WASHINGTON, D.C., April 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --
C-V2X Communications' Superior
Performance, Synergies with Telematics Units and Evolutionary Path
Towards 5G Offers Greater Potential to Save Lives; World's First
Showcase Across Vehicle Manufacturers Shows Readiness for Industry
Deployment as Early as 2020
5G Automotive Association (5GAA), Audi
AG (NASDAQ: AUDVF), Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) and Qualcomm
Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ:
QCOM), announced today the world's first demonstration for Cellular
Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) direct communications technology
operating across vehicles from different manufacturers. C-V2X is a
global solution for V2X communications to support improved
automotive safety, automated driving, and traffic efficiency, and
is the only V2X technology based on globally recognized
3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) specifications
with ongoing evolution designed to offer forward compatibility with
5G, and leveraging upper layer protocols defined by the automotive
industry, including Society of Automotive Engineering (SAE) and the
European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI)
organizations. The demonstration showcased the benefits of using
C-V2X real-time direct communications on the globally harmonized
5.9 GHz ITS spectrum for vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) collision
avoidance and improved road safety without any dependency on
cellular operator network involvement, credentials or coverage. The
organizations also unveiled initial field test results showing a
significant range, reliability and performance advantage of C-V2X
direct communications, with more than twice the range and improved
reliability compared to 802.11p radio technology. Based on C-V2X's
potential to enhance safety and save lives, the 5GAA, Audi, Ford
and Qualcomm Technologies encourage the broad automotive ecosystem
to accelerate adoption of C-V2X, which is expected to be deployed
as early as 2020.
Featuring Audi and Ford vehicles which incorporate the C-V2X
technology utilizing the C-V2X chipset from Qualcomm Technologies,
the showcase exhibited various scenarios of how C-V2X
communications is beneficial for road safety. These scenarios
included situations with obstructed or no visibility, including
Left Turn Assist and Emergency Electronic Brake Light use cases, in
which vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications alerted surrounding
vehicles when cars were turning left or braking. Additional
use cases were featured, including a vulnerable road user (VRU)
demonstration showcasing what can be possible with future
vehicle-to-pedestrian (V2P) communications. Use cases for
vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communication were also
demonstrated, which showcased how direct communications can work
closely with traffic signal controllers to ensure reduction in
carbon emissions and optimization of traffic efficiency in
cluttered intersections and dense environments.
C-V2X is supported by a broad automotive ecosystem, that
includes the fast-growing global organization 5GAA, which currently
has over 80 members comprised of leading automakers, Tier-1
suppliers, software developers, mobile operators, semiconductor
companies, test equipment vendors, telecom suppliers, traffic
signal suppliers and road operators.
Designed with a focus on security, C-V2X benefits from
established security transport layers and application protocols
defined by the automotive standards communities, including SAE,
ETSI, International Standards Organization (ISO), and Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 1609, and Qualcomm's
decades of investment in cellular technologies. C-V2X solutions are
expected to be more cost efficient and economical over competing
technologies as this functionality gets integrated into the base
cellular modem product that automakers equip in every vehicle.
"We are excited to witness this monumental breakthrough in the
evolution of C-V2X and the growing momentum behind this life-saving
technology," said Christoph Voigt,
Chairman of 5GAA. "After years of development supported by
leading carmakers, technology providers and the automotive
ecosystem at large, C-V2X is ready to improve road safety with
deployment in production vehicles and road infrastructure as soon
as 2020, leveraging a state-of-the-art proven radio with
decade-long developed automotive software protocols. This unique
showcase firstly demonstrates the commitment of our members to
ensure that the potential of the C-V2X technology is realized and
represents a key step towards the next generation of cellular
technology, 5G."
"C-V2X is critical to enhance road safety and also gives us a
look into the key role that vehicle-to-vehicle and 5G wireless
technologies play in the future of Audi and the automotive industry
in general to support autonomous driving," said Gerhard Stanzl, Head of Predevelopment Smart
Mobility and Machine Learning, Audi Electronics Venture. "This
interoperability demonstration marks a major milestone on the road
to safer driving and we look forward to working alongside the
extensive automotive ecosystem in helping accelerate C-V2X
deployment globally."
"With its ability to safely and securely connect vehicles, along
with its evolution into 5G, C-V2X is integral to Ford's vision for
transportation and the cities of the future in which all cars and
infrastructure collaborate speaking the same language," said
Don Butler, Executive director
connected vehicle platform and product, Ford Motor Company. "We are
very encouraged by preliminary test results which support our
belief that C-V2X has superior V2X communication capabilities. We
are also very pleased to see strong ecosystem support of product
roadmaps that accelerates time to market for C-V2X."
"At Qualcomm Technologies, we are committed to accelerating
automotive innovation and enabling carmakers to deliver safe and
connected vehicles, and we strongly believe that C-V2X can offer
significant improvements in road safety for people worldwide," said
Nakul Duggal, vice president of
product management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "After years
spearheading the development of C-V2X we are ready for its rollout
in collaboration with leading automakers such as Audi and Ford, and
the larger auto industry."
5GAA, Audi, Ford and Qualcomm Technologies are scheduled to
showcase another live C-V2X interoperability demonstration at the
upcoming Intelligent Transportation Society of America (ITS-A)
World Meeting in Detroit from
June 4-7. Initial test results
showing significant lifesaving benefits of C-V2X direct
communications compared against the 802.11p solution can be found
here. For more information on C-V2X please visit here.
About 5GAA
The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) is a global cross-industry
organization of companies from the automotive, technology and
telecommunications industries (ICT), working together to develop
end-to-end solutions for future mobility and transportation
services. Created in 2016, the Association is comprised of over 80
members whose mission is to develop, test and promote
communications solutions, initiate their standardization and
accelerate their commercial availability and global market
penetration, to address society's connected mobility and road
safety needs with applications such as automated driving,
ubiquitous access to services and integration into smart city and
intelligent transportation. For more information, visit 5GAA's
website , LinkedIn and Twitter pages.
About Audi
The Audi Group, with its brands Audi, Ducati and Lamborghini, is
one of the most successful manufacturers of automobiles and
motorcycles in the premium segment. It is present in more than 100
markets worldwide and produces at 16 locations in twelve countries.
100 percent subsidiaries of AUDI AG
include Audi Sport GmbH (Neckarsulm), Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A.
(Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy) and
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. (Bologna, Italy).
In 2017, the Audi Group delivered to customers about 1.878
million automobiles of the Audi brand, 3,815 sports cars of the
Lamborghini brand and 55,900 motorcycles of the Ducati brand. In
the 2017 fiscal year, AUDI AG
achieved total revenue of €60.1 billion and an operating profit of
€5.1 billion. At present, approximately 90,000 people work for the
company all over the world, more than 60,000 of them in
Germany. Audi focuses on
sustainable products and technologies for the future of
mobility.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs,
manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford cars,
trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial
services through Ford Motor Credit Company and is pursuing
leadership positions in electrification, autonomous vehicles and
mobility solutions. Ford employs approximately 202,000 people
worldwide. For more information regarding Ford, its products and
Ford Motor Credit Company, please visit
http://www.corporate.ford.com.
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm invents breakthrough technologies that transform how
the world connects and communicates. When we connected the phone to
the Internet, the mobile revolution was born. Today, our
inventions are the foundation for life-changing products,
experiences, and industries. As we lead the world to 5G, we
envision this next big change in cellular technology spurring a new
era of intelligent, connected devices and enabling new
opportunities in connected cars, remote delivery of health care
services, and the IoT - including smart cities, smart homes, and
wearables. Qualcomm Incorporated includes our licensing business,
QTL, and the vast majority of our patent portfolio. Qualcomm
Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated,
operates, along with its subsidiaries, all of our engineering,
research and development functions, and all of our products and
services businesses, including, the QCT semiconductor business. For
more information, visit Qualcomm's website, OnQ
blog, Twitter and Facebook pages.
Contacts
Lisa Boch-Andersen
Senior Director, Strategic Communication and Marketing, 5GAA
Email: lisa.boch-andersen@5GAA.org
Mobile phone: +32-(0)-475450972