# Predictive Traffic Apps The EnLighten App Predicts the Patterns of the Traffic Light System By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-08-08 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traffic-light-system References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/transport/bmws-to-use-enlighten-smartphone-app-to-predict-traffic-light-patterns.php) & [connectedsignals](http://connectedsignals.com/enlighten.php) Getting frequently stopped by traffic light systems on the road can be a real nuisance to drivers, but a new app gives drivers an estimate of how long a wait they will be in for. Through the EnLighten app developed by Connected Signals, drivers in participating cities will have the chance to get a prediction on how long it is before the light goes from red to green. Although the app doesn't help any with speeding up [slow traffic light systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traffic-light-bench), it does give drivers additional peace of mind with a countdown to watch. New [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-x-airconsole) models are set to include this technology as part of the [dashboard console displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-dashboard-app), making it a feature that will be easily accessible through BMW apps. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Predictive Traffic Apps:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced predictive algorithms to accurately estimate wait times at traffic lights. - **Connected Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate traffic light prediction technology into connected vehicle systems to optimize driving experiences and improve traffic flow. - **Smart City Infrastructure:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Upgrade traffic light systems with sensors and connectivity to enable real-time data sharing and predictive traffic management. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop partnerships with car manufacturers to integrate predictive traffic apps and technologies into vehicle systems. - **Smart Mobility:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with smart mobility companies to incorporate predictive traffic apps into their platforms and services. - **Urban Planning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Work with urban planning authorities to implement smart city technologies that optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Assisted Urban Traffic Management](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-traffic-management.md) - [AI-Powered Signage Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parky-ai.md) - [IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traffic-beacon-concept.md) - [AI-Powered Driving Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-driving-app.md) - [AI-Powered Mobility Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-mobility-platform.md) - [Updated Map-Navigation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-app-1.md) - [AI Parking Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parkyai.md) - [Traffic Light-Inspired Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traffic-light-bench.md) - [Connected In-Car Gaming Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-x-airconsole.md)