Why do motorcycles get away with running red lights?
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Current surveillance technology is capable of capturing motorcycle traffic violations. Criteria for determining red light running: Electronic monitoring systems capture three photos as evidence for red light running violations: the front wheel crossing the stop line, the rear wheel crossing the stop line, and the front wheel crossing the opposite stop line. Only when all three photos are present will it be considered as running a red light. How to avoid running red lights while driving: When arrow signals are present, observe the arrow lights; otherwise, watch the circular lights; When the red light is on, the front of the vehicle must not cross the stop line; When the yellow light is on, the front of the vehicle must not cross the stop line; When the green light just starts flashing, if you are close and moving fast, you should proceed, as braking might not stop you in time before the stop line; if you are far away, moving slowly, or the intersection is congested, you should stop; When driving in the city, develop the habit of looking for traffic lights whenever you see a crosswalk or stop line at an intersection.
I often see motorcycles running red lights on the streets, and it may seem like nothing happens, but the risks are extremely high. Motorcycles are small and agile, sometimes able to quickly slip away from cameras or police sight, especially in complex urban traffic. Riders might think their small size makes them less noticeable, and that surveillance systems struggle to capture details. However, this is completely wrong—running a red light is illegal, and you can be caught at any moment, facing penalty points and fines that are unavoidable. More seriously, the probability of accidents increases significantly. With minimal protection on motorcycles, a collision with a car could result in anything from minor scrapes to fatal injuries. Through my own research on traffic safety, I’ve found that many accidents stem from this behavior. So never take chances—safe driving is the only way to enjoy a long and fulfilling life on the road.
