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Average Speed Monitoring Can Revolutionize Control on Brazilian Highways, Altering the Way Drivers Are Monitored Along Segments and Bringing Unexpected Advances for Traffic Safety and Urban Mobility.
New Technology Aims to Control Vehicle Speed Over Entire Sections, Promoting Safety Even Without Immediate Fines.
Brazil is taking an important step in traffic monitoring with the adoption of an average speed measurement system on highways.
Unlike traditional fixed speed cameras, which capture speed at isolated points, this new technology calculates the average speed of a vehicle over the entire monitored stretch, encouraging continuous respect for speed limits.
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Although the system is still in the testing phase and without fines being applied, initial results indicate positive changes in driver behavior, which can represent a significant advancement in road safety.
How Average Speed Monitoring Works
The method for average speed monitoring is simple and effective.
Two cameras are installed at distant points within the stretch of highway that is to be monitored.
When a vehicle passes the first camera, the system records the exact time.
Upon passing the second camera, another time record is made.
With this data, the system calculates the average speed by dividing the distance between the two points by the time taken to travel it.
If this speed exceeds the permitted limit, the driver can be warned and may be fined in the future, according to regulations that are being developed.
This technique prevents drivers from reducing speed only near radars, a common practice that diminishes the effectiveness of traditional methods.
Why Has Brazil Not Yet Implemented Fines Using This System?
Although average speed monitoring has been successfully used in countries in Europe and North America, Brazil faces obstacles in regulating the application of fines based on this technology.
The Brazilian Traffic Code (CTB) does not yet specifically provide for the use of average speed for fines.
Moreover, the certification of the equipment by the National Institute of Metrology, Quality, and Technology (Inmetro) is a crucial step to ensure the system’s reliability.
Until all these issues are resolved, the system functions only for monitoring and educating on traffic, without direct punishment.
Brazilian Cities Are Already Testing the System
São Paulo is one of the cities leading the tests with average speed monitoring.
The Traffic Engineering Company (CET) has installed cameras at strategic points and is monitoring driver reactions.
According to preliminary data, there has been a reduction in average speed on the monitored stretches, which may indicate greater attention and respect for the rules.
In addition to São Paulo, concessionaires managing federal highways, such as Ecovias on the Anchieta-Imigrantes System, are also experimenting with this technology in their segments.
These pilot projects serve to gather information, adjust the system, and inform future regulations.
Environmental and Economic Benefits of Average Speed
Besides safety gains, average speed monitoring brings positive impacts for the environment and the economy.
Driving at a more constant and appropriate speed reduces fuel consumption, contributing to the reduction of emissions of pollutants such as carbon dioxide (CO2).
This practice also results in less wear and tear on vehicles and the infrastructure of the roads.
From an economic standpoint, reducing accidents means lower public spending on medical assistance, compensation, road maintenance, and social impact stemming from human losses.
The Future of Traffic Safety in Brazil
Experts and authorities are currently discussing the best way to implement average speed monitoring throughout the country.
Recent events have brought together traffic engineers, legislators, and representatives from the automotive sector to discuss the advantages and challenges of the technology.
With the likely approval of regulations still in 2025, Brazil could become a reference in using this tool to enhance road safety and reduce deaths on the roads.
The integration of the system with other measures, such as educational campaigns and infrastructure improvement, can accelerate positive results.
Expectations for Accident Reduction
International studies indicate that average speed monitoring reduces the number of serious accidents by up to 20%.
By encouraging a constant speed within limits, the system reduces the risks of collisions and pedestrian accidents, especially in critical stretches with heavy traffic.
In Brazil, the expectation is that the adoption of this technology will help achieve the goals of the National Traffic Safety Policy, which aims to reduce traffic fatalities by 50% by 2030.
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