They appeared about ten years ago and were subsequently generalized in several European countries. THE sections of speed cameras still unrecognized by many motorists. Unlike conventional radars, which fix the speed and instantly emit a flash in case of overtaking, the principle of operation is different. As the name suggests, they are record the speed of the vehicle calculated between two points, sometimes at a distance of several kilometers from each other. It’s here Average speed which is stored without admissionthanks to tablet readers identification of each vehicle at the entrance and exit of the site. If they are first appeared in Belgiumtheir use was deployed on a large scale since 2012. Especially in France, where they are today there are more than a hundred

Radars with special operation

But the work of this type of device in combination with a is quite unique lack of communication on this matter on the part of road infrastructure companies did not make it easier for motorists to understand. But from the point of view of traffic safety, these are the safest devices. Unlike “classic” radars, which encourage braking only when approaching. Sectional radars force you to constantly reduce speed, and at a long distance. They have been getting a lot of attention in the news lately. Because: the state is gradually replacing them with radar towers. According to the association 40 million motorists, this is because they will cost the government too much and will not be profitable enough. It is implied, they would not ask for enough cars. 5,000 flashes per year on average for a section radar versus 14,000 for a stand-alone radar.

Replaced by tower radars?

In fact, the reason could be found more on the side of their service. This is a complex system, which is already expensive to put into operation. €165,000 each compared to €35,000 for a traditional radar. When the system was rolled out in 2012, they also cost an average of €9,300 to maintain. Against €17,800 in 2022. It is this reason that can explain that those who damaged or defective, today replaced by other models. Given the difference in price between a section and a tower radar, the costs that the government will have to bear are easy to calculate. In fact, section radars will indeed be replaced. But it will happen gradually, on a case-by-case basis. For those with malfunctions or damage. We may still meet them on our roads for some time…