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Originally posted by: Tagtraum99 ...I'm using the NAM, is this what you are refering to as the Maxis traffic sim? Any idea about which version of the NAM I should use, if I still want some PT in play? quote> No, by Maxis traffic I meant the original, unmodded rush hour traffic sim (The one where sims remember their route, but are still retarded enough to choose a congested street over a good avenue 3 tiles away ) Hmmm... which version... there're about 6 to choose from, I haven't tried anything but the Z with low capacity so far and I'm quite content with it. I'd suggest reading the NAM Documentation, it details the stuff in much better detail then I can ever hope to do. The Doc. comes with the NAM package, look for it in your ...\My Documents\Simcity 4\Plugins\Nam folder since you already installed it. EDIT: The NAM consists of several parts, like: The traffic simulators; (most important) Network puzzle pices; Overpasses; etc. I think it's possible to install the package without a mod traffic sim if you don't select one at all at install time. Which one did you choose? You're asking about the Z sim but didn't say what you're using now. I'm asking this because you're saying Commuter Shuttle has no effect and it reminded me of not-so-long-ago when I played without NAM.

Originally posted by: Tagtraum99 ...Exclusively middle and upper class sims. They have a great subway network with stations right by their buildings... but they want to drive everywhere... quote> Hi Tagtraum! Sadly I don't have much experience with high-wealth sims, but I have some with traffic in general. So here's what I think: You're still using the original Maxis traffic sim. right? If so, sims will take the most direct path to work and will hardly use any track-based transit, especially if they'd have to walk in a different direction than their job to get to the station... Furthermore I get rediculous commute times and am getting 'no job' zots.... quote> ...If this causes clogged roads, then the zots appear unfortunately. Also, though you probably know this, one has to make sure there are return trips available, which can be tricky around avenues and one-ways. As for R$$$ - according to the manual - 80% of them will want to use their cars no matter what. I heard that this can be negated with the Commuter Shuttle, and placing Tollboths, and Parking Garages near mass transit (but I'm not sure myself). I know playing with the traffic simulator (Z) is an option. What setting should I use to strike a nice balance between driving and public transit? No LA for me please. ;-) Thanks much! quote> Yes, the Z-sim is good. it has 4 versions by network capacity; use a lower capacity if you want more mass transit usage and higher if you want to rely more on the road network or have MASSES of high-rises. There's also a peculiar thing about the Z-sim, and that's that it shows traffic congestion differently than the original... takes some time getting used to (I use the Traffic Volume data view to pinpoint higher-than-good road usage) And, bus traffic now counts toward congestion and sims will use less bus when there's no rail/sub/etc. available. P.S.: What is 'LA'?

Hi (again)! To SusannaG: I'll try to answer your question, but I'm ***** yet, so forgive me if I mess up this post... You probably got a CFM when you right-clicked the link and "save link as..."-ed. Instead, left-click the link, wait for the grayscale image to appear in the window and "right-click & save" on the image itself. Also see this omnibus page for more info if you need it.

Hi! This is a very useful thread, glad I read this first! Thanks guys! (*adding bookmark*)