Truckee California, Atlanta Georgia and Winnipeg, Canada are a few of the latest cities to deploy radar speed signs in a big way. The growing acceptance of these traffic-calming displays is particularly noteworthy given the correlating decline in the popularity of speedbumps and radar speed cameras. According to Sam Katz, the mayor of Winnipeg, [...]

  I CAME ACROSS A study by Safe Kids USA that looked at distracted drivers in school zones. While it’s no surprise that distracted drivers are more likely to cause or be involved in an accident, some of the specifics noted in the report were surprising to me. For instance: Fact. Drivers using a phone [...]

. Speed bumps. Just say the word in a crowd and chances are you’ll soon start arguments that’ll make today’s town hall meetings seem sedate. While most everyone agrees speeding cars pose a real danger to school children and other pedestrians, there is a growing contingent of people who are fervently opposed to the use [...]

a The last post here reviewed a new study on radar speed displays – one of the most comprehensive studies of its kind to date. The city of Bellevue Washington not only reported on their experience regarding the effectiveness of these traffic calming devices but offered some first-hand advice on what to look for when purchasing [...]

Last week, I posted my thoughts on traffic congestion and potential solutions. My observations suggest that adding additional lanes to jammed streets and highways never solves the problem – it simply invites more cars to join the fray. American drivers apparently have a (very high) set threshold for delays and traffic jams. Until congestion reaches [...]

For the past couple of years, the city of Portland, Oregon – like many cities across the country – has been home to a heated debate regarding growing traffic congestion. Does the city spend money on widening existing highways or focus on funding alternative transportation? Here are some interesting statistics I gleaned from The American [...]

  The facts are clear. Comprehensive traffic signal timing programs work. A list of just some of the proven benefits is impressive: ▪  Reduces delays ▪  Eliminates traffic congestion ▪  Reduces fuel consumption ▪  Relieves driver frustration ▪  Reduces speeding ▪  Increases pedestrian safety ▪  Improves air quality ▪  Saves cities money ▪ Reduces thru-traffic on [...]