Connectivity

Opinion 9 Sep 2021

Why should the UK continue to invest in connected and automated mobility?

TRL’s Paul Campion responds to the Government's call for evidence on where the UK can be globally competitive in connected and automated mobility.

Renault Megane E-Tech infotainment system

Qualcomm works with Google to bring in-vehicle experiences to Renault

Qualcomm Technologies has announced it will work with Google and Renault to design an in-vehicle experience for Renault’s next-generation electric vehicle (EV).

Reports 12 Aug 2021

UK transport vision 2050

Innovate UK's UK transport vision 2050 sets out what the UK transport system may look like in 2050 and the likely steps to achieving it.

Innovate UK launches 2050 transport vision

Innovate UK has launched a new study setting out what the UK transport system may look like in 2050 and the likely steps to achieving it.

TfWM appoints Anne Shaw as interim managing director

Anne Shaw has been appointed the interim managing director of Transport for West Midlands (TfWM).

Consultation launched to shape future of Oxford-Cambridge Arc

Oxford-Cambridge Arc residents are being given the opportunity to contribute to the long-term development of the area as part of a Government consultation.

‘Big data’ is helping to reduce traffic congestion

Transport minister Rachel Maclean has been shown how more than three million pieces of data a day from the West Midland’s road network is helping reduce congestion.

Goodyear launches AI tyre solution for cargo vans

A tyre solution that utilises artificial intelligence (AI) and sensors to help predict breakdowns has been launched for last-mile delivery and cargo vans.

Birmingham hosting autonomous driving trial

Birmingham is hosting the Project Endeavour autonomous driving trial as it enters its next phase on public roads.

Opinion 29 Apr 2021

'Self-driving' cars: is the infrastructure ready to ensure they're safe?

With 'self-driving' cars set to be on UK roads later this year, Steve Nash, CEO of the IMI, questions whether the infrastructure is ready to ensure they’re safe

New behavioural AI system could prevent 90% of crashes

A new behavioural artificial intelligence (AI) system claims to prevent more than 90% of crashes by predicting the actions of pedestrians and other road users.

Geotab appoints Christoph Ludewig as VP OEM Europe

Smart Transport member Geotab has appointed Christoph Ludewig as vice president OEM, Europe.

West Midlands trials 5G connected tram

West Midlands 5G (WM5G) has developed a 5G-connected tram as part of a regional transport trial.

Google Maps to offer transport and parking payment in-app

Google is rolling out functionality within its Maps service for users to pay for public transport and parking directly through the app.

Opinion 10 Dec 2020

What lessons can transport ticketing learn from trouble in telecoms?

Philippe Vappereau, chairman of CNA, explains what the smart transport ticketing suppliers can learn from the troubles in the telecoms industry.

Government extends consultation on National Data Strategy

The Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport has extended its consultation on its National Data Strategy by a week to 11:45pm on December 9.

Government seeks views on future of rural transport

Drone deliveries, digital mapping, apps and e-bikes are all being considered to improve transport connectivity in rural areas.

Shanghai named international Smart City of 2020

Shanghai has been named Smart City of 2020 due to its digital infrastructure, e-government services and the integration of information technology and industry.

ChargePoint and Apple launch vehicle charging data integration

ChargePoint and Apple’s CarPlay have launched an integration to show vehicle charging data on all compatible vehicle infotainment displays.

Skedgo and Motiontag collaborate on travel behaviour tech

Skedgo and Motiontag are collaborating with new technology to help transport planners measure changes in travel behaviour.