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Can technology help prevent traffic accidents before they happen? Drawing on the concept of Vehicle-Road-Cloud Integration, this article explores how connected vehicles, smart roads and cloud-based management systems could reshape the future of road safety and intelligent mobility.

This article explores how Vehicle-Road-Cloud Integration is evolving from pilot projects to large-scale urban systems, based on developments in China’s leading cities. It highlights key challenges, emerging business models, and what this shift could mean for the future of smart mobility and urban infrastructure.

The 2025 ITS landscape was dominated by AI large models, embodied robots, and drones in China, alongside global advances in LiDAR and V2X. Key themes included the push for vehicle-road-cloud integration, a booming low-altitude economy, and an industry-wide focus on practical digital transformation.

Changzhou, Jiangsu province, China leverages AI to advance its intelligent transportation system. Key initiatives include the AI-driven "Cloud Bus," which optimizes routes and reduces wait times, and smart toll stations that enable seamless, efficient vehicle passage. These efforts enhance public transport, cut costs, and improve urban mobility, supporting the city's sustainable development goals.