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UNDERSTANDING V2V (VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE COMMUNICATION) - Part 1

Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication is a technology that enables vehicles to exchange information such as speed, direction, position, and braking status in real time through dedicated short-range wireless communication. This communication happens directly between vehicles without relying on mobile networks.

The core objective of V2V is proactive road safety—to warn drivers (or automated systems) about potential hazards before they become visible or critical. For example, a vehicle can receive alerts about sudden braking of a vehicle ahead, a car approaching from a blind intersection, or a possible collision scenario.

V2V operates through an On-Board Unit (OBU) installed in vehicles, which includes GPS and a wireless communication module (DSRC or C-V2X). The system works on low latency and high reliability, making it suitable for safety-critical applications.

In essence, V2V shifts road safety from reaction-based to prediction-based, enabling vehicles to anticipate risks rather than respond after they occur.

Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India Kolkata Traffic Police Up Traffic Police Directorate
Vivek Singh

My article in NBMCW - Infrastructure Construction Magazine on the occasion of

https://www.nbmcw.com/article-report/infrastructure-construction/infra-real-estate/women-in-construction-breaking-barriers-beyond-the-drawing-board.html

Vivek Singh

Women in Construction Breaking Barriers Beyond the Drawing Board Women have long contributed to the construction sector, yet their presence in frontline construction site roles remains limited, despite the growing number