Making the kerbside more efficient – a solution explained by Grid Smarter Cities on Highways Voices
This week on Highways Voices we talk about how better managing the kerbside for deliveries saves fuel and time, raises revenue and cuts emissions. Subscribe to Highways Voices free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts or Pocket Casts and never miss an episode! The founder of Grid Smarter Cities, Neil Herron, is the guest on the programme explaining that the […]
Uber launches new emissions safety features to “help customers go green”
Ride-hail company Uber has announced a series of new features it says makes it easier for riders and drivers to go green. Its new Emission Savings feature, located in the Account page, shows the emissions riders avoided by choosing Green and Comfort Electric rides, because, the company says “knowledge is power”. It’s also added a […]
Historic traffic demand now integrated with automated model generation solution PTV Model2Go
Mobility software and modelling company PTV Group has launched what it calls a more sophisticated version of PTV Model2Go. PTV Model2Go Demand now combines automated model generation technology with comprehensive traffic demand data based on TomTom’s analysis of trips, preferred routes and most driven streets throughout time. The new cloud-based solution provides users such as […]
TfL and London Councils progress plans to further improve lorry safety in London
Transport for London and London Councils are moving forward with plans to improve road safety in London by making changes to London’s Direct Vision Standard (DVS) based HGV safety permit scheme, following a decision made by London Councils Transport and Environment Committee. Under previously agreed arrangements, from 28 October 2024, HGVs over 12 tonnes will […]
British innovator Valerann wins contract in US state of Virginia
The technology and innovation platform Openvia, has announced the successful deployment of Lanternn by Valerann™ (LbV) on the Pocahontas Parkway in Virginia, USA. This AI traffic monitoring system is designed to help increase traffic safety and efficiency on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge, which is prone to high winds and fog, and manage the motorway […]
MPs and campaigners call for e-bikes to have number plates and insurance
The lawyer dubbed Mr Loophole for his work regarding road safety and enforcement is calling for electric bicycles to have identification, and for their riders to be required to have insurance. Solicitor Nick Freeman has told the Mail on Sunday newspaper: ‘If an e-bike is ridden by a fit person and it is going over […]
Police chief promises to support National Highways at A12 roadworks
The Chief Constable of Essex Police has pledged his officers’ support to keep the A12 flowing while roadworks continue. National Highways began reconstructing the major route between Marks Tey and Stanway near Colchester last October with a contraflow and 50 mph limit. However there have been several accidents while the works have taken place. Chief […]
National Highways seeks hydrogen supplier for Lower Thames Crossing project
National Highways has announced the procurement of a contract to supply low carbon hydrogen for the construction of the Lower Thames Crossing. In a procurement document, National Highways says the LTC is dedicated to achieving the lowest carbon solution to deliver the works and that the scope of this procurement requires supply of an estimated […]
TfL consults on Superloop bus route between North Finchley and Walthamstow
Transport for London is inviting people to have their say on proposals for a new limited stop express bus service between North Finchley and Walthamstow. It says the new service, currently called the X34 would be a significant addition to the bus network, providing additional bus capacity in busy locations and travel options across northeast […]
Durham Police hails Acusensus technology “driving down road crime”
Officers from the Durham Roads and Armed Policing Unit have detailed how they have been deploying a new sensor test vehicle in recent weeks which uses the latest AI technology to detect drivers who use their mobile phones or are not wearing their seatbelt. A specialist camera on top of the vehicle can scan all […]