The rise of car ownership in Beijing and elsewhere around China in conjunction with rising pollution levels has increased the need for modern solutions like this straddling bus concept called the Elevated Transit Bus.
Instead of requiring a separate track or road to travel on, the Elevated Transit Bus would glide overtop of roads, past traffic, to provide riders with a way to beat congestion. The Elevated Transit Bus would operate on a track that could be installed onto the sides of roads and is the work of Beijing-based company Transit Explore Bus.
The straddling bus would be able to glide overtop of two lanes of traffic from two meters above and travel up to 60km/h with up to 1,400 passengers.
Road-Straddling Buses
The Elevated Transit Bus Would Glide Overtop of Beijing Traffic Jams
Trend Themes
1. Car Ownership - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating alternative transportation solutions to reduce dependence on personal cars.
2. Traffic Congestion - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing elevated transit systems to alleviate traffic congestion in crowded urban areas.
3. Sustainable Transportation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing eco-friendly modes of transportation to combat rising pollution levels.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating advanced technologies to create more efficient and sustainable vehicles.
2. Urban Planning - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implementing innovative transportation solutions to optimize urban infrastructure and reduce congestion.
3. Public Transportation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing high-capacity, efficient, and environmentally friendly public transit systems.