Video interview by TelecomTV.

At MWC 2026 in Barcelona, Maxime Flament, CTO at the 5GAA (5G Automotive Association), discusses the importance of widespread 5G standalone (5GSA) deployments and distributed edge architectures to the connected vehicle sector, the key frequency band considerations related to the potential of satellite communications for the auto industry, and much more.

Recorded in March 2026.

Join 5GAA at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026, taking place 2–5 March at Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, to discover how connected-vehicle technologies are evolving to meet mission-critical demands.

Through its presence at the show and visits to members’ stands, 5GAA highlights the full vehicle connectivity ecosystem—from automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers to mobile network operators and test & measurement leaders.

Across the ecosystem, members showcase how 5G cellular connectivity, non-terrestrial networks (NTN), multi-access edge computing (MEC), AI, and advanced positioning and sensing technologies are coming together to deliver ubiquitous, resilient, and ultra-low-latency connectivity.

More than a series of demos, this collective showcase tells a single story: how cross-industry collaboration is turning connectivity into a mission-critical vehicle capability, enabling safer roads, smarter mobility, and the next generation of automated driving.

Visit the 5GAA booth in Hall 6, Stand 6G25, and tour our members’ stands to see firsthand how cross-industry collaboration is shaping the future of connected and resilient mobility.

Exclusive Press Tour

Media representatives are invited to take part in a guided press tour, offering expert insights from 5GAA CTO Maxime Flament and members of the 5GAA Board of Directors, including representatives from BMW, HARMAN, and Cubic³.

The tour will also include exclusive visits to the exhibition stands of Viasat (featuring Cubic³), HARMAN, Nokia, Keysight Technologies, Anritsu (featuring Valeo), and Rohde & Schwarz, providing journalists with first-hand access to the latest innovations and demonstrations.

Discover more by reading our media kit for the tour!

Journalists wishing to participate are invited to register by contacting marcom@5gaa.org.

5GAA at MWC 2026

Our CTO Maxime Flament will speak at two key sessions throughout the week, including:
– Smart Mobility Summit: Built for Tomorrow – Infrastructure for Intelligent Mobility
– GSMA’s Global 5G Alliances Summit: From Connectivity to Intellegent Industry and Ecosystem

For more information, meeting requests, or press inquiries, contact the 5GAA Marketing and Communications team at marcom@5gaa.org.

Join 5GAA at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026, taking place 2–5 March at Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, to discover how connected-vehicle technologies are evolving to meet mission-critical demands.

5GAA booth in Hall 6, Stand 6G25

Through its presence at the show and visits to members’ stands, 5GAA highlights the full vehicle connectivity ecosystem—from automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers to mobile network operators and test & measurement leaders.

Across the ecosystem, members showcase how 5G cellular connectivity, non-terrestrial networks (NTN), multi-access edge computing (MEC), AI, and advanced positioning and sensing technologies are coming together to deliver ubiquitous, resilient, and ultra-low-latency connectivity.

More than a series of demos, this collective showcase tells a single story: how cross-industry collaboration is turning connectivity into a mission-critical vehicle capability, enabling safer roads, smarter mobility, and the next generation of automated driving.

Visit the 5GAA booth in Hall 6, Stand 6G25, and tour our members’ stands to see firsthand how cross-industry collaboration is shaping the future of connected and resilient mobility.

Exclusive Press Tour

Media representatives are invited to take part in a guided press tour, offering expert insights from 5GAA CTO Maxime Flament and members of the 5GAA Board of Directors, including representatives from BMW, HARMAN, and Cubic³.

The tour will also include exclusive visits to the exhibition stands of Viasat (featuring Cubic³), HARMAN, Nokia, Keysight Technologies, Anritsu (featuring Valeo), and Rohde & Schwarz, providing journalists with first-hand access to the latest innovations and demonstrations.

Discover more by reading our media kit for the tour!

Journalists wishing to participate are invited to register by contacting marcom@5gaa.org.

5GAA at MWC 2026

Our CTO Maxime Flament will speak at two key sessions throughout the week, including:
– Smart Mobility Summit: Built for Tomorrow – Infrastructure for Intelligent Mobility
– GSMA’s Global 5G Alliances Summit: From Connectivity to Intellegent Industry and Ecosystem

For more information, meeting requests, or press inquiries, contact the 5GAA Marketing and Communications team at marcom@5gaa.org.

On 5 February 2026, the Conference “Advancing Connected Mobility in California: C-V2X and Connected Vehicle Infrastructure” will take place in Sacramento, U.S.

Organised by 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), join California transportation leaders, industry experts, and regional planning organizations for a focused discussion on how C-V2X and next-generation digital infrastructure can advance safety, efficiency, and innovation across the state’s transportation system. Hosted at the California Secretary of State auditorium, this event highlights California’s priorities and leadership in deploying connected vehicle technologies.

The Conference will explore how C-V2X supports key use cases, including advanced roadway safety, tolling, and other emerging mobility applications. Speakers from state and regional agencies will share perspectives on policy direction, infrastructure modernization, and real-world deployment considerations, offering insight into how connected technologies are being evaluated, piloted, and integrated into California’s transportation network.

Discover the Agenda

The program opens with an overview from 5GAA, followed by our keynote speaker, Toks Omishakin, California’s 4th Secretary of Transportation, and senior representatives, who will provide complementary state-wide and industry views on planning, implementation, and coordination.

Discover the program for the full day here.

Discover the program of the conference highlighting the key sessions and discussions here.

Speakers: 

• Toks Omishakin, California State Transportation Agency
• Kathleen Aziz, AICP, Principal Planner, Sacramento Area Council of Governments
• Jyoti Sharma, Associate Director, Network Planning, Verizon
• Brad Stertz, Director of External Affairs, AUDI AG and the Volkswagen Group 

Welcome Address by Maxime Flament, CTO, 5G Automotive Association (5GAA)

Designed for public-sector leaders, infrastructure owners and operators, and industry stakeholders, this Conference provides a platform to align on priorities, share lessons learned, and identify opportunities to accelerate the deployment of connected vehicles and infrastructure in California and inform broader national adoption.

Experience the Innovation

In the afternoon, attendees will engage with cutting-edge Live C-V2X Technology Demonstrations. Access the 5GAA Demos Brochure and learn more about what to expect in Sacramento.

5GAA is bringing together top global players — from automakers to telecom giants — for groundbreaking demonstrations of connected vehicle technology, including an exclusive showcase of:

• Live demonstrations of bidirectional voice over NB-IoT and satellite-enabled communications, demonstrating critical and emergency communications for vehicles and IoT devices in remote and challenging environments.
• Real-world demonstrations of connected vehicle safety applications using V2N and SmartRSU edge devices, providing live traffic and hazard alerts.
• Live tolling demonstrations showing secure vehicle-to-roadside communications and automated toll transactions.

Contact Information

Stay tuned for more information, event highlights, and key takeaways!

If you wish to participate or cover the event, please get in touch with us at marcom@5gaa.org before 29/01/2026 (EOB CET)

We look forward to welcoming you to Sacramento for this landmark event in C-V2X collaboration and global smart mobility.

The next 5GAA Meeting Week is heading to Sacramento, California, from 2–5 February 2026!

Our next gathering will bring together 5GAA members, partners, and key industry stakeholders to exchange insights, explore the latest advancements in connected mobility, and collaborate on shaping the future of C-V2X in North America and across the world.

5GAA Members, get ready to connect, collaborate, and innovate as we advance the future of mobility.

Meet the Sponsor of the 5GAA Meeting Week

We are pleased to share that our 5GAA members, Verizon Business & Skylo, will be sponsoring the Coffee Breaks at our 36th Meeting Week in Sacramento. This sponsorship provides members with an enhanced opportunity to connect, exchange insights, and build relationships in a relaxed and collaborative setting. 

Shanghai, 23 October 2025 —  In Jiading, Shanghai, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) and Shanghai International Automobile City (SIAC) co-hosted the “C-V2X Implementation in China and International Cooperation” Conference. The full-day event brought together global experts for high-level strategic discussions and live demonstrations, highlighting China’s rapid progress in C-V2X innovation while fostering dialogue across the international connected mobility ecosystem and showcasing the capabilities powered by 5G-Advanced (5G-A)

“The Shanghai conference and demonstrations highlighted China’s proactive role in advancing C-V2X technologies. It is particularly significant as it showcases leadership and innovation that drive progress across the entire global ecosystem,” said 5GAA Director General Christof Schmidt.

Attendees witnessed live demonstrations of cutting-edge C-V2X technologies. China IMT-2020（5G）Promotion Group C-V2X Working Group and SIAC presented the “Four Layers Demonstrations”, which included scenarios such as sudden cut-outs by preceding vehicles, work-zone alerts, and connected-assisted driving. These tests highlighted how advanced onboard units can receive real-time data from multiple vehicles ahead, enabling rapid adjustments and improving safety. Additionally, demonstrations also showcased how C-V2X enhances vehicle awareness under challenging weather conditions.

In parallel, SIAC, AUMOVIO and China Unicom showcased C-V2X vehicle networking applications based on 5G-A network. Leveraging the 5G-A network, cross-operator real-time sensor information sharing between vehicles and on-demand information distribution between vehicles and infrastructure are achieved. The system supports typical application scenarios such as front-object detection, blind spot communication, and emergency collaboration. With end-to-end latency below 20ms, it meets the stringent low latency and high reliability requirements of C-V2X applications.

“We are honoured to co-host this international forum with 5GAA,” said Gang Chen, Chairman of Shanghai International Automobile City. “As China’s first national pilot zone for intelligent and connected vehicles, SIAC is actively contributing China’s practical experience and fostering global industrial synergy through our deep involvement in prestigious international organisations such as 5GAA and VDA. We are committed to building an open, integrated, and globally influential industrial ecosystem, accelerating the alignment and mutual recognition of Chinese solutions with international standards, and sharing ‘China’s Wisdom’ and the ‘Shanghai Model’ with the world. We look forward to joining hands with global partners in pioneering a new chapter for intelligent and connected mobility,” he said.

The C-V2X Chinese Solutions and International Cooperation Conference marked a milestone in advancing global dialogue on connected mobility. By combining strategic discussions with practical demonstrations, the event reaffirmed the shared commitment of 5GAA and SIAC to driving forward C-V2X innovation and international cooperation.

About the 5GAA

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) is a global, cross-industry organisation of more than 110 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 vehicles, and intelligent transport solutions based on C-V2X. For more information about 5GAA, please visit www.5gaa.org.

Media contact: marcom@5gaa.org

• The 5GAA Day One Deployment Guide was instrumental in enabling the largest C-V2X deployment during the “Day One Deployment District” in Atlanta.
• 5GAA members demonstrated real-world C-V2X applications showing immediate public value and nationwide scalability.

ATLANTA, U.S. – 3 September 2025 — The U.S. connected vehicle ecosystem took a major step forward as Atlanta became home to the nation’s first “Day One Deployment District” for Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology. The 5GAA Vehicle-to-Infrastructure Communications Day One Deployment Guide was instrumental as a benchmark for C-V2X roadside infrastructure installations such as those earning the spotlight at the ITS World Congress 2025 for the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and the permanent enhancements for the downtown district.

5GAA members played a key role in showcasing ready-now applications for C-V2X technology in a live urban traffic environment and the clear potential for deployment in other states and cities.

This milestone comes at a moment when vulnerable road user traffic fatalities remain near the highest levels ever recorded, and with traffic congestion costing the U.S. economy more than $36 billion[1] annually. With an estimated nationwide deployment cost of $6.5 billion, as estimated in the ITS America National V2X Deployment Plan, C-V2X offers a powerful solution to enhance road safety.

“Day One Deployment District” also builds a bridge for establishing the C-V2X ecosystem in Atlanta, as OEMs progress from pilot projects toward production-ready architectures. Live demonstrations by 5GAA members and other industry leaders illustrated how C-V2X can offer immediate public value through:

• Faster emergency response with traffic signal preemption and real-time alerts
• Enhancing safety for vulnerable road users
• Lower local agency expenses, reducing costs for school buses and public fleets
• Streamlining tolling and parking through seamless digital transactions

John F. Kwant, Executive Director Americas, 5GAA, said, “Atlanta’s Day One Deployment District proves that C-V2X is ready for prime time. As the global cross-industry association for connected vehicle technologies, 5GAA has worked with its members, public agencies, and technology leaders to turn C-V2X deployment guides into reality. This milestone shows what’s possible when we align standards, infrastructure, and industry commitment”.

With the “Day One Deployment District” anchoring C-V2X in Atlanta, opportunities will also emerge for streamlined revenue streams for local agencies and toll operators. The deployment confirms the State of Georgia’s position as a champion of connected-transportation innovation.

Please see our brochure about the 5GAA members’ innovations here.

About the 5GAA

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) is a global, cross-industry organization of more than 110 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 vehicles, and intelligent transport solutions based on C-V2X. For more information about 5GAA, please visit www.5gaa.org. Media contact: marcom@5gaa.org

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[1] The Economic and Societal Impact of Motor Vehicle Crashes, 2019 (Revised): https://crashstats.nhtsa.dot.gov/Api/Public/ViewPublication/813403.pdf

Connected and Automated Vehicles are expected to make critical decisions based on data from external sources, yet current approaches to security and safety do not address a fundamental question: How much can the content of this data be trusted?

This White Paper tackles this largely unsolved problem by introducing a dynamic trust assessment framework centred on Actual Trustworthiness Level and Required Trustworthiness Level – metrics that quantify the residual uncertainty about whether external data or system behavior can be trusted based on available evidence and how much trust is needed to meet the operational and safety requirements of the current context. This methodology is intentionally designed to be generic, allowing for different implementations that adapt to evolving operational and organizational contexts. A detailed Automated Emergency Braking use case illustrates how the methodology can be instantiated in a real-world scenario.

The Paper concludes by identifying open standardization gaps and proposing directions for future harmonization of trust assessment in cooperative and connected mobility ecosystems.

Read and download the full White Paper here.

The 5G Automotive Association is organising the online session “Securing North American V2X Deployments: Introducing the 5GAA SCMS Certificate Policy”.

• Date & Time:  Tuesday, 9 September 2025
• Location: 8:00 am PT / 11:00 am EDT / 5:00 pm CEST

As connected vehicle and smart transportation deployments begin to take shape across the US and Canada, trust and security in C-V2X communications are becoming foundational to enabling a wide range of applications.

Experts from 5GAA, BMW Group, Qualcomm, and Microsec V2X PKI Inc. are joining this online session to present:

• How C-V2X communications can enhance road safety, support connected and automated mobility, and enable future transportation services, including the critical role of security in ensuring these capabilities function.
• The technical architecture and operational model of SCMS Certificate Policy, and how the policy enables secure V2I message exchange across public and private deployments, facilitates cross-OEM interoperability, and fosters a competitive ecosystem of SCMS providers and vehicle platforms.

If you are interested, you can register here.

Meet the Speakers

• Joachim Göthel, Senior Manager E/E-Systems & 5G Alliance, BMW Group, & Founding Board Member, 5GAA
• William Whyte, Senior Director, Technical Standards, Qualcomm
• Peter Lorinczy, Technical Solutions Lead, Microsec V2X PKI Inc.

Agenda

• Opening Remarks: BMW Perspective on V2X Momentum and Security Foundations (Joachim Göthel)
• Technical Deep Dive: SCMS Certificate Policy, Interoperability and Ecosystem Enablement (William Whyte & Peter Lorinczy)
• Q&A

Motivations for C-V2X include augmenting automated vehicles with non-line-of-sight awareness and cooperative intention sharing, supporting V2X-based tolling over the 5.9 GHz ITS spectrum, enhancing road safety and protection of vulnerable road users (VRUs), and improving traffic efficiency. V2X messages—such as Basic Safety Messages (BSMs), Signal Phase and Timing (SPaT), and Cooperative Perception Messages (CPMs)—require robust security to ensure message integrity and authenticity.

These messages unlock a variety of use cases that depend on trusted and anonymous communications between vehicles, infrastructure, and other road users.

To support these needs, 5GAA has released its SCMS Certificate Policy, a set of rules tailored to the North American ecosystem. Developed by 5GAA Working Group 7 on Cybersecurity, the policy reflects input from automakers, suppliers, semiconductor leaders, PKI providers, telecom infrastructure vendors, and broader industry stakeholders—including feedback from transportation agencies and industry organisations.

Whether you are a policymaker, technology developer, or part of the transportation ecosystem, this is your opportunity to connect with these industry leaders and better understand the security foundations of North American C-V2X deployments.

For more information, please contact marcom@5gaa.org

The 5G Automotive Association is organising the online session “Introducing a Framework for Dynamic Trustworthiness Assessment in Cooperative and Automated Vehicles”.

• Date & Time: Thursday, 2 October 2025, 16:00 – 17:00 CEST
• Location: Microsoft Teams Webinar (Online)

Connected and Automated Vehicles are expected to make critical decisions based on data from external sources, yet current approaches to security and safety do not address a fundamental question: How much can the content of this data be trusted?

This Online Session will present 5GAA’s new White Paper “A Framework for Dynamic Trustworthiness Assessment in Cooperative and Automated Vehicles“, which tackles this largely unsolved problem by introducing a dynamic trust assessment framework centred on Actual Trustworthiness Level and Required Trustworthiness Level – metrics that quantify the residual uncertainty about whether external data or system behavior can be trusted based on available evidence and how much trust is needed to meet the operational and safety requirements of the current context.

Experts from 5GAA, Huawei and DENSO will join this online session to present the content of the White Paper, as well as its methodology and goals.

If you are interested, you can register here.

Meet the Speakers

• Ioannis Krontiris, Senior Research Engineer – Security, Privacy and Trust, Huawei, Trust4CAV 5GAA Work Item Lead
• Alexander Kiening, Technical Manager Security R&D Europe, DENSO

Agenda

• Introduction (16.00 – 16.05)
• Quantifying Trust in Cooperative and Automated Vehicles (16.05 – 16.25)
• Acting on Trust: Setting the bar for taking decisions (16.25 – 16.45)
• Q&A (16.45 – 17.00)

Whether you are a policymaker, researcher, or part of the automotive and mobility ecosystem, this is your chance to engage with industry experts and explore the foundations of dynamic trust assessment in Connected and Automated Vehicles – a crucial step toward ensuring safer, more reliable C-V2X deployments.

For more information, please contact marcom@5gaa.org