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177 km/h on the MA-13: Why a Speeder Is More Than a Number

Why Drivers Misjudge Speed on Mallorca Roads

Open roads on Mallorca can create a false sense of safety, making drivers underestimate the real risk of speeding.

Published: June 02, 2026
177 km/h on the MA-13: Why a Speeder Is More Than a Number

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Why do people speed on Mallorca even on roads that look empty?

Drivers often misread open stretches as safer than they really are, especially on roads with long sightlines and light traffic. On Mallorca, that false sense of safety can be reinforced by social habits, holiday traffic, and the idea that arriving a little earlier is normal. The problem is that calm-looking roads can still become dangerous very quickly.

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