Gary Lauder's new traffic sign: Take Turns

The video discusses the impact of road design on energy efficiency and safety, focusing on intersections. It highlights the benefits of roundabouts over traditional signalized and unsignalized intersections, citing significant reductions in crashes and fuel consumption. The speaker analyzes the costs associated with stop signs and suggests that new traffic signs could improve efficiency and safety. The video concludes with a call to action for communities to advocate for better traffic flow solutions.

What is one of the main benefits of converting traffic lights to roundabouts?

• More frequent stops

• Higher gas consumption

• Increased traffic congestion

• Reduced crash rates

How much does it cost annually in gas for 3,000 cars per day at a stop sign?

• $10,000

• $51,000

• $100,000

• $5,000

What is the estimated annual cost of time wasted at a stop sign, based on the average U.S. wage?

• $90,000

• $120,000

• $60,000

• $30,000

Why is it challenging to change the meaning of existing traffic signs like yield signs?

• Drivers are not familiar with them

• They are only used in rural areas

• They are too expensive to replace

• They have a long-established meaning

What shape is proposed for the new traffic sign that merges stop and yield functions?

• Circle

• Square

• Triangle

• T-shape