> But at least in France I get the sense that the speed limit isn’t followed closely This is correct. The speed limit is 130kph. You don't risk very much by dr

> But at least in France I get the sense that the speed limit isn’t followed closely This is correct. The speed limit is 130kph. You don't risk very much by driving (reasonably) above the speed limit. 140-150kph on a highway is quite common. If no traffic by night, I consider myself pretty safe at 160kph. There is some automated speed control, but it's indicated by signs. That being said, I think people drive more slowly than what they use too On the other hand, my experience in the US is that people are much more abiding of the speed limits, and I often see cops on the side of the road, and they do chase and catch people! (amusing to see as a foreigner). People in the US are also more civil and patient and don't honk nearly is much, which is great. EDIT: https://www.groupama.fr/assurance-auto/conseils/amende-exces-vitesse/ https://www.groupama.fr/assurance-auto/conseils/amende-exces... 29km/h above the speed limit is only a 65 euros fine.