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How World War II Rationing Led To 35 MPH Speed Limits And Bans On Driving For Fun

Fuel and rubber shortages during the war meant strict limits on how much driving you could do, how fast you could go, and whether or not you could buy a car.

How World War II Rationing Led To 35 MPH Speed Limits And Bans On Driving For Fun

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Fuel and rubber shortages during the war meant strict limits on how much driving you could do, how fast you could go, and whether or not you could buy a car.

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Fuel and rubber shortages during the war meant strict limits on how much driving you could do, how fast you could go, and whether or not you could buy a car.

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