Some drivers cruise along peacefully, never getting caught by speed cameras. No tickets, no trace. Their secret? An astonishing trick to become invisible to radars. And no, it’s not a high-tech gadget from the future. In 2025, a report revealed that one in fifteen drivers already employs this technique. The most surprising part is its simplicity.
A special license plate is all it takes to fool surveillance cameras. But be warned: this method is strictly illegal and raises serious concerns. If this trick spreads, the entire road system could be undermined. Should we be worried? How does this trick actually work? And most importantly, why are authorities struggling to stop it?
The trick that renders radars ineffective
On the roads, radars are meant to catch those who speed or fail to follow the rules. But today, some drivers have found a way to deceive these radars. They use special plates on their cars.
These plates are not like the others. They are reflective or distorted, and sometimes even 3D or 4D. Because of this, cameras cannot read the numbers on them. The result: the car becomes invisible to radars.
Others take it a step further. They buy false plates online that mimic those of another vehicle. It’s clever but also completely illegal. And, more importantly, it can cause significant issues for others.
A massive and illegal fraud on the rise
This trick isn’t known by everyone. Yet, one in fifteen English drivers is supposedly already using it. That’s substantial! These special plates are not very expensive and can be easily found on certain websites. People buy them to avoid fines.
They want to avoid paying when they speed or park incorrectly. But it’s not fair. Those who follow the rules end up paying for everyone else. And this kind of cheating can quickly escalate.
When one person gets away with it, others are tempted to try. It creates a snowball effect. Even though the method is illegal, few get caught. That’s why this fraud is spreading so rapidly.
Why this technique worries authorities
Radars are quite useful. They help monitor the roads and prevent accidents. But with these fake plates, radars become almost blind. An English expert raised the alarm, explaining that this system is very fragile.
In fact, a simple plastic plate can render it useless. Moreover, due to these errors, honest drivers can mistakenly receive fines. In cases of theft, hit-and-run incidents, or serious accidents, the car cannot be located.
This poses a real danger. Authorities are beginning to realize this, but they still don’t know how to respond. The penalties are often too weak to deter offenders.
Could it happen in France?
Currently, this trick is mainly used in England. But France is not immune. Our roads are filled with radars, and more and more French people are looking for ways to reduce their fines. If no action is taken, this fraud could arrive here very quickly.
Fake plates are easily available online, even from France. And with low penalties, some may be tempted to take their chances. Therefore, it’s crucial to act before it’s too late. Otherwise, our radars may become useless, and road safety could suffer greatly.
