What is an ART dedicated lane?
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It is the Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit system, abbreviated as ART, with the Chinese name abbreviated as Zhigui (Smart Rail). It is a brand-new transportation product. Below is relevant information: Maximum speed: The top speed is 70 kilometers per hour. Trains operating on the Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit system achieve zero emissions and are pollution-free. This transportation mode uses intelligent tracks, which are invisible to the naked eye, but the tracks do exist. It can significantly alleviate traffic pressure, and other vehicles need to yield. Notes: Motor vehicles on the road must comply with the Road Traffic Safety Law. It is essential to clearly identify dedicated lanes such as bus lanes and other types of lanes on the road. Never drive in non-designated lanes, as this can cause traffic congestion and is considered a violation of traffic laws, subject to penalties.
The ART dedicated lane is a passage specifically designated for the Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit system, somewhat resembling a mini subway track on the ground. I saw it firsthand during my last trip to Chengdu—blue lanes marked with double dashed rail indicators. Regular private cars driving on it would be captured by traffic cameras. Its advantage lies in achieving rail transit efficiency without the need for tunneling, operating like buses with scheduled departures but with higher capacity. However, it's important to note that at intersections, other vehicles must change lanes in advance to yield, as ART trains have much longer bodies and larger turning radii compared to regular buses.
