Source: The Wall Street Journal
In 2009, the average commuter lost 34 hours—nearly a full work week—because of traffic congestion. As the economy recovers, traffic tie-ups will likely increase. Read the excerpt from the article below:
Trading money for shorter commutes is just one of the ideas in the mix as transportation officials look to ease congestion without raising taxes. Among the options being considered are paying to drive in HOV lanes or to drive to city centers. Private toll roads, technology that adjusts red lights in real time, more tow trucks—and more alternatives to driving—all could make incremental improvements that add up to the difference between a busy road and gridlock. ”If you can do 10 things that each handles one percent … you can make a huge difference,” says Roy Kienitz, undersecretary for policy at the U.S. Department of Transportation.