26. 8. 2026

Digital Twin Standardisation Could Make Transport Decarbonisation More Systematic

Researchers at Cranfield University have developed a new standardized framework for transport digital twins, adapting the manufacturing standard ISO-23247 to help decarbonize road, rail, air, and maritime networks.

26. 8. 2026

AI Dashcams Are Moving from Recording Risky Driving to Predicting It

Motive has introduced new AI-powered driver safety capabilities—including Lane Swerving Detection, Smoking Detection, and Forward Parking Detection—designed to identify early and reliable indicators of high-risk driving.

18. 8. 2026

Open 4D LiDAR Data Is Giving Autonomous Driving Research a New Benchmark

Aeva has released AevaScenes, the industry's first open-access dataset combining synchronized multi-sensor FMCW 4D LiDAR and camera data with direct object velocity measurements . Featuring 100 curated urban and highway sequences with ultra-long range annotations up to 400 meters, the dataset is designed to accelerate research in autonomous vehicle perception, tracking, and motion forecasting.

17. 8. 2026

Driver Monitoring Systems Are Expanding the Way Vehicle Impairment Can Be Detected

Seeing Machines’ latest technical paper highlights how Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) assess driver impairment in real time by focusing on functional capability rather than unreliable chemical concentration thresholds . This cause-agnostic approach directly evaluates operational capacity relative to driving demands to effectively reduce crash risks.

10. 8. 2026

Cycling Data Is Becoming an Essential Part of Europe's Digital Mobility Infrastructure

The Velo-city 2026 conference focused in several thematic sessions on the growing importance and availability of cycling data, which local authorities are increasingly requiring for urban management, the development of strategic measures, and scientific research.

10. 8. 2026

Multi-Sensor Cameras Are Expanding the Role of Intelligent Infrastructure in Smart Cities

IQSight (formerly known as Bosch Video Systems) has expanded its portfolio with the modular multisensor Flexidome multi+ 7100i camera, designed to meet the needs of smart cities, transportation systems, and critical infrastructure.

28. 7. 2026

Real-Time Parking Information Is Making Long-Haul Trucking Safer and More Efficient

HERE Technologies has integrated Toll Collect's truck parking occupancy data into the HERE WeGo Pro app. This enables drivers to plan mandatory rest breaks more efficiently using real-time parking availability information, helping reduce unnecessary traffic and improve road safety.

28. 7. 2026

Satellite Connectivity Is Expanding the Safety Capabilities of Connected Vehicles

HARMAN and Viasat are integrating satellite voice calling into vehicles through the Ready Connect platform. The technology ensures connectivity even in areas without cellular coverage, enhancing safety and providing reliable access to emergency services wherever the journey leads..

22. 7. 2026

Berlin Is Bringing Cooperative Traffic Signals Closer to Everyday Urban Mobility

Berlin is implementing a C-ITS trial that enables traffic lights to communicate directly with connected vehicles to optimize traffic efficiency and road safety . By providing real-time signal timing data, this Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) technology supports smoother driving decisions and serves as a vital building block for the next generation of automated urban mobility.

22. 7. 2026

Next-Generation eCall Testing Is Strengthening Emergency Communications for Connected Vehicles

Keysight’s new hybrid eCall certification ensures reliable emergency communication for connected vehicles during the transition to 5G . This solution allows manufacturers to verify that life-saving systems remain compliant and interoperable as older mobile networks are phased out across Europe.

16. 7. 2026

Smarter Parking Sensors Make Cities Safer as Well as Less Congested

Smart parking innovations are reshaping urban mobility by integrating advanced sensor technology into city infrastructure to reduce traffic congestion and enhance road safety . By providing real-time data on space availability, these systems minimize the time drivers spend searching for parking, thereby reducing distractions and protecting vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists.

16. 7. 2026

Accurate Positioning Matters More Than Ever for Autonomous Vehicles

Precise positioning is a critical foundation for autonomous mobility, providing the centimeter-level accuracy required for safe navigation where relative sensors alone are insufficient , . By integrating satellite data, inertial sensors, and digital maps, these systems enable reliable lane-level guidance and support the growth of dependable, connected transport ecosystems across Europe.

9. 7. 2026

Connected and Automated Freight Demonstrations

The North East Automotive Alliance and its partners have successfully delivered the P-CAL (Port-Connected and Automated Logistics) project at the Port of Tyne.

1. 7. 2026

Automotive Ethernet Standardization

A new TechInsights report projects that global demand for automotive ethernet will surge to 3.42 million sockets by 2032, driven by advanced vehicle architectures and higher sensor bandwidth. However, the OPEN Alliance warns that fragmented regional strategies and uneven OEM adoption rates could significantly increase development costs unless the industry aligns around standardized specifications.

24. 6. 2026

Cross-Border Connected Mobility Projects

MERIDIAN partners gathered in Trieste on March 24–25, 2026, for a Steering Committee Meeting and a joint conference focused on the digitalization of road freight transport at ports and multimodal terminals . The event featured a guided visit to the Port of Trieste and highlighted the critical role of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) and digital infrastructure in optimizing European freight corridors.

17. 6. 2026

Autonomous Freight Pilot Projects

A new feasibility study is examining the potential for deploying driverless freight operations in Teesside, marking another step in the growing effort to integrate autonomous technologies into commercial logistics networks.

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