V2X-Enabled Semi-Autonomous Truck Platooning: Challenges and Opportunities

Abstract

V2X-enabled semi-autonomous truck platooning presents a transformative frontier in transportation technology, blending vehicle-to-everything communication with advanced driver assistance systems. This paradigm promises enhanced fuel efficiency, reduced congestion, and improved road safety by synchronizing multiple trucks into closely spaced convoys, leveraging real-time data exchange between vehicles and infrastructure. However, its implementation faces multifaceted challenges, including regulatory hurdles, interoperability issues among diverse communication protocols, cybersecurity threats, and public acceptance. Addressing these challenges opens up significant opportunities for innovation in automotive engineering, policy development, and infrastructure investment, paving the way for a more efficient and sustainable future in freight transportation.