Truck ban eases traffic congestion in Jakarta city

A pilot project which began last month and which saw trucks banned on toll roads in Jakarta city, Indonesia, has produced dramatic results. The ban helped to cut traffic congestion in the city by 40 per cent, while average speeds rose from 15-20 km/h before the ban to 60-80 km/h.
April 20, 2012 Read time: 1 min
RSSA pilot project which began last month and which saw trucks banned on toll roads in Jakarta city, Indonesia, has produced dramatic results. The ban helped to cut traffic congestion in the city by 40 per cent, while average speeds rose from 15-20 km/h before the ban to 60-80 km/h.

Jakarta Transportation Agency and the police department say they would like the ban to be introduced permanently but central government permission will be required.
Urban Traffic Control Charging, Tolling & RUC

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