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Rapid Interstate Transit Pods

The 'P-trak' Rapid Transit Concept Uses the Existing Highway System

— December 8, 2017 — Art & Design
Personal transportation solutions such as the automobile have grown immensely in popularity and are now seeing something of a decline as consumers ditch cars to live in cities, so new options like the 'P-trak' are being designed.

Conceptually created as a personal rapid transit solution, the pods would allow up to 20 passengers to travel within them on the existing US interstate highway system between cities or in areas where public transportation is limited. This would alleviate stress for consumers to own vehicles and put a focus on autonomous public transportation to keep people moving.

The 'P-trak' transit pod concept is the design work of Tara C Sriram and identifies how to keep transportation companies like Amtrak relevant as demand for public transport increases.
Trend Themes
1. Personal Rapid Transit - The 'P-trak' concept presents an opportunity for personal rapid transit, offering a convenient alternative to traditional modes of transportation.
2. Autonomous Public Transportation - The 'P-trak' highlights the potential for autonomous public transportation systems, reducing the need for individual vehicle ownership.
3. Interstate Highway System Utilization - The 'P-trak' taps into the existing US interstate highway system, providing a creative solution to improve transportation between cities and areas with limited public transportation options.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - The transportation industry can explore personal rapid transit solutions like the 'P-trak' to revolutionize the way people travel and reduce congestion on roads.
2. Automotive - The automotive industry can embrace the concept of autonomous public transportation highlighted by the 'P-trak' and integrate it into their future mobility strategies.
3. Technology - The technology industry has a role in developing the necessary infrastructure and software to support autonomous public transportation systems like the 'P-trak'.
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