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Getting around shouldn’t be a privilege tied to where you live. But in many rural and peri-urban areas, access to public transport remains a real challenge. Infrequent departures, long travel times, and poor coverage mean that private vehicles are often the only realistic option. For many, especially the elderly, young people, and those with disabilities, this lack of reliable transport can be isolating. Limiting not just access to jobs or education, but also to social activities and essential services.

Closing the Rural Mobility Gap: How Nemi’s DIGITAL BUS Is Making Public Transport Smarter, and More Inclusive

El transporte público es una parte esencial de la vida urbana, ofreciendo numerosos beneficios a individuos y comunidades. Aquí hay cinco datos impactantes sobre el transporte público, con un enfoque en América Latina:

5 Datos Impactantes Sobre el Transporte Público en América Latina

Public transport is an essential part of urban life, offering numerous benefits to individuals and communities. Here are five striking facts about public transport, with a focus on Latin America:

5 Striking Facts About Public Transport in Latin America

Brazil, like much of Central and South America, has significant challenges in meeting the mobility needs of citizens in rapidly growing urban areas. But help is at hand in the form of intelligent transport systems and smarter public transit.

Brazil’s battle with traffic congestion

Brasil, el país más grande de América Latina, no es ajeno a los desafíos de la movilidad urbana. Con megaciudades como São Paulo y Río de Janeiro, gestionar el tráfico y mantener en movimiento a millones de residentes de manera eficiente no es tarea fácil. Pero Brasil no se está rindiendo. Está implementando soluciones innovadoras en el transporte público, la movilidad verde e incluso en plataformas de transporte compartido para enfrentar estos retos de manera directa.

El reto de la movilidad urbana en Brasil: el tráfico en São Paulo y Río de Janeiro

Brazil, the largest country in Latin America, is no stranger to the challenges of urban mobility. With megacities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, managing traffic and keeping millions of residents moving efficiently is no small feat. But Brazil isn’t backing down. It’s rolling out innovative solutions across public transit, green transportation, and even ride-sharing platforms to take on these challenges head-on.

Brazil’s urban mobility challenge: Tackling traffic in São Paulo and Rio

Mexico, the second-largest economy in Latin America, is making impressive strides when it comes to mobility—especially in its vibrant capital, Mexico City. This metropolis, home to over 20 million people, is embracing a new era of sustainable and tech-savvy transportation solutions. With one of the most extensive metro systems in the region and a determined push toward greener alternatives, Mexico City is positioning itself as a model for the future of urban mobility in Latin America.

Mexico about mobility: A model for the future

Colombia’s second-largest city, Medellín, has been grabbing headlines for all the right reasons, especially when it comes to its innovative approach to urban mobility. Once a city known for its struggles, Medellín has transformed into a beacon of smart and sustainable city planning, earning global praise for its forward-thinking initiatives. And at the heart of this mobility revolution? The Metrocable—a cable car system that has reshaped the lives of thousands of residents by connecting Medellín’s hillside communities to the bustling city centre.

Colombia’s urban mobility revolution: From cable cars to green transport

Chile has been making impressive strides in urban mobility, and its capital, Santiago, is leading the charge. With a combination of cutting-edge public transportation and a deep commitment to sustainability, Santiago is setting a high bar for cities across Latin America. From one of the most modern metro systems in the region to a fleet of electric buses that’s among the largest in Latin America, Santiago is proving that forward-thinking cities can tackle congestion, pollution, and mobility challenges all at once.

Chile’s Urban Mobility Transformation: Leading the Way in Electric and Smart Transport

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Public transport

Closing the Rural Mobility Gap: How Nemi’s DIGITAL BUS Is Making Public Transport Smarter, and More Inclusive

5 Datos Impactantes Sobre el Transporte Público en América Latina

5 Striking Facts About Public Transport in Latin America

Brazil’s battle with traffic congestion

El reto de la movilidad urbana en Brasil: el tráfico en São Paulo y Río de Janeiro

Brazil’s urban mobility challenge: Tackling traffic in São Paulo and Rio

Mexico about mobility: A model for the future

Colombia’s urban mobility revolution: From cable cars to green transport

Chile’s Urban Mobility Transformation: Leading the Way in Electric and Smart Transport

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WORLD'S LEADING PLATFORMFOR TRAFFIC TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONALS

Public transport

Closing the Rural Mobility Gap: How Nemi’s DIGITAL BUS Is Making Public Transport Smarter, and More Inclusive

5 Datos Impactantes Sobre el Transporte Público en América Latina

5 Striking Facts About Public Transport in Latin America

Brazil’s battle with traffic congestion

El reto de la movilidad urbana en Brasil: el tráfico en São Paulo y Río de Janeiro

Brazil’s urban mobility challenge: Tackling traffic in São Paulo and Rio

Mexico about mobility: A model for the future

Colombia’s urban mobility revolution: From cable cars to green transport

Chile’s Urban Mobility Transformation: Leading the Way in Electric and Smart Transport

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