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The AI pothole hunter

Tech Tent by BBC

May 12, 202626:29Technology

Drivers and cyclists know the dangers of potholes and broken road signs. A Swedish company is fitting vehicles with cameras, and using AI to spot potential problems and defects. We speak to the CEO to find out how it wor...

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The AI pothole hunter is an episode from Tech Tent by BBC. Drivers and cyclists know the dangers of potholes and broken road signs. A Swedish company is fitting vehicles with cameras, and using AI to spot potential problems and defects. We...

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Published May 12, 2026, 26:29 long, audio available.

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