Waze allows users to highlight several types of hazards on the map, including potholes, roadworks, broken traffic lights, and blocked lanes. However, the most disputed feature is the ability to pin speed checks on the map.
With this type of report, users can let the rest of the community know where speed traps are installed, with Waze displaying a notification on drivers’ devices when approaching a flagged location. While this alert can help reduce hard braking and eventually improve traffic safety, critics believe it also helps speedsters avoid getting a ticket and escape without being caught.
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