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Buses are the primary mode of transportation for city dwellers. However, due to urban traffic congestion, bus travel often becomes unpredictable and time-consuming. A journey that should take 30 minutes can stretch into over an hour during morning and evening rush hours, causing a significant waste of time and creating frustration among passengers. This has led many people to abandon public transport in favor of driving their own cars.
In Hong Kong, the bus sharing rate is as high as 89%, while in the UK and France it ranges from 76% to 80%. These numbers are much higher than those in some domestic cities. The contradiction between public transport and private car use continues to worsen. On one hand, bus riders give up due to long wait times caused by congestion. On the other hand, the increasing number of private vehicles makes roads even more crowded, creating a vicious cycle where congestion remains unsolved.
To break this loop, it's essential to encourage private car owners to switch to buses and simultaneously improve the efficiency and reliability of public transportation services.
A solid foundation lies in smart signals and road networks. According to Qu Guoqing, General Manager of Qingdao Jiaoyun Warm Bus Company, smart buses and integrated transportation systems are the key. In Singapore, for example, transportation resources are centralized under a single authority, enabling real-time data integration. This includes traffic light information, vehicle data, and bus operations, all processed through cloud computing to optimize signal timing and manage traffic flow effectively.
"Singapore has already implemented such a system," said Qu. "It’s not a technological challenge but more about coordination and data integration. By transmitting road, traffic light, and bus data to the cloud, we can calculate optimal control strategies and manage city traffic efficiently."
At the enterprise level, improving hardware intelligence is crucial. Qingdao Warm Bus has been expanding its fleet and integrating smart technologies like data transmission, voice, video, and 3G connectivity to enhance security, scheduling, and operational efficiency. For instance, the dispatch center now uses digital commands instead of phone calls, allowing for faster and more accurate service.
In the High-Tech Zone, pilot projects for autonomous buses are underway, reducing labor costs and increasing accuracy. These innovations show the potential of intelligent public transport systems.
Urban planning also plays a vital role in avoiding past mistakes. In Qingdao’s High-Tech Zone, a three-dimensional traffic plan has been developed, featuring wide roads and dedicated bus hubs. A 200-mu area has been reserved for a multi-modal transportation hub, aiming to streamline transfers and reduce redundancy in bus routes.
This model aims to be replicated in newly developed areas, ensuring that traffic prioritization is based on population needs. By learning from past challenges, Qingdao is working toward a smarter, more efficient public transportation system that can effectively address urban congestion.