15 interesting devices that make road traffic more convenient and safer (16 photos)

Let's look at some interesting examples of innovative improvement of some cities in the world, which would be nice to spread to all other countries.





Inner-city traffic is an area where innovation is unlikely to ever stop. Every year, urbanists come up with new mechanisms, design discoveries and devices that increase the safety of people on the roads and make the lives of motorists and pedestrians more convenient.

Luminescent markings in Nantes, France



Traffic light with mirror to allow drivers to see pedestrians/cyclists in their blind spots





Metal railings that help cyclists keep their balance while standing at traffic lights, Spain



During events in this city, yellow covers are put on traffic poles for better visibility.



Prototype bicycle lane with photoluminescent markings, Montpellier, France



Luminescent barrier



An example of adapting a sidewalk to nature, Stockholm



Colorful and optimistic pedestrian crossing in France



A one-way road near a kindergarten in Australia was equipped with spikes.



Pay attention to the sign!

The button for calling the green light is located at rider level. Suddenly you are on a horse!



Tactile coating changes color depending on the color of the traffic light



Glowing bollards at this small pedestrian crossing in France



Column displaying the remaining permitted parking time for vehicles (30 minutes for each vehicle)



These green rings of light move at the speed set by the limit in this tunnel



This helps drivers know if they are traveling at the right speed.

Stockholm uses speed cameras to run a lottery



If you drive at or below the posted speed limit in this section, you will be entered into a lottery with a prize pool based on fines paid by violators. After the introduction of this unusual promotion, the average speed of transport here decreased from 32 km/h to 25 km/h (by 22%).

Are there similar interesting gadgets in your city?