Service Request #2: Why Is This Red Light So Damn Long?
The episode explores how Los Angeles manages its notorious traffic through a sophisticated, citywide traffic signal system born from the 1984 Olympics, revealing the blend of engineering, human judgment, and urban design that shapes daily commutes. Despite advanced technology, some inters
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