Since the COVID-19 virus outbreak: Local Chinese authorities continue to incentivize the purchase and operation of self-driving delivery vehicles. One manufacturer (Neolix) indicated that public…

Congestion pricing programs face political, institutional, and public acceptance challenges and concerns everywhere in the world. Over a 12-day period, from December 7 to 18, 2009, a…

The Integrated Corridor Traffic Management (ICTM) project was a complex endeavor consisting of technical and organizational challenges. The project aimed to mitigate the increasing congestion…

From 2003 to 2005, a partnership between the New York State DOT (NYSDOT), the USDOT, research centers and the private sector developed one of the first wireless Advanced Traveler Information Systems…

Successful implementations of HOT lane projects require the application of standard and thorough highway project management procedures. HOT lane projects should be carefully evaluated and planned…

In order to maximize the efficiency of HOT lanes, increase travel time savings and attract paying users, HOT lanes must provide premium travel conditions and predictable trip times. Operators vary…

Procurement of either owned or leased telecommunications services is a critical part of an ITS implementation, as the telecommunications system enables the ITS infrastructure to operate in an…

Project planning includes a number of steps that are important to ensuring the success of the system procurement and acquisition process. The research concluded that all procurements should be…

Following the initial decision to proceed with the Decision Model, the agency must determine whether the work will be distributed through a single contract or through multiple contracts. The…

Determining the overall complexity of the project and the level of risk is critical to selecting the best procurement approach. The Guide to Contracting ITS Projects defines the following four…