Analysis of the Speeding Behaviour of Jordanian Drivers

摘要

Speeding, which encompasses excessive speed (i.e., driving above the speed limits), is a dangerous driving behavior and an aggravating factor in the severity of all crashes. It has also serious consequences on the environment and energy consumption. This research examines the speeding behavior of Jordanian drivers in an urban setting (Amman, the capital of Jordan). The main objectives of this research were to investigate and evaluate the perception of Jordanian drivers towards speeding and identify the reasons why drivers speed. Data were collected using a pre-designed questionnaire distributed to a random sample of drivers covering various areas of Amman. The collected data were analyzed using relative important index (RII). The results revealed that the main factors behind speeding behavior are: 1) feeling late/urgency to arrive to the destination specially to work; 2) emergencies and urgent situations such as medical emergency; and 3) being alone in the vehicle. Furthermore, a significant proportion of respondents (23.1%) reported speeding as habitual or chronic behavior. The results of this research should help the decision makers to define the most effective and acceptable countermeasures for reducing speeding among Jordanian drivers.