Autonomy On The Roads: Intelligent Transportation Systems

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) have been used extensively across Canada for decades. ITS make use of various technological devices - such as computers and electronic sensors - to reduce traffic congestion, fuel consumption and improve safety on our highways. Despite the pervasiveness of ITS on our roads, the consequences of their development and increased presence in future transportation systems remain worthy of examination. A recent update to the ITS architecture used in Canada and the U.S. is summarized below.

ITS today

Overview

ITS have already revolutionized the way Canadians travel on a daily basis. There are countless examples, including:

• Automated toll collection;