New ‘Long Ranger’ Speed Cameras Take UK Roads by Storm
Speeding drivers beware! The game-changing ‘Long Ranger’ mobile speed cameras are now stalking UK roads from over a kilometre away, catching reckless motorists off guard like never before.
Speed Cameras Get a High-Tech Makeover
Speed cameras have come a long way from the clunky boxes by the roadside. Since 2016, all UK speed cameras have been painted bright yellow to boost visibility. But many have remained hard to spot, especially those set far from the road.
Enter the Long Ranger mobile cameras. These sneaky devices operate from afar, boasting a range of more than 1,000 metres. That’s why they’re dubbed the ‘Lone Ranger’—able to enforce speed limits from a distance and catch drivers who think they’ve got away.
Not Just Speeders in the Gun Sight
The Long Ranger packs more than speed detection. They also spot drivers without seatbelts and those fiddling with phones behind the wheel. This tech upgrade means safer roads and tougher crackdowns on dangerous driving.
RAC Warns: Expect the Unexpected
RAC road safety spokesperson Pete Williams says many motorists will be caught by surprise. “While these cameras can tackle various offences, their main aim is to nab speeding drivers who wrongly believe they have slowed down in time,” he warned.
Speeding Penalties Still Bite
Getting caught speeding usually means a £100 fine and three points on your licence. First-time offenders with clean records might dodge points by taking a speed awareness course – but the Long Ranger’s watchful eye means fewer chances to slip through the net.
As technology pushes speed enforcement to new limits, UK drivers need to keep their foot off the gas. Otherwise, a nasty surprise could be heading their way via the post.
