One reason that dealers are running short on used cars is because some manufacturers stopped their leasing programs years ago. That means fewer vehicles are coming back from leases and going into the used car market like they used to do. The “Cash for Clunkers” program also cleared out many dealers and about 700,000 of the trade ins were destroyed rather than resold on the lots.

Another major reason for the shortage is that consumers are looking to the used car market for better deals. Some consumers want to pay cash for their vehicle rather than be stuck with a monthly payment. When they buy a used car, they can do that.

If you’ve been considering a used car, get to your dealer today while there are still some available!

• Red light cameras typically have a sensor located underneath the pavement that is below the traffic light. These sensors are usually at the white strip before you proceed into the intersection.
• Traffic light cameras are only active once the light turns red.
• If you are in the intersection when the light turns red, you will not activate the camera.
• If your front wheels are past the sensor when the light turns red, you should be safe. So being in the middle of an intersection waiting to make a left turn when the light turns red will not trigger the camera.
• Most yellow lights are only three seconds long. Keep this in mind when approaching a traffic light that has turned yellow.

These are just a few facts about traffic light cameras to keep in mind when driving your used cars. Of course, each city and municipality is different when it comes to traffic laws, so you might be safer to not even risk getting a ticket by paying attention to the light and being a safe and courteous driver.