Blog – Traffic Control Corp

Halloween Traffic Safety: Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians

October 27, 2023 Safety Tips

Halloween is a fun and exciting time for people of all ages, but it can also be a dangerous time on the road. More children are out trick-or-treating after dark, and many adults are attending parties where alcohol may be…

How to Properly Navigate an activated HAWK Signal

September 29, 2023 Safety Tips

HAWK signals, or High-intensity Activated Crosswalks, are a type of pedestrian signal that is activated by pedestrians when they push a button. They are typically located at mid-block crosswalks and intersections where there is a high volume of pedestrian traffic,…

Shifting Lanes When Another Car Is Pulled Over on the Shoulder

August 31, 2023 Safety Tips

When you’re driving down the highway, it’s important to be aware of your surroundings. This includes being aware of other cars on the road, as well as any vehicles that may be pulled over on the shoulder. If you see…

The Dangers of Driving While Wearing Headphones

July 31, 2023 Safety Tips

Listening to music while driving is a common way to pass the time and relax. However, wearing headphones while driving can be dangerous. Here are some of the safety concerns surrounding wearing headphones while driving: Reduced situational awareness. When you wear…

How to Properly Navigate a Roundabout

June 28, 2023 Safety Tips

Roundabouts are becoming increasingly common in the United States, as they are a more efficient and safer way to control traffic than traditional intersections. However, many drivers are still unfamiliar with how to navigate roundabouts properly. Here are some tips…

Construction Season is Here

June 9, 2023 Safety Tips

Construction season is here. This is a time when drivers need to be extra cautious on the road. There are often lane closures, traffic shifts, and other hazards that can make driving more difficult and dangerous. Here are some tips…

Why Traffic Can’t be Solved With Just Adding More Highway Lanes

March 7, 2023 Industry News

Traffic and congestion have been worsening in American cities for decades. The average American driver lost 51 hours and $869 in valued time by sitting in traffic in 2022, a 54% jump from the previous year, according to a report…

NHTSA Announces Model Year 2023 Vehicles To Be Included in 5-Star Safety Ratings Tests

February 22, 2023 Industry News

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced its list of model year 2023 vehicles for crash testing as part of the agency’s 5-Star Safety Ratings system under its New Car Assessment Program. These vehicles represent approximately 86% of the new…

Roadway Fatalities Beginning to Level Off After Two Years of Dramatic Increases

January 25, 2023 Industry News

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has released its latest projections for traffic fatalities in 2022, estimating that 31,785 people died in traffic crashes in the first nine months of the year. This is a 0.2% decrease as compared to…

Econolite’s EOS Software Milestone

January 4, 2023 Industry News

Econolite has reached an industry milestone. More than 10,000 EOS traffic controller software installations have been implemented in the field! Learn more about this industry leading solution here: EOS

Ford Testing Smart Traffic Light Technology

April 4, 2022 Industry News

The technology could eliminate response time and save lives. American car company, Ford, has started testing smart traffic light technology. If successful, this system would allow emergency vehicles to communicate directly with the signal head. In a crisis, every second…

Med City Mover – Rochester, MN

September 2, 2021 Industry News

The Med City Mover is a low-speed, automated, electric, multi-passenger shuttle operating in downtown Rochester, MN. Two, six-person shuttles will drive a circular route to serve Rochester residents, businesses, and visitors while passing by the Mayo Clinic downtown campus, residential…

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