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> What makes me mad is that my speedometer goes up to 140mph! Why?!

It's a standard dial they stick in all models / engines

Which Honda goes 140 mph? As the article points out, Japanese domestic cars have been limited to 112 mph for years. High performance cars like the NSX and Type R trims go far faster than that.

Surely both the Civiv Type R and the NSX do, although I don't see those two models using the standard instrumentation.

Without the speed limiter, I'd guesstimate that any Civic or Accord could brush up against 140 mph. 2.0L 4cyl engines make surprising power nowadays

Most of these cars are not fitted with tires that can safely handle that speed. It would be a dangerous thing to try, even on a track, if the car is not properly prepped beforehand.

Maybe so, but not knowing your speed would be even more dangerous.

Not not sure why you're getting downvotes.

I'm an amateur race car driver (Champcar). Our Honda Civic is fitted with a professional roll cage, hans device and fire suppression system (not to mention the fireproof suit and helmet). I'd be nervous in any vehicle over 100mph without these added protections.

Wait... correct me if I'm wrong, but a HANS device doesn't connect to the seat or other car parts. It's a link between the helmet and a stabilizing piece that fits over the shoulders.

At least, in Formula 1 that's what it is.

The 112 limit was only for JDM models, most USDM Honda models are potentially limited to around 150 since they use V tires

It's looking like lots of cars are switching to all-screen dashboards anyways... My new VW has one and I actually really like it.

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