Whether its the Kilpatrick or other similar widenings in this region, the purpose of the widening is usually to alleviate rush hour traffic for 30 minutes in the morning and 30 minutes at night. Commuting time, typically 5 to 10 more minutes a day, is considered and accepted by those of us who chose to live and work in a location that would require us to drive it. And while the widening may lessen congestion (I don't believe it does, as more cars tend to show up), it encourages higher speeds, which increases the likelihood of life-ending accidents to occur. Which is worse - 10 minutes added to our days or $50 million and more traffic fatalities? I know what I would choose. And how will $5-7 gallon gas impact turnpike revenues?