The City of Albuquerque is making significant strides to enhance road safety through the expansion of its Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program. In a proactive move to address speeding and reduce accidents, the city is set to install eight additional Elovate speed cameras along high-risk corridors. This initiative aligns with Albuquerque’s Vision Zero mission to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
Since the launch of the ASE program, fatal accidents in Albuquerque have decreased by approximately 20% due to drivers adhering to speed limits. The existing speed cameras have effectively reduced speeding in various areas, prompting the decision to introduce more systems in targeted locations. The selection of these sites was based on thorough data analysis and community input to maximize safety benefits.
Jennifer Turner, Director of DMD, emphasized the positive impact of speed cameras on road safety, stating that they contribute to fewer severe crashes and injuries. The ASE program is a crucial component of Albuquerque’s broader Vision Zero strategy aimed at minimizing injury collisions citywide.
The technology powering the ASE program is Elovate’s DriveSafe platform, equipped with Gen3 hardware developed in Houston, Texas. This cutting-edge system features multi-lane radar tracking for precise enforcement in complex traffic settings, 4K video evidence capture for clear and reliable citations, and real-time data integration to support mobility planning.
Elovate’s comprehensive solution includes optional automated license plate recognition (ALPR) and secure data transfer, ensuring accuracy and fairness in the citation process. By combining advanced technology with expert oversight, Elovate enables Albuquerque to focus on safety outcomes while managing the technical infrastructure seamlessly.
Robert DeSanti, General Manager at Elovate, expressed the company’s commitment to partnering with Albuquerque to enhance road safety and save lives. The expansion of the ASE program underscores the effectiveness of technology and community collaboration in promoting safer streets for all road users.
Elovate is a leading provider of automated traffic enforcement solutions, dedicated to leveraging innovative technologies for enhancing road safety and fostering compliance. Through its partnership with public agencies, Elovate strives to create safer communities by delivering accurate and reliable systems worldwide.
For more information about Elovate and its initiatives, visit https://elovate.com/. The City of Albuquerque’s collaboration with Elovate exemplifies a shared commitment to enhancing road safety and reducing speeding incidents through advanced technology and community engagement.