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VODAFONE AUTOMOTIVE : CONNECTING EVs TO THE WORLD WITH V2X
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VODAFONE AUTOMOTIVE : CONNECTING EVs TO THE WORLD WITH V2X

As one of the largest global telecommunications firms , Vodafone is now dedicated to the next generation of connectivity — Connected Car . As an arm of Vodafone Group , the company ’ s commitment to automotive is a statement of safety and innovation as the organisation plays its part in preparation for a future not limited by mobility .
Solutions by Vodafone Automotive enable benefits among consumers , but are directed towards automotive specialists , fleet managers , insurance firms and the vehicle manufacturers that will integrate its connected solutions in their upcoming EVs .
Its platform enables vehicle-to-everything ( V2X ) capabilities , meaning connectivity between cars and the environment around them to enable safer , more efficient use of automobiles .
reducing congestion , pollution and making roads safer for all users ,” says Brown .
“ In addition , rather than manage the charging of your vehicle through an app , you could use it to define the transfer of energy from your vehicle to the house as energy networks become more advanced in the coming years .” This describes where we could expect to see bi-directional charging applied in the future , making energy saving easier for drivers by allowing them to distribute energy to their homes and other electrical devices .
“ This supports the EU ambition to halve the number of fatalities and serious injuries on European roads by 2030 , as a milestone on the way to ‘ Vision Zero ’— zero fatalities and serious injuries by 2050 .”
Along with readily available solutions , Connected Car assists drivers in planning
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