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Have you ever attempted cycling through a city that’s designed purely for cars? It can be a harrowing experience that convinces you to either lock up your bike for a few months or move somewhere with the proper infrastructure for cyclists. Unfortunately, not every city in the world is pedestrian, driver and cyclist-friendly, but there are some with brilliant gadgets that make everyone’s life easier when navigating traffic.

Below, we’ve gathered some of the most innovative tools cities have utilized on their roads that have been shared in the Urban Equipment subreddit. Be sure to upvote the pics you wish were taken in your hometown, and don’t be scared to start pestering your local lawmakers to implement some of this technology as soon as possible!

#1

The Speed Camera Lottery In Stockholm, Sweden

The Speed Camera Lottery In Stockholm, Sweden

Drive at or under the speed limit and you'll be entered into a lottery where the prize fund comes from the fines that speeders pay. Average speed reduced from 32 km/h to 25 km/h (a reduction of 22%).

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I’ve Seen Things
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This should be everywhere! It is such a great concept.

Alex Sass
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes that's right. I think that's what they are getting at here

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Tams21
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's a great idea but a bit sad that people need to be offered a chance of winning to drive safely.

Surenu
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I really like simple, yet effective ideas! Also creative use of fines lol

Cafesinner
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This was a marketing thing that time only

Defenestratus
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Punishing "Pedal to the metal" Peter to pay put-putting Paul. Perfect!

aartdesigns
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great concept. Rather than feeding the greed of the city counsel

Joretta Livengood
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This hasn’t existed in Sweden in over 10 years

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    #2

    Singapore Traffic Light Allows Seniors/Disabled To Tap Cards To Add Time To Cross

    Singapore Traffic Light Allows Seniors/Disabled To Tap Cards To Add Time To Cross

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    ThelmaValverde
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    2 years ago

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    Google pays $300 on a regular basis. My latest salary check was $8600 for working 10 hours a week on the internet. My younger aav sibling has been averaging $19k for the last few months, and he constantly works approximately 24 hours. I’m not sure how simple it was once I checked it out. This is my main concern………. 𝗪𝘄𝘄.𝗷𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲.𝗰𝗼𝗺

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    AnnaRachelle
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is such a great idea. I walk on crutches and I always feel panicky when crossing as I can't walk fast enough. The UK need these!

    Carrie de Luka
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree. The standard crossing time is supposed to have been given the 'green light' to increase. For UK highway engineers setting up pedestrian crossings at traffic lights (signalised crossings) are now advised that pedestrian clearance time may be calculated assuming a slower walking speed of 1m/s. This was, I think a few years ago. NICE ( National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) had also published papers on this issue. Not sure of the status, but more is needed.

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    Nilsen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Norway there are small buttons under the main "box" (at least on some crossings) where you can get some extra time. Between three and ten seconds longer, depending on the length of the crossing.

    Reyes
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember this. My grandfather seems to really enjoy using this because it gives him the satisfaction knowing he can increase traffic timings lol.

    Ozymandias73
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This should be standard everywhere! That is ingenious!!

    theoneandonlynoira
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would be so incredibly useful in daily life everywhere

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Frogger, but with better odds.

    Weasel Wise
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw that when I was there....I was wondering what that was for. Yay! Learning!

    Allison B
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish we had this where I live. I have to cross a 4 lane crosswalk every morning and the signal lasts for less than 10 seconds. I have a bad knee and can't run well. Makes it very difficult.

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    #3

    A Bike Pump Permanently Installed Next To The Bike Lock-Up Area

    A Bike Pump Permanently Installed Next To The Bike Lock-Up Area

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    I’ve Seen Things
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is the little things that can help the most

    ThelmaValverde
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    2 years ago

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    Google pays $300 on a regular basis. My latest salary check was $8600 for working 10 hours a week on the internet. My younger aav sibling has been averaging $19k for the last few months, and he constantly works approximately 24 hours. I’m not sure how simple it was once I checked it out. This is my main concern………. 𝗪𝘄𝘄.𝗷𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲.𝗰𝗼𝗺

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    Libstak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly, as with the pumps at service stations I'm betting these get damaged or vandalised regularly in western countries like USA, Australia and U.K.

    ravn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny that you say that. I was just thinking about a couple of different stations like this near San Francisco, California. They have a pump and include a few basic tools, and have lasted for years with very little damage.

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a couple of bike locks are permanently installed too.

    Emmaline Yuzu
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Toronto has little stations with pumps and common tools (wrench, Allen key, etc.) Love the bike-friendly places!

    Weasel Wise
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll admit it...in the US we could never have those and for an odd reason. Our lack of mental health care and our rigged, money hungry system. We can't have those cuz some tweaker would find some methed-out way to steal it and they would sell what they could to a scrap metal yard. If we had mental health care, if we didn't allow pharmaceutical companies to take advantage of people...we wouldn't have so many fúcking junkies and we could have cool bike pumps too.

    Diolla
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My country does have insured mental health care. But we STILL have lots of metal thieves. Criminal idiots are found in any country :-(

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    Celena Camps
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have bike tool stands next to the bike locks at work.. awesome ..

    Ima dinosaur
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have one of those next to my library it helps a lot

    Sir Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol no that thing would be vandalized here in the states. We can't have nice things sadly.

    Stan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We've had one for several years, at least, in Cupertino (the "heart of Silicon Valley") at the library.

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    The Urban Equipment subreddit is dedicated to sharing some of the world’s best traffic lights, benches, street signs and more. The group has only been around since October 2021, but it has already amassed 1.4k members. And lucky for us, the community is great at spotting brilliant traffic gadgets from around the globe that many more cities should start utilizing. Some common topics discussed in the subreddit are road safety, traffic lights, urban decorations, street furniture, and street lights, and this list certainly highlights some of the best ones from around the world. Urban Equipment shows that we can find beauty and excitement in the mundane, including the signs we look at to know it’s safe to cross the street and those we often pass by without a second thought.

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    When it comes to what makes a city much easier for its inhabitants to navigate, reliable and safe public transport is an incredibly important factor. Unfortunately, not every city in the world has mastered the art of public transit yet, but according to a study conducted by the consulting firm Oliver Wyman and the University of California, Berkeley, the top 10 cities in the world with the best public transportation are: Hong Kong, Zurich, Stockholm, Singapore, Helsinki, Oslo, Tokyo, Paris, Berlin and London. The study’s authors note that some of the areas these cities excel in are affordability, accessibility, having trains/buses/etc. that come often, and keeping transit cars clean.      

    #4

    This Pole Matching The Traffic Light

    This Pole Matching The Traffic Light

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    XenoMurph
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also a Hungarian and an Irishman.

    Mason Kronol
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm Polish and Hungarian so this made me lol! My husband is German so he won't get it.

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    Jennie Brown
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a great idea, especially in bad weather

    ShyWahine
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love this extra safety measure - especially during inclement weather...

    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would Certainly help on Rainy overcast Nights!!

    Wiebke Smeulders
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't like this one as it adds to light pollution

    cj
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it probably greatly increases traffic safety, though. no push without some pull.

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    #5

    Luminous Road Markings In Nantes, France

    Luminous Road Markings In Nantes, France

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    fair_weather_rose
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. Around here you can barely see the lines in the middle of the day

    Jennie Brown
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember getting a parking ticket for parking in some sort of no parking space I can't remember exactly what it was BUT it had no markets or I argued the ticket

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shame that the driver of the grey car can't see the lane dividier markings. /s

    Oddly Me
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably on their phone, or otherwise distracted.

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    Emily Ward
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imwish the us had these. Especially on rural roads that have no street lights

    Louisa Johnson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Cornwall in the UK and it's all mainly single roads as I'm only wide enough for 1 car, you get a few passing spots here and there. But they are the best type of roads to drive. As you really get to drive, your not on a motorway going in a straight line with cruise control on

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    Ba-Na-Na
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cool, except in Alberta-our roads are with covered by snow for 8 months of the year and full of potholes for the remaining 4

    Tushar Roy Mukherjee
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On the opposite end of the spectrum we have Kolkata.

    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have Painted their Lines in Australia Glow in the DARK GREEN!!!

    BasedWang12.7
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cmon man...... THIS JUST MAKES SENSE

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    #6

    A Stand For Bikers To Hold On To While Waiting For The Traffic Lights In Sweden

    A Stand For Bikers To Hold On To While Waiting For The Traffic Lights In Sweden

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    Agnes Jekyll
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know why, but I read "super cool" with a French accent.

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    theoneandonlynoira
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As somebody who bikes and runs in cities quite a lot, the majority of these would be so useful to have!

    Korozive
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why? Your feet can't reach the sidewalk to hold yourself up?

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    Mason Kronol
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen these in the US but had no idea what they were for. I bet a lot of people don't.

    Clarf
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this. But bikers where I live would first have to actually stop at the lights to use this. No one here stops at lights if they're on bikes. They just go right on through.

    ravn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And neither do cars, at a much much greater risk to the safety of others. Also, I and many come to a legal stop and watch motorized vehicles "slow roll" right through.

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    Mbfsc63
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Assuming cyclist even bother to stop for a red light. It has been my experience that for the most part cyclists basically ignore most, if not all, the rules of the road........

    Astrius
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait this looks so fun! I think there are some similar, longer ones here in Montreal.

    aartdesigns
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jeez. You guys. All this stuff. First rate brilliance

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    When it comes to the areas where places who are lagging behind in their public transportation offerings can improve, the study found that over half of the commuters in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom noted that affordability is key for them. Accessibility and safety tied for their second most important considerations. One city that has mastered these areas is Helsinki. “It’s multimodal, offering travel by bus, tram, metro, train, and ferry,” the study’s authors write. “A journey planner app, created by a startup in Helsinki, integrates and connects each of these different transport modes. A single ticket costs just over $3 and can be used on any travel mode.”

    Another important factor to consider when it comes to how we get around is sustainability. The study’s authors note that Europe, particularly cities in Scandinavia, are the role models to look to when working on sustainable mobility. “Oslo, often called the electric vehicle capital of the world, leads that sub‑index for the second year in a row – and is not likely to give up that ranking any time soon, given the lead it has secured,” the authors of the study explain. “The city has a dense network of charging stations and provides a comprehensive package of incentives for electric vehicle owners, like cheaper toll fares and priority access to certain roads. Oslo is home to so many electric vehicle drivers that the city government has even begun dropping some incentives, like free parking, because those incentives are no longer necessary.”

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    #7

    This Traffic Light Shows How Long You Have To Wait

    This Traffic Light Shows How Long You Have To Wait

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    Austin Sauce
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As long as it’s not light the “applying your update” screen.

    WindySwede
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I prefer to have this light on my toaster in the morning!

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    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mind immediately went to the reasons that might be a bad idea here in the USA. Young people using it like drag strip start lights. Other drivers like - oh, I see I have time to check that text or touch up my makeup.

    Robert T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Takes all the fun out of the traffic light grand prix.

    MikeMaxis
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No it would enhance it as you are knowing when to start

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    Falcon
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really like these, would prefer one for the green light too. Or increase the blink time of green, it's only like 2 quick blinks here and it's already yellow.

    theoneandonlynoira
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would glare at that thing until my eyes popped out

    LK
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are similar device in Dublin for pedestrians. There's a countdown at pedestrian crossing points so people will know how long they will have to wait. This has seriously cut down on pedestrians deciding to risk cross the road when it's green for cars.

    Weasel Wise
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bangkok has these....and it's incredibly depressing when it's so hot out, you're in an overheating tuk tuk, and the number freezes at 90 cuz there's SO much traffic. I love you, Bangkok!

    DeoManus Argentem
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In my town (Florida, US) the crosswalks have countdown timers in seconds for when the intersecting light (mine if in a car) will turn green. I use that like this - do I have time to check or respond to that email/text before it's time to go?

    mark glass
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, that just waived your Miranda rights.

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    Nick P
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In India, we have number of seconds displayed...

    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Canada Could sure Use this as well!!

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    #8

    Traffic Light With A Mirror To Allow The Drivers To See The Pedestrians/Cyclists That Are In Their Blind Spots

    Traffic Light With A Mirror To Allow The Drivers To See The Pedestrians/Cyclists That Are In Their Blind Spots

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We already have these at some junctions in the UK.

    Weasel Wise
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Come on Portland! Come on Seattle! Get it together!

    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also Needed in Canada!!! Especially for Motor Cycles we Often Miss Seeing!!

    Tony Debski
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Excellent!!...and of course, Holland!

    Luna Crow
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this, except I'd be concerned about the potential of being blinded when the sun hits it at the wrong angle..

    Sir Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That won't work if the light is facing east or west. That mirror would blind the c**p out of people.

    MacintoshID
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Miss traffic mirrors that are all over Europe.

    Lindy Mac
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Switzerland has mirrors like this ( but about 1.5 feet diameter) at blind corners. When I moved to Vancouver BC in the early 70's I sent a suggestion in for the city to install some. I got a polite letter back saying that the mirrors would just get stolen.

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    #9

    Luminous Bollards At A Pedestrian Crossing In France

    Luminous Bollards At A Pedestrian Crossing In France

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    Adam Jeff
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I much prefer the ones higher up the list that illuminate when a pedestrian is near. If they are permanently on like this then after a few weeks the drivers are used to the lights and don't pay any more attention than before.

    MagicJacket
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like a classy British insult. "Why you, you...luminous ballard!"

    Mimi La Souris
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we got the same near my house, I feel like I’m in the future or in a video game when Im going this way :D

    Not PC
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think we’d need to get some bollards first.

    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not a Fan of this One as Much as The earlier Option!

    DotC
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish the pedestrians here used cross walks. They do not. Even if they put some where there is not an intersection. It’s kind of a laziness protest or something.

    Beruthiel45
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, the Europeans are a lot better at road safety than we are in Canada. 🥴 Of course our climate hinders such innovations, but still.

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    Aside from public transportation and sustainable vehicles, it’s important for cities to cater to those who walk or cycle around as well. Electric bikes and scooters have become increasingly popular in recent years, but it’s hard to incentivize residents to use them if they don’t feel safe on their cities’ streets. That’s why gadgets like the ones featured on this list are so important. They can not only make all of our lives easier, they can also make us much safer. In the United States alone, there were an upsetting 6,516 pedestrian deaths during 2020, with New Mexico being the most dangerous state for pedestrians. And cyclists typically account for about 14% of the national, annual pedestrian fatalities. It’s heartbreaking to know that many of these tragedies could have been prevented with the proper infrastructure in place to keep these pedestrians safe.     

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    #10

    Montpellier, France. Test Of A Bicycle Path With Photoluminescent Paint

    Montpellier, France. Test Of A Bicycle Path With Photoluminescent Paint

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    I’ve Seen Things
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great idea as it would fade as the evening went on and limit light pollution

    Luna Crow
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Genuine question - is photoluminescent paint bright enough to contribute to light pollution?

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    Tim Gearing
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is my dream…a segregated bike path away from 2 tonne death machines.

    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is the Colour Australians have chosen for Their Highways and Roads Lines!! Shows up even on the Foggiest Overcast Nights!!

    Tattooed Mama
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I lived here for a few months a long time ago. I miss that city

    Jesse Libertini
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    glow in the dark will work because people use lights in the dark

    mark glass
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a recent crime scene.

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    #11

    A Button For Crossing The Road On A Horse

    A Button For Crossing The Road On A Horse

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    Tucker Cahooter
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    McCloud would have welcomed that

    Sue User
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I doubt most BP get this. McCloud was an American Tv detective show from the 1970s. McCloud came from New Mexico and ends up working in New York City. He wore a cowboy hat and sometimes rode a horse. The show rotated with Columbo and "McMillian and Wife".

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    Just Jeff
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's been used 3 times since it was installed 4 years ago...

    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great if you have Horse Patrols with Police i Guesss!

    Danielle
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have them in the UK too, they are called Pegasus Crossings

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do they walk their horses on the sidewalk then? I don't see horses on the roads too often around here but when I do they are on the road like a bike. I tended to ride on the shoulder with my horse.

    Upstaged75
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a road crossing. There's probably a trail on either side they ride on. We're definitely not allowed to walk horses on sidewalks where I live. We don't have traffic signals but we do have road signs that caution drivers at the places where horses/riders might be crossing.

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    Gwyndall
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have these in our "horse district" in our town. (South Carolina, US)

    Fish Fingers
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These have been around for decades.

    Sir Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn't it have been better to just make a larger button so the horse rider could just kick it while the pedestrian can still reach and touch it.

    aartdesigns
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    guess it depends on the horse. This one looks like for someone riding a Clydesdale.

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    #12

    These Green Rings Of Light Move At The Pace Of The Speed Limit To Help Gauge Speed

    These Green Rings Of Light Move At The Pace Of The Speed Limit To Help Gauge Speed

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    Sponge Blob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If only speedometers existed to help gauge the speed.

    Robert T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, I'd rather people were watching the road than their speedos, particularly with narrow lanes lake this.

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    James016
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the uk we have signs that light up if you are driving over the speed limit. The instant feedback is more useful and is slowing people down rather than getting a fine a few weeks later

    Craig Lawrence
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is in Melbourne and I travel the tunnel everyday. This does not help.

    Hendo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is in Melbourne. Great idea, but can be confusing af!

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In my country we have speedometers so we can check even when we are not inside a tunnel. Plus if we had this I know there would be people 'racing' the lights to see how far they could beat them by.

    Tim
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'M GONNA PASS ALL THE LIGHTS! VROOM!

    John Bell
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol I'd just race the green rings.

    XenoMurph
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn't people driving below the speed limit feel the urge to go faster?

    Gardener of Weeden
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    hopefully yes., driving below the limit is dangerous

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    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do Drivers Actually Follow them at the Correct Speeds?

    TailsFangirl03
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay wow that looks like a video game.

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    An audit of pedestrian safety in Dallas, Texas, the city with the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in the US in 2020, found that a lack of resources and funding has resulted in crosswalks and pedestrian traffic signals that are severely in need of maintenance. Without anyone keeping up with these things that should be in place to keep us safe on the roads, being a pedestrian becomes extremely dangerous. There was also a study conducted in Phoenix to get to the bottom of why pedestrians are so unsafe there, and it identified “roadway and land-use characteristics” that make crashes more likely to happen, including limited crosswalks, frequent driveway access and signal equipment that needs to be updated.   

    #13

    In London The Road Tells You Which Way To Look For Traffic Coming

    In London The Road Tells You Which Way To Look For Traffic Coming

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    Sponge Blob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a UK thing, not only London.

    Nikki Sevven
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's 2023. I'm looking both ways even on a one-way street, because there are too many distracted drivers and entitled drivers.

    Shelli Aderman
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Helpful because they drive on the opposite side of the road from most other countries, and if you grew up looking the other way, and try to cross the street? SQUISH!

    mark glass
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw a couple of close calls with US visitors in Sydney. Not wired for the change.

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    Bex
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really need this when I visit London. I am from Sweden!

    Petra Schaap
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    also some say "look both ways". We always joke they should write "LOOK OUT!!!"

    MAnahP
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have that in LAX. It was great for my first visit to the US. I nearly looked the wrong way before crossing the street.

    Maiun
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's supposed to date from Roman times when soldiers travelled on the left of roads in order to keep their sword arm in the optimal place in case of attack. This seems to be the most given reason us Brits use the left side of the road.

    Weasel Wise
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same in Hong Kong. Didn't stop me from following my instincts, looking the opposite direction and almost getting blasted by a car though. 🤣🤣

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    #14

    This Traffic Light On The Sidewalk For Pedestrians On Their Phones

    This Traffic Light On The Sidewalk For Pedestrians On Their Phones

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    Elita One
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or, hear me out, people get their faces out of their phones and pay attention to their surroundings while crossing the road.

    The Problem With Censorship Is *******
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    EXACTLY. Just f**k off with any accomodations for plank-starers. Get your face off the damn screen if you wish to live.

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    Sponge Blob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Instead of lights, there should be a fly swatter smacking these people across the face.

    sbj
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get off your phone! you are crossing a road

    Tams21
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's always the one driver who'll ignore a red light or the one smartphone user with music so loud, they won't hear an emergency vehicle. This encourages people to decrease their situational awareness, I think this is a bad idea.

    RagDollLali
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A friend of mine died in a hit-and-run when a taxi driver, distracted by his stupid effing phone, ran a red light and smashed into her full force as she was crossing in a crosswalk. He drove off, but there were witnesses and he was found pretty quickly. I have no patience or sympathy for people who use their phone while driving.

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    Tjoori Vids
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you can't look up long enough to pay attention to the lights, maybe a Darwin award is needed.

    Allison B
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look. I'll freely admit I'm addicted to my phone and on it pretty much all the time. However when crossing the street or waiting for the crosswalk I make sure to always pay attention to the lights just in case. Same reason I don't have my headphones on. Safety is important.

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Death laser gonna git ya if you walk at the wrong time.

    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But Are the Walkers Glued to Their Phone Screens Actually Seeing that Warning? It Might be more Practical if a Siren Sounded from their Phones When They were Not Paying Attention!!

    Melissa Hamed
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is sad what phones have made us become. That we look at the ground whether we look around us. Sad

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    #15

    New French Concept Of A Luminous Bollard For The Pedestrian Crossings Where There's No Traffic Lights, It Turn On When Someone Is Detected

    New French Concept Of A Luminous Bollard For The Pedestrian Crossings Where There's No Traffic Lights, It Turn On When Someone Is Detected

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    Sponge Blob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I applaud all these ideas so pedestrians have more lights, warnings etc. but it's the motorists mostly who cause problems. Raise them a bollard in front of a crossing and, trust me, they'll stop. Paying attention or with their nose in the phone, but they will stop.

    Rebelliousslug
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m pretty sure this is to notify drivers of someone in the roadway, it don’t light up for pedestrians when there’s cars approaching but for cars when there are pedestrians

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    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah but Drivers in Canada can't Read the Stop Sign Now & they are Lage Red Octagonal Sighs!!! They Read POTS not Stop!!!

    Sasy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a great concept, with so many people wearing black these days it is hard to see people in the dark when a not very lit up area.

    LMS
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It appears France is ahead of the curve with traffic and pedestrian safety.

    Jude Laskowski
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would be a great way for thugs to stop traffic so they can carjack someone.

    Flo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you have one to prevent pedestrians from jaywalking when there is a crossing rig

    Linds
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where I'm at, majority of crosswalks that aren't at a stop sign have a cross button and dear lord if you miss all the flashing/warning lights then you're blind as a bat lol

    Snigget
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do it. (Oh, the poor language!)

    Gg
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My city has 2 kinds of pedestrian traffic signals at d fine crosswalks and flashing signs at other, neither stop the cars.

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    When it comes to how pedestrian fatalities can be prevented, USA Facts explains that practical improvements such as adding more sidewalks and bike lanes can help protect people who aren’t in vehicles. It’s also wise to reduce speed limits in pedestrian-friendly areas and improve visibility. “Pedestrian crossing islands can help those with limited mobility cross a street safely,” USA Facts goes on to note. “Better signage, including rectangular rapid flash beacons on pedestrian signs and pedestrian countdown timers, can improve pedestrian decision-making and visibility.”

    #16

    The Tactile Paving Changes Colours Depending On The Traffic Lights

    The Tactile Paving Changes Colours Depending On The Traffic Lights

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    Take me to dinner first
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aren't those tactile paving aimed to blind people? Maybe I'm dumb but, I mean--

    coppertopped panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And for the visually impaired. People who might have a problem to see the traffic light on the other side of the road, but a glowing square below their feet works fine.

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    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Blind people - "It feels green. Let's walk" /S (yes, i get it is doing double duty and it seems like a nice idea.

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That Just Encourages Folks to Not Pay Attention to their Surroundings at Traffic Lights!!

    Unaffected
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is where I live, Melbourne. The button is more interesting though, because the PB/5 pedestrian button is considered to be the world's best designed.Please read this interesting article about our awesome traffic lights! https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9395257/Inside-design-Australian-pedestrian-crossing-button-used-Billie-Eilish-song.html

    Seabeast
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I could imagine those getting slippery in the rain.

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    #17

    Remote Control Used In France By Blind People To Activate The Sound System Of Pedestrian Traffic Lights

    Remote Control Used In France By Blind People To Activate The Sound System Of Pedestrian Traffic Lights

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    TIS Student (loyo2028)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why can't the traffic lights have sound originally, like in Japan?

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because it's really annoying after a while. My old workplace was right next to one of these traffic lights and in the summer, when the windows were open, the sound drove you up the wall

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    MC C
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    several of the traffic lights in Chicago make sound by default when the walk sign is on, it sounds like a tweeting bird

    Moo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most crosswalks I've seen these days have sound built in regardless of who's crossing

    Fabian Bernard
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is standard in most cities for long. Just an updated version there

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have Lights for Crosswalks that Beep in Canada!!

    Bullseye
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Too bad you don't like the sound," say the blind folk. "At least you can see."

    jai putman
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On the base of most UK crossing signal buttons is a little peg that spins to let blind deaf people know when to cross

    Sassawrasse
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even in the US we have sound making crosswalks!

    Snigget
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have sound in the UK. They also have it in NZ and it sounds like an electric chicken.

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    #18

    Luminous Road Barrier

    Luminous Road Barrier

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    Roborowski
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a laser sabre, cuts the cars that have not paid

    Ozymandias73
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This way to the Dark side of the complex.

    Mulberry Juice
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who downvoted you? That was a great Star Wars reference!

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    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Might Help at Railway Crossings instead of having People Drive through them!!

    Mav Mav
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's like Halloween all year round in this neighbourhood

    Vicki Perizzolo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we need these in front of streets washed out in storms...the # of humans who think going around them === back to Darwinism again...

    Jesse Libertini
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    when i was young i would wonder why this does not exist

    Markus Weiler
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When there are no cabriolets, the laser beam doesn't work.

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    If you’re curious about the cities around the globe that are the most pedestrian-friendly, we’ve got you covered. According to Culture Trip, the 10 most walkable cities in the world are Florence, New York City, Marrakech, Paris, Vancouver, Buenos Aires, Dubrovnik, Melbourne, Boston, and Vientiane. Now, you can feel free to have a different perspective, pandas, as I’m sure there are plenty of other pedestrian-friendly cities who didn’t make it on this list. But you are guaranteed to have an easy time getting around on foot in any of these locations!   

    #19

    This Kindergarten In Australia Enforcing A One Way Road With Spikes

    This Kindergarten In Australia Enforcing A One Way Road With Spikes

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    I’ve Seen Things
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Must have had a lot of issues here, that is not a common thing to install.

    Yuffa Kinazzo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The mayor's brother owns the near by tyre shop.

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    Tucker Cahooter
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They should have installed a real crocodile instead of spikes so as to match the detail on the "Wrong Way Go Back" sign

    mark glass
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They tried, but it got too expensive when the crocs unionized.

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    Sasy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is rubbish, we do not have these, everyone knows we just throw spiders into the windows of cars as they speed past.

    Anni
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember some petrol stations had these in Australia. Don’t pay = need new tyres.

    Not-a-Clue-What-to-Call-Myself
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are everywhere in the UK, often in car parks do you can't leave the wrong way (ie without paying) but in all sorts of one-way situations

    Ali Sherlock
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never seen anywhere I've been in Australia

    Josh Dorsett
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn't your tires get punctured if you went the correct direction as well? The spikes look like they'd work in both directions.

    ƒιѕн
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Spikes are angled away from the correct way drivers and lay down as a vehicle passes over them. Think spring loaded. LP_CloseUp...8e66aa.jpg LP_CloseUp-642b9928e66aa.jpg

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    Mangelo Il Fumatori
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the sign with the alligator.

    Mav Mav
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    might as well put a crocodile there instead, at least you wouldn't have to feed it

    Roborowski
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When will they finally invent a turnstile for cars? 😅

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    #20

    Dunkirk, France, Bus Stop Sign With The Waiting Time

    Dunkirk, France, Bus Stop Sign With The Waiting Time

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    Michal Pifko
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aren't these everywhere? I come from a crappy post communist country and we have them.

    Mirabelle Skyrim
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have them at busy bus stops in Stockholm, Sweden. Bus stops where only a few people get on/off each day, not so much. The bus stop has a receiver and the bus a transmitter, which updates the waiting time on the sign.

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    Sponge Blob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's rather popular thing I think. Buses have gps tracking devices, you can even check their location with various commuting apps.

    Mia Black
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They implement this since a few years in Germany but only a few at a time so even in my city there are still many without the electronic part

    Trillian
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We got them a couple of years ago and wow, 1 minute can be loooooong

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    David H
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have these all over NYC, major bus stops have had them since 2010, and by 2030 all bus stops in NYC will have them. You see them installing them all the time, but there are over 16,000 bus stops and that takes a while, especially given the cost. But in NYC you just download the app, and you can get live tracking of your bus down. And if you dont want the app, just text your stops 5 digit code to the MTA and you get an instant text back with the next bus for each route at that stop

    Maiun
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have these in rural South west UK

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Need these in Canada Too!! Boy Europe has Some really Dandy ways to Keep their Public Safe and in the Know!!

    Miki
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw it in one or two cities in my country too. Great stuff. No need for app in phone.

    Pamelot
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have them here. Hello from St. Petersburg, Florida. 🌴

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    #21

    Height Sensor At A Tunnel. If A Vehicle Is Too High, Luminous Warning Signs Will Turn On

    Height Sensor At A Tunnel. If A Vehicle Is Too High, Luminous Warning Signs Will Turn On

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    °CORLEONE°
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too late, I just ripped my truck's roof at the tunnel. LOL

    Clay S.
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The 11 foot 8 bridge has one of those systems, and people still ignore it

    Mike Fitzpatrick
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was wondering if someone would reference this! The videos of the trucks losing their battles with that thing are really entertaining.

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    Trisec Tebeakesse
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *snort* Look up "Storrowing". Boston leads the world in this event.

    SarahBee
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My first thought was of Storrow Drive - "I know a few places that could use this!"

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    Maggie Mae
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should Have them at All Overpasses on Highways too Cause Some Truckers just Don't Pay enough Attention!!

    xolitaire
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and still hoards of truck/caravan drivers will try to squeeze through and experience regret(tm)

    Caroline Driver
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems to be mostly double decker buses that need it here, especially ones with school kids on

    Mandy Delaforce (PC Girl)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have a couple of bridges here in Australia that could use this.. At least 1 truck a week hits a low bridge, even with multiple signs. LOL

    DaveC
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look up 11-8 bridge on YouTube. They've had everything but someone standing there waving a sign and people still trash trucks going through it.

    Naomi Cline
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There’s a bridge in Durham NC her would use this! http://11foot8.com/

    Debbie Garman
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Need one in Carlisle, PA, United States

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    If you’re wondering why it’s so important for cities to be walkable, we’ve consulted this article from Congress for the New Urbanism that explains some of the top social benefits that come from pedestrian-friendly cities. First of all, being able to walk places promotes healthier, active lifestyles. This can also improve residents’ happiness and mental health, as walking raises endorphin levels, lowers cortisol levels and can even help us sleep better. Being more active also reduces obesity and helps fight off chronic diseases, so let’s get moving! Being out and about in a walkable city encourages social interaction as well, which can lead to a friendlier, more inviting and safe city. Plus, the more people that are on the streets, the less people there are in cars, which can greatly reduce the number of automobile accidents.     

    #22

    This Hourglass Shaped Traffic Light

    This Hourglass Shaped Traffic Light

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    °CORLEONE°
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Street racers love this intersection. Also, color-blind people absolutely love the subtle gray that the hourglass.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So that you know exactly when to rev your engine

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm picturing a TV comedy where they are staring impatiently at the hourglass and then see it rotate so all of the 'sand' is back at the top.

    Avery Gentry
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should just put a drag racing Tree!

    #23

    Street Light Modified To Accommodate 4 Surveillance Cameras. Paris, France

    Street Light Modified To Accommodate 4 Surveillance Cameras. Paris, France

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    Sponge Blob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't stop these serious dystopic vibes.

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aliens hiding their eggs in old timey street lights.

    Alun Jones
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So rather than shining the light for you, they're now shining the light on you.

    Steve Robert
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎶And every step you take, I'll be watching you 🎶

    Weasel Wise
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oooh! Nice! Citizen money being used to spy in the citizens any time the leave the house! 😬

    Blue Mar
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Somehow it makes me feel really uncomfortable... Too much surveillance for my liking

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Five Cameras & still Nobody seen Anything!!

    Per Hansen
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Big brother watching you. This is not positive. It is sick.

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    #24

    Bumpy Plates For Blind People, Everywhere In France, I Hope It's The Same For The Other Countries Too

    Bumpy Plates For Blind People, Everywhere In France, I Hope It's The Same For The Other Countries Too

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    Hotdogking
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're in Ireland as well. I honestly thought they were standard all over the world lol

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    fair_weather_rose
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have these most places where I live. There's also some crosswalks that make a beeping or clicking sound so that blind people know when it's safe to cross.

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty common in the US. At least in WA state but I think all over. At least in new construction stuff. Not everything is retrofitted (some have been). TBH, didn't used to know these were for blind people. On ours, at the same time they were installing gentle sort of ramps for wheel chairs and it is the surface of the ramped area that has the bumps. So I thought it was for traction for the wheel chair wheels when the pavement was wet. (rains a lot here)

    Ace
    Community Member
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    _NOT_ everywhere in France. Most crossings in rural areas are not marked that way, nor with any sort of lighting, let alone the experimental gadgets featured elsewhere in this topic. They're pretty much ignored by drivers and pedestrians alike.

    Roger9er
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, also in the Netherlands

    Mingey
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tenji paving, invented by Mr Tenji, Japanese chap, in the 60s

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    #25

    This U-Turn Only Traffic Light

    This U-Turn Only Traffic Light

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    Olivia Dean
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey fellow Melbournians- when do we tell 'em about hook turns?? Right hand turn from left lane, going once the light is red. Hold on to ya hats, close your eyes and GO GO GO!!!

    Donkey boi
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But it's red, so that makes me think 'don't do that'.

    Luna Crow
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The red one is lit in the picture because it's a red light for the U-turn, meaning don't do that now. Notice there are two more lights for the yellow and green lights. We have these in a few places in the US too

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    Máté Jancsek
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't get it... how is this innovative?

    aartdesigns
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ONLY U-turn.... never saw those before. Only. Huh.

    Sara Nelson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They are in the US. Doesn't mean people understand how they work :/

    Suzi Q
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's one in Northern California too.

    Mav Mav
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wouldn't you just crash head-on into the person behind you? silly

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    #26

    Metal Equipment That Allow Cyclists To Stand Up Straight While Being Stationary Waiting For The Green Light. Spain

    Metal Equipment That Allow Cyclists To Stand Up Straight While Being Stationary Waiting For The Green Light. Spain

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    Alex Langley
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Waste of time, cyclists don't wait for the green light anyway.

    Gibberint Dark
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of us do wait for the light to go green... But I agree about it being a waste of time (and money) putting in these things...

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    Sponge Blob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've used these and they're nice, but usually just one cyclist is able to use them, so not that useful.

    Stan Chung
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cyclists should not ride bikes that are too tall for them!

    MotorcycleDoggo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why can't they just put their feet on the floor, like they do pretty much everywhere else on the planet?

    tmw
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this must be in an area without snow.... right? b/c that would gum up with snow? it looks awesome, though

    Juliana Blewett
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was going to say what cyclists actually follow traffic laws anyways?

    rodger coghlan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Local city laws (regulations) allow bikes to ignore traffic lights in certain situations

    Steve Robert
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you can't reach the ground standing up, your bike is too tall for you

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    #27

    "Incoming Bus" Luminosities Sign, When A City Bus Is Coming, The Sign Is Turned On To Warn The Drivers, France

    "Incoming Bus" Luminosities Sign, When A City Bus Is Coming, The Sign Is Turned On To Warn The Drivers, France

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    and_a_touch_of_the_’tism
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be nice where I live… the bus is always late so you never know when it’ll show up

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again it Could be Useful in Canada too!!

    Jesse Libertini
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what if someone...you now SMASH IT WITH A CAR?!?!?

    I don’t know about you, pandas, but I’m certainly jealous of all of the cities who have these fabulous gadgets that make pedestrians’ and drivers’ lives easier. We hope you’re enjoying this list and that you’re getting some ideas of what to start pestering your local city planners about. Keep upvoting the tools you find most appealing, and let us know in the comments if your city has already implemented any of this technology. Then, if you’d like to check out another Bored Panda article featuring excellent examples of urban planning, look no further than right here!

    #28

    Luminous Direction Sign In Paris

    Luminous Direction Sign In Paris

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    Mimi La Souris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This tastes old, it's from the 80's i think

    aartdesigns
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you weren't supposed to put it in yer mouth!

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    Alex Sass
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did BP just suggest light is an extraordinary innovation

    Luna Crow
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can we pretty PLEASE have more street signs that light up at intersections? I know it's not a new thing, but it hasn't been implemented widely enough. It makes it so much easier to see what cross street you're approaching, and cuts down on last minute lane changes

    DumDumDoo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing new. A very old concept

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We Have Street Names that illuminate at night Driving in Vancouver!! Very Helpful as Sign on the Edge of the Roads & Streets are very Hard to see & Read!!

    MiniMaus
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Toronto you're luck to GET a road sign, never mind one that is lit up

    Joanne Hudson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless the town moved, its still relevant.

    Dixie sunshine
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nice. I think modern and brilliant!

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    #29

    Special Light For Pedestrian Crossing, Belgium

    Special Light For Pedestrian Crossing, Belgium

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless it's a spotlight that follows me exclusively, I don't want it

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, it's a spotlight that throws literal and emotional shade on you by following the other person in the crosswalk and ignoring you.

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    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Still wouldn't Trust Drivers to be Paying Attention Though!!

    #30

    Controlled Access Area System In Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Controlled Access Area System In Amsterdam, Netherlands

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    Robert T
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have these in the UK, often for buses to come into town centres. It is hilarious when a car follows the bus and the bollard comes up under the car. /s

    Emma Waldron
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once heard (and saw the aftermath) when one of these rising bollards came up under and ambulance when it was trying to access the shopping area near me. I do hope the person they were going to wasn't too seriously ill!

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    Marie Lane
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, I live in The Hague, Netherlands and they put one of these at a hospital zone that was temporarily a through street during construction (right at the end of my street). Since it was installed over a year or so ago, more than 50 vehicles have crashed into it because they are trying to coast through on the tails of ambulances or busses for which the bollards will go down. This is despite very clear signage and even traffic control agents at times. It’s known as the “Horror Poller” and has its own Twitter and a song written about it. They’ve since deactivated it, because it had cost the city nearly a million euros in repairs/replacing it when it got hit.

    Bill McDowall
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Southampton ours slide sideways instead of rising and falling!

    Tucker Cahooter
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have that where I work, so us plebs don't try to access the underground carpark

    aartdesigns
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    no trucks or busses, just itty-bitty cars

    ️Crystal️
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen these in the US at government buildings

    celeste hall
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those are all over Washington DC

    Patricia the Grey
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bikes rule in Amsterdam. Not cars. Not pedestrians.

    gerard julien
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    everywhere in France ( for the local residents)

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    #31

    Yellow Covers To Increase The Visibility Of Bollards During An Event

    Yellow Covers To Increase The Visibility Of Bollards During An Event

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    Mav Mav
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    bollard condoms, I love it! be safe people.

    Patricia the Grey
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bollards often hit delicate man parts if they aren't looking, so you are close :)

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    MomaBear
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have driven into yellow posts more than once. They don’t work 🤪

    SkyBlueandBlack
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    May I suggest paying a bit more attention when you're operating a thousand-pound machine?

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    Rebelliousslug
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do they only need to be yellow during events? Why not just always yellow? Are they retractable?

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some Canadian Drivers Still Wouldn't Notice them!!

    Cara
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could they not just have painted them yellow in the first place, or is that too logical?

    aartdesigns
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, it's not a pretty sight when event goers start going at the bollards. Just going at 'em. HARD. Very messy.

    Lindy Mac
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They should be *painted* bright yellow.... good visibility is needed ALL the time.

    MikeMaxis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good idea if the posts are not brightly colored already.

    Fred B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cool....my tent needed a new bag.

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    #32

    Bollard That Displays The Remaining Allowed Parking Time For Cars (30 Minutes For Each Car). France

    Bollard That Displays The Remaining Allowed Parking Time For Cars (30 Minutes For Each Car). France

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    Shelli Aderman
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This seems like it would only be helpful to folks writing tickets… 🤣

    Nice Beast Ludo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't there an app by now Alerting you to your meter? Probably not because then the government and city would lose millions in parking fines

    aartdesigns
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's better than having to go up to the head and trying to make out how much time you have left. Just a glance in your cars direction will tell ya.

    #33

    Colourful Crosswalk, France

    Colourful Crosswalk, France

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    Spinning sharkyy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we have lgbtq ones in britan! there really fun!

    Weasel Wise
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We get it France. You're super awesome.

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want to know about the trap doors to the rancor pits on either side.

    crowspectre (he/they)
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have pride flag crosswalks in Seattle. It rocks

    Freya the Wanderer
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have at least one crossing like that in Atlanta. Occasionally some @s$hole vandalizes them, but workers always repaint them.

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    John Carr
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cooler in Derry where they went pride.... https://www.irishnews.com/news/northernirelandnews/2021/09/09/news/ni-s-first-rainbow-crossing-unveiled-in-derry-2441660/

    backatya
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like lgbt invaded their country

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We Have Rainbow Crosswalks in Canada!!

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    #34

    Luminous Bollards That Change Of Color Depending Of The Pedestrian Signal Color. La Défense, France

    Luminous Bollards That Change Of Color Depending Of The Pedestrian Signal Color. La Défense, France

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    Mia Black
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one I don't understand because where I live the pedestrians on a crosswalk have always the right of the way / drivers have to look and stop for them on crosswalks, period.

    Avery Gentry
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think that everywhere, except when there are controlled crosswalk lights, but anytime someone is walking on a crosswalk you have to stop and let them go, I mean in any situation what are you gonna do just plow threw them?🤦‍♂️

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    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some Drivers in Canada are too busy on their Cell Phones to Watch anything Around them at All!!

    MikeMaxis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another thing to keep up with maintenance.

    Demosthenes
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What I have learned from this list is that the French LOVE luminous bollards.

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    #35

    Pedestrian Crossing + Bicycle Crossing In France

    Pedestrian Crossing + Bicycle Crossing In France

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    Frando Bone
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do cyclists actually pay attention and use it correctly? Or do they just weave around through people and traffic like they do everywhere else?

    Edgar
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it's in Paris, neither cyclists nor pedestrians respect any traffic lights.

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    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nice Idea if used Properly!! In Canada Our Bicycle Lanes Should Actually be Next to the Sidewalks & Parking Spaces Out that Little nit Further!!Still using the Same Amount of Space but Cyclists would Certainly be Safer Riding their Bikes!!

    Diolla
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, what's special about this? Honest question.

    Pamelot
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have cyclists' paths on the roads. Hello from St. Petersburg, Florida. 🌴

    Lindy Mac
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a very good idea..... some people can't play nice together.

    Jude Laskowski
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bicycle riders in San Francisco go whenever and wherever they want. They'll knock down a pedestrian or cut off a vehicle if it's in their way. The police do nothing.

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    #36

    French Pedestrian Signal Used For Some Ski Lift

    French Pedestrian Signal Used For Some Ski Lift

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    Ozymandias73
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't ski so I'm not sure what this is supposed to mean.

    Zephyr343
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Skiing with a golf club or skiing with a pipe wrench is what I interpret it as.

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    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stay to the left if you are taking your metal detector cross country skiing with you.

    Paul Neff
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Left: My shower-head is busted, so I brought it here to exchange. Right: I can help you change that flat tire!

    MAKtheknife
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So one person is carrying a soup ladle and the other an Allen wrench?

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For Cross Country Skiers I Presume?

    Cheryl Lohr
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is the left a lift and the right a tow rope?

    Ace
    Community Member
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is quite common, and not just in France.

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    #37

    Lighting Of The "Tunnel Du Mont Blanc" , France, In The 60s

    Lighting Of The "Tunnel Du Mont Blanc" , France, In The 60s

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    Hugh Cookson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see a Citroen DS, one of the most beautiful (and comfortable) cars ever built (R hand side at the front, blue with a white top)

    Christof Irran
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And there are two exemplars of the great 404 - the African continent is still littered with its carcasses. The fenders in front leading to the headlights, as well as rear ones leading to the taillights, had creases on top, and where the crease ended the car ended (from the driver's point of view) which made it the easiest car to parallel-park in the tiniest spaces. My brother inherited a Peugeot 404 hearse and swears it's the most reliable car ever built (I disagree - my vote goes to the 2002 BMW 325i). My mother hated it because it had "a certain smell" (Duh! It was a hearse, and there is always *some* leakage in a hearse).

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    Trophy Husband
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact: a well designed tunnel will have two light levels, bright for day and dim for night. This allows the light level to stay close to what you had before and after the tunnel, so you aren't blinded either in or on the way out!

    Christian Golden
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Mont Blanc Tunnel is one of the world's most iconic stretches of road. About 12 km and 15ish minutes take you between France and Italy. I'd love to do it again...in that classic Citroen.

    Geoffrey Scott
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would prefer not to be the one on the ladder to change these

    Vera Diblikova
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like Letenský tunel in Prague.

    Maggie Mae
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That makes the Tunnel as Bright as daylight at night Driving!!

    Beruthiel45
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fluorescent tubes? 🤷

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that's quite well let. You'd almost need to turn your headlights on when LEAVING the tunnel instead of when entering it.

    Frank
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the "glorious" time when many countries would have only "national" cars.

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    #38

    Multiple Heights Road Barrier

    Multiple Heights Road Barrier

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    Jess Burgess
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the taller vehicles are allowed through then why don't they just make the whole barrier the tallest height???

    XenoMurph
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Different lanes diverge to different destinations I think

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    Foxinamug
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I imagine that there's an arched bridge that's 2.5m - 3m tall, so 2.1m vehicles can fit under no matter how wide they are, but 2.3m vehicles need to be skinny enough to pass under only the middle of the arch.

    Heather Talma
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He had two cats, a big cat and a little cat. So he cut two holes in his wall, a big one for the big cat and a little one for the little cat.

    Pamelot
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our height warnings are written on the bridges facing traffic in big black letters. Hello from St. Petersburg, Florida! 🌴

    Lindy Mac
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have to be this tall to get in....

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    #39

    French Pedestrian Signal LED Panels

    French Pedestrian Signal LED Panels

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    Miki
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In someone's home...?

    Roborowski
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are mandatory in flats with more than one person

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    Larry XK
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These things had been around 50 years, what is so interesting ?

    Miss Kitty
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How is this relevant to this article? Just wondering.

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you hear a loud thud and your home child safety monitor alerts but at least it shows you still have one left.

    Lindy Mac
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm feeling spotty today.... I think I'll stay home.

    Jesse Libertini
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they have this in some parts of the U.S

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    #40

    Road Separator Sign Used In France, It Can Bend In Case Of Accident

    Road Separator Sign Used In France, It Can Bend In Case Of Accident

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    Donkeywheel
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s actually a European norm : every road sign close to a traffic lane has to be made to easily bend if crashed into.

    DC
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... most of them are broken afterwards. These will just stand up again.

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    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sign can bend but how about the wall and glass window behind it?

    Cara
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Surely if you hit that, the issue is that the wall behind it won’t bend!

    rodger coghlan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the US it was realized that making support posts indestructible caused an increase in traffic deaths so they made them break-away

    aartdesigns
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL Looks like it's had to on occasion...

    Lindy Mac
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't this one bending is going to do much good...it is 3 nanometers from the WALL.

    Kimberly Ledig
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it's a good thing that it was made to bend, scratches a evidence

    xolitaire
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    2 years ago

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    #41

    Rubber Pole To Limit The Danger For The Bicyclists/Bikers And For A Better Durability Against Small Impacts

    Rubber Pole To Limit The Danger For The Bicyclists/Bikers And For A Better Durability Against Small Impacts

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    #42

    Pedestrian Light / Bike Light Mix, Spain

    Pedestrian Light / Bike Light Mix, Spain

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    #43

    Via Linea Range Of Road Signs, Integrated Screen Version

    Via Linea Range Of Road Signs, Integrated Screen Version

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    Chewie Baron
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get these in the UK too.

    #44

    Wood Guardrail

    Wood Guardrail

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    Lakota Wolf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Article title: “40 Interesting Gadgets From Cities Around The World”… I’m not sure a wooden board bolted to a guardrail is a “gadget”… XD

    #45

    Road Sign Fixed On The Traffic Light Poles In France That Allow The Bikes To Cross A Red Light To Follow The Arrow

    Road Sign Fixed On The Traffic Light Poles In France That Allow The Bikes To Cross A Red Light To Follow The Arrow

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    Fabian Bernard
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trust me, every French cyclist will cross anyway, and yell at you

    Frank
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is "modern civilisation" at its best: we had 1 fixed rule in traffic and that was: never cross a red light. (USA did not have that and is introducing in many districts). But now in 202x we know better and break that rule. Life must be complicated, otherwise it's not fun. Or something like that.

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    #46

    Yellow Arrow In France. Allow You To Run A Red Light If You Go In The Same Way Than What The Arrow Indicate

    Yellow Arrow In France. Allow You To Run A Red Light If You Go In The Same Way Than What The Arrow Indicate

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    Tortitude
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why not just have a green filter?

    Ace
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's amber, not green, so you still need to give way to pedestrians crossing.

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    #47

    Traffic Light Integrated Into A Metal Box With A Sign + A Light Under It For The Pedestrian Crossing. From France

    Traffic Light Integrated Into A Metal Box With A Sign + A Light Under It For The Pedestrian Crossing. From France

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    Mia Black
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But don't you have to always stop for pedestrians on a crosswalk? So there should be no need for a traffic light...in my opinion this may make situations tougher if there is a crosswalk without a traffic light because drivers are then used to look for the light, not for the people...I don't know how to put this in words, but I hope you understand what I want to say

    Ace
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are many types of crossings in France and the rest of Europe, some of them controlled with red lights, some of them with permanent or time-specific flashing amber lights, some, like most in France, have nothing at all, and although cars are supposed to give way it would be a brave pedestrian who assumed they would do so.

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    #48

    Parking Luminous Sign

    Parking Luminous Sign

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    Glengoolie Blue
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A sign that lights up? That's some kind of futuristic s**t there.

    Zephyr343
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What will they think of next? Tables with wheels?!

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    Máté Jancsek
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    are we really celebration the invention of light?