- A Reduced fuel consumption
- B Shorter reaction distance
- ✓ Greater force of impact in a collision
- D Improved steering response
Why this is the correct answer
The greater the speed, the greater the vehicle's kinetic energy and therefore the greater the force of impact in a collision, increasing the severity of injuries.
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