The world has never been so congested before. The number of cars and people on the Toronto streets is increasing every day, and so is the rate of traffic and population in the air. Besides, residents and expatriates are getting quick and easy privileges to buy new vehicles, further exacerbating the jams everywhere. Well, this may not be the issue just here in the city. Almost all the populated countries on the globe are undergoing the same problems. With that in mind, the concerned authorities must intervene at the earliest and bring the right traffic control solutions to the table. Some of the modern and sophisticated measures that have worked for most states and can work amazingly for yours are also.
Traffic Light Management
The road capacity and the timing of the traffic lights go hand in hand. That is why all experienced traffic planners first pay attention to the coordination of the traffic lights. There will be little to no blockage of vehicles by optimizing the entire traffic management system, even during peak hours.
CCTV Monitoring
Installation of CCTV at intersection points and highways is an intelligent way to look over vehicle breakdowns, collisions, and any other major nuisance happening on the road. It is highly effective in sending significant warnings.
Strict Traffic Laws
Bad parking and loading/unloading of vehicles in the middle of the road is a common cause of a halt in the traffic flow. But, the cities that have enforced stringent traffic rules regarding these issues, along with inappropriate speed, jumping red lights, or driving through restricted areas, have effectively reduced fatalities and jams.
Investing in Cycling Infrastructure
There was a lot of hesitation amongst cycle enthusiasts to ride on the road due to the lack of safe connections between different places. However, many cities overcame it by building protected cycle lanes and separate crossings at busy road junctions.
Timely Bus and Train Services
Authorities providing the desired subsidies in the transportation sector made these services very convenient. That was a blessing for regular commuters in populated cities as expansive bus and train routes saved them money on petrol and reduced the scope of traffic jams with their vehicles.
Well, these efforts have been or are to be done on the part of authorities. A few contributive measures that the public as sensible drivers can take care –
- They are maintaining a sufficient gap. The moment one driver taps on his brakes, all the vehicles behind will do the same, causing a ripple effect. So, keep a distance to ensure the most negligible chances of damage during the sudden braking of other cars.
- We are staying at a steady speed. For safe driving on the road, you must know when to take your foot off the accelerator. Stay at the recommended speed limit, and do not press the brakes unless required.
- You were merging with traffic like a zip. When changing your lane, be patient and sensible so you don’tbecomeg a nuisance to others. Understand the flow of cars on the road and merge when you are allowed a space.
