Intelligent Urban Mobility and Traffic Management: A Case Study of Smart Intersection Implementation and E-Mobility Integration in Trabzon, Türkiye
Journal Title: Journal of Intelligent Management Decision - Year 2025, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
In response to escalating urban traffic congestion, environmental degradation, and mobility inefficiencies, intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and sustainable mobility strategies have been increasingly recognised as vital components of smart city development. In this study, the city of Trabzon, Türkiye, was examined as a representative urban environment facing such challenges. Six major intersections exhibiting persistent traffic congestion were selected for conversion from conventional fixed-time signal control to adaptive, traffic-actuated signalisation systems. Detailed performance evaluations were conducted, incorporating microsimulation modelling and real-time traffic flow analysis. The implementation of adaptive signalisation was found to significantly reduce vehicular delay, queue lengths, and intersection-level emissions, while enhancing operational efficiency and traffic safety. A complementary analysis assessed the economic and environmental impacts of this intervention, revealing considerable annual savings in fuel consumption and marked reductions in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, thereby underscoring the long-term sustainability and cost-effectiveness of the proposed system. In parallel, the integration of electric vehicles (EVs) and micromobility solutions—including electric buses, minibuses, passenger cars, bicycles, and scooters—was proposed to further promote sustainable urban mobility. Strategic placement of EV charging infrastructure was suggested, with spatial planning informed by expected demand distribution and intermodal connectivity. Economic modelling demonstrated a reduction in operational fuel expenditure, while environmental projections indicated a substantial decrease in transport-related greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, micromobility modes were proposed as critical for addressing first- and last-mile connectivity gaps, mitigating short-distance vehicular traffic, and alleviating urban parking demand. Policy recommendations emphasised the necessity of strong municipal leadership in facilitating infrastructure deployment, public adoption, and behavioural shifts towards low-emission transport alternatives. The findings position Trabzon as a viable model for medium-sized urban centres seeking to implement scalable and replicable smart mobility frameworks. By integrating adaptive traffic control with zero-emission mobility, this study provides actionable insights into the design of efficient, economically viable, and environmentally sustainable urban transportation ecosystems.
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Metin Mutlu Aydın, Eren Dağlı, Boris Gitolendia
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