Network-wide emission effects of cooperative adaptive cruise control with signal control at intersections

Abstract

In the present paper, we report the findings from our initial analysis on the relationship of the penetration rate of vehicles with Cooperative Adaptive Cruise Control (CACC) and three flow performances regarding congestion and emissions in two test networks, which have different levels of complexity and different traffic control strategies. Our analysis shows that the possible effects of CACC on environment and traffic in near future is distinguishable. We further discuss the compatibility of existing urban traffic control management strategies with the CACC.