Autonomous devices are giving way to complex interconnected ecosystems in the automotive sector. In order to improve driving safety, efficiency, and user experience, connected cars combine cutting-edge communication protocols, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things. This integration is driven by customer demand, technological innovation, and strategic partnership.  

Autonomous driving capabilities and vehicle-to-everything connection are important enabling technologies. More than 40% of participants in a TATA poll that was included in their market study said that vehicle connection was essential to their business plan. The greatest benefit was increased driver safety, which was followed by better car performance and data-driven revenue prospects. 

What is the Internet of vehicles 

Cars, pedestrians, and various components of urban infrastructure are all connected by a network known as the Internet of Vehicles. To enable dependable and continuous communication, it makes use of a variety of sensors, software, built-in hardware, and connection types. IoV aims to reduce resource waste and negative environmental effects by making mobility more autonomous, safe, quick, and efficient as part of a smart city. 

Connectivity is essential to IoV technology. Car manufacturers accomplish this by installing the necessary networking and data collection hardware, along with services to process the collected data and initiate certain actions. 

On the side of the infrastructure, the necessary digitalization doesn’t happen overnight. Some traffic lights and lanes, as well as parking lots and public transport stations are connected, providing smart assistance to vehicles, while others still work on conventional principles.

How do vehicles connect to the internet

The three primary layers of IoV architecture are as follows:

perception. It consists of hardware that keeps the IoV infrastructure running as well as a variety of sensors and data-gathering devices. Smartphones, linked roadside units, the global ID terminal, car cameras, and other devices are all part of the perception layer.

Connect. This layer is in charge of displaying connected cars on the network and sending data to the AI system for processing, including traffic, road conditions, and driving habits. The most popular networks for smart cars are WAVE, WLAN, Bluetooth, 4G/5G, and WiFi. 

Use. The collected data is processed, saved, and used by the application layer. It is in charge of recognizing surrounding linked automobiles and people, as well as communicating commands to the engine, brakes, and accelerator of autonomous vehicles. Additionally, it is an essential component of all software programs and services for cars, pedestrians, and commuters. 

What are the benefits of IoV

Large amounts of location and technical data can be handled and displayed on an online fleet management platform once the vehicles are “online.” Fleet managers can utilize this data to compare performance with similar fleets, quantify the impact of those decisions, and make critical business decisions.

Telematics can help fleets in the following ways: 

• Productivity: Track factors that affect fleet productivity , such as idle time, drive time, number and duration of customer visits, or ignition position.

• Safety: Detect risky driving behavior such as harsh braking, over-acceleration or sharp cornering. Set up driver coaching and advanced driver assistance systems or install dashcam solutions to gain insight into activities on the road.

• Maintenance: Access data on the technical condition of the vehicle. Use a connected fleet management platform to set up predictive maintenance to minimize the risk of unexpected and potentially dangerous vehicle failure.

• Sustainability: Get accurate data on fuel consumption and inefficient activities such as idling. Fleets consisting of EVs or a mix of EVs and conventional vehicles can also monitor charge levels , range and battery health .

Conclusion

At this critical juncture, the automobile sector must embrace innovation and adaptation; it is no longer an option. The manufacturing, operation, and monetization of vehicles are being redefined by the incorporation of cutting-edge technology like artificial intelligence, software-defined vehicles, and networking solutions. Strategic cooperation and investment in cutting-edge technologies are still essential as OEMs and their partners negotiate technological, legal, and economic obstacles. In addition to meeting present demands, the industry can help define a future where mobility is safer, smarter, and more sustainable by emphasizing flexibility, sustainability, and consumer-centric design.