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Application #5:
D-RIDE
•Dynamic Ridesharing
•Problem Addressed:
–Logistical constraints of traditional carpooling (e.g., long-term commitments, fixed schedules, and communication difficulties) prevent ridesharing from realizing its full potential
•Description
–Leverage in-vehicle and hand-held devices to allow ride-matching
–Integrate carpooling functions into vehicle computer and displays, use voice activated ridesharing technology to reduce distraction effects
–Vehicle-data integration utilized by HOV/HOT enforcement agencies to verify vehicle occupancy
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