Be Prepared for Roadway Dangers During Tropical Storm Francine
We aim to help you navigate around flood waters, stay safe on the road, and make sure you know how to request no-cost towing on a freeway.
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Aug 27
Navigate Your Way: Enjoy More Options with ConnectSmart!
You can drive with Google Maps, Waze, or Apple Maps within ConnectSmart and take advantage of Houston-only ConnectSmart app features...
Aug 16
Get Ready for the “Back to School” Season with ConnectSmart’s School Zone Alerts!
As you enter an active school zone, the app alerts you of the area and the change in speed limit.
Jun 28
Claim Your $10 Uber Voucher from Houston ConnectSmart for a Safe 4th of July Weekend!
As Independence Day approaches, TxDOT Houston is encouraging residents to “Be Responsible. Ride, Don’t Drive” to your events 4th of July...
May 23
Take Your Trip Hands Free with CarPlay & Android Auto!
Connect your phone, launch the ConnectSmart app, enter your destination, and your car’s screen transforms into a smart navigation hub.
Apr 17
ConnectSmart Participates in Rice University’s Earth Month Kick-Off Festival
ConnectSmart joined other booths on April 1st to engage with Rice Owls and show the ways the transportation app can help them commute.
Feb 22
Ride Responsibly with a $20 Uber Voucher from ConnectSmart!
The voucher can be used towards an Uber ride to or from the NRG Park area between February 22nd and March 18th, compliments of ConnectSmart.
Jan 17
ConnectSmart Celebrates a Memorable 2023
By using the app’s features, our 21,000 (and growing!) users have not only improved their and others’ every day travel around town, but...
Nov 20, 2023
Houston ConnectSmart Wins Francis B. Francois Award for Innovation
Winner of 2023 Francis B. Francois Award for Innovation in recognition of the groundbreaking Houston ConnectSmart mobility program and app.
Nov 7, 2023
ConnectSmart Celebrates First Anniversary at the State of TxDOT Event
On October 24th, ConnectSmart was a proud partner of Transportation Advocacy Group at their annual State of TxDOT event at the JW Marriott.
Sep 18, 2023
Navigate Confidently: Real-Time Roadway and Transit Alerts with ConnectSmart
Whether you drive or take transit, you’re going to love the updates to ConnectSmart’s Trip Planner! While planning your trip, you’ll now...
Jul 21, 2023
Free Emergency Roadside Assistance with ConnectSmart
Having car trouble? You can request no-cost emergency roadside service (available on eligible roadways) right from the ConnectSmart app.
Jun 23, 2023
How to Avoid Dangerous Roadway Floods with ConnectSmart
Our pre-trip flooding alerts warn you of potential flooding along your route before you leave for an upcoming trip.
May 26, 2023
Safety First! Explore ConnectSmart’s Essential Houston-Only Features
You can learn more about the many Houston-area safety features that you can ONLY get with ConnectSmart, like school zone & flood alerts.
Jan 11, 2023
Metropia and Applied Information Collaboration Enhances Safety in School Zones
Users of ConnectSmart entering an active school zone will receive an audio speed alert if they are driving above the designated speed limit
Nov 11, 2022
Join ConnectSmart to Save Lives and End Daily Road Fatalities
Today, the makers of Houston’s ConnectSmart app made a promise: For every trip a user takes in the ConnectSmart app from now through the...
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