Arriving on the territory in 2018, private radar cars did not make a real fuss then. And it is not for nothing that drivers who work for private companies and do not have an official oath to pay fines are the last to drive. However, this did not prevent their development, while now these vehicles are present in almost all of France. And their deployment continues to accelerate as long as the government wants it their number is still growing over the next few years.

TRAFFIC SAFETY:
I want to cancel the deduction of points for speeding under 5 km/h and thus be more understanding with those who work.
Conversely, I want to disenfranchise drunk/drunk drivers because they are potentially dangerous.

— Gerald Darmanin (@GDarmanin) February 19, 2023

Many accidents

But the new controversy would undoubtedly complicate the situation a little. Indeed, these radar cars have now been blamed for several accidents in recent months. More precisely, four, including one particularly violent one, during which the driver fell asleep and collided head-on with a retired couple in a Ford Mustang. The husband and wife received serious injuries to their eyes and neck, which they reported. But what is the cause of these accidents?

Questionable working conditions

If these cars, which are supposed to ensure the safety of road users, are so dangerous, then it is remarkable due to working conditions drivers Run times are often long, while cars often have worn tires and very high mileage. The employee even testified to the Journal d’Alsace, confirming that “ cars with radar are dangerous. To the point that sometimes I hoped that the police would arrest me“.

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