The problem of stopping drivers after the termination of the green signal at traffic lights

Abstract

The problem of poor driver observance of traffic light signals is examined in terms of drivers who traverse the non-stop line after the termination of the yellow signal interval (or so called 'red runners'. Analysis of accident statistics confirms that red-running is a significant traffic safety problem and its incidence is increasing. This paper examines the rationality of traffic regulations governing driver behaviour of yellow and red signals and analyses the requirements of traffic engineering criteria to promote compliance with the law.