The 5GVEC Project Takes a Step Forward with the First Tests of the Autonomous Vehicle Connected with 5G Technology

Málaga, February 17, 2025 –

The initiative, led by the multinational DEKRA, is driving the future of mobility with innovative solutions based on 5G connectivity.

The 5GVEC project, an ambitious initiative led by the multinational DEKRA, continues to make progress in developing key technologies for the future of mobility. This project, which also involves Ericsson, Tinámica, Tupl, Softcrits, Premo, and Top Digital, benefits from the collaboration of the Innova IRV Foundation and the University of Málaga.

Since its launch in late 2022, 5GVEC has focused on researching and developing solutions based on 5G technology to enable the deployment of connected vehicles. Additionally, the project aims to validate use cases that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in autonomous driving.

As part of this initiative, project partners visited the robotics and mechatronics research group facilities at the University of Málaga, where they showcased the technological advancements applied to the test vehicle.

According to UMA representatives, “this automated electric vehicle can be remotely controlled using systems that replicate manual driving, allowing for remote management of the steering wheel, pedals, and gear shifting. Our goal is to generate precise trajectories and monitor its activity in real-time, paving the way for new use cases in autonomous driving.”

Project Advancements

One of the most significant achievements of the project is the remote operation of vehicles in test circuits, such as DEKRA’s, using advanced sensors and artificial vision systems for real-time object detection in the environment. 5G connectivity, which is crucial to this initiative, ensures low-latency communications, essential for rapid response to unexpected changes.

Additionally, work is underway on a remote monitoring and trajectory execution platform designed by Softcrits. This solution includes an application for trajectory management, an incident database, and middleware that optimizes communication between the vehicle’s systems and its surroundings.

With this approach, the 5GVEC project aims to serve as a catalyst for the development of electric vehicles adapted to the challenges of modern mobility, marking a milestone in the integration of 5G technology into the automotive sector.

The project, which represents an investment of over €4.6 million, is funded by the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Civil Service, the European Union, and Next Generation EU funds under the Recovery, Transformation, and Resilience Plan.