New anti-braking speed cameras that can catch motorists trying to evade fines for speeding could be on their way to the UK.

The new speed cameras have already gone live in Spain and could head over to the UK

The devices have already gone live in Spain following a successful pilot – and could be used to tackle harsh braking in the UK.

The new technology penalises drivers who attempt to avoid penalties by slowing down quickly for speed cameras then speeding back up too quickly after passing them – which often allows drivers to escape receiving any points on their licence, fines, or driving penalties.

It’s based on a new system called ‘cascading’, which involves installing a mobile radar device a significant distance after a fixed speed camera to detect those motorists who speed up again after passing the first camera.

The speeding driver will then be caught by the second mobile speed camera – which could be over a kilometre away – leaving them wide open to a hefty fine and points on their licence.

Road Angel has called for the technology to be used in the UK as part of a crackdown on speeding.

Founder Gary Digva said: “If introduced, these devices will catch and penalise more speeding motorists, encouraging more drivers to stick to legal limits and improve road safety.

“It comes after the news that one in four fatal collisions occur due to speeding on UK roads. This means that over 2,500 people are seriously injured every year due to excessive speeds.

“These shocking statistics alone should encourage motorists to think twice before speeding, yet it’s safe to say that the new technology will penalise even more motorists who are driving in excess of the legal limit, therefore helping to keep UK roads safer for all users.”