Autonomous vehicles (AVs) seem to be the solution for urban mobility today. For this reason, I would like to discuss its introduction in the Latin American context. In this region there are 68 urban areas with more than 1 million inhabitants. These 68 urban areas together account for more than 200 million inhabitants across 15 countries, bringing together 35% of the region's … [Read more...] about Challenges to the introduction and spread of autonomous vehicles in the Latin American metropolis
Innovación y sistemas inteligentes de transporte
Light on the Seat for Two
Internet of Things (IoT) works in various parts of our lives and connects our daily life with various “things.” However, there is still a gap between people in our society, and there are vulnerable groups. How can this IoT technology be applied to connect the gap among people that exist in the transportation system and to help the mobility impaired? In this article, I would … [Read more...] about Light on the Seat for Two
Autonomous Vehicles and Future Mobility
Trends and Governance Issues We are now in the midst of a highly transformative phase for transport and mobility. Attempting to look into the crystal ball, either the disruptive and gig economy enabled mobility revolution is upon us, or the rumours of the death of the private car are greatly exaggerated. It is thus important to distinguish between hype and uncertainties. … [Read more...] about Autonomous Vehicles and Future Mobility
No cash, no card, no problem
The future of paying for public transport in the Latin America and Caribbean region Monday morning, you get on the bus to go to work, realize your bus card is in the other jacket. You frantically search for your wallet and luckily find the exact amount to pay for the fare while other passengers look at you angrily, impatiently waiting for the bus to move. The next time this … [Read more...] about No cash, no card, no problem
Now I’m a believer: Crowdsourced mapping
* Michel Vallée Even though I’m an engineer, I’m one of those old fashioned guys who have trouble embracing new technology. For years I kept hearing about crowdsourced mapping where universal access to open software allows people to take photos of their surroundings and use them to make maps. The result of that collaborative process involving thousands upon thousands of … [Read more...] about Now I’m a believer: Crowdsourced mapping