Verizon Business has introduced the Edge Transportation Exchange, an innovative Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication platform that utilizes 5G, LTE, and mobile edge computing to facilitate real-time data sharing among vehicles, infrastructure, and road users.
The platform is designed to enhance safety and traffic efficiency by providing features such as alerts for vulnerable road users, updates on weather and road conditions, and information on traffic signals. By employing a virtual architecture, it eliminates the need for expensive physical roadside units, making it a cost-effective solution for governments and municipalities.
This article highlights Verizon Business’ launch of the Edge Transportation Exchange, a cutting-edge V2X communication platform that leverages 5G technology for real-time data sharing in the transportation sector.
Key partners in this initiative include Volkswagen Group of America, Arizona Commerce Authority, Delaware Department of Transportation, and Rutgers University CAIT, all of whom are implementing the platform for various safety and connectivity applications.
Shamik Basu, Vice President of Strategic Connectivity & IoT at Verizon Business, emphasized the platform’s ability to transform cars into software-defined mobile devices that harness connected technology for the benefit of all road users. Partners like Volkswagen and Rutgers are exploring diverse applications such as pedestrian awareness, toll payment, school-zone safety, and intersection management.
Arizona Commerce Authority and Delaware are also actively testing features like pedestrian detection, work zone notifications, red-light warnings, and water-on-road alerts. The collaboration between automakers, tech developers, and governments facilitated by the Edge Transportation Exchange is driving innovation and scalability in the realm of connected transportation solutions.
Verizon’s ThingSpace IoT platform serves as the central hub for development, positioning this solution as a foundational element for the future of connected and automated transportation.
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