News: The Government of India is preparing to roll out Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication technology by end of 2026.
About Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) Communication Technology
- Vehicle-to-vehicle communication technology is a wireless system that allows vehicles to directly exchange safety data without using mobile or internet networks.
- Objective: The primary objective is to lower the risk of collisions and chain accidents by providing advance warnings about sudden traffic changes.
- Working mechanisms
- Internal communication unit: Vehicles will be fitted with an internal communication unit that can transmit and receive signals from other vehicles on the road.
- Continuously shares details: While moving, each vehicle continuously shares details such as position, speed, direction, and braking status with surrounding vehicles.
- Dedicated radio frequency: This exchange uses a dedicated radio frequency authorised by the Department of Telecommunications and does not depend on mobile or internet services.
- Immediate alerts: When the system identifies risks like sudden deceleration, close distance, or vehicles approaching from blind spots, it immediately alerts the driver.
- In vehicles equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, these alerts can support timely automatic responses.
- Key features
- All-round communication: The technology enables vehicles to exchange information from the front, rear, and sides, ensuring complete situational awareness.
- Hidden hazard alerts: It provides immediate warnings about dangers that are not directly visible to the driver.
- Low-visibility safety: The system reduces accident risks during foggy or poor visibility conditions on highways.
- Network-free integration: It works without mobile networks and strengthens the performance of existing driver assistance systems.
- Concern: The technology requires large-scale adoption to be effective, adds extra cost for vehicle buyers, operates within a limited range, and initially provides only warning-based assistance.
