enveiskjørte

Enveiskjørte is a term used in Norwegian transport discourse to describe roads or sections where traffic is limited to a single direction. It refers to one-way streets or driving conditions where vehicles are only allowed to travel in the designated direction. The arrangement is typically indicated by traffic signs and road markings that specify the permitted direction of travel. Vehicles must follow the direction shown; driving the wrong way is prohibited and can result in penalties.

One-way driving is commonly implemented to improve traffic flow, maximize roadway capacity on narrow streets, simplify intersections, and enhance pedestrian safety by reducing cross-traffic conflicts. It can also facilitate parking management and support public transit operations. However, enveiskjørte layouts may increase detours for some trips and can affect emergency vehicle response times. In urban planning, one-way systems are often used in grids to create smoother flow, though cities periodically reassess orientations to balance accessibility with congestion management.

Implementation varies by country and city, but the core principle remains the same: directing vehicles in a single direction through a given stretch of road. Compliance relies on clear signage, road markings, and appropriate enforcement to maintain safety and orderly traffic movement.

See also: one-way street, traffic regulation, urban planning.