This project provides an in-depth assessment of market-available connected vehicle data in border crossing time estimation. Given the project’s findings, these data can be a potential and promising data source for monitoring border crossing times, especially as sample penetration rates improve.

TTI researchers evaluated contact-tracing apps, a commonly used practice to slow down the spread of COVID-19, with a focus on the El Paso-Juarez region. Taking advantage of mobile technology is expected to help in transitioning back to daily life while managing the risk of future outbreaks.

by Okan Gurbuz Restricting travel has proven vital to stemming the tide of the COVID-19 pandemic, especially early on. Less human contact in tight spaces means less exposure to the virus—that’s a given.