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C-V2X continues to drive the automotive transformation and is now the new reality
These past years have seen revolutionising digital transformations and challenging innovative mobility solutions. 5GAA keeps on shaping the new era of mobility and paves the way towards connected driving.
As individuals, in teams, and together with our members, we have embraced digital transformations as opportunities for transportation innovations. Today, we celebrate five years of intense activities, global cooperation, partnerships and demonstrations that resulted in remarkable achievements.
Our purpose is to develop end-to-end solutions for future mobility and transportation services for road safety, improved traffic efficiency, sustainable impact and more comfortable driving. While our purpose is not new, it is more relevant than ever. It reminds us that 5GAA exists to ensure future generations’ wellbeing in a safe and sustainable transportation ecosystem.
For five years, our vision has been guiding the association, gathering eight early co-founding members with the same ambition, and quickly bringing together more than 110 members from the automotive, technology, and telecommunications industry. This rapid expansion generated a genuinely global platform and connected community for cross-industry cooperation.
Members include 13 of the top fifteen global automakers and 9 of the top ten global mobile network operators. The exponential geographical reach of the association allows 5GAA to exert some influence on the connected driving stage. 5GAA is seen as a leader and enabler at a global level. It has successfully established C-V2X (cellular vehicle-to-everything) and 5G as the technology of choice in the market through numerous partnerships, bringing the expertise of manufacturers to develop 360-degree solutions for safer and more sustainable mobility. Thanks to these partnerships, 5GAA has established more than mobile broadband connectivity, integrating the multiple facets of connected mobility such as interoperability and standardisation.
People bring our purpose and vision to life. We have taken the future of mobility to a new level these past years, accelerating research and organising live demonstrations worldwide, which focused on interoperability tests. The Shanghai, Washington, Paris, Berlin and Turin demonstrations prove that a connected ecosystem holds the unlimited possibilities of investing in C-V2X and 5G. I also take this opportunity to thank our members for their hospitality and for showcasing these crucial innovations’ outstanding performance.
We have continued to stand firm on our purpose throughout the years, regularly positioning the association and sharing our members’ concerns with institutional bodies. Even though a set of challenges remains to be resolved, we hope to keep seamless exchanges with the institutional actors to unleash the potential of a connected ecosystem.
Today, I am proud to be part of an innovative and ambitious association that strives for a better future as it bridges cultural and technical differences. In this 5th-anniversary special publication, we have gathered some of the greatest stories of impact and success in relation to C-V2X in some regions, such as China and the US, as well as insightful interviews.
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5GAA’s John Kwant Explores the Current C-V2X Regulatory Landscape in the United States at the OmniAir Plugfest
5G Automotive Association (5GAA) Executive Director, Americas John Kwant is in Ann Arbor, Michigan today to explore the current regulatory landscape for C-V2X deployment in the United States as part of a panel on connected mobility at today’s OmniAir Plugfest.
Speaking at 9:00 (UTC-4) in the panel ‘Accelerating V2X Deployment: Bridging Government Initiatives, Industry Readiness and Local Implementations’, John Kwant will bring his expertise to the table and address the state of regulation and legislation covering V2X technology in the United States, as well as explain 5GAA’s work to promote deployment and widespread technology adoption.
The OmniAir Plugfest is an annual event hosted at MCity, Michigan in partnership with the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. It is the world’s first purpose-built proving ground for testing the performance and safety of connected and automated vehicles and technologies under controlled and realistic conditions.
Today’s Connected Mobility Workshop offers a one-day technical deep dive into topics related to deployment, testing and future trends, along with live technology demonstrations and a networking reception.
In addition to 5GAA’s participation, attendees will have the opportunity to hear the insights of a number of experts and stakeholders including:
- John Harding, Federal Highway Administration
- Brian Romansky, INTEGRITY Security Services
- Debra Bezzina, University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute
5GAA Statement of Support for OmniAir Consortium
5GAA also wishes to express the association’s support for OmniAir Consortium’s C-V2X certification programme and appreciation for OmniAir C-V2X initiatives generally.
OmniAir Consortium’s certification programme, first established in 2021, is of significant benefit to the entire C-V2X ecosystem and contributes greatly to promoting technology development and adoption.
Certified C-V2X products, such as Onboard Units (OBUs), Road-Side Units (RSUs) and corresponding modules will allow for greater confidence regarding the ability to achieve seamless interoperability of both Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) and Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) functionality for the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS). As a result, stakeholders across the C-V2X ecosystem benefit from OmniAir Consortium’s work – including vehicle manufacturers, infrastructure owner/operators, equipment suppliers and software suppliers.
5GAA and OmniAir have been partners since 2019, and the participation of our Executive Director, Americas John Kwant in today’s OmniAir Plugfest underscores the continued vitality of this collaboration.
For more information on today’s panel, see here.
5GAA at MWC Barcelona 2024
5GAA at MWC Barcelona 2024
MWC Barcelona 2024
The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) is gearing up for the highly anticipated MWC 2024, scheduled from February 26 to 29 at Fira Gran Via, Barcelona.
Attendees are invited to visit 5GAA at Hall 6, Stand E12, to hear first-hand about the role of our association and membership in revolutionising the mobility landscape. Additionally, an exclusive press tour guided by 5GAA CTO Maxime Flament will offer journalists deeper insights into the latest advancements by 5GAA members.
Opportunities exist to schedule one-to-one meetings with Me Flament, for further insights into the association’s vision and strategies.
For further details, check out our news section.
5GAA Annual Report Charts Global Path for C-V2X Deployment
The 5G Automotive Association has released its annual report for 2023, highlighting significant strides made towards global deployment of cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technology and connected mobility solutions. The report details the association’s achievements across key areas, all working towards a more connected and automated transportation ecosystem.
Strong Membership and Global Reach
5GAA grew to 126 members in 2023, including leading names from the automotive (11 out of the top 15 carmakers), mobile network operator (8 out of the top 10 MNOs), and smartphone vendor industries (2 top vendors). This diverse membership fosters strong cross-industry collaboration with a global footprint.
Beyond membership, 5GAA actively maintained partnerships with over 40 organisations, including standards development organisations, public administrations, and certification bodies. Notably, 2023 saw the signing of a cooperation agreement with ITS America and renewed Memoranda of Understanding with ITS Korea and 5G Forum.
Recognising the varying pace of V2X deployment across regions, 5GAA continued to expand its reach. In addition to existing regional regulatory-focused sub-groups, a dedicated taskforce was established for India, a promising V2X market. The association also continued to advocate for a scalable and federated approach to managing road traffic information.
Contributing to Standards
Standardisation has been a core focus of the 5GAA since its early days. In 2023, the association and its members participated in 3GPP Release-19 discussions, providing critical automotive industry input as a Market Representation Partner (MRP). This cooperation aims to ensure that C-V2X technology development aligns with global needs. Additionally, 5GAA contributed to regional standardisation efforts by giving input to bodies like ETSI, SAE, and C-SAE.
In Conversation with Policymakers
The association actively engages with policymakers and regulatory bodies around the world. In Europe, 5GAA issued a joint statement with leading European carmakers urging the deployment of 5G-V2X technology in Europe. The association also welcomed positive developments such as FCC waivers for C-V2X deployment in the US, Korea’s selection of C-V2X direct communication as its technology of choice, and Japan’s consideration of using the upper 30 MHz in the 5.9 GHz band for V2X direct communications.
These engagements play a vital role in establishing sufficient regulatory support for the mass adoption of C-V2X technology.
Two Succesful Workshops
Throughout 2023, 5GAA hosted workshops with key stakeholders to identify challenges and advance technology innovation. In The Hague, Netherlands, a workshop focused on C-V2X mass market deployment in real-life traffic. Similarly, a high-level conference, “The Future of Connected Mobility in South Korea,” was held in Seoul. Discussions centered on how connected mobility and ITS can advance road safety and automated driving in the Korean transport ecosystem.
Technical Progress
In 2023, 5GAA maintained a strong work program. The association successfully completed 12 work items, launched 28 new ones for development in 2024, and published 18 technical reports. Key areas of focus included Day 1 V2X services, Automated Valet Parking (AVP) solutions, and interoperability testing for Vulnerable Road User (VRU) protection, with a series of live demonstrations in Mcity, Michigan.
Looking Ahead
5GAA has developed a solid strategic roadmap for its activities in 2024. Over the next months, the association will focus on:
- Prioritising the execution and implementation of readily available or “Day 1” technology and services;
- Accelerating the wide-scale deployment of Day 1 V2X services over mobile network communications;
- Developing an end-to-end AVP service implementation and continuing to advance interoperability among members’ VRUs solutions;
- Tackling technical or political hurdles that prevent the mass roll-out of LTE-V2X direct communications in targeted markets, while laying the groundwork for 5G-V2X direct;
- Chartering a transition path or mitigation measures to ensure continuity of legacy services; and
- Continuing to investigate the potential of emerging technologies like positioning-as-a-service (PaaS), non-terrestrial networks (NTNs), and integrated sensing and communication for V2X applications.
The 5GAA 2023 annual report underscores the association’s vital role in shaping the future of mobility. By fostering collaboration amongst key stakeholders and driving industry progress, 5GAA paves the way for a safer, more efficient, and automated transportation ecosystem.
5GAA Workshop ‘Enabling New Services with Next Generation ITS in Japan’
5GAA is hosting its upcoming workshop, ‘Enabling New Services with Next Generation ITS in Japan,’ in the context of its 29th Meeting Week. The event will take place on February 1st at the Hilton Tokyo, between 9AM and 1PM JPT.
In response to the recent release of Japan’s Frequency Reorganisation Plan by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, assigning the 5.9 GHz spectrum to V2X for next-generation ITS, this workshop aims to explore the potential implications and opportunities. 5GAA welcomes the decision, which aligns with global spectrum allocation.
The workshop will delve beyond technicalities, offering insights into recent government activities, ongoing development efforts, and expectations for new ITS in Japan. It will also serve as a convergence point for local stakeholders and global industry players, encouraging collaboration and setting the stage for a fruitful discussion Japan’s future in this domain.
Find the full programme here. More information available on our News section.
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CES Space-Based Connectivity track
Stay tuned for more information on 5GAA participation at the next CES event in Las Vegas. Further details will be unveiled soon.
