Speed governor has something to do with lawyers...

[shields@tembel.org (Michael Shields)]

> Chances are, if a 
> driver was exceeding the speed limit by a factor of nearly 3, and the 
> driver is the only one injured / killed, that case won't be filed---cause 
> it can't be won [manufacturer will contend that *no* car could withstand 
> the impact at 130, 150, 180, etc].  

But, if the driver hits anyone or anything else, they might sue the
manufacturer claiming that no one could have safely operated a vehicle
at those speeds.

Not because the manufacturer is more liable than the driver -- but
simply because they have deeper pockets.

"Follow the money."
-- 
Shields.
['86 Coupe GT]