Driving Forward: 5GAA 2024 Annual Report Showcases Momentum in C-V2X Deployment 

Driving Forward: 5GAA 2024 Annual Report Showcases Momentum in C-V2X Deployment 

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting the association’s continued progress toward the global deployment of Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology and the realisation of connected mobility solutions. The report outlines 5GAA’s milestones and achievements over the past year across strategic areas such as policy engagement, standardisation, technical innovation, and global collaboration. 

In 2024, 5GAA brought together over 110 member organisations from across the globe, reflecting a truly international footprint in advancing connected mobility. The membership spanned Europe (45%), Asia (31%), and the Americas (24%), and included 10 of the top 15 global automakers, 8 of the top 10 mobile network operators, and 2 leading smartphone manufacturers. 

Beyond its core membership, 5GAA also strengthened ties with more than 40 external organisations, with new cooperation agreements signed with the Chinese Institute of Communications and the Automotive Edge Computing Consortium. 

Find out more about our activities and download the document.

Driving the Future: 5GAA Brings First-Ever Satellite and 5G-V2X Direct Vehicle Connectivity to Life in Paris

Driving the Future: 5GAA Brings First-Ever Satellite and 5G-V2X Direct Vehicle Connectivity to Life in Paris

  • In a global premiere, 5GAA members demonstrated connected vehicles using non-terrestrial networks (NTN), complementing terrestrial 4G and 5G networks
  • The event featured the first on-the-road, live-traffic demonstration of 5G-V2X Direct technology capabilities for advanced connected mobility services
  • 5GAA members showcased ready-to-deploy vehicle-to-network (V2N) technologies improving road safety in real traffic conditions.

PARIS, 15 May 2025 — For the first time worldwide, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) showcased connected vehicles using non-terrestrial networks (NTN) for emergency messaging, as well as 5G-V2X Direct for advanced detection of vulnerable road users (VRU) in real-traffic conditions. 5GAA members also demonstrated the readily available capabilities of Vehicle-to-Network (V2N) services.

Today, we saw real vehicles on real roads, connected through cutting-edge technologies such as satellite, 5G-V2X Direct and commercial networks. This is the future of automotive connectivity, and it’s closer than you think,” said 5GAA Chairman Christoph Voigt.

5GAA members, vehicle manufacturers BMW Group and Stellantis and technology partners Anritsu,Cubic³, Deutsche Telekom, HARMAN, Jember, LG Electronics, Qualcomm Technologies, MediaTek, Rohde & Schwarz, Rolling Wireless, Skylo, VEDECOM Institute and Viasat demonstrated NTN satellite connectivity. Demonstrations focused respectively on realising hazard warning and emergency messaging use cases in the vehicle, as well as illustrating how NTN will complement terrestrial 4G and 5G networks in the future. Demonstrations on public roads emphasised the vision of how NTN can support ubiquitous automotive connectivity for connected services with seamless integration and switching between NTN and terrestrial networks to enable voice communication. In the future, car drivers may not even realise that satellite connectivity is being established instead of using a terrestrial network. According to 5GAA 2030 Roadmap, the initial market deployment of satellite connectivity in vehicles is expected by 2027 (based on IoT NTN 3GPP Release 17).

Anritsu, Keysight Technologies, Rohde & Schwarz, and MediaTek complemented the NTN demonstrations with parallel test equipment measurements for performance verification.

For the first time on the road, 5GAA member Valeo, in collaboration with Marben, demonstrated 5G-V2X Direct, in which two vehicles shared sensor data, triggering a warning of a pedestrian crossing at an obstructed intersection. This demonstration illustrated how 5G-V2X Direct (based on 3GPP Release 16) will enable vulnerable road users’ advanced protection by leveraging sensors and camera feeds from other vehicles to alert drivers, paving the way for smarter mobility. As per the 5GAA Visionary 2030 Roadmap, 5G-V2X is expected to be mass-deployed in commercial vehicle models starting from the time horizon 2026-2029.

The public road demonstrations continued with V2N technology for road users’ protection. 5GAA members, including Nokia, Orange, Stellantis, Valeo, and VEDECOM Institute, showcased interoperable V2X Platforms with vehicles, mobile applications and smart intersections (equipped with cameras and connected via the 5G networks) sharing collective perception to enhance road users’ safety. Additionally, HARMAN and u-blox showcased Emergency Electronic Brake Light (EEBL) near-real-time alerts to prevent hard braking events, in line with the upcoming 2026 Euro NCAP local hazard requirements, and used precise positioning techniques to prevent false alerts.

5GAA members Rohde & Schwarz, S.E.A., Keysight and Orange alsoexhibited Next Generation Emergency Call (NG eCall) verification and network performance.

The event, hosted by Telecom-Paris, highlighted how 5GAA is developing new standards for safety and innovation in automotive connectivity in Europe and globally.

Please see our brochure about the Paris demonstrations here.

A French version of this press release is also available for our French-speaking audience here.

Discover What Our 5GAA Members Are Saying here.

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.

ITS European Congress – Seville 2025

ITS European Congress – Seville 2025

Title: Emergent technologies: data and services for mobility
Date & Time: Tuesday, 20 May 2025 | 11:45 – 12:45
Location: Room Paris F, ITS European Congress, Seville

5GAA’s Special Interest Session brings together leading voices from the automotive and transport sectors to explore how vehicle-generated data is transforming mobility services across Europe.

This session will examine how advanced cellular connectivity and robust data exchange frameworks are enabling innovative applications that deliver real value for both public authorities and private stakeholders. With real-world examples from national road operators and ministries, the discussion will highlight how connected vehicle data is already supporting road maintenance, traffic management, and emergency services.

Participants will delve into the potential of public-private collaboration in shaping a more efficient, safe, and sustainable mobility ecosystem.

Moderator: Maxime Flament, 5G Automotive Association

Speakers:

  • Ilka Katharina Bas, Mercedes-Benz AG
  • Per-Olof Svensk, Swedish Transport Administration
  • Erik Vrijens, Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management

5GAA to Host High-Level Conference and Live Demos in Paris

5GAA to Host High-Level Conference and Live Demos in Paris

On 15 May 2025, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) will host a full day of high-level discussions and real-world demonstrations in Paris, spotlighting the latest V2X innovations in France and across Europe.

The day will begin with the “France 2030 & Beyond: Accelerating Connected Mobility” conference at La Défense. This conference will gather key industry leaders, policymakers, and regulatory experts to discuss the future of V2X in France and Europe, focusing on cooperative, connected, and automated mobility (CCAM).

Discussions will focus on accelerating the market deployment of CCAM technologies and the key enablers needed for future mobility. Highlights include expert panels on what the automotive industry needs to scale connected mobility services and the role of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) in delivering large-scale, reliable V2X solutions.

In the afternoon, participants will travel to Paris-Saclay, to experience first-hand the latest C-V2X innovations by 5GAA members in the Paris Télécom University area:

  • First-ever demonstration of NTN technology applications for the automotive sector, allowing for seamless ubiquitous connectivity.
  • Vehicle-to-Network (V2N) services showcase for Vulnerable Road Users’ protection at intersections and safety alerts between vehicles in case of hard braking ahead, toemphasize the market readiness and fast-scaling potential of network-based technologies.
  • First-ever on-road 5G-V2X Direct (3GPP Release 16) demonstration of sensor-sharing between vehicles for Vulnerable Road Users (VRU) detection at an obstructed intersection, on-road and in real-traffic conditions.

Stay tuned for more information, event highlights and key takeaways, which will be shared on the 5GAA website and social media following the conference!

If you wish to participate, contact us at marcom@5gaa.org.

We look forward to welcoming you to Paris for this groundbreaking event!

Check out the event’s agenda.

Join us In Paris! 

The 5GAA’s tech demonstrations offer an unparalleled opportunity to learn from industry leaders and explore the future of automotive connectivity.

If you would like to attend physically the media tour from 10:30 to 12:30 pm CEST or request interviews with key speakers and experts, please contact us at marcom@5gaa.org

For further information

Please see our brochure about the Paris demonstrations here:

https://5gaa.org/content/uploads/2025/05/5gaa-paris-demos-media-kit-14.05.2025.pdf

Media contactmarcom@5GAA.org

5GAA Conference: France 2030 & Beyond: Accelerating Connected Mobility

5GAA Conference: France 2030 & Beyond: Accelerating Connected Mobility

On 15 May 2025, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) will host a full day of high-level discussions and real-world demonstrations in Paris, spotlighting the latest V2X innovations in France and across Europe.

Check out the event’s agenda.

5GAA Workshop – ‘Gearing Towards Advanced V2X Use Cases: the impact of ETSI Release 2 standards’

5GAA Workshop – ‘Gearing Towards Advanced V2X Use Cases: the impact of ETSI Release 2 standards’

On 11 September, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) will host its workshop ‘Gearing Towards Advanced V2X Use Cases: the impact of ETSI Release 2 standards’ at the ETSI C-V2X Plugtests hosted by DEKRA with the support of the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association.

During this half-day workshop, 5GAA aims to convene key players in the C-V2X ecosystem. The workshop will feature presentations and discussions on the impact of ETSI Release 2 standards, offering insights into the future of C-V2X for the automotive industry. The technical agenda will highlight advancements in 5G-V2X Direct, ETSI Release 2 messages, and security.

With five presentations followed by an open discussion, ecosystem stakeholders will have the opportunity to discuss the impact of ETSI Release 2 standards – including Collective Perception Services (CPS) and Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs).

Find the agenda here.

Experience the Future of Connected Mobility at MWC 2025 with 5GAA

Experience the Future of Connected Mobility at MWC 2025 with 5GAA

Join us at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, taking place from March 3-6 at the Fira Gran Via in Barcelona, to explore the latest advancements in connected-vehicle technologies.

Many connected-vehicle services are becoming mission-critical. Customers want ubiquitous connectivity. Today it comes via the cellular networks, tomorrow also via satellite communications. Networks also need to be resilient, or available even under exceptional conditions such as disaster scenarios or periods of overwhelmingly high network usage.

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) brings together leading players from the telecommunications, automotive, and technology industries to drive innovation in mobility. This year, At MWCB 2025, 5GAA members will showcase the latest connected vehicle technologies including ubiquitous, reliable, and low latency connectivity using cellular, NTN, multi-access edge computing, and C-V2X Direct.

Visit the 5GAA booth in Hall 6, Stand 6E64, and tour our members’ stands to see firsthand how we are shaping the future of mobility.

Exclusive Press Tour

Media representatives are invited to join a guided press tour, featuring insights from 5GAA CTO Maxime Flament and representatives from BMW and Verizon, along with exclusive visits to the stands of Harman, Deutsche Telekom, Ericsson, Huawei, MediaTek, Nokia, Keysight Technologies, Anritsu, and Rohde & Schwarz. Journalists interested in participating can register by contacting us at marcom@5gaa.org.

5GAA at MWC 2025

Our CTO Maxime Flament will speak at several key sessions throughout the week, including:
Digital Infrastructure of the Future: Shaping Europe’s Competitive Edge
Security Summit: Post-Quantum Cryptography and its Relevance to Connected Mobility
GSMA’s Global 5G Alliances Summit
GSMA’s Smart Mobility Summit: Building the backbone: The Infrastructure Behind Modern Mobility

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

5GAA Conference and C-V2X Showcases in Berlin

5GAA Conference and C-V2X Showcases in Berlin

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) will be hosting a conference and C-V2X technology demonstrations on 24 October in Berlin, Germany.

The conference , ‘Scaling up connected mobility: What’s next for Germany and Europe?’ will discuss the latest developments in connected mobility policy and technology. Find the agenda here.

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) will host a technology demonstration event in Berlin on 24 October, showcasing the potential of Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology to redefine mobility across Europe. The event will take place with 5GAA members, leaders from the automotive, telecommunications and technology sectors; it will feature over 10 indoor and outdoor demonstrations that address both critical safety and advanced applications. Download the brochure here

Both events will take place on 24 October at the Steigenberger Hotel am Kanzleramt in Berlin. For more information and registration, you can contact liaison@5gaa.org.

Gearing Towards Advanced V2X Use Cases: the impact of ETSI Release 2 standards

Gearing Towards Advanced V2X Use Cases: the impact of ETSI Release 2 standards

In partnership with 5GAA and with the support of the European Commission and European Free Trade Association, DEKRA is hosting the 4th ETSI C-V2X Plugtests™ event at Parque Tecnológico in Málaga, Spain from 10-13 September.

During the week, ETSI and DEKRA will enable On-Board-Units (OBUs), Roadside-Units (RSUs) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKIs) vendors to run interoperability test sessions to assess the level of interoperability of their implementation and validate the understanding of the standards. This edition of the Plugtests will focus on direct communication between devices using ETSI TC ITS Release 2 standards, including Collective Perception Services (CPS) and Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs).

5GAA will organise a half-day workshop on 11 September to bring together some key players in the C-V2X ecosystem and discuss the impact of ETSI Release 2 standards. The speakers will provide insights on the future of C-V2X for the automotive industries, while the workshop’s technical agenda will demonstrate progress made on 5G-V2X Direct, ETSI Release 2 messages and security.

To view the agenda, click here.

Friends of 5GAA

Friends of 5GAA

5GAA’s members have created a work-stream dedicated to addressing issues of interest and concern to the Infrastructure Owners-Operators and Road Authorities community.

With multiple engagement platforms and tailored content, US IOOs and the overall road infrastructure operators community can learn more about the superior safety benefits of C-V2X technology and engage with a growing ecosystem of telecom providers, chipset makers, and auto OEMs to identify synergies, opportunities, and potential business models to accelerate and streamline deployment of this life-saving technology.

Membership will allow 5GAA, road operators community to continue the productive conversations initiated e.g. with US IOOs during the C-V2X Workshop for North American Transportation Planning and North American Road Operators in Washington D.C (April 2018), where 5GAA presented a vision for a connected future (here) or European National Road Administrations (NRAs) and road infrastructure operators during a similar C-V2X Workshop and Demonstration in Paris, France (July 2018).

C-V2X Waiver Orders

Download the complete FAQ list here.

For any questions regarding our future activities and future engagement opportunities, please email us at liaison@5gaa.org.

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