India will launch vehicle-to-vehicle communication technology  by 2026 to prevent fog accidents, collisions and enable real-time safety alerts between cars.

By the end of 2026, the Indian government plans to introduce vehicle-to-vehicle communication technology. Without requiring a network, this method will enable direct communication between automobiles. The program seeks to improve national road safety and lower accident rates.

It is anticipated that the device will be especially successful in averting collisions between parked cars and fast-moving traffic from behind. Additionally, it will help prevent massive pileups during periods of dense fog, which are a common problem in the winter. Vehicles will use this technology to communicate with one another and notify drivers when another car approaches dangerously.

Following the Annual Meeting with State Road Transport Ministers, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari provided information about the initiative. He stated that the technology will soon be put into use and that the issue was discussed during the discussion.

According to Nitin Gadkari, this technique should help reduce accidents, particularly when cars are parked on the road and fast-moving cars from behind frequently clash with them, as well as when there is fog.

He also emphasized the significance of the Bus Body Code, pointing out that at least six significant incidents involving 135 fatalities were caused by subpar bus design.

The minister added that current buses will have extra safety features like emergency hammers for passengers, fire extinguishers, and driver drowsiness detecting systems.

Speaking to the media, V Umashankar, secretary of the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, called the move a significant step in the direction of road safety. He pointed out that just a small number of nations worldwide now use this kind of technology. He estimates that the project will cost approximately Rs 5,000 crore.

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What technology is it going to be?

Vehicles will be equipped with a gadget that resembles a SIM card to operate the system.

How will alerts be sent to cars?

When a vehicle approaches too closely from any direction, real-time alerts will be sent to the car. When visibility between cars is nearly nonexistent due to fog, this feature will be quite helpful.

Will it warn of roadside vehicles or vehicle distance?

Indeed, the system will notify drivers about adjacent roadside or halted vehicles in addition to providing signals regarding safe vehicle distance.

Will all sides of the car be able to use the technology?

Indeed, the device will ensure 360-degree connection by sending signals from every side of the car.

How much will customers have to pay?

The project is expected to cost approximately Rs 5000 crore. Although costs have not yet been revealed, consumers will be charged for this system.

When will it be included in every car?

By the end of 2026, the Transport Ministry hopes to alert the public about the technology, which will then be introduced into all vehicles. At first, only brand-new cars would have the equipment installed.

Will Advanced Driver Assistance Systems be compatible with it?

Indeed, the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and the V2V communication technology will cooperate. Similar technology is already present in some high-end SUVs, but it operates on sensors rather than networks. These vehicles will be in line with the new system following the official introduction.

According to officials, V2V technology will be essential in lowering traffic accidents and enhancing traffic safety in India as a whole.