USDOT Announces $40M Grant for V2X Technology

The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration has announced a $40 million grant opportunity for the deployment of Vehicle to Everything, or V2X, technology, which aims to enhance road safety and communication between vehicles and infrastructure. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasized the role of technology in reducing road fatalities, asserting the potential of V2X connectivity to save lives. A draft V2X Deployment Plan is expected to be shared for stakeholder feedback, with completion targeted for early 2024.