So basically they're like people with Alzheimers in the US?

Yeah, the distances between cities is a big deal in the states. It really takes a special kind of mindset to maintain triple digit speeds over several hours while maintaining attention and control. I mean, yeah, we've all done it I'm sure but think about some of the people you know that aren't "car-people". Stereo blasting, cell phone on, and some huge "literacola" from Quick Trip. Whoa...

In the US's defense, a lot of our cars are totally capable of high speeds over long distances. Its just that most the people trying to do it aren't driving on of them! I even drove my Explorer for 2.5 hrs at full throttle, right around 100 mph. No problems, no traffic, great weather. I was going to a funeral and was running late.

Also, have you noticed how fast people are driving regardless of speed limit? Totally stupid. Here in KC, people on "435" drive like its the autobahn; its always crowded and it cuts through the burbs around the city.