This signifies that the speed of vehicles is being monitored using radar technology, and exceeding the posted limit will result in legal consequences. For instance, a sign indicating “Speed Limit 55, Radar Enforced” informs drivers that their speed is being actively measured and that speeding tickets will be issued based on radar readings.
The practice aims to improve road safety by deterring speeding. By making drivers aware of the potential for immediate detection and punishment, the likelihood of adherence to speed limits increases. This, in turn, reduces the incidence of accidents and associated injuries. The implementation and use of this method have a long history, evolving alongside radar technology itself, from early applications in military contexts to widespread deployment in civilian traffic control.
