Vanpool Growth Vanpools are becoming a more popular way to commute in Northern Virginia. OmniRide’s Vanpool Alliance program has more than 600 vans registered and in use with its program. The majority of the vans use the Interstate 95/395 corridor, ferrying commuters to and from their offices in Washington, D.C., and Arlington. However, new E-ZPass […]
By the time heavy construction begins on the $2.3 billion widening of Interstate 66 outside the Capital Beltway next year, commuters in western Prince William County will be able to sign up and pay for van-pool services through a smartphone app. Others will be able to tap their phones to summon a ride to a […]
DPRT This program provides a one-stop online resource for businesses to start or expand a formal teleworking program. By allowing employees to perform some or all of their duties from home, companies can help reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and create a flexible and competitive workplace. Many businesses experience bottom line benefits from a […]
HOV Virginia has 113 miles of freeway HOV lanes, with 73 miles in Northern Virginia, and 40 miles in the Norfolk/Hampton Roads area. High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes are highway lanes that are restricted to vehicles with a certain number of persons, for instance, an HOV-3 lane would be restricted to vehicles that have at least […]
