THE GREEN — Live News It should only take three seconds to move off when...

Published: 12:26 am April 22, 2022
Updated: 6:57 pm March 8, 2026
Drivers ‘see Red’ When They’re Kept Waiting On Green For More Than Three Seconds

It should only take three seconds to move off when traffic lights change to green – new RAC research reveals – and anything longer is very likely to lead to anger and frustration for those behind waiting, particularly if they’re aged 44 or under.

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Nearly half of the 2,498 drivers (46%) surveyed by the RAC* said it should take no more than three seconds to get going on green, with a third (35%) thinking between four and six seconds is a reasonable time. A relaxed 7% are prepared for others to take as long as they like to pull away.

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