Tag Archives: traffic congestion

Cutting stop-go traffic – AI or E Streets?

Posted on 27th January 2026 by Martin Cassini

Just saw this. How Google develops AI To make sure we build tools that make the world better for everyone, we developed a set of AI principles in 2018. These principles describe our goals to develop bold technology that can … Continue reading →

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Highways to Hell

Posted on 14th January 2026 by Martin Cassini

This was a programme on Radio 4 on 4 Jan 2026, produced by Jonathan Brunert. Like every other BBC programme I’ve seen or heard about traffic congestion, it missed the point – that the main cause of congestion (and “accidents”!) … Continue reading →

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Dereliction of duty?

Posted on 11th October 2020 by Martin Cassini

If the aim of Devon Highways is to increase congestion in Barnstaple and elsewhere, then Cabinet Member for Highways Management, Stuart Hughes, is to be congratulated. If, however, the aim is to reduce congestion and improve air quality, then he … Continue reading →

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Traffic control causes congestion

Posted on 18th June 2012 by Martin Cassini

Monmouth. A40 southbound approaching the A466 (Wye Valley/Tintern Abbey route). Got caught there in diabolical congestion five years ago. Heading north to Ross-on-Wye last Friday, we saw the same half-mile 3-lane tailback and were reminded of it. Luckily we returned early Sunday … Continue reading →

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