Trafikk

Trafikk refers to the movement of people, vehicles and goods through transportation networks. It includes road traffic, rail traffic, air traffic and maritime traffic, and is a central concern in urban planning, logistics and public safety. In Norwegian usage, trafikk commonly refers to traffic, especially road traffic, but the term is used in a broader sense in studies of transportation.

Traffic management and regulation involves rules, signs, traffic signals and speed limits that govern how traffic flows. Authorities regulate vehicle standards and right-of-way to maintain safety and efficiency. Traffic planning uses models to anticipate demand and optimize capacity, while data sources such as traffic counts, road sensors, cameras and GPS-based travel time data inform decisions.

Infrastructure and mobility cover roads and highways, rail and tram networks, airports and ports, as well as cycling and pedestrian facilities. Public transit and freight corridors support mobility and logistics, and urban planning aims to create multimodal systems that reduce reliance on private cars.

Safety and policy are central to trafikk management. Road safety programs include enforcement of traffic laws, use of seat belts and helmets, speed control and measures against impaired driving. Initiatives like Vision Zero seek to reduce fatalities and serious injuries through design, education and enforcement.

Trends and challenges include congestion, urban growth and climate policy that drive investment in intelligent transport systems, electrification and emerging connected or autonomous vehicles. There is a growing emphasis on multimodal travel, demand management and safeguarding data privacy in traffic monitoring and planning.