Originally Posted by
northernlights
To check for cars that run the red light, who are turning right, pedestrians who may be running across the street, etc.
A green light doesn't mean it is 100% safe to proceed, to assume that is just foolishness.
I watch for all the aforementioned, I may reduce my speed, but unless there is situation mandating for me to stop, such as emergency vehicles, or a blocked intersection, etc., I do not stop period.