Congestion Flashcards
(20 cards)
What are sustainable traffic management strategies?
They aim to reduce congestion and emissions, and promote public transport, cycling, and walking.
What are key goals of sustainable traffic management?
Be affordable, reduce private car use, and improve urban quality of life.
What is the London Congestion Charge?
A fee for driving in Central London during peak hours to reduce traffic and pollution.
When and where was the London Congestion Charge introduced?
In 2003, covering around 21 square kilometres in Central London.
How much is the London Congestion Charge (2024)?
£15 daily, weekdays 7am–6pm, weekends 12pm–6pm.
Who is exempt from the London Congestion Charge?
Emergency vehicles, electric vehicles, residents, and taxis.
What is Curitiba’s BRT system?
A Bus Rapid Transit system with exclusive lanes, large buses, and metro-like operation.
How many people can Curitiba’s buses carry?
Up to 270 passengers per bus.
What are some features of Curitiba’s BRT system?
Exclusive bus lanes, level boarding, prepaid fares, integrated with land use.
What are the benefits of London’s Congestion Charge?
Reduced traffic by 15%, 70,000 fewer vehicles daily, £2 billion in revenue.
What are the negatives of London’s Congestion Charge?
Cost burden, traffic displacement, expensive enforcement, limited long-term effect.
What are the benefits of Curitiba’s BRT?
80% use rate, reduced car journeys by 27%, fast, reliable, low pollution.
What are the negatives of Curitiba’s BRT?
Crowding, aging vehicles, gaps in coverage, can’t keep up with population growth.
Did the London Congestion Charge work?
Yes moderately — initial reduction in traffic, but benefits weakened over time.
Did Curitiba’s BRT system work?
Yes greatly — reduced car use, improved air quality, inspired other cities.
How is revenue from the Congestion Charge used?
Reinvested into public transport and cycling infrastructure.
Why is Curitiba’s BRT considered successful?
Efficient, sustainable, low-cost, and widely used.
What was a long-term issue with London’s Congestion Charge?
Traffic rebounded over time due to population and vehicle growth.
What other cities copied Curitiba’s transport system?
Bogotá, Jakarta, Los Angeles.
How is Curitiba’s transport linked with urban planning?
High-rise buildings built near BRT corridors for better accessibility.
