New York drivers appear to be speeding less since the city was allowed to start 24/7 automated camera enforcement last year, according to the Department of Transportation.
Last month, the city’s approximately 2,000 speed cameras issued 30% fewer speeding tickets than they did in August 2022, the first month they were in operation 24/7. The reduced number indicates drivers are getting the message that speeding will cost them, DOT says.
“One year ago we launched 24/7 speed camera enforcement, and the results are in: the program has reduced speeding, decreased the number of injuries, and made our streets safer,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez.