Italy Launches First AI‑Controlled Smart Highway on Tangenziale di Napoli

Italy has inaugurated a smart highway on the Tangenziale di Napoli. The road features AI‑driven traffic control systems. It also integrates vehicle‑to‑infrastructure (V2I) communication networks. The project is described as the first of its kind globally. The AI system monitors traffic flow and adjusts signals in real time. V2I networks enable vehicles to receive data from road infrastructure. The development aims to improve safety and reduce congestion. Nomad Lawyer highlighted the regulatory implications of the technology. The initiative reflects Italy's push toward intelligent transport solutions. Further rollout plans were not detailed in the report.