The main objectives of this study are to: 1) systematically classify new transit technologies and their impacts, 2) use the classification structure for exploring availability of new transit technologies, and 3) introduce technology developers to the California Advanced Public Transportation System (CAPTS) program. A structure is developed and applied for investigating the availability of new technologies in the market. The classification structure is based on a conceptualization of how technology attributes and technology performance will impact travelers and operators. After developing a taxonomy for classification of new transit technologies, survey research is used to explore the commercial availability of technologies.

his report presents the findings of a comprehensive evaluation of the freeway service patrol (FSP) program on specific freeway section in the San Francisco Bay Area. The study methodology consisted of determining the savings in incident delay and other performance measures "before" and " after" the implementation of FSP based on field data and improved analysis procedures. Data were collected during the peak periods on a mile section of the I-880 freeway in the City of Hayward, Alameda County. Software was developed to process the field data and create a computerized database. Benefits of the FSP are discussed, along with suggestions for accurately assessing the effectiveness of incident management programs.