A 7-kilometer "green wave" has been launched at the Kukcha gate
On a 7-kilometer section of Kokcha Darvoza Street, 16 traffic lights have begun operating under a unified system. According to measurements taken during non-peak hours, the new arrangement has reduced travel time by an average of 40 percent, saving 8 minutes per trip.
A 7-kilometer "green wave" launched at Kokcha Gate
In the "green wave" system, traffic lights are coordinated with each other. Drivers traveling at the permitted speed will have the opportunity to pass through subsequent intersections on a green light as well. This reduces the number of stops on the road.
The system operates in two modes throughout the day depending on the main direction of traffic flow:
07:00–17:00
- for traffic moving toward the center;
17:00–24:00
- for traffic moving away from the center.
However, the "green wave" does not guarantee non-stop passage through all intersections. Traffic lights also allocate time for pedestrians and cars on intersecting streets. For this reason, a driver may have to stop at a red light at certain intersections.
Speeding is not required to move in sync with the wave. On the contrary, exceeding the set speed limit may lead to arriving earlier at the next traffic light's red signal.
The reduction in stopping and re-accelerating also serves to decrease fuel consumption and harmful gas emissions into the air.
It is noted that figures regarding time savings were measured during non-peak hours to assess the system's effectiveness. During hours with increased traffic flow, the time spent on the road may vary depending on traffic intensity and current road conditions.