Zipper Merge to Keep Traffic Moving

Construction season is here and the City of Windsor is encouraging drivers to embrace the zipper merge — a simple, effective technique that keeps traffic flowing and improves safety in construction zones and around lane closures.

Key benefits of the zipper merge include:

• Maximizing use of available road space by keeping both lanes moving
• Reducing traffic backups
• Improving safety by minimizing sudden stops and risky lane changes
• Promoting fairness by encouraging drivers to take turns at the merge point

Motorists are reminded to stay alert in zipper merge zones and to be courteous to fellow drivers during the merging process.