Is autonomous a dangerous word?
A new report from Thatcham Research puts the spotlight on how to ensure that drivers of vehicles with some automation technology stay safe, and know their responsibilities.
News, articles, and R&D reports, on transport infrastructure, Connected and Automated Vehicles, smart cities, multi-modal transport services, & more.
Sydney Buses trial e-paper signs with real-time info for passengers
Sydney Buses have concluded a 2-month trial of solar-powered e-paper signs that will display bus arrival times, network interruption information, and bus capacity to its customers.
Deputy PM raises the issue of road user charging
Road user charging is a challenging issue the world over. But it’s one that Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack weighed in on at this week’s AFR Infrastructure Summit.
Tube Heartbeat: a data visualisation bonanza
Tube Heartbeat is a fascinating visual display of data, depicting the daily commutes of more than 2 million passengers on the London Underground.
Transurban’s Victorian CAV trials: Phase 1 report
Transurban’s Connected and Automated Vehicle trials took place on closed and open roads in late 2017, and it has just published its report on the trial, as well as beginning to make changes to roads and signs based on the report’s recommendations.
Canberra commences a driver-centric automated vehicle trial
The CAN Drive – Automated Vehicle Trial is a 2-year trial that is focusing on the reactions of the driver as they re-assume control from a vehicle in automated mode… and it is looking to recruit ACT drivers to help with the research.
How ready is Australia for autonomous vehicles?
KPMG has issued a new report, ‘Autonomous Vehicles Readiness Index: Assessing countries’ openness and preparedness’. Where did Australia rank, what is it doing well, and where is more work needed?
SBAS test bed trial provides location on land, sea, and air to within 10cm
Australia and New Zealand are currently testing SBAS and PPP technologies significantly improve the accuracy of location information services.
2018 Train Control Management Systems Conference report
iMOVE Managing Director, Ian Christensen attended the 2018 Train Control Management Systems conference, and made a few notes on the proceedings.
Victoria accelerates its road to connected vehicles
The Victorian Government has made changes to its Road Safety Act that will make it easier to conduct on-road trials of automated vehicles.
500-vehicle C-ITS trial our first research project
iMOVE, QUT and Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads have signed a $2.58 million, 3.5 year research partnership to help prepare for and accelerate the emergence of cooperative technologies onto Australian roads.
Toyota e-Palette concept: a big mobility idea with a big partner lineup
Toyota’s e-Palette Concept is a broad mobility solution, involving purpose-configured, automated, battery electric vehicles, big data fleet management, and a heavy-hitting list of launch partners.
Companies benefit from student researchers – read how
Find out the benefits of having your business join the iMOVE Undergraduate Student Industry Program as we race toward the future of transport & mobility.
Directors announced at iMOVE Australia’s first Annual General Meeting
The first iMOVE Australia AGM saw progress and achievements to date outlined, along with the election the new Board of Directors.
iMOVE participants winners at 2017 ITS Australia National Awards
Cubic Transportation Systems, Transport for NSW, RAC WA, and the University of Melbourne were winners in the 2017 ITS Australia National Awards.
Driverless vehicles and Australia: a Government perspective
The Hon Paul Fletcher MP, Minister for Urban Infrastructure’s recent speech addressing Australia’s readiness for a transition to driverless vehicles.