A recent study evaluated the effects on driving speed of automatic speed enforcement on the street network in Helsinki.  Installing automatic enforcement reduced speeding and in particular the proportion of excessive speeding. VTT Read more: nordicroads.com/speed-effects-…

Is it possible to reduce energy use, lower costs and raise quality when road transports, rail transports and maritime transports converge in ports? This is what researchers and doctoral students in the project MODIG are hoping to find out. Read more: nordicroads.com/more-effective…

The role of public transport within social and planetary boundaries. Claus Hedegaard Sørensen is a senior researcher at VTI and studies how public transport can provide more equal access to transport for all groups in society. nordicroads.com/the-role-of-pu…

In a recent Finnish study, the STYLE project—funded by the Strategic Research Council at the Academy of Finland—has provided valuable insights into the promotion of active transportation and physical activity as catalysts for sustainable growth. Read more nordicroads.com/promoting-acti…

Innovative bridge abutment connection developed at the University of Iceland promises to speed up construction and reduce traffic delays! This new "wet" socket wall technique could revolutionize accelerated bridge construction. Read more: nordicroads.com/building-bridg…

A new VTI & Folksam report raises a red flag on all-weather tyres for Swedish winters. On icy surfaces, the braking distances were 25-50 percent longer than for the Nordic reference tyre. nordicroads.com/not-roadworthy… #RoadSafety #Sweden #Tyres

Several European cities have introduced a general speed limit of 30 km/h in urban areas and the results so far show lower speed, compliance with the speed limit and fewer accidents. Read more: nordicroads.com/30-km-h-genera…

A study on Icelandic highland roads found a surge in non-native plants due to human activity and climate change. This poses a threat to Iceland's fragile ecosystems. Read more: nordicroads.com/icelands-highl…

Do longer trucks affect road safety? Trials of longer, heavier vehicles have shown that they can help reduce climate impact by increasing transport efficiency. Several ongoing projects examine how they affect transport safety. nordicroads.com/hct-do-longer-… #roadsafety #transport

Alcohol behind many accidents with e-scooters. A new report from VTI has examined accidents involving electric scooters in Sweden and developments in other European countries in recent years. Read more: nordicroads.com/alcohol-behind… #study #escooters #accident

As of July 2022, multiple ADAS have become mandatory for all new vehicle models within the EU. A Master’s thesis carried out at VTT has assessed the potential impact of these systems on traffic safety in the region. #vtt #adas #trafficsafety Read more: nordicroads.com/safety-impact-…

Green light for Sweden's new #innovation programme, Shift2Access. Backed by government funding, it's part of a 10-year initiative to drive resource-efficient, fossil-free, and inclusive solutions in urban planning and mobility. nordicroads.com/green-light-fo… #shift2access #vti

A new study from VTI highlights the significant microplastic emissions from worn road markings, estimated to be comparable to other major sources. Read the full article here: nordicroads.com/large-amounts-… #vti #emissions #climate #microplastic

The feasibility of C-ITS in the Nordic countries looks promising. Key successes include AI traffic solutions & positive driver responses to emergency warnings. Collaboration & long-term commitment are crucial for future progress. Read more: nordicroads.com/new-insights-o… #cits #ai

The draft of the European Common Evaluation Methodology (EU-CEM) for Connected Cooperative Automated Mobility (CCAM) is now available. It provides guidelines for planning and evaluating CCAM projects, ensuring high-quality evaluations. Read more: nordicroads.com/european-commo… #eu #ccam

New study evaluates traffic delays & travel times in Reykjavík. Significant delays during peak hours highlight the need for better infrastructure. Valuable insights for future projects under the Transport Treaty. nordicroads.com/evaluation-and… #TrafficDelays #Reykjavík #transportnews

New TØI research shows the high costs of traffic incidents and landslides on Norwegian roads. Faster notifications can cut delays and expenses. Better data use in cost-benefit analyses is crucial for road safety and traffic management. nordicroads.com/few-but-costly… #TrafficSafety

A study from VTT, Finland shows automated shuttle buses could slow trams in shared lanes. But with smart traffic management, these buses can help boost sustainable urban transport! Read more: nordicroads.com/effects-of-an-… #SmartCities #UrbanMobility #Automation #SustainableTransport

Free bus rides in Stavanger didn’t lead to lasting passenger growth, says a new TØI report. While factors like population growth and fuel costs boost Rogaland’s bus use, car ownership and lower tolls hold back demand. #PublicTransport #Rogaland nordicroads.com/free-bus-servi…

The the SuRuMo project is creating a digital platform for sustainable rural mobility! Focused on combining existing transport solutions, reducing environmental impact & improving accessibility for everyone – from kids to adults. Read more: nordicroads.com/digital-platfo… #EUproject #VTI