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Can't agree that the effect is net positive. It adds another level of confusion and doubt in technology, since occasionally people will figure out what's going

Can't agree that the effect is net positive. It adds another level of confusion and doubt in technology, since occasionally people will figure out what's going on or read articles like this one. How about showing a timer on the traffic light when they will turn green, or temporarily disable traffic lights when there is little traffic (using live data).

maxxxxx 8y ago
"How about showing a timer on the traffic light when they will turn green" In some areas they have these and it's really nice.
- craftyguy 8y ago
  Yea having been to cities where this is deployed widely (e.g. Taipei), it's a shame that they aren't in use everywhere.
- fjsolwmv 8y ago
  Those have negative consequences like car drivers accelerating other race against the upcoming red light.