How Should the Automotive Industry Test V2X Systems?

Every day, new vehicles are becoming more connected with each other, with the Internet, and with surrounding infrastructure.New systems are being developed and integrated at a rapid pace, as automotive brands compete to claim an edge by harnessing the potential to improve the driver and passenger experience whether in terms of safety, info, convenience or entertainment. Although exciting, this shift poses serious and increasingly urgent questions for anyone involved in automotive testing or QA.The nature of the technologies involved and in particular the demand for interoperability and security—represent uncharted territory for the industry as a whole. 

This paper outlines what’s changing in the world of vehicle-to-anything (V2X) connectivity, why and what the impact is likely to be. It also suggests how automotive suppliers and OEMs can begin to adapt their testing methods and approach.