Average speed cameras

BoGoF

Probably a dumb question but can these overheard average speed cameras read your number plate in the dark?

King_Of_Bling

BoGoF wrote: »

Probably a dumb question but can these overheard average speed cameras read your number plate in the dark?

YES, otherwise it would be pointless having them in place.

BoGoF

I assumed so, but wondered how - infra red?

Jeff_Bridges_hair

BoGoF wrote: »

I assumed so, but wondered how - infra red?

All done by magic.

JimmyTheWig

Um, do you not have lights on your car?

flashg67

Mine does, but they point forward to illuminate the way ahead, not to light up the front number plate....

esmerobbo

Number plates are reflective they reflect infra-red as well as normal light!

poppasmurf_bewdley

BoGoF wrote: »

Probably a dumb question but can these overheard average speed cameras read your number plate in the dark?

Only way to check for sure is drive at about 20mph above the speed limit between some cameras after dark and see if you get a ticket.

Then you will have your answer - all verified by yourself.

smjxm09

Would have thought the glare from the cars headlights would prevent the camera from taking the plate number but that is only my opinion

BoGoF

So we have a split of opinions?

GT60

yes they DO!
we have them at work on the gate.
They read the number plate in the dark and rain with headlights on so the barrier can open