“While 19% of Americans live in rural areas, nearly 50% of traffic fatalities occur on rural roads.” This quote, from a September 2022 report from the Governors Highway Safety Association,[i]
Rapid advancements in transportation technologies such as AVs present a major challenge and unprecedented opportunity to enhance safety and mobility. Beyond mitigation of congestion, injury, or death caused by human
Smart Pavement is a technology capable of providing simple, compact deployment of various smart systems along roadways. The technology is typically made up of precast concrete slabs intended to replace
The Ray is an independent nonprofit entity operating on the Ray C. Anderson Memorial Highway, which spans an 18-mile stretch of interstate between LaGrange and West Point on Interstate 85
Rectangular railroad ties (also called crossties) serve an important role in the function of rail transportation without incorporating advanced technologies. That may change due to ongoing research from the Railway
Taking full advantage of technological advancement means ensuring systems continue to work for you. Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) are meant to save time, resources, and lives. Too many different, disparate
The FHWA’s Every Day Counts (EDC) program is an invaluable resource for State, local, tribal, or private transportation practitioners. Its work identifies proven but underutilized innovations and coordinates the sharing
As public agencies consider incorporating microtransit into their jurisdictions, information is an essential tool. Microtransit remains a relatively new approach, with limited guidance available to ensure a smooth, minimal-cost adoption.
A T3 Webinar Crowdsourcing for Advancing Operations: Introduction and Application Highlights will be hosted today from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET. Crowdsourcing is the practice of using technology to involve
The FHWA’s National Highway Institute offers Web-based Training that may be of interest to transportation practitioners. This post will address two specific programs concerning Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). The first,
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