Sydney, NSW trials first on-street parking bay for share bikes
New South Wales has introduced its first on-street parking bay for share bikes. This initiative aims to reduce clutter and safety hazards caused by improperly parked share bikes, benefiting pedestrians while supporting an eco-friendly transport option near public transport and local attractions. The City of Sydney plans to expand this trial utilizing spaces previously marked as No Stopping zones to avoid impacting vehicle parking.
Sydney, NSW
Australia
Sacramento, CA employs AI-aided bus cameras to bust bike/bus lane violators
Sacramento is set to install parking enforcement cameras on 180 Regional Transit buses to address illegal parking in bus stops and bike lanes. The AI-powered cameras will detect violations, capture video evidence, and after manual review by enforcement officers, tickets will be mailed to vehicle owners. This initiative follows a pilot program where over 300 violations were detected in just two months, highlighting the need for such enforcement.
Sacramento, CA
United States
Falls Church, VA modernizes traffic signals into one coordinated network
A Washington D.C. suburb, Falls Church, has initiated a project to modernize its traffic signals to enhance safety and efficiency. The upgrade will incorporate new technology such as adaptive signal controls and improved pedestrian features. This modernization aims to address traffic congestion issues and improve overall traffic flow in the area.
Falls Church, VA
United States
Bellevue, WA collaborates with T-Mobile on a Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything technology pilot
T-Mobile's C-V2X prototype communicates real-time traffic conditions between traffic lights and vehicles. The system uses 5G connectivity for continuous communications with minimal delays. A mobile app for the pilot activates audio and visual alerts when the user's vehicle approaches potentially dangerous situations. Bellevue and T-Mobile selected mid-block crosswalks, school zones, and reduced-speed zones to test C-V2X's impacts on road safety.
Bellevue, WA
United States
Kingston upon Hull City Council, GB turns Stoneferry Road into a smart transportation corridor
City officials worked with Clearview Intelligence on solutions to cycling safety and infrastructure concerns. Road studs at five intersections detect passing cyclists and inform motorists using in-road lights. An over-height detection system turns sensor data into digital sign directions for freight vehicles approaching a low bridge. The partnership also yielded a Variable Message Sign network at 18 locations with real-time travel times and detours.
Kingston upon Hull City Council, GB
United Kingdom
Melbourne, VIC tackles growing e-scooter parking issue with safety technology pilot
Melbourne, Victoria, and Lime partnered on a limited pilot of new technology after complaints of sidewalks blocked by e-scooters. Twenty-five e-scooters are outfitted with cameras programmed for road detection. Real-time footage sent to the Lime app triggers suggestions of nearby legal parking areas. City officials are considering additional measures like intoxication detection systems, onboard mapping equipment, and rider ID verification.
Melbourne, VIC
Australia
Tampa, FL informs Traffic Management Center decisions with AI-powered insights from Rekor Command
City officials adopted Rekor Command as a method for managing 600 traffic signals with minimal TMC staff. The platform analyzes real-time data from cameras, connected vehicles, and sensors in anticipation of road incidents. TMC operators reduce traffic congestion with adjusted signal timing and communicate insights to first responders. This project allows two full-time operators to more effectively manage traffic without costly equipment upgrades.
Tampa, FL
United States
Santa Monica, CA collaborates with Hayden AI on trial of automated bus lane enforcement technology
Hayden AI's camera system was installed on Big Blue Bus vehicles for a 45-day pilot. The AI-enabled system identified illegally parked vehicles obstructing bus lanes and stops. There were no citations issued during the pilot. Transit officials mapped the most frequently obstructed areas on Route 3 and Rapid 3 based on camera footage. Data from the pilot will shape targeted messaging about public transit accessibility and parking enforcement.
Santa Monica, CA
United States
Washington, DC trials targeted outreach to drivers with multiple traffic citations
The Lab @ DC team gathered data on high-risk drivers from the district's Automated Traffic Enforcement system. Letters and text messages are sent to thousands of randomly selected motorists with citations for red-light running and speeding. These messages highlight the personal, financial, and legal consequences of dangerous driving. District officials will compare the impacts of targeted messaging with public service announcements and signage aimed at the general public.
Washington, DC
United States
London Borough of Newham, GB partners with See.Sense on trial of smart bike lights with sensors
Two hundred local cyclists received free See.Sense lights for the one-year pilot. See.Sense technology gathers data up to 800 times per second on bike speed, road conditions, and near-miss incidents. Council officials can identify heavily used bike routes, areas with frequent crashes, and other trends based on anonymized data. The borough will use pilot data to inform Romford Road Corridor improvements and design active travel initiatives.
London Borough of Newham, GB
United Kingdom
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, GB creates smart intersection with Vivacity road sensors
The council began the installation of 65 Vivacity sensors throughout the borough in 2022. A cluster of sensors in Brierley Hill will support a smart intersection at Venture Way and Mill Street by the end of 2023. Sensor data feed into Vivacity's Smart Junction platform for timely light changes based on current motor vehicle, bike, and pedestrian traffic. The AI-powered sensor network assists borough officials during the development of local solutions for traffic congestion and safety.
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, GB
United Kingdom
Brossard, QC trials Kalitec's Earl traffic safety system for improved driving in school zones
The Educational Awareness Reward Light (Earl) system will be tested outside Académie Marie-Laurier for three months. Earl defaults to a red stop light when there are no vehicles on Stravinski Avenue. The light remains red for vehicles exceeding the 30-kilometer-per-hour limit and changes to green when approaching vehicles are at or below the limit. This system is solar-powered, easy to install, and gathers data useful in planning traffic calming measures.
Brossard, QC
Canada