The National Transport Commission (NTC) is reminding all Australians that they have the opportunity to make a submission to the Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) Regulatory Policy Issues discussion paper before submissions close on 31 January 2013.
C-ITS is an emerging technology that allows vehicles and other elements of the transport network to share information.
NTC chief executive Nick Dimopoulos said research indicates that the widespread use of this technology could cut the road toll by 25 per cent.
“With 1,300 lives lost on our roads each year, this technology has the potential to transform road safety in Australia.”
C-ITS technology aims to enable drivers to better plan and adapt their driving route to avoid heavy congestion, crashes or road works.
Warning systems can be activated to alert road users of potential collisions with other road users or notifications of changed traffic conditions, or other dangers, such as a train approaching a railway crossing.
Released in November 2012, Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) Regulatory Policy Issues discusses how Australia could best prepare for the introduction of C-ITS.
“Feedback received from submissions will inform our final recommendation to the Standing Council on Transport and Infrastructure later this year,” said Mr Dimopoulos.
“We are keen to hear from industry, government and the public to ensure the widest possible range of views are taken into account.”
To download the Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) Regulatory Policy Issues discussion paper and make a submission, please visit the website.
