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Are City Budgets Ready For The Benefits Of Autonomous Cars?

Self Driving Cars

There are many benefits that experts promise for self-driving cars. From safer roads to reduced traffic congestion, autonomous vehicles are expected to make a significant impact on our city infrastructure. As autonomous technology continues to evolve, engineers and automakers are looking to implement their technology to help alleviate adverse side effects caused by human drivers on public roads. As this … Continue reading “Are City Budgets Ready For The Benefits Of Autonomous Cars?”

How To Put The Brakes On Parking Garage Auto Accidents

Safe Driving

Across the U.S., urban cities rely on parking garages to allow customers and residents to park their vehicles. In fact, in a recent study by IBIS World found that annual growth of parking garage usage in the U.S. grew by 3.3% from 2012 – 2017. Parking garages aren’t just for show either, because they mean big business. During that same … Continue reading “How To Put The Brakes On Parking Garage Auto Accidents”

Will Cyclists And Self-Driving Cars Ever Co-Exist?

Self Driving Cars

Autonomous cars promise to bring many benefits to our roads in the near future. From reducing the risk of “sleeping at the wheel,” to reducing traffic accidents and eliminating traffic-related deaths on public roads. Both policy makers and automobile manufacturers tout the benefits of autonomous cars in our communities. To fulfill these promises engineers and car manufacturers are working quickly … Continue reading “Will Cyclists And Self-Driving Cars Ever Co-Exist?”

Winter, Rain, And Fog (Oh My!): Is Autonomous Technology Ready For Harsh Weather?

Self Driving Cars

Unpredictable weather conditions like snow storms, heavy rain, and dense fog can be a significant source of frustration for drivers. Not only do these factors contribute to traffic accidents and injuries on our public roads, but they can also lead to deaths across America. As the U.S. government seeks to reduce deaths caused by traffic accidents to zero within 30 … Continue reading “Winter, Rain, And Fog (Oh My!): Is Autonomous Technology Ready For Harsh Weather?”

Back To School: 7 Ways To Make School Zones Safer For Students & Pedestrians

Pedestrian Safety

The Current State Of School Zone SafetyA recent study by Safe Kids Worldwide shows alarming trends when it comes to the safety of students traveling to school. As of 2015, about five pedestrians died in school zones each week.While the United States has seen the deaths of schools zones has decreased over the past 20 years, many experts are concerned … Continue reading “Back To School: 7 Ways To Make School Zones Safer For Students & Pedestrians”

How IoT Technology Is Creating The Future Smart Cities

Traffic Safety

IoT Technology: The Future Of Smart Cities In AmericaWe live in a technology-driven world where technological devices control everything around us. Everything from interactive microwaves and cars, to smart cars, our lives are shaped by IoT technology. Devices that communicate with each other through the Internet leverage IoT networks to increase the breadth and value of data that is collected at each point … Continue reading “How IoT Technology Is Creating The Future Smart Cities”

Simple Roadway Tech To Make Our Streets Safer

Road Design

How To Make City Streets Safer With Smart Design As the U.S. continues to see more drivers on the roads than ever before, state and local lawmakers are looking for ways to create safer streets to be enjoyed by all city residents. While many new and innovative safety measures are being implemented throughout urban environments, city planners can look to … Continue reading “Simple Roadway Tech To Make Our Streets Safer”

How Safe Are Pedestrians In The U.S.?

Pedestrian Safety

Securing Pedestrian SafetyTraffic accidents continue to be the leading form of death in the United States, and this trend continues to climb in our city streets. As more people walk from place to place to save money or stay fit, local policymakers are starting to see a dangerous pattern where walking in urban environments is getting more dangerous each year.From … Continue reading “How Safe Are Pedestrians In The U.S.?”

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”

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”

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”

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Are City Budgets Ready For The Benefits Of Autonomous Cars?

How To Put The Brakes On Parking Garage Auto Accidents

Will Cyclists And Self-Driving Cars Ever Co-Exist?

Winter, Rain, And Fog (Oh My!): Is Autonomous Technology Ready For Harsh Weather?

Back To School: 7 Ways To Make School Zones Safer For Students & Pedestrians

How IoT Technology Is Creating The Future Smart Cities

Simple Roadway Tech To Make Our Streets Safer

How Safe Are Pedestrians In The U.S.?

4 Cities That Are Integrating Smart Technology To Improve Pedestrian Safety

How Mining Operations Are Being Shaped By Autonomous Vehicle Technology

Reading The Road: Optimizing Autonomous Technology For Pedestrian Safety

Will Self-Driving Cars Save Bicyclist Lives?

Unexpected Factors Lead To Record Pedestrian Deaths In 2016

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

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