Active mobility important in many different ways

Posted on June 15, 2026 by nradmin

By walking and cycling not only do we improve our health, strengthen our bones and get some fresh air, active mobility is also a vital contribution to the transition to a fossil-free transport system. Cyclists in central Stockholm. Walking or cycling is important - not only for one’s own...

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Road Type Determines the Cost of Heavy Traffic

Posted on June 9, 2026 by nradmin

What does it actually cost when heavy vehicles use the road network? New research shows that the answer largely depends on the type of road in question. On some roads, the cost is almost 17 times higher than on others — something that could have major implications for future road...

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VTI reviews robots for deliveries in Stockholm

Posted on April 7, 2026 by nradmin

How do autonomous delivery robots interact with people in real-world traffic environments and what rules are needed to control the robots’ progress? And how should they be used and combined with other modes of transport to create real benefits? These are the main research questions in two...

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VTI part of EU project on future infrastructure

Posted on April 7, 2026 by nradmin

Can tomorrow’s smart infrastructure create safer, more efficient and more sustainable traffic for everyone? While research and development is ongoing and making rapid progress, as yet the answer is undetermined. It depends. Johan Olstam and Kinjal Bhattacharyya. In the EU project Augmented...

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Safety impact of eCall in Finland

Posted on March 27, 2026 by nradmin

A study by VTT for the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency found modest safety effects for eCall in Finland, with about one life saved to date and an estimated 10 by 2035. The result is affected by system penetration and the tendency for accidents to be reported quickly even without...

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High Risk for Young Riders of Light Motorcycles

Posted on March 25, 2026 by nradmin

Young riders of light motorcycles face a 36 times higher risk of being killed or seriously injured in traffic compared to young car drivers, according to new research from the Institute of Transport Economics (TØI). Photo: Shutterstock.com A new report from the Institute of Transport...

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Bio-binders in asphalt in Iceland

Posted on March 23, 2026 by nradmin

Bio-binders are carbon negative additives that can be mixed with bitumen and are a promising way to reduce carbon footprint in the road industry. Colas Iceland has delevoped products using bio-binders for a few years with good results, offering products with up to 25% lower carbon...

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Support available for EU-CEM users

Posted on February 19, 2026 by nradmin

Planning to evaluate Connected, Cooperative, and Automated Mobility (CCAM) services, or to fund an impact assessment? The European Common Evaluation Methodology for CCAM (EU-CEM) provides a structured approach which bases on lessons learned and best practices. Evaluation experts of the...

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Looking up: Aviation is a growing VTI research area

Posted on February 4, 2026 by nradmin

VTI’s aviation research is really taking off. Since the beginning of September, the wind between its wings has been a genuine aviation enthusiast who is keen to further develop the organisation. “VTI has unique and broad expertise,” he says and points out the areas that will be most...

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AI helps human experts improve road maintenance

Posted on December 17, 2025 by nradmin

Thomas Lundberg in the driver's seat in VTI's Mobile Research Platform. Photo: Mikael Sönne Traditional road maintenance planning is usually based on procuring specific measures at the lowest possible price. However, when contractors are awarded design, construct and maintain (DCM) contracts...

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