Infrastructure Investment

Although transport demand has risen faster than GDP over the last decade, investment in infrastructure has fallen. The result has been an increase in bottlenecks and congestion, particularly along international transport corridors. Europe's road network is currently over-burdened, and this is especially problematic in the EU's new member states. The consequences are higher safety risks, more environmental damage and bigger economic costs.

We urgently need investment in improved road infrastructure, supported by non-discriminatory infrastructure charging. At the same time, the motor industry can contribute to road safety by developing safer vehicles. But these efforts will only bear fruit if a complementary infrastructure is in place, as well as incentives for improved driver behaviour. 

Improved road infrastructure will produce safer and smoother traffic flows. Better roads can help us all, bringing improved safety and environmental advantages. And roads investment under the Trans-European Network programme will also boost trade and GDP growth.