The Senseless Ambiguity of North American Turn Signals
Technology Connections · 2 HN recommendations
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Technology Connections explains why North American tail light rules, which allow red turn signals and flashing brake lights, make signals ambiguous. He argues for amber signals and cites studies showing a safety benefit.
Why HN recommends it: HN points to it as the informative explanation of US turn signal quirks whenever signal design comes up.
“did a very informative (though a bit ranting) video on them in the US. Worth a watch and really interesting.” Read on HN ↗