SpeedometerPoland
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142. Speedometer
A speedometer is an instrument in a vehicle that shows the vehicle's current speed. It is normally displayed on the instrument panel and may use an analogue dial, a digital display or both.
Drivers should use the speedometer to monitor their speed and remain within the applicable speed limit. The displayed unit is usually kilometres per hour or miles per hour, depending on the country and vehicle.
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What is a speedometer?
A speedometer is an instrument that displays the current speed of a vehicle.
Where is the speedometer located?
It is normally located on the vehicle's instrument panel or digital driver display, where it can be seen easily while driving.
Which units can a speedometer use?
A speedometer may display speed in kilometres per hour (km/h), miles per hour (mph) or both, depending on the vehicle and market.

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