Madrid - boosting current world oil prices have created a Spanish officials to be dizzy. Understandably, all types of fuel oil in the country is imported from abroad, especially from Middle Eastern countries including Libya, which it is now in turmoil. The government also advised the people of frugality.
As reported by the Associated Press and quoted takepart.com, Thursday (10 / 3), the Spanish government does not only save money but it also suggests to make a new regulation on automobile speed limit. "The government of that country cuts speed limits to take car on the street," writes the news agency.
If it is the previously allowed maximum speed limit to reach 120 kilometers per hour (kpj), it is now 110 kpj only. The government argued, with a decrease in speed will save fuel consumption costs up to 15 percent. "The policy was only temporary and is valid until next June," I am an official.
Deputy of Prime Minister of Alfredo Perez Rubalcaba said that the policy came into force on 7 March. "How like that it does to make our journey more slowly, but it will save fuel consumption and expenditures," he said.
In addition to limiting the speed of cars on the streets, Matador State government was also urged for people to ride the train. For the public interest implemented, the government reduced mass transit fares up to 5 percent.
So how about the opinion of the people? "I do not agree with that policy. It will not be effective, there are other more effective ways. Therefore, who can ensure people remain in the speed of 100 kilometers per hour, "I'm Fernando Alonso, twice F1 racing champion who is also the Spanish citizens.