In response to public complaints over speed cameras, the Maryland State Highway Administration has decided to postpone the $40 fine for motorists driving too fast in work zones for another two weeks. … [Read more...] about Speeders Get a Second Chance
Photo Enforcement
Downstream Effects of Speed Photo—Radar Enforcement and Other Speed Reduction Treatments on Work Zones
The effects of automated speed photo—radar enforcement (SPE) and traditional speed reduction treatments (speed feedback trailer, presence of police vehicles with emergency lights on and off, and … [Read more...] about Downstream Effects of Speed Photo—Radar Enforcement and Other Speed Reduction Treatments on Work Zones
Canada: Motorists Protest Illegal Work Zone Photo Radar
Officials in Winnipeg, Canada were caught this weekend defying a court ruling that outlawed the use of photo radar in work zones when workers are not present. A group of residents organized by the … [Read more...] about Canada: Motorists Protest Illegal Work Zone Photo Radar
Speeding Is Hard to End, Even With Hefty Fines
In the letter to Dr. Gridlock, Mona Grieser recommended to those putting up cameras on the streets that a grace period of at least two months be given. She thought it is important to understand how … [Read more...] about Speeding Is Hard to End, Even With Hefty Fines
Field Evaluation of Work-Zone Automated Speed Enforcement Equipment and Traffic Monitoring Devices
Speeding is a significant contributor to a significant portion of highway collisions. For work zones in particular, the speeding problem is compounded by on-site road re-configuration, narrowed lanes, … [Read more...] about Field Evaluation of Work-Zone Automated Speed Enforcement Equipment and Traffic Monitoring Devices
Comparison of Automated Speed Enforcement and Police Presence on Speeding in Work Zones
This paper compares the effects of four speed management techniques on speed and speeding on interstate highway work zones. The techniques are speed feedback trailer, police car, the speed feedback … [Read more...] about Comparison of Automated Speed Enforcement and Police Presence on Speeding in Work Zones