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4 Cities That Are Integrating Smart Technology To Improve Pedestrian Safety

Pedestrian Safety

Securing Pedestrian SafetyAs the American population continues to grow, cities throughout the U.S. see a population influx in many regions. As more people congregate in urban environments, economic forces in these areas often see a substantial increase in many aspects, and there are many benefits from this ongoing population trend.As cities grow, so do the benefits that many sectors of … Continue reading “4 Cities That Are Integrating Smart Technology To Improve Pedestrian Safety”

How Mining Operations Are Being Shaped By Autonomous Vehicle Technology

Self Driving Cars

While autonomous cars and trucks are just beginning to hit the roads in the US, self-driving technology has already been implemented in agricultural vehicles and even large-scale mining operations.This technological evolution is a natural progression in this highly competitive and volatile mining industry.In recent years the mining sector has seen an increase of automation and other technological advances in everything … Continue reading “How Mining Operations Are Being Shaped By Autonomous Vehicle Technology”

Reading The Road: Optimizing Autonomous Technology For Pedestrian Safety

Self Driving Cars

The Rise Of Automobiles And Dangers To PedestriansFor decades, automobiles have been the primary form of transportation across the U.S. As their popularity has increased, instances involving pedestrians and vehicle crashes have also grown to the point where today almost 100 people die each day from vehicle crashes.Roads are becoming filled with vehicles, and at the same time, U.S. cities … Continue reading “Reading The Road: Optimizing Autonomous Technology For Pedestrian Safety”

Autonomous Trucks: The Future Of Shipping Technology

Self Driving Cars

Technology Connecting The World & Shipping SystemsAs the world’s economic systems continue to become more connected, shipping companies are utilizing advanced systems to improve efficiency and reduce costs.Autonomous vehicle technology is quickly evolving, and as self-driving tech is showcased in personal vehicles, many of the most significant advancements in this industry will be seen in shipping applications.Driverless technology promises the … Continue reading “Autonomous Trucks: The Future Of Shipping Technology”

How to Report A Dangerous Driver: Best Apps To Do It Anonymously

New Technology

How to Report Reckless Drivers & Stay Safe on the Road Reckless driving—whether it’s excessive speeding, road rage, or distracted behavior—endangers everyone. With advanced technology and real-time reporting tools, you can take action to improve road safety. This guide covers how to report reckless drivers, the best apps for documenting incidents, and essential tips to stay safe. Disclaimer This guide … Continue reading “How to Report A Dangerous Driver: Best Apps To Do It Anonymously”

Will Self-Driving Cars Save Bicyclist Lives?

Self Driving Cars

Our Transport Revolution Autonomous vehicles have a bright future in the United States. As technology continues to advance, our roads will begin to be filled with vehicles that leverage various benefits for pedestrians, other vehicles, and bicyclists. In a series of tests in 2014, Google performed several experiments find how sharing the road with autonomous cars will impact bicyclists. This … Continue reading “Will Self-Driving Cars Save Bicyclist Lives?”

Unexpected Factors Lead To Record Pedestrian Deaths In 2016

Pedestrian Safety

A Historically Deadly YearLast year marked an unfortunate record, as 2016 saw nearly 6,000 pedestrian deaths. This marks the highest total pedestrian deaths than two decades, according to results from a recent study.This unfortunate record is even more alarming as we see an increase of 25% of pedestrian deaths between 2010 and 2015. Pedestrians now account for the largest portion … Continue reading “Unexpected Factors Lead To Record Pedestrian Deaths In 2016”

Apple Has An Official Permit To Test Self-Driving Cars In California

Self Driving Cars

For years rumors have been circulating that Apple has been working on autonomous car technology. Much like their competitor, Alphabet, Inc., Apple is known as an innovator in the technology sector.In late November 2016, Apple revealed that they were “investing heavily in the study of machine learning and automation” in a letter they submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety … Continue reading “Apple Has An Official Permit To Test Self-Driving Cars In California”

Who Causes More Car Accidents? The Data May Surprise You

Traffic Safety

Seniors vs. Teens Answer: Teens We expect mistakes from young drivers, but the first few years are pretty risky. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), drivers ages 16-19 are three times more likely to crash than drivers over 20. These novice drivers cause significantly more car accidents than seniors: The United States Census Bureau calculates 12.2 percent … Continue reading “Who Causes More Car Accidents? The Data May Surprise You”

Navigating Our Streets: How Autonomous Cars Will Deal With Construction Zones

Self Driving Cars

Our Cities Are Designed Around Roads As the U.S. economy continues to grow, we are relying on a diverse economy to fuel our nation’s prosperity. Everything from commercial driving, distribution, and of course residential drivers who commute to and from work rely on inner-city roads. One problem facing mass-adoption of autonomous cars on our city streets is that road construction, and … Continue reading “Navigating Our Streets: How Autonomous Cars Will Deal With Construction Zones”

Will The New Administration Uphold It’s Commitment to Infrastructure Investment

Infrastructure

The Aging American InfrastructureDuring the 1950’s and 1960’s, America was investing in construction projects of all sizes to build up the Nation’s infrastructure. From Federal Highways and public utilities, America was known to have the best roads and transportation systems in the world. However, today America is witnessing an era of highways that buckle under rush hour and bridges that … Continue reading “Will The New Administration Uphold It’s Commitment to Infrastructure Investment”

Latest Leaks Show That Apple Is Still In The Car Business

Self Driving Cars

Past Attempts At Building An Apple Car Apple had an open project to build their car since early 2014. However, the car-making business isn’t easy, and according to Bloomberg Apple scaled back their ambitions to take on Detroit.Dubbed Project Titan, Apple worked to streamline the process to create their physical car. This ambitious project looked to cover an array of hardware, … Continue reading “Latest Leaks Show That Apple Is Still In The Car Business”

The Impact of Self-Driving Cars On Urban Planning

Self Driving Cars

Are American Cities Ready For Self-Driving Cars?Self-driving cars could be one of the most powerful forces to impact American cities since the expansion of the interstate system. While the adoption and excitement of self-driving cars are well known, many cities are not ready for how autonomous vehicles will impact their future development.Many urban development organizations have not considered the impacts … Continue reading “The Impact of Self-Driving Cars On Urban Planning”

How Will Vehicle-To-Vehicle Communication Drive The Future Of Car Technology?

Self Driving Cars

Vehicle-To-Vehicle Communication SystemsAs we race toward fully autonomous vehicles, we are beginning to understand that the only expensive car on the road is the one that can communicate with other cars and objects it’s surrounding like traditional traffic cones.This technological movement will bring automobile manufacturers together with telecom companies to have individual vehicles communicating with each other in a continuous … Continue reading “How Will Vehicle-To-Vehicle Communication Drive The Future Of Car Technology?”