The adoption of the new Tutor 3.0 system has been progressing on the Italian motorway network since early 2025, marking an evolution in traffic supervision with a particular focus on industrial vehicles. By integrating advanced technologies, the system offers more precise and targeted monitoring tools, extending beyond speed verification. Let’s explore the specific features for trucks within the Navigrad platform, developed by Movyon, a subsidiary of Autostrade per l'Italia.
One of the most significant innovations is the ability to detect unauthorised overtaking by trucks. Using radar installed along the motorway network, the system can identify vehicles that violate overtaking bans, automatically recording their number plates and the time of transit. This data is then transmitted to the relevant authorities for possible penalties.
Another major innovation introduced by Tutor 3.0 is the dynamic weighing system, which allows the weight of heavy vehicles to be checked during transit without disrupting traffic flow. Sensors embedded in the road surface detect the load of moving vehicles, flagging any overloads.
There is also a function for monitoring the compliance of hazardous goods transport, which uses a Kemler code recognition system to identify the type of cargo being transported and the associated risk level. By employing ANPR cameras, Tutor 3.0 verifies adherence to authorised routes for transporting hazardous materials and reports any violations to the relevant authorities.
The system is also capable of accurately identifying the category of vehicles in transit, thanks to advanced sensors and recognition algorithms. This capability enables the enforcement of specific regulations based on vehicle type, such as differentiated speed limits or traffic restrictions. Automatic classification also includes axle counting, further improving monitoring accuracy.
Tutor 3.0 operates through a network of portals equipped with radar and high-definition cameras, replacing the previously used electromagnetic loops. This technological advancement allows for greater precision in detections and reduces margins of error, ensuring superior efficiency even in poor visibility conditions. In addition to these new features, the system continues to measure the average speed between two portals, but with improved accuracy.
The implementation of Tutor 3.0 is part of a broader plan to enhance motorway safety, developed in collaboration with the State Police. Data collected from previous versions of Tutor highlight the system’s effectiveness: a 25% reduction in peak speed and a 15% decrease in average speed have led to a significant drop in accidents. Notably, the mortality rate on monitored routes fell by 56% in the first year of use. Currently, Tutor 3.0 is active on 178 routes, covering approximately 1,800 kilometres of Italian motorways, with further expansion planned to ensure increasingly comprehensive monitoring.
