Slower Driving Saves Lives While Reducing ‘Pain at the Pump’ Says AAA

Officials add that every 5 mph over 50 mph is like paying 16 cents extra for a gallon of gas

A downtown gas station displays high gas prices in Los Angeles on March 25, 2022. Mario Tama/Getty Images

The oil crisis of the 1970s spawned some catchy slogans, such as “55 Saves Lives,” and “Don’t Be Fuelish.”

While these messages were meant to reduce the number of highway deaths and lower fuel consumption, these days many drivers continue to flout posted speed limits despite skyrocketing gas prices.