If you’ve been driving recently and spotted orange lines alongside the usual white stripes, you’re not imagining things. These markings are part of a pilot program in several states, including California, aimed at improving safety in highway construction zones. The bright color is meant to stand out against the asphalt, signaling drivers that they’ve entered a work zone where extra caution is needed. Studies show that more than 83% of drivers reported increased awareness when traveling through areas with orange striping. That said, what’s up with the orange lines? And will you see them everywhere soon? Here’s everything you need to know.
