Reader Response Draft 4
According to a blog post titled, “Smart Road Technology: Digital Highways of The Future” (2020), roads are usually neglected in discussions about the digital transformation of transportation. Safety, efficiency and sustainability can be improved by upgrading roads with Smart Road Technology (SRT). SRT enhances visibility, generates energy and allows communication between vehicles, improving driver’s experience on roads. The blog post also describes innovations such as solar powered roadways, weather and traffic detection help to boost safety and road efficiency. Glow in the dark roads and interactive lights will aid in visibility while supporting sustainability. Smart roads and electric priority lanes allow electric vehicle charging on the road and vehicle communication. The blog post states that governments and transport authorities understand the importance of adopting SRT. While the development of these innovations at scale can be expensive, leaders can initiate smaller scale projec...