# Why Do Some Traffic Lights Have Yellow Borders? Here's What They're For - SlashGear

> Why Do Some Traffic Lights Have Yellow Borders? Here's What They're For Traffic lights are one of those pieces of street furniture you probably don't think about all that much until you're stuck waiting at them.

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- **Published:** 2026-06-21
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #lights #traffic #borders #yellow #green #slashgear #ahead #among
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