1) According to a study by the Maryland Department of Transportation, turning right on red increases traffic flow by up to 20%.
2) The study found that when drivers are able to make a right turn on red, it eliminates the need to wait for a break in traffic to make a left turn, which often causes traffic congestion.
3) In addition, the study found that by making a right turn on red, drivers are able to move more quickly through intersections, which reduces the overall amount of time spent in traffic.
4) The study also found that turning right on red results in fewer accidents, as drivers are less likely to make dangerous maneuvers in order to get through intersections.