India Introduces V2V Tech, Amends Motor_Vehicles_Act
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated Jan 09, 2026
The introduction of V2V technology and amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act in India are expected to positively impact the automotive and telecommunications industries by creating new market opportunities and enhancing safety standards. This could lead to increased investment in related technologies and services, while also potentially reducing the economic burden of road accidents.
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that the government of India is working to introduce vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication technology to prevent road accidents. This technology will allow vehicles to communicate in real-time, providing drivers with alerts about nearby vehicles. The India — Department of Telecommunications has agreed to allocate 30 MHz spectrum for V2V purposes. Additionally, the government plans to introduce 61 amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act during the upcoming Budget session of Parliament, aiming to improve road safety, enhance ease of doing business, and align regulations with global standards. These initiatives are part of India's broader strategy to reduce road fatalities, which currently stand at around 1.8 lakh deaths annually.
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