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Miovision launches AI traffic studies platform for agencies

Agencies could cut manual reporting and speed up road decisions as the new system links temporary studies with permanent intersection data.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

Software-as-a-Service

Miovision launches traffic signal retiming platform

Cities could cut costly signal timing work by half as Miovision combines analysis, plan design and remote deployment in one workflow.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd May 2026

Robotics

Toronto researchers race to make autonomous cars snow-ready

Researchers say better data and sensors are needed before self-driving cars can cope with Toronto's snowy roads and lane-less winters.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Wed, 20th May 2026

Software-as-a-Service

Miovision launches Mateo AI agent for traffic engineering

Traffic departments could cut investigation work by up to 95 per cent as the new tool queries fragmented network data in plain English.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Apr 2026

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Road Safety

Verra Mobility brings crash prevention with Red Light Delay

Road authorities may get a new tool against deadly T-bone crashes as the system briefly holds cross traffic when a violation seems likely.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Internet of Things

Viasat demonstrates satellite voice in BMW vehicle

Drivers in remote areas could soon stay connected as satellite voice and messaging move into BMW's built-in infotainment system.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

Network Infrastructure

Transatel joins 5GAA in push for connected mobility

Connected cars are becoming core infrastructure for updates and safety, and Transatel's 5GAA entry puts it into standards talks shaping that shift.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Smart Cities

Nvidia expands Drive Hyperion with global robotaxi deals

New robotaxi projects in Taiwan, Southeast Asia, Europe and Saudi Arabia could help Nvidia turn Drive Hyperion into a standard platform for fleets.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026

Manufacturing

Ignite & Oxford launch AI tool for AV safety compliance

Manufacturers could gain auditable proof of safe driving decisions as the new software links traffic laws to autonomous vehicle behaviour in simulation.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Thu, 28th May 2026

Cartech

HERE launches navigation on Autopilot for Level 2++

Automakers racing to deploy Level 2++ systems abroad need consistent road data, as unfamiliar layouts can still unsettle assisted driving.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Apr 2026

Stories from Other Regions

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Smart Cities

Ericsson wins Queensland private 5G rail network contract

Queensland's rail upgrade is set to gain dedicated digital communications as Ericsson helps underpin new train control on the Sunshine Coast line.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week

Risk & Compliance

Geotab wins TCA approval for GO9B telematics device

Heavy vehicle operators can now keep existing hardware or adopt a second approved device as Geotab expands its Australian compliance options.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month

Data Protection

Verizon wins BMW US connected car connectivity deal

The agreement deepens BMW Group's software push, with Verizon set to support embedded services and telematics across its US vehicle range.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month

Smart Cities

ITS America unveils Detroit 2026 transport conference

More than 3,000 transport leaders will gather in Detroit next year as the programme expands to cover cybersecurity, AI and autonomous shuttles.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 6th Jun 2026

Data governance

OptiValue Tek files AI patent for smarter mobility

The filing could sharpen competition in driver monitoring and telematics as insurers and fleet operators seek faster risk and incident alerts.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2026

Smart Cities

Detroit expo adds startup zone for transport innovators

Nearly 70 first-time exhibitors will join the Detroit event, giving transport buyers a wider look at AI, cybersecurity and connected systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026

Firewalls

Glasgow digital twin tests networks 25,000 times faster

Network operators could cut test times dramatically after University of Glasgow researchers showed a digital twin ran 25,000 times faster than a simulator.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 7th May 2026