How can a vast state with an extensive highway network proactively identify and mitigate road hazards? How can real-time data be used to improve road maintenance and provide timely information to drivers? Seeking to enhance road safety and efficiency, the Department of Highways of Minas Gerais (DER-MG) partnered with Waze for Cities. Our collaboration helped the department achieve its key objectives to:

• Proactively identify and address dangerous highway areas.
• Utilize real-time data for targeted road maintenance and improvements.
• Provide drivers with timely information on traffic conditions and hazards.
• Improve overall highway safety and convenience.

They have developed a proactive system that anticipates and addresses potential hazards, ensuring safer and more efficient travel for all drivers.

Impact

By collaborating with Waze for Cities, DER-MG achieved significant improvements in highway safety and driver communication. To enhance the state’s highway network and protect its drivers, the department:

• Developed a new system that uses maps and real-time data to identify and address dangerous areas on highways, preventing potential accidents.
• Utilized Waze data to share real-time information with drivers about traffic jams, accidents, and other road conditions, enabling informed decision-making.
• Implemented targeted road maintenance and improvements based on identified hazards, improving overall highway safety.
• Enhanced driver convenience by providing up-to-date traffic and road condition information, reducing travel times and improving safety.