The Two Ideal Connections on the Road
The first goal: to allow communication between all road users. Take
the following example to understand how the technology will work. It’s not
uncommon for drivers in busy, urban areas to overlook or miss pedestrians,
scooter riders, cyclists both on the road and as they’re crossing the street.
With C-V2X technology, a rider with a Bluetooth-enabled phone can both send and
receive information about their location to ensure it’s safe to cross. Multiple
wireless communication tools include Bluetooth, C-V2X equipped vehicles, and
other short-range communication channels including GPS mounts, traffic signals,
and cell phones.
The second goal: to reduce congestion and
accidents at intersections. In this example, we have four C-V2X equipped
vehicles approaching a four way stop—if it’s dark, or in the case of future
autonomous vehicles, it may get tricky gesturing to other cars or determining
who has the right away. With C-V2X, each vehicle would be notified with a STOP
or GO signal inside their vehicle based on who approached the intersection
first. This reading and communication occurs effortlessly while working with
other C-V2X infrastructure in the city.
To perform at full potential, the C-V2X technology will have to be
implemented within the grand transportation ecosystem in each city. With
everyone on board, including government agencies and other automakers, all
drivers, riders, walkers, and city/state/federal vehicles and services are more
apt to utilize the technology. This could raise the bar for connectivity on the
road—a connectivity that’s committed to safety, efficiency, and stability.
Borgman Ford fully supports any technology that can improve safety and
performance standards, and can’t wait to hear more from Ford! In the mean time,
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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
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