Switzerland’s ingenious roadworks method ensures traffic never stops, and the US could use it

In Switzerland, they have an ingenious roadworks method to ensure that traffic never stops, and it’s something that other countries like the US could certainly benefit from.

Roadworks are necessary to ensure that the roads we drive on are kept in good condition – important both for safety and visual appeal.

They’re also a nuisance that often cause a disruption to our morning commutes.

Over in Switzerland, they’ve got a system set up that ensures drivers can carry on undeterred while the roads get fixed.

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The US could learn from Switzerland’s ingenious roadworks method

As drivers, we all expect roads to be in good condition.

After all, we pay taxes for that sort of upkeep.

But let’s face it, the disruption that comes along with roadworks can be frustrating at times.

It’s not only frustrating – it’s costly.

One 2019 report found that traffic congestion was costing the US economy billions annually – and we can only imagine how much of that came about as a result of roadworks.

In Virginia alone, highway delays can have massive economic impacts – losses of between $8 million and $250 million a day.

So that leaves us in a pickle – our roads need to be maintained, but delays can cost us deeply too.

Well, it seems like Switzerland has found the answer.

Switzerland has created a mobile ‘drive-over bridge’, which allows drivers to bypass roadworks.

The bridge sits on top of the construction site, allowing cars to pass over at normal speeds, while the construction workers get their work done undisturbed.

Measuring 257 meters long and capable of being repositioned several times in one day, it’s a brilliant idea.

On virtually every factor, this method works a treat – roads get fixed, workers are kept safe from oncoming cars, and nobody’s journey is disrupted.

What the US can learn from other countries

One of the best things about living in a inter-connected world is being able to see how other countries do things.

And there are plenty of interesting things happening in various corners around the world.

When it comes to EV adoption, the US could take some notes from Norway, where 97 percent of all cars sold are electric.

Over in Iceland, they’ve come up with a smart way of improving road safety using a Ísafjörður crosswalk.

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