WJ Group to automatically notify drivers of roadworks in UK first

WJ Group to automatically notify drivers of roadworks in UK first

In a UK first, drivers using various popular navigation apps, such as Waze and others global apps and compatible cars, will be alerted to roadworks en route to their destinations thanks to a new system installed in vehicles operated by road marking and highway safety specialist, WJ Group.

The DGT seems to be a bit fed up with one of the star features in navigation applications, such as Google Maps and Waze. There is no doubt that this feature is one of the most used by drivers. No more or less that it is about radar warnings and controls that are displayed in these apps. Something that supposes a real headache for the Directorate General of Traffic. In recent times, different news has been given by Traffic. And if you thought tha…

Transit fines. Photo: Valora Analitik Archive. In Colombia, the use of applications such as Waze while driving can lead to penalties, as the current legislation prohibits the use of mobile devices during driving, unless hands-free devices are used. Therefore, it is important that drivers know in which cases the transit authorities could apply a fine for using this app while driving along the country's roads.