Wiener VerkehrsRevolution: New measures for more mobility and security!
Wiener VerkehrsRevolution: New measures for more mobility and security!
In Vienna there are exciting news for everyone who rely on public transport. The city recently introduced measures to make the use of the Viennese lines more pleasant and efficient. This initiative includes stricter regulations for incorrectly parked vehicles that not only affect parking on the tracks: In the future, fines of 365 euros will be due if parking offices hinder the operation of public transport. Because as is already known, smooth traffic is particularly disturbed by incorrectly parked cars .
A positive development can already be seen in the statistics: In 2020, 363 parking offices were recorded in the 18th district of Währing, while in 2024 this value could be reduced to 210. This shows that the new regulation apparently has an effect and that awareness of the need for flowing traffic increases. In addition, the city has also targeted Camillo-Sitte-Gasse in the 15th district: a reconstruction is implemented here that not only creates new traffic regulations, but also green areas. The traffic safety and the attractiveness of the area, where 500 m² sealed areas are converted into green areas, benefit from the conversion, supplemented by plantings and seating for passers -by.
Optimal traffic flow in focus
Another step to improve public transport is the adaptation of the light signal systems in the city. There are currently around 1,300 traffic lights in Vienna, of which 1,050 of which are given priority for the Viennese lines. In the past twelve months, over 40 traffic lights have been reprogrammed for the needs of public transport, which should not only save time but also nerves. An example of this is the extension of the green phase for tram lines 46 and 49 by five seconds - a small but fine improvement that could pay off daily .
In addition to improving the traffic light systems, Wiener Linien recently recorded the regular passenger operation on the U2 main route. After an intensive preparation phase, it is now observed how well the automatic platform doors and train doors interact with passengers. In order to ensure a smooth process, additional staff will be used in the first few weeks, especially in the technical and service areas .Mobility turnaround and modern planning approaches
not only Vienna, but also in terms of national politics, mobility is put on new legs. The Federal Ministry of Digital and Traffic is pursuing the goal of promoting sustainable city and traffic planning with the Mfund innovation initiative. The focus is on alternative means of transport and the reduction in motorized private transport. A sustainable and future -oriented approach that is also important for Viennese transport policy .
To advance the change in mobility, precise data is essential. Projects such as Namix should help to evaluate the sustainability of mobility in the urban area - and with the help of indicators such as bicycle friendliness. The aim is to equip cities with tools to improve their mobility scenarios so that they can meet the requirements of a modern society.
Vienna is therefore actively positioning itself in the area of the mobility transition. It remains exciting to see how these measures will affect the everyday life of the Viennese:
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