ANTT authorizes average speed radar pilot in eight Brazilian states

The National Land Transport Agency (ANTT) has authorized a pilot project to test average speed radar systems across eight Brazilian states. Unlike traditional fixed radars that measure instantaneous speed at a single point, this technology uses cameras at two or more locations to calculate the time taken to travel a specific distance, thereby determining the vehicle's average speed over a stretch of road.

The experimental phase is scheduled for an initial period of 180 days. During this time, the project is strictly technical, educational, and experimental; no fines or traffic infractions will be issued based solely on the recorded average speed. The goal is to evaluate the technology's reliability and effectiveness for potential permanent implementation on federal highways.

Testing will take place on various highways in Espírito Santo, Goiás, Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, and Santa Catarina. Specific locations include the Rio-Niterói Bridge and the Anita Garibaldi Bridge. Participating highways will feature clear signage to inform drivers of the monitoring. The results will be reported monthly by concessionaires to the ANTT to assess driver behavior and operational performance.