2012 Urban Mobility Report

摘要: Congestion levels in large and small urban areas were buffeted by several trends 2011. Some caused congestion increases others decreased stop-and-go traffic. The 2011 data are consistent with one past trend, will not go away itself – action is needed! problem very large. In 2011, Americans to travel 5.5 billion hours more purchase an extra 2.9 gallons of fuel for a cost $121 billion. order arrive on time important trips, travelers had allow 60 minutes make trip that takes 20 light While below its peak 2005, there only short-term cause celebration. Prior the economy slowing, just 5 years ago, much higher than decade ago; these conditions return as improves. show solutions being pursued aggressively enough. most effective reduction strategy, however, where agency actions complemented efforts businesses, manufacturers, commuters travelers. There no rigid prescription “best way”—each region must identify projects, programs policies achieve goals, solve problems capitalize opportunities.