A device that goes into cars can help limit speeds for reckless drivers. It is an issue relevant to Montgomery County in recent years — to Dan Langenkamp, whose wife was killed by a truck driver while bicycling in 2022, and to County Police Lt. Patrick Kepp, who had both legs amputated after a driver struck him at more than 100 mph in 2023.
Maryland legislators want to start a pilot program to offer the device as an alternative to drivers who would otherwise have their licenses suspended due to violations.
A bill to initiate the pilot was first introduced last year in the General Assembly. Lawmakers and advocates hope it will pass this year. Ahead of a hearing on the bill in Annapolis, MCM tested out an Intelligent Speed Assistance device from the company LifeSafer…