Several U.S. states are introducing laws requiring speed-limiting technology in the vehicles of reckless drivers. Washington state recently became the second to mandate Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) devices for drivers with suspended licenses due to reckless driving. The devices prevent vehicles from exceeding local speed limits, and the law takes effect in 2029. Virginia enacted a similar law earlier this year, applying to those caught driving over 100 mph, with enforcement starting in 2026. Washington, D.C., also passed legislation targeting repeat speeding offenders, while New York City is expanding its successful ISA pilot across thousands of fleet vehicles.
Other states, including California and Connecticut, are considering similar measures, though California’s attempt to require ISA in all new cars by 2030 was vetoed. The push reflects growing bipartisan support for using tech to reduce traffic fatalities and hold repeat offenders accountable.
