Inside The Lane featuring Automotus

**Episode Overview** In this episode of **Inside The Lane**, Leigh Thomas sits down with **Jordan Justus, Co-Founder and CEO of Automotus**, to discuss how curb management is changing as cities, airports, delivery services, rideshare companies, and autonomous vehicles compete for limited curb space. Jordan explains how Automotus uses cameras, computer vision, and automated curb management tools to help cities and airports better understand activity at the curb, reduce traffic, improve access, and enforce policies more effectively. From airport congestion to commercial loading zones and bus terminals, the conversation shows how curb management is becoming a critical part of the transportation experience. **Why This Matters** The curb is no longer used primarily for traditional parking. Delivery drivers, rideshare vehicles, commercial fleets, buses, autonomous vehicles, and private drivers are all competing for the same space. Cities and airports need better tools to understand that demand and create policies that improve safety, traffic flow, and access. **What You’ll Learn** - How Automotus uses computer vision to manage curb activity <!--THE END--> - Why changing transportation habits are creating new curb challenges <!--THE END--> - How automated curb management can reduce congestion at airports <!--THE END--> - Why successful curb programs require both technology and strong policy **Key Takeaways** - The curb has become one of transportation’s most contested spaces <!--THE END--> - Technology can help cities understand and manage short-term commercial activity <!--THE END--> - Better curb management can improve traffic flow and customer experience <!--THE END--> - Effective programs must adapt to local policies, users, and stakeholders **Episode Breakdown** **00:33** Introducing Jordan Justus and Automotus **01:30** How Automotus began **02:45** Why curb demand has changed **03:20** Automating curb payment and enforcement **04:25** Solving airport congestion **06:45** Adapting technology to customer needs **07:30** Philadelphia’s smart loading zone program **09:00** CurbPass and intercity bus management **09:55** Building a smart curb program in Miami **11:00** Who can benefit from Automotus **About the Guest** **Jordan Justus** Co-Founder and CEO of Automotus. Jordan and his team work with cities and airports to improve curb management through computer vision, automated payment and enforcement, and policy-driven technology designed to reduce congestion and improve access. **About the Host** **Leigh Thomas** Project Manager at TPN Consulting with a background in mathematics, data analysis, and operational performance. She co-hosts *Our Parking Industry Podcast* and conversations focused on improving the parking industry through better information and resources. **Listen & Follow** Catch the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. **Connect with TPN Consulting** Visit: https://www.parkingnetwork.com Follow TPN on LinkedIn and Instagram for industry insights, podcast updates, and more.