Avego is now actively seeking partners with whom to launch Shared Transport pilots in the United States.
The pilots, which are eligible for funding under a new Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) scheme, are intended to demonstrate the potential for Avego Shared Transport to reduce traffic congestion and expand affordable commuting options in a busy urban environment.
On August 5th, the FHWA issued a solicitation for states and local government partners to participate in its Value Pricing Pilot (VPP) program. Federal funding is available for innovative, non-tolling pricing programs, including dynamic ridesharing projects like Shared Transport. Formal applications are due on November 3. However, the FHWA is willing to provide feedback on draft proposals submitted by September 21.
“The Federal Highway Administration recognizes the urgent need to reduce the number of single-occupant vehicles on our road,” said Sean O’Sullivan, Avego’s Managing Director. “This new funding opportunity will make it possible for us to work with partners to make Shared Transport a convenient and daily reality for a critical mass of users in American cities.“
A full copy of the FHWA notice is available here.
Any interested parties should contact us or visit our booth (No. 114) at the 2009 ACT International Conference in Washington DC from August 30th to September 2nd.