Maja Stefanovic

Since this nearly century-old highway's closure on March 14th, San Francisco's west side has been dealing with profound shifts. Commuters voice frustrations over delays, while nearby residents revel in the serenity of the recent construction of a vibrant seaside park.

Safety inside vehicles used to mean seat belts and airbags. Today, these features still play a key role in keeping a vehicle safe. But they are not the only ones. Thanks to sophisticated technology that keeps vehicles aware of each other and everything surrounding them, software-defined vehicles (SDVs) are making cars safer than ever. This level of awareness is changing how drivers and passengers experience traveling, making journeys safer, smoother and more enjoyable.

Imagine a world where cars can talk to each other, roads can warn drivers of hazards ahead and cities are designed to keep everyone safer. This is the promise of connected safety, an innovative approach to transportation that uses smart technology to link vehicles, infrastructure and people. By creating this network, connected safety helps prevent accidents, reduce risks and make travel safer.