Traffic Reporting

Traffic reporting is the near real-time distribution of information about road conditions such as traffic congestion, detours, and traffic accidents, generally as part of a radio or television broadcast program or as a mobile or automotive application. The reports help drivers anticipate and avoid traffic problems. Many reports mention alternate travel routes to avoid the traffic problems. In addition to periodic reports, live traffic status information became common in the early 21st century with traffic congestion maps available by personal computer, mobile device, luxury automobile and GPS units.

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