Originally Posted by
Mr. Underbridge
Honestly, this light doesn't sound like it would be very safe for *cars*.
I agree. I can accelerate faster than most cars do at intersections, and I'm usually past the intersection before they are.
The light might still be safe though if there is sufficient delay between red light for you and the green light for cross traffic. Plus, if you entered the intersection legally, you can proceed even after the light turns red and the cross traffic is supposed to wait for you (usually it does).