As a leader in transportation technology, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) operates world-class facilities that play a vital role in the state’s transportation infrastructure. A few of FDOT’s world-class facilities include SunTrax, the Traffic Engineering Research Lab (TERL), and Regional Transportation Management Centers (RTMCs). SunTrax is FDOT’s state-of-the-art facility for testing autonomous vehicles and smart mobility technologies in a controlled environment. TERL certifies traffic control devices for safety and innovation, and RTMCs monitor real-time traffic to manage congestion, incidents, and emergency response on Florida’s roadways.
World-Class Transportation Technology Facilities
From collaboration on smart infrastructure projects and certification of products for use in Florida to access to cutting-edge testing facilities and market expansion, there are numerous benefits to partnering with FDOT in the transportation technology space.
SunTrax
SunTrax is a state-of-the-art testing, research, and development facility that positions FDOT and Florida at the forefront of intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and innovation. It was created to develop and test emerging technologies to improve safety and advance the future of transportation.
Traffic Engineering Research Lab (TERL)
The Traffic Engineering Research Lab (TERL), within the State Traffic Engineering and Operations Office, is helping shape the future of Florida’s transportation infrastructure by upholding high standards while actively supporting new and emerging technologies and innovation.
Regional Transportation Management Centers (RTMC)
FDOT’s Regional Transportation Management Centers (RTMCs) are the operational hubs for managing traffic and disseminating information to Florida’s traveling public across the state’s roadways.