Torrox installs eight new AI traffic cameras as council expands road safety network

Torrox has installed eight new AI-powered traffic cameras as part of a €18,000 project to enhance road safety and improve traffic management. The council aims to provide police with greater control over traffic in the town and its surroundings. The cameras are now fully operational, having undergone a testing period. Mayor Oscar Medina explained that the cameras will be positioned at strategic locations to reduce speeding, optimize traffic flow, and increase overall road safety.

Advanced technology enables the cameras to read vehicle number plates and analyze surrounding activities using artificial intelligence. Local police confirmed that the cameras are intended for traffic control purposes, not general surveillance, and footage can be accessed by Guardia Civil and municipal officers in case of a crime.

The cameras are expected to serve as a deterrent, encouraging motorists to adhere to speed limits and other road regulations. Council officials emphasized that the project is part of a broader initiative to modernize traffic management in Torrox and improve mobility for residents and visitors. A subsequent phase will introduce smart traffic lights, automated pedestrian crossings, and additional speed cameras, creating a more technologically advanced system for managing busy roads.

Previous investments have also included the installation of surveillance cameras in municipal car parks, such as La Almedina and El Pontil.

Mayor Medina emphasized the town's commitment to modernization, safety, and public services through this latest project. For drivers in Torrox, the message is clear: cameras are becoming more visible in everyday road management. Spain's Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) already employs extensive traffic monitoring technology, including cameras and number-plate recognition systems, as part of its intelligent transport network.