It has already seen variable speed limits introduced and the hard shoulder opened up to vehicles.

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Moreover, it can also factor such things as weather conditions and variable speed limits into the cars' behaviour.

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The agency said variable mandatory speed limits would be in place on that section of the M1.

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Electronic signs will also be mounted on verges and gantries displaying variable mandatory speed limits and information to warn motorists about incidents, lane closures or conditions ahead.

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The plans for the motorway near Sheffield include variable mandatory speed limits displayed on overhead and verge-mounted signs to smooth traffic flow and reduce congestion said the agency.

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