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Tag Archives: traffic
Rapid Buses for Rapid Transit?
Buses don’t often excite commuters. High-speed rail like the bullet train? Definitely. Cars that autonomously sense and prevent accidents? Absolutely. Even the tried and true bicycle is cool again. Buses have lacked the glamour of other modes of transportation. However, … Continue reading
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Tagged BRT, commute, commuting, congestion, PI, public transportation, traffic, transit
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Hazardous Driving: Unsecured Loads on Our Roadways
Have you ever nervously driven behind a car with a mattress loosely tied to its roof, or a pickup truck with the bed filled to overflowing? These unsecured loads can pose a serious hazard to other motorists, potentially leading to … Continue reading
Posted in Transportation
Tagged accidents, cars, driving, highways, PI, roads, safe driving, safety, traffic, trucks, unsecured loads
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