New AI speed cameras that can see 'inside cars' rolling out next week

Drivers have been warned revolutionary new AI speed cameras that can see inside cars are rolling out next week. Greater Manchester will launch trial cameras from September 3 which can automatically detect if a driver is using their mobile phone behind the wheel or not wearing a seat belt.

The new technology from Acusensus captures footage of passing vehicles before using artificial intelligence to detect potential offences. Peter Boulton, Network Director for Highways, said: “In Greater Manchester, we know that distractions and not wearing seat belts are key factors in a number of road traffic collisions on our roads which have resulted in people being killed or seriously injured.

“By utilising this state-of-the-art technology provided by Acusensus, we hope to gain a better understanding of how many drivers break the law in this way, whilst also helping to reduce these dangerous driving practices and make our roads safer for everyone.”

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The campaign was also supported by Calvin Buckley, whose partner Frankie Julia Hough and their unborn daughter Neeve, died. Mr Buckley said: “Two people lost their lives as a result of someone using their phone while driving, and to put it simply my life was destroyed.

“It’s become quite common for people to use their phone to check messages, send photos or change the music while driving. But all it takes is a split second to become distracted, and when you take your eyes off the road anything could happen.

"You could hit another car, a pedestrian, injure or kill yourself.” Superintendent Gareth Parkin from Greater Manchester Police’s Special Operations added: “The road requires your full attention whatever your mode of transport. Distractions such as mobile phones and other handheld devices can cause you to lose your focus on the road and potentially miss an upcoming hazard.

“We know that wearing a seat belt is not just a life-saving habit, it is a legal requirement; that should be prioritised by every individual for their own well-being and the well-being of others on the road.”