Confirmed speakers:

• Oliver Bahns, Senior Vice President Connected Mobility, Deutsche Telekom AG, T-Systems, Digital Solutions

• Kelei Shen, Chief Technology Officer, Harman

• Stephan Durach, Senior Vice President, Connected Company Development, Technical Operations, BMW Group

In recent years, 5G communication standards have started systematically addressing the wireless communication requirements of vertical industries such as the automotive sector.

The development of 5G communications systems for vehicular use cases, referred to as 5G-V2X, has enabled several automotive services that significantly improve the level of safety, efficiency and comfort experienced by traffic participants. In this context, joint efforts from stakeholders in telecommunications and transportation play an essential role in making these services a reality.

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), a cross-industry organisation, has over the past five years devoted significant time and effort into better understanding the use cases and requirements for developing technical solutions, carrying out trials, building business models and market strategies, and fostering multi-industry consensus among relevant communication standards organisations.

Such an endeavour is bringing end-to-end mobility solutions based on common understanding and setting the stage to support their smooth rollout in several regions.

Download the report here

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) is delighted to invite you to the virtual showcase of “C-V2X Deployment on US Roads” on Tuesday, October 27 at 02:00 PM – 03:30 PM EDT / 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM PDT.

We invite you to :
•  See and hear more about existing C-V2X projects in the roads of Virginia, Georgia, Texas, and Michigan
•  Listen to our on-site correspondents from the companies and local authorities involved
•  Join our panel discussion focused on the state of play and future of ITS in the US with a mix of industry, state & local representatives

The virtual showcase will be moderated by industry expert Roger Lanctot while the panel discussion will be lead by Jim Misener, 5GAA Board Member and Senior Director & Global C-V2X Ecosystem Lead for Qualcomm.

Watch the recording here

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) welcomes the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) decision to authorize initial deployments of Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (“C-V2X”) technology in the 5.9 GHz band to 17 entities, including 12 State Departments of Transportation (DOTs), Macomb County, City and County of Denver and to the University of Michigan.

“We have been eagerly waiting for this second FCC action to grant these 17 entities permission to deploy life-saving C-V2X technology in the United States, including the University of Michigan, which is also one of our members,” said John F. Kwant, Executive Director, Americas, for 5GAA. “This action extends the geographical jurisdiction for C-V2X deployment and represents a key milestone to achieve widespread deployment of this state-of-the-art vehicle safety technology.”

In December 2021, a group of automakers, state departments of transportation, and equipment manufacturers jointly filed a Waiver Request asking the FCC to waive its 5.9 GHz band rules to permit them to immediately deploy C-V2X technology. Following this joint filing, more than 17 entities requested waivers under the same conditions.

About 5GAA

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) is a global, cross-industry organization of over 120 members, including leading global automakers, Tier-1 suppliers, mobile operators, semiconductor companies, and test equipment vendors. 5GAA members work together to develop end-to-end solutions for future mobility and transport services. 5GAA is committed to helping define and develop the next generation of connected mobility, automated vehicle, and intelligent transport solutions based on C-V2X. For more information, visit our website.

Media Contact

5GAA Communications Team: marcom@5gaa.org

5GAA announced its support for the US Department of Transportation’s National Roadway Safety Strategy, together with more than 20 new allies. 

“5GAA believes that Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) direct and network communications between vehicles, infrastructure and vulnerable road users will offer dramatic reductions in roadway injuries and deaths,” said John Kwant, 5GAA Executive Director, Americas.  “Our roadmap for advanced use cases using connectivity technologies is being developed in close cooperation with infrastructure owners and operators to reflect both the industry ambitions for safer vehicles and the IOOs’ vision for safer roads.”

5GAA will continue to work closely with transportation leaders and ecosystem stakeholders towards improved funding for smart infrastructure, removing regulatory barriers and advocating for scalable business models to advance the deployment of C-V2X for road safety.

Read more here

This comprehensive document highlights the remarkable progress and achievements made by 5GAA throughout the year, shedding light on the groundbreaking solutions and advancements shaping the future of mobility and transportation.

With a remarkable membership base comprising over 120 influential players, including major automotive manufacturers, Tier-1 suppliers, communication system providers, mobile operators, and infrastructure vendors, 5GAA has become a driving force behind developing end-to-end solutions for future mobility.

Since our inception in September 2016, we have rapidly expanded, attracting 13 of the top 15 global automakers, major telecommunications companies, and the world’s leading wireless infrastructure providers.

The annual report showcases the relentless dedication of 5GAA in supporting the establishment of cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technology in the market. By fostering cross-industry alignment and collaboration, 5GAA has paved the way for revolutionary advancements in connected and automated driving.

The report provides valuable insights into the progress made in deploying LTE-V2X technology while positioning 5G-V2X as the next phase of the C-V2X evolution.

Through our 2030 visionary roadmap, we have outlined our strategic plans for the future, setting a clear direction for the global introduction of advanced use cases for connected and automated driving. The roadmap, regularly updated to reflect the latest industry developments, serves as a vital instrument to align the efforts of automakers, network operators, and equipment providers globally. It presents a consolidated view of the transformative potential of 5G-V2X technology and its impact on improving road safety, enhancing traffic efficiency, and reducing emissions.

Furthermore, the annual report emphasises the pivotal role of international dialogue and collaboration within the ecosystem. By facilitating regular meetings between 5GAA members and road operators, the organisation fosters the exchange of views, experiences, and best practices related to 5G technology and the infrastructure required to build a truly connected ecosystem.

As the world witnesses the growing number of network-connected vehicles and the integration of LTE-V2X direct communications, the annual report underscores the critical importance of leveraging existing developments and paving the way for 5G-V2X.

This future-ready technology represents the next frontier of direct automotive connectivity and catalyses the widespread adoption of automated driving.

With our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and shaping the future of mobility, 5GAA’s annual report sets the stage for an exciting future. By pushing boundaries and revolutionising the automotive industry, we continue to redefine what is possible in connected and automated driving.

Read our annual report here, and delve deeper into the association`s achievements.

Edge computing is an important topic in the vehicle-to-everything (V2X) field, as many use cases require ultimate latency and reliability as well as significant data exchange from and between vehicles and infrastructure. The support of specific performance requirements is key for the realisation of those use cases. When such requirements are not fulfilled by the underlying network and infrastructure, the application may require closed-loop adaptation in order to cope with the potential undesired effects, which may also include poor user experience, limited support of selected features or indeed service unavailability.

This Technical Report provides an analysis of how predictive edge analytics can be generated and delivered in distributed mobile edge computing (MEC) deployments. In particular, when such deployments involve multiple mobile network operators (MNO), original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and additional third parties such as service providers, application developers, internet provider (IP) interconnect operators and road transport authorities (RTA), the generation and delivery of such predictive edge analytics is not a trivial task and may require interaction across different stakeholders. 

Download the report here.

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) are pleased to announce our next Workshop and Demonstration with the support of PSA, Ford and BMW to present and showcase Cellular-Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology to European transport stakeholders including EU Member States Ministries, Road Traffic Authorities & Road Operators, as well as a wide array of interest groups and industry representatives.

5GAA Workshop and Demonstration

Tuesday 10 July 2018 | 09.00 – 17.30

Paris, France  

With the support of UTAC-CERAM, this interactive Workshop and Demonstration is intended to advance the dialogue between automakers, technology providers, mobile network operators and the overall transportation community on the capabilities, timeline and deployment models for Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) in Europe.This event will also showcase the most recent developments and deployment initiatives around C-V2X, paving the way towards 5G for the uptake of Cooperative, Connected and Automated Mobility (CCAM).

Please email 5gaa-liaison@5gaa.org to submit your registration request* using the subject line ‘5GAA Workshop and Demo Registration Request’.

Download the full agenda for the event here.

*Please note, capacity for the Workshop and Demonstration is limited, therefore we encourage you to submit your registration request as soon as possible.

Washington, DC, April 25 – The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) applauds the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for its decision to permit initial deployments of Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (“C-V2X”) technology in the 5.9 GHz band.

“Today’s action by the FCC is an important milestone on the road towards widespread deployment of life-saving C-V2X technology in the United States,” said John F. Kwant, Executive Director, Americas for 5GAA. “These initial deployments of C-V2X technology will allow road users to begin to benefit from this state-of-the-art vehicle safety technology. 5GAA and its member companies appreciate the FCC’s efforts in this important proceeding, and we look forward to working with the FCC to ensure swift action on the other pending waiver requests to deploy C-V2X for roadway safety use-cases.”

In December 2021, a group of automakers, state departments of transportation, and equipment manufacturers jointly filed a Waiver Request asking the FCC to waive its 5.9 GHz band rules to permit them to immediately deploy C-V2X technology. In addition to the Utah and Virginia state departments of transportation, signatories to the filing included 5GAA members Ford, Audi, Jaguar Land Rover, Applied Information, Cohda Wireless, Commsignia, Danlaw, HARMAN and Panasonic. The request identified a wide range of deployment plans—from vehicular deployments to widescale road infrastructure installments—that public and private stakeholders are ready to implement.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimated that 42,795 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2022, a fatality rate that remains flat but after two years of dramatic increases. Many of these deaths are avoidable with broad deployment of roadway safety technologies like C-V2X. Indeed, NHTSA has previously estimated that safety applications enabled by V2X could eliminate or mitigate the severity of more than 80 percent of light vehicle crashes. As traffic fatalities rapidly increase, the FCC’s action allows investment and innovation in C-V2X safety applications that can help reverse this troubling trend.

About 5GAA

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) is a global, cross-industry organization of over 120 members, including leading global automakers, Tier-1 suppliers, mobile operators, semiconductor companies, and test equipment vendors. 5GAA members work together to develop end-to-end solutions for future mobility and transport services. 5GAA is committed to helping define and develop the next generation of connected mobility, automated vehicle, and intelligent transport solutions based on C-V2X. For more information, visit our website.

Media Contact

5GAA Communications Team: marcom@5gaa.org

We are pleased to announce that the 5G Automotive Association will plunge into the debate on technologies for road safety as it takes part in the Euractiv Forum “Safe EU Roads Thanks to Technology” as an event partner.

As the Cellular-Vehicle-To Everything (C-V2X) technology and its evolution to 5G will enable life-saving communications, the forum will be a source of debate further reinforcing the discussion on the subject. The focus will encompass the cost of deploying the C-V2X technology, the path to 5G, the challenges associated with new technologies as well as the regulations ensuing from its development.

Join us on Thursday 27 September from 17:00 to 20:00 at the Euractiv Network Office in Brussels and attend 5GAA’s CTO Maxime Flament Speech as he opens the Forum.

Register here to attend.