Smart Motorway Failures Endanger Motorists

Frequent power outages disrupt essential safety systems, raising concerns over the reliability of smart motorways.

Nearly daily failures in smart motorway technology have been revealed, with power outages affecting critical safety equipment.
Investigations show over 400 incidents of technology failure in a 17-month period, compromising motorist safety.
AA calls for the abolition of smart motorways, citing a flawed design and the risk to drivers.
Despite improvements, smart motorways still pose a higher risk of severe accidents compared to traditional roads with hard shoulders.
Government halts expansion of smart motorway projects amid safety concerns and public distrust.