As a commercial vehicle driver, I am deeply concerned about the safety of our roads. The current law in California restricts commercial vehicles to a speed limit of 55 mph, which is significantly lower than the average speed of passenger cars. This discrepancy creates an unsafe environment for us as we are often targeted and at risk of being rear-ended by faster moving vehicles.

California is known for its extensive open roads where safety concerns differ greatly from those within city limits. On these open roads, maintaining a speed limit that is lower than that of passenger cars does not contribute to road safety but rather jeopardizes it.

According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rear-end collisions account for nearly 30% of all traffic accidents in the United States. A significant portion can be attributed to differences in speeds between different types of vehicles on highways.

The current law not only endangers commercial drivers but also disruptively affects traffic flow and efficiency on our highways. It's time we reconsider this outdated regulation and adapt it according to modern driving conditions.

We urge lawmakers in California to abolish the 55 mph speed limit for commercial vehicles and establish a safer, more efficient standard that aligns with other vehicle classes on our highways. Please sign this petition if you agree with us; your support could save lives and improve road safety across California.