Improvements include Managed Lanes on Highway 401
- Manages traffic congestion with Managed Lanes by handling growth in demand and giving priority to buses and transit riders
- A single bus can replace 57 cars
- Provides driver benefits by making carpooling more cost effective and reliable which helps commuters arrive on time, save money and reduce stress by sharing driving with others
- Reduces exhaust emissions by supporting use of electric vehicles
Part of an ongoing managed lanes implementation effort along Highway 401 to connect the Waterloo Region to the Greater Toronto Area.
Example of a Managed Lane Cross Section.