What is ITS?

ITS improves transportation safety and mobility and enhances productivity through the use of advanced communications technologies. Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) encompass a broad range of wireless and wire line communications-based information and electronics technologies. When integrated into the transportation system's infrastructure, and in vehicles themselves, these technologies relieve congestion, improve safety and enhance American productivity. ITS is made up of 16 types of technology based systems. These systems are divided into intelligent infrastructure systems and intelligent vehicle systems. Arterial Management Freeway Management Transit Management Incident Management Emergency Management Electronic Payment Traveler Information Information Management Crash Prevention and Safety Roadway Operations and Maintenance Road Weather Management Commercial Vehicle Operations Intermodal Freight Intelligent Vehicles Collision Avoidance Systems Collision Notification Systems Driver Assistance Systems