Connected and automated vehicles

 

 

What is an automated vehicle?

An automated vehicle:

  • Uses a combination of sensors, controllers and onboard computers, along with sophisticated software
  • Allows the vehicle to control at least some driving functions, instead of a human driver (for example, steering, braking and acceleration, and checking and monitoring the driving environment)

What is a connected vehicle?

Depending on the features it has installed, a connected vehicle may be able to communicate with:

  • its occupants, such as through their mobile devices
  • with other vehicles and road users
  • with the surrounding transportation infrastructure, such as roadways and traffic lights
  • Internet based applications and other entities

Connected and automated vehicle testing and research

Latest connected and automated vehicle testing and research, interactive map and guidelines.

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Connected and Automated Vehicles Gateway

The Connected and Automated Vehicles Gateway is a collaboration space to share information and build a network of professionals working on automated and connected vehicles. Join the Gateway on GCcollab to share information, participate in discussions, connect with partners, and work with others in a secure environment. The GCcollab platform is currently accessible to public servants from all orders of government, academics, staff and students from post-secondary institutions, as well as any other partners or stakeholders with an invitation to register.

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