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How can Bus Signal Priority system develop reliability and ridership?

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According to a study by Rutgers University, public transportation can be unlocked anywhere from $1.4 million to $1.9 billion per year in value, depending on the city's size. Riders now don't need to buy a second vehicle which can help in saving nearly $10,000 per year. Commutes tend to be shorter in many major cities, and public transit options are increasing the supply of potential workers. Buses also discharge far less nitrogen oxide, carbon dioxide, and hydrocarbons, helping the cities meet their environmental goals. The problem is that public transportation could be more trustworthy. According to a study, many surveyed riders said they had lessened their use of public transportation mainly because of unreliability.  Let's look at how Bus signal priority can help improve the reliability of public transportation systems, ultimately increasing ridership and the benefits that public transportation promises. Bus Signal Priority   Systems: Priority, preemption, and techno