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BMW wants smarter traffic lights
A test in Munich showing how changes in traffic light timing could almost double the fuel economy of a 530D is prompting the German automaker to campaign for 'smarter' traffic lights. More »
More road safety sign hacking
Hacking roadside info signs could be a felony, police warn More »
Hacking traffic signs
Programmable road signs can be hacked says CNET blogger More »
Playing God in LA traffic
It's Oscar night in Los Angeles more than 800 limos need to reach the red carpets in order and on time, but city engineers managing L.A.'s traffic computers have a problem--hundreds of their colleagues are on a labor protest, and hindering their efforts More »
Crosswalks confusing for drivers
A well-marked pedestrian crosswalk with better signs is not necessarily safer, according to researcher More »
Holy roundabout, Batman!
Only in England, you might say - a roundabout appreciation society! But then they've got Swindon's "magic roundabout" More »
Citizens as traffic controllers
Some residents in Seattle, USA, create their own crosswalks or install their own stop signs in places they see a need. City officials disapprove. More »
Green lights are good, but flashing greens … ?
Toronto, Canada has traffic lights that change from red to flashing green. They're a familiar sight for locals but can be a real puzzle for tourists. However, Toronto is conforming to North American standards and quickly getting rid of them. More »
