Increased security
With 5G, public transport companies can implement advanced safety systems to prevent accidents and other incidents. This could mean, for example, equipping vehicles with advanced sensors to track the location and movement of other vehicles on the road, reducing the risk of accidents.
Also, 5G connectivity allows cameras inside and outside the vehicles to transmit live and recorded HD video footage to headquarters or stations. These images not only help reduce incidents on the road, but can also help with the validity of accident reports. IoT sensors on board can also count the number of passengers boarding and disembarking, which can provide life-saving data for first responders in an emergency.
More efficient vehicles
5G can be used to improve vehicle efficiency through smart technologies. By equipping vehicles with sensors and advanced analytics systems, public transportation companies can monitor and optimize vehicle performance. For example, this can reduce the energy consumption of trains, lowering costs and reducing environmental impact. But telematics data such as tire pressure, temperature, oil volume and even driving behavior (sharp turns or hard braking) can also be monitored remotely via a wireless broadband connection.
In short, the introduction of 5G networks in public transportation offers numerous opportunities to improve customer experience and increase system efficiency. By investing in 5G technologies, public transport companies can expand and improve their services.