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Italy autonomous and electric mobility development

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2026-10-11 13:10 UTC → 2026-10-25 16:55 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Italy is seeing increased focus on modernizing its mobility sector through regulatory updates and technological research. The Motus-E association has proposed that the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport update autonomous driving regulations, specifically requesting that mandatory on-board controllers be replaced with remote supervision systems to align with existing European models. Motus-E also advocates for delegating detailed rules to ministerial decrees to facilitate faster technological updates. While the electric vehicle market share in Italy reached 12.6% in 2025, ~~reports suggest~~ the Smart Mobility Report 2026 from Politecnico di Milano indicates that national climate targets ~~may be~~ under the 2030 National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan (PNIEC) remain difficult to achieve without expanded charging networks and more incentives. Italy’s market share currently remains approximately half of the European average. Parallel efforts to integrate technology into regional transport include the “Città Granne” model proposal for the Macerata area, which envisions using artificial intelligence and autonomous shuttles to connect administrative centers. This proposal suggests autonomous transport could reduce costs by up to 70% and decrease accidents by 80-90% by 2035. Additionally, the University of Florence has initiated the Aigor project, using sensors and AI to study real-world driving behavior to improve motorcycle and scooter safety. Furthering the call for reform, the European Autonomous Driving Observatory at Politecnico di Milano has stated that current rules are insufficient for transitioning from experimental testing to commercial services. The Observatory identified three priorities: establishing timelines for missing regulations, defining proportionate responsibilities for participants, and implementing transparent authorization procedures.

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