US cities are using AI to make roads safer

Technology Nov 15, 2025

With traffic deaths on the rise, more US cities and states are turning to AI for help.
Hawaii is rolling out its "Eyes on the Road" program, handing out 1,000 AI-enabled dashboard cameras that spot and report hazards like broken guardrails.
The move comes after a tough year—Hawaii recorded 106 traffic fatalities as of October 2025.

How AI is changing road safety

In San Jose, city vehicles use cameras that catch about 97% of potholes—pretty impressive for tech on wheels.
Texas is getting creative too, using volunteer drivers' cellphone data alongside tools like StreetVision to find dangerous spots and fix them faster.
Plus, states are teaming up through groups like the GovAI Coalition to share what works and make roads safer everywhere.