Automated tracking and dispatch systems to improve the productivity of commercial and public transport fleets, and to reduce congestion. Traffic signal, speed, lane and ramp control systems to help alleviate congestion and improve road safety. Extended use of common payment systems such as the Octopus card. The quality of life in Hong Kong is directly related to the quality of the environment. On the transport front, air pollution and noise pollution are the two major concerns.
Various measures can mitigate the environmental impact of transport activities.
Further tightening of vehicle emission controls. Using alternative fuel vehicles, which includes the mandatory use of LPG for all new taxis registered from 2001 and LPG for public light buses subject to a successful trial scheme. Implementing noise reduction measures in all new highway projects and, where possible, retrofitting existing highways with low-noise road surfaces and noise barriers. Other possible measures include strengthening vehicle inspection and maintenance programmes, strengthening vehicle pollution control enforcement, and introducing additional vehicle restraint measures such as by Electronic Road Pricing if needed. Exploring the feasibility of introducing trolley buses to Hong Kong.