Red, Yellow, Green... and White? NC State Innovation Could Redefine US Traffic Lights
By Marge | Published 2025-10-13T14:30:17.653+00:00
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Raleigh -- The familiar sequence of stop, caution, and go could soon get an upgrade, thanks to groundbreaking research from North Carolina State University (NC State) engineers.
They have proposed adding a white light to traffic signals, a revolutionary "white phase" designed to streamline traffic flow by harnessing the power of autonomous vehicles (AVs).While the white light is currently being explored for pilot programs across the country, its innovative concept is a homegrown WNC development, pushing the envelope for the future of connected transportation.The White Phase: A New CommandThe white light would not replace the traditional colors but would act as a communi