Finland’s technical research centre’s (VTT) TransSmart vision of a model country for sustainable transport throws the spotlight on efficiency – in vehicles, systems, and services. It says transport will be a fusion of sustainable energy sources, advanced technology, safety, high service levels, mobility alternatives and new ways of operating.
According to VTT, Finland in 2020 will use low-emission vehicles running on renewable energy, electricity, hydrogen and sustainable bio-fuels. The share of public t
TrafficLand will provide live video from its network of roadway traffic cameras to the Harman Aha Radio TrafficLand traveller information app at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2018, in Las Vegas. The solution, according to its CEO Lawrence Nelson, can provide content to dramatically increase driver awareness about traffic and weather conditions on the roadway ahead as well as make all the difference when it comes to driver safety. The new mobile application will be demonstrated on a 2018 Jeep Cherok
The UK Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has warned that car manufacturers are building high-tech distractions into their new vehicles and have made interiors so comfortable they are being turned into living rooms.
IAM chief executive officer Sarah Sillars said efforts to reduce distraction factors for motorists are being undone by the relentless pace of technology and eagerness of car makers to pack more gadgets onto dashboards. She said the main areas of concern were highly sophisticated satellite-
Joi Dean, CEO of the Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has been appointed second vice president of IBTTA for 2024. Adam Hill finds out about what drives her to leave a legacy
