The State of Ohio has taken a big stride in road safety by introducing the first Smart Highway Pilot Program, an innovative initiative that will reduce road deaths by half through advanced technology and real-time traffic control.
The leaders of transportation in the state quietly threw the switch this week on a 25-mile stretch of Interstate 71 north of Columbus, signalling the start of a one-year test that would alter the way Ohio drivers travel through busy avenues. The program involves embedded road sensors, AI-driven cameras, and connected vehicle systems to identify hazards before they can lead to fatal crashes.
The Functionality of the Smart Highway Technology…