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Originally Posted by chilliwilli
...Discovered that the whole camera operation (in NYC) is run by a private company, American Traffic Solutions. Obviously, their only concern is profit...
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And I've discovered at two different red light camera locations, that if you drive at a reasonable speed from the preceding traffic light which has turned green, the following traffic light is timed just such that you will have to jam on your brakes, or speed up to beat the red. But if you're driving moderately, that red will catch you every time. And I'm sure ATS literally "banks" on the fact that most NYC drivers will run the light.
Now when I'm approaching the intersection and the Dont Walk signs are flashing, I now instinctively scan the area for the overhead or roadside pole-mounted cameras.