This raises several issues, such as who is ultimately at fault for damage to vehicles caused by road conditions? This is a highway where winter conditions can prevail for about 6 months of the year. Most drivers on it realize that and the conditions are posted at each end on an electronic bulletin board as well as on line. While speeds of 90- 100 kmh are appropriate for summer conditions there, they definitely aren't in winter. Another issue is the maintenance contractor. I know our highways were better maintained back in the days (prior to 1987) when the Highways Ministry did the maintenance. While for most services I prefer the private sector, the same doesn't hold true for safety issues, as you can not put safety and profits into the same equation or someone is going to die. While I think the contractor may be partly responsible I think the final onus lies with the driver..............drive according to conditions.
ICBC sues highway maintenance company over potholes - British Columbia - CBC News
ICBC sues highway maintenance company over potholes - British Columbia - CBC News