The I'm Stuck app allows people to share their commuting horror stories with the US Congress so they can advocate for investments in transportation. The traffic app was created by Building America's Future, a political coalition chaired by New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg, former Pennsylvania governor Edward Rendell and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. BAF is dedicated to investing in roads, and similar infrastructure.
Whether you're stuck in traffic on the freeway, stranded on an airport tarmac or waiting endlessly at a bus stop, the I'm Stuck App allows you to send a pre-written complaint to the appropriate US representative. The app creators have a national focus and see the on-the-ground complaints as a powerful lobbying tool.
Political Traffic Apps
The I'm Stuck App Lets Citizens Send Commuting Complaints to Congress
Trend Themes
1. Commute Complaint Platforms - There is an opportunity to create additional apps or online platforms that let citizens report commuting issues to their representatives for infrastructure funding.
2. Smart Transportation Solutions - Smart cities and businesses could create tools such as AI-powered traffic predictions, carpool matching, and shared transport solutions to alleviate overcrowding in urban areas.
3. Digital Advocacy Campaigns - Groups can leverage social media and digital marketing campaigns to create awareness about transportation infrastructure issues and inspire citizens to participate in advocating for change.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - The transportation industry is poised to benefit from increased investment in infrastructure as technology improvements create new opportunities to create more efficient systems.
2. Mobile App Development - The app development industry has room for more innovation in creating electronic systems and digital solutions that can help commuters report traffic issues and receive advisories on traffic trends.
3. Smart City Technology - Smart cities are using innovative solutions to create efficient transportation systems integrating AI and IoT solutions, and this trend will create further opportunity for innovation.