Transport & Traffic

20 words

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   public transport networknoun phrase/ˌpʌblɪk ˈtrænspɔːt ˈnɛtwɜːk/

   the system of buses, trains and other services that allow people to travel in a city or region

   “Improving the public transport network is a priority for reducing car dependency.”

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   electric vehiclenoun phrase/ɪˈlɛktrɪk vɪˈhiːk(ə)l/

   a car or other vehicle powered by electricity rather than petrol or diesel

   “Many cities are subsidising electric vehicles to improve air quality.”

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   transport hubnoun phrase/ˈtrænspɔːt hʌb/

   A place where different modes of transport meet so passengers can change between them.

   “The new transport hub connects suburban trains with local buses and taxis.”

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   autonomous vehiclenoun phrase/ɔːˈtɒnəməs vɪˈhiːkəl/

   a vehicle that can drive itself without a human driver

   “Many cities are running trials of autonomous vehicles on suburban roads.”

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   road networkcollocation/ˈrəʊd ˌnɛtwɜːk/

   The system of connected roads in a city, region, or country.

   “Improving the road network will cut travel times between towns.”

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   transport policynoun phrase/ˈtrænspɔːt ˈpɒlɪsi/

   a government's set of rules and plans that regulate and shape transport systems

   “A good transport policy can reduce congestion and improve air quality.”

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   low-emission zonenoun phrase/ˌləʊ ɪˈmɪʃ.ən zəʊn/

   An area where high-polluting vehicles are restricted to improve air quality.

   “The council introduced a low-emission zone in the city centre to cut nitrogen dioxide levels.”

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   driver fatiguecollocation/ˈdraɪvə fəˈtiːɡ/

   When a driver becomes very tired and less alert, increasing the chance of mistakes.

   “Many long-distance accidents are linked to driver fatigue.”

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   urban mobilitynoun phrase/ˈɜːbən məʊˈbɪlɪti/

   the ease and methods by which people move around in cities

   “Poor urban mobility increases commute times and reduces quality of life.”

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    bus rapid transitnoun phrase/bʌs ˌræpɪd ˈtrænzɪt/

    a high-capacity bus system with dedicated lanes and priority measures to provide fast, reliable service

    “The city introduced a bus rapid transit line along the main artery to cut commute times.”

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    multimodal transportnoun phrase/ˌmʌltiˈməʊd(ə)l ˈtrænspɔːt/

    transport that uses more than one mode (e.g. bus, train, bike) in a single journey

    “Improving connections between trains and buses supports multimodal transport.”

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    traffic-calming measuresnoun phrase/ˈtræf.ɪk ˈkɑːm.ɪŋ ˈmeʒ.əz/

    Physical changes or policies designed to reduce vehicle speed and improve safety on local roads.

    “The village installed traffic-calming measures, including speed bumps and narrower lanes.”

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    peak travel timenoun phrase/piːk ˈtrævəl taɪm/

    the time of day when the number of travellers is highest, e.g. morning or evening

    “Try to avoid travelling during peak travel time if you want a quicker journey.”

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    integrated ticketing systemnoun phrase

    A ticketing scheme that allows one ticket or card to be used across multiple transport modes and operators.

    “An integrated ticketing system enables passengers to use one card for buses, trains and trams.”

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    parking enforcementnoun phrase/ˈpɑːkɪŋ ɪnˈfɔːsmənt/

    the act of enforcing parking regulations, such as issuing fines or towing vehicles

    “Stricter parking enforcement has reduced illegal parking in the city centre.”

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    car-sharing schemenoun phrase/kɑːˈʃeərɪŋ skiːm/

    an organised service that allows people to use a car for short periods without owning it

    “Students often rely on a car-sharing scheme for weekend trips.”

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    last-mile connectionnoun phrase/ˌlɑːst ˈmaɪl kəˈnɛk.ʃən/

    The final part of a journey from a transport node to the traveller’s ultimate destination.

    “A shared shuttle improved last-mile connections between the station and the business park.”

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    freight transportnoun phrase/freɪt trænsˈpɔːt/

    the movement of goods by road, rail, sea or air

    “Efficient freight transport is key to a competitive export sector.”

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    modal shiftnoun phrase/ˈməʊ.dəl ʃɪft/

    A change in travel behaviour from one transport mode (often private cars) to another (public transport, cycling, walking).

    “Policies such as better bus services and safer cycling lanes can encourage a modal shift away from cars.”

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    parking permitnoun phrase/ˈpɑːkɪŋ pəˈmɪt/

    an official document allowing a vehicle to park in a specific area

    “Residents need a parking permit to leave a car on the street overnight.”