• Technological Solutions: Real-time data and advanced technologies are frequently used to enhance efficiency and reduce delivery times in traffic management. Integration of Freight Needs with Land Use Pattern A key theme in the documents is the integration of freight needs with land use planning: • Freight-Generating Land Use: Planning for freight-intensive areas is essential for managing future demand and verifying transportation networks, according to the FHWA Freight and Land Use Travel Demand Evaluation. Addressing Future Truck Demand and Innovation in Methodologies In the literature, an emphasis is placed on preparing for future truck demand and exploring innovative solutions: • Enhanced Freight Trip Generation Models: Freight activity forecasting and planning are essential using the models discussed in the NCHRP and NCFRP reports. • Infrastructure Investment Needs: In order to accommodate the projected growth in freight tonnage by 2050, the FHWA Freight Analysis Framework Commodity Flow Forecast Study recommends investing in infrastructure.
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