Earlier this week, Qualcomm announced the first successful multi-chipset vendor interoperability of C-V2X (3GPP Rel 14), also referred as LTE-V2X. The test was performed using Qualcomm’s 9150 chipset and Datang’s LTE-V2X module – DMD31. The announcement is expected to boost confidence among major automotive OEMs looking forward to early adoption of the technology. It will further accelerate the commercial readiness of C-V2X technology. However, cities need significant infrastructure upgrades to reap the full benefits of C-V2X technology. This will require a strong policy push from the respective local governments. – Hanish Bhatia