Despite a significant degree of scepticism amongst some of the feedback, a new survey has revealed a strong level of support for speed cameras.
Nearly a third of respondents (29%) for the IAM’s Public Opinions of Speed Cameras study believed cameras were consciously placed at locations notorious for crashes and injuries while half of participants consider their primary purpose as money making traps.
However, The IAM said support for speed cameras was high amongst the 1,028 people with 70% preferring them over prosecution.
Adding that road deaths and injuries would increase if cameras were switched off, 81% felt that they play a part in limiting road deaths with almost half of respondents.
Simon Elstow, Head of Training for IAM Drive & Survive, said: “Many commercial drivers question the aims and deployment of speed cameras and much more work needs to be done to dispel their negative perceptions.
“It is reassuring to discover that so many high-mileage drivers recognise that training is the best solution to bad driving. These results show how seriously they take road safety.
“Whatever people’s feelings are on speed cameras, we encourage everybody to respect the limits. Travelling at the right speed protects you and other road users and gives you extra time to react to unexpected hazards.”