Search Results for smart mobility

Sustainable Urbanization

Vehicle-Road-Cloud Integration: Can Smart Infrastructure Prevent Traffic Accidents?

Smart urban intersection illustrating Vehicle-Road-Cloud Integration through connected vehicles, intelligent road infrastructure and real-time traffic management.

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.

7ITSNEWS
June 3, 2026

Sustainable Urbanization

IoT + Big Data + AI | Reconstructing the Governance of Two-Wheeled Mobility

This article is provided by our media partner 7ITSNEWS. The shared two-wheeled mobility industry has developed over the past decade, now comprising two main sectors: bicycles and e-bikes. Only three major players remain in the bicycle sector, while the e-bike…

7ITSNEWS
May 29, 2026

Quality Lifestyle, Sustainable Urbanization

From Smart to Longevity Cities: Rethinking Urban Competitiveness

Split image contrasting two urban futures: a dense, stressed city with congestion and ageing infrastructure on one side, and a green, walkable environment where people of all ages remain active on the other

As populations age, urban competitiveness is increasingly shaped by health, longevity, and the ability to keep people active and productive throughout longer lives. This article examines how longevity cities could transform demographic challenges into a new source of economic advantage.

Ernest Vlačić
May 4, 2026

News

China EV Market and Smart Technology Transform Global Automotive Industry

China’s rapid shift toward smart living and its leadership in electric vehicles (EVs) are reshaping the global automotive industry. With strong growth in EV manufacturing, intelligent driving, and software-defined vehicles, China has become a key innovation hub rather than just…

Olga Bershatskaja
April 24, 2026

Innovative Projects

The Most Underestimated “Digital Brain” in Central China: Is Zhengzhou’s Smart City Already This Impressive?

Zhengzhou, Henan province has transformed from a traditional transport hub into a leading smart city. Driven by its "city brain," it uses data integration to enhance governance, traffic, and public services, offering a pragmatic, application-driven model for urban digitalization. The article is provided by our media partner 7ITSNEWS.

7ITSNEWS
April 22, 2026

Interviews, Sustainable Urbanization

Cycling Advocacy in Europe: How the European Cyclists’ Federation Is Shaping the Future of Urban Mobility

In this interview, Henk Swarttouw, President of the European Cyclists' Federation, shares insights on the future of cycling in Europe and beyond. He discusses the role of cycling in sustainable urban mobility, the challenges of building a pan-European cycling network, and practical steps to accelerate change. The conversation also highlights actionable recommendations for cities with low cycling levels.

Natalia Zhidkova
March 25, 2026

Sustainable Urbanization

Are Smart Cities Smart Enough? Beyond the Dashboard

This article examines whether current smart city models are sufficient to address the complex challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and urban resilience. While cities increasingly adopt data-driven technologies to optimise infrastructure and services, these systems often overlook ecological processes and living systems that are critical to long-term sustainability.

Isabella Bhoan
March 23, 2026
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Sustainable Urbanization

Smart City Ranking Methodology: Beyond the Top 10 Cities of 2025 (II)

Smart city ranking methodology on the groud of a big city

How are the world’s “smartest cities” actually ranked? This article examines smart city ranking methodology, from indicator selection to weighting and normalization. Understanding how the numbers are built changes how we interpret the Top 10 cities of 2025.

Elena Meleshkina
March 1, 2026

Conferences And Exhibitions, Interviews

Smart City Asia 2026: Interview with Nina Nguyen on Vietnam’s Smart City Vision

Nina Nguyen, Project Manager of Smart City Asia

As Vietnam strengthens its position in Southeast Asia’s urban transformation, Smart City Asia 2026 continues to grow as a leading regional platform connecting governments, enterprises, and technology providers. We spoke with Ms. Nina Nguyen, Project Manager of Smart City Asia,…

Natalia Zhidkova
February 25, 2026

Sustainable Urbanization

Smart City Rankings Methodology: Beyond the Top 10 Cities of 2025 (I)

Who is the smartest city in the world? It depends on the ranking. This article examines how leading smart city indexes define and measure “smartness” and why their results diverge

Elena Meleshkina
February 23, 2026