One of the oldest and most recognisable road safety devices in the UK the Belisha Beacon is to get a makeover more than 70 years after it was introduced. %0D%0A %0D%0AThe Yellow globe will now receive a %22Mohican style%22 ring brighter lamps and motion sensors to boost visibility. %0D%0A %0D%0AThe first of the new designs have been put into use in Norfolk. %0D%0A %0D%0AIn addition to a new super-bright LED bulb in the globe yellow LEDs directed at drivers in the ring will flash in sync with the main light. %0D%0A %0D%0ALight sensors will adjust output to ensure that the signal is seen in bright sunlight and dimming the bulbs in the dark. %0D%0A %0D%0A%22I thought they needed to be more conspicuous%22 designer Tim Jarvis of sign company Westcotec told Auto Express. %0D%0A %0D%0AThe idea came to him after he drove over a zebra crossing without noticing that it was there. %0D%0A %0D%0AReplacing Belisha Beacons with traffic lights can cost up to %A335000 ten times more than the new design. %0D%0A %0D%0AConscientious drivers can find the best motor insurance quotes online. %0D%0A%0D%0A