Author: Ryan Hall

OmniAir Consortium®, the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for connected vehicles, tolling, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), is proud to announce that Ettifos’ V2X-AIR On-Board Unit (OBU) has earned OmniAir Certification.

V2X-AIR is a compact aftermarket OBU built on the Cellular-V2X (C-V2X) standard, designed to support a wide range of connected vehicle applications—from basic safety to mobility services. Its lightweight, plug-and-play design allows for quick in-vehicle installation and integration with smartphone applications, providing a versatile solution for both passenger and commercial vehicles.

The device successfully met OmniAir’s rigorous certification requirements for interoperability, performance, and security, confirming its readiness for deployment in major global markets, including the United States.

“Ettifos’ achievement with the V2X-AIR on-board unit reinforces the growing momentum of C-V2X deployment around the world,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium. “Their successful certification demonstrates a strong commitment to interoperability, security, and advancing global connected vehicle solutions.”

The certification process was completed in collaboration with the Telecommunications Technology Association (TTA), the only OmniAir Authorized Test Laboratory in South Korea. V2X-AIR’s successful qualification underscores the growing ecosystem of certified C-V2X solutions in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

This milestone adds to V2X-AIR’s previous recognition under South Korea’s KC certification, further demonstrating the device’s compliance with national and international standards.

OmniAir Certification® plays a critical role in ensuring that connected vehicle devices can securely and reliably communicate across manufacturers, regions, and infrastructure. With this latest certification, Ettifos joins a growing list of trusted suppliers working to accelerate global V2X deployment.

Ettifos has announced plans to certify additional products, including its line of Roadside Units (RSUs), by mid-2025—strengthening the company’s position in the evolving global V2X landscape.

For more information on OmniAir Certification and our full list of certified devices, visit www.omniair.org.

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OmniAir Consortium® welcomes LG Electronics, a global provider of advanced electronics and engineering solutions, as our newest member.

Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, LG Electronics supports a diverse international client base through its expansive network of manufacturing facilities, R&D centers, and regional offices. The company specializes in delivering high-performance solutions across multiple sectors, including automotive, industrial automation, wireless communications, and IoT.

“We are excited to welcome LG Electronics as our newest member,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir. “LG is a leading innovator in vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technologies.  We look forward to working together to help OmniAir to advance its mission of promoting interoperability and trust for connected vehicles.”

LG Electronics designs and manufactures a wide range of intelligent mobility and connectivity solutions, including vehicle-to-everything (V2X) modules, in-vehicle networking systems, smart sensors, and control units. Their capabilities span multiple wireless technologies, including C-V2X, DSRC, 5G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GNSS, enabling secure and seamless communications for next-generation transportation systems.

About OmniAir Consortium

OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. OmniAir’s membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org.

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OmniAir Consortium® announces speakers and demonstrations for its upcoming Florida Plugest. 

The week-long testing event will bring together leading vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology providers from around the world for comprehensive testing in laboratory and field environments. 

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from leading experts on a range of topics including:

  • Securing V2X communications
  • Intersection safety & validation
  • C-V2X interoperability test plans and test beds
  • Congestion control standards and testing
  • Future use cases, including V2X-based tolling and V2X for aviation safety

OmniAir Plugfests are the premiere testing event for connected vehicles, bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and innovators focused on advancing vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology to enhance safety and mobility on our nation’s roads.

This event features an extensive schedule with hands-on testing, insightful presentations, and collaborative learning activities designed to foster innovation and interoperability within the V2X ecosystem.

From exploring the latest developments in congestion control and intersection safety to engaging in thought-provoking discussions on the future of electronic toll collection, participants will gain invaluable knowledge and practical insights over the week.

Over 25 companies are sending testing teams to participate in Plugfest testing. Testing slots are almost full.

However, there is still time to register as an attendee to take advantage of daily technical learning sessions, the workshop, and live demonstrations of V2X technology in action. 

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Daily Technical Learning Sessions

Tuesday, May 6 through Thrusday, May 8

Tuesday, 11:00 – 11:30 am
Review of SCMS Interoperability Test Results:

Sean Cho, Autocrypt, Aaron Moore, INTEGRITY Security Services, Marton Iso, Microsec, Meadow Cho, SaesolTech

Tuesday,  3:00 – 3:30 pm
Congestion Control Standards – Sean Maschue, Qualcomm

Wednesday, 11:00 – 11:30 am
V2X Interoperability Test Tools & Test Plans
– Eugene Song, NIST, Justin Anderson, USDOT (invited)

Wednesday,  3:00 – 3:30 pm
Congestion Control Test Tools – Wayties and Keysight Technologies

Thursday, 11:00 – 11:30 am
Intersection Safety & Validation – Brian Romansky, INTEGRITY Security Services

Thursday,  3:00 – 3:30 pm
V2X-Based tolling, technical presentation – Javi Rojo, Indra, Umair Ibrahim, Audi

Connected Safety and Mobility Workshop

Friday, May 9

8:00 am 

Registration and Networking Breakfest 

9:00 am 

Welcome 

9:10 am

SunTrax – Accelerating the Future of Transportation 

9:30 am

Panel 1 – V2X Testing & Deployment in Florida and Around the World

10:30 am

Networking Break 

10:45 am

Featured Presentation: eVTOL Early Deployments and Flight Corridors

11:30 am

V2X and the Future of Tolling and In-Vehicle Payments

12:30 pm

Lunch 

V2X Technology Demonstrations

1:30 – 3:30 pm

  • Kapsch TrafficCom North America    V2X-Based Electronic Toll Collection
  • Indra & Audi                                             In-Vehicle Payment Systems 
  • ISS/SCMS Manager                               Intersection Validation
  • SunTrax                                                    Tour of SunTrax test facilities
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OmniAir Consortium® welcomes VVDN Technologies, a leading global supplier of software, product engineering and electronics services and solutions, as our newest member.

With headquarters in Gurgaon, India, VVDN serves customers around the world with 11+ manufacturing centers, 7+ R&D centers, and 6+ global offices.  The company provides product engineering and manufacturing across several vertical markets, including 5G, Datacenter, Networking, and Wi-Fi, Vision, Automotive, IoT, Cloud & Apps.

“We are excited to welcome a leading technology innovator like VVDN as the newest OmniAir member,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir. “We look forward to VVDN’s contributions toward OmniAir’s mission of promoting interoperability and trust for connected vehicle technologies.”

VVDN develops a wide range of best-in-class automotive solutions, including digital cockpit systems, autonomous systems, e-mobility systems, and connected car systems. VVDN’s expertise in wireless technology covers a wide range of standards, including Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n/ac/ax), 5G/LTE/4G/3G/GSM, BT/BLE, NFC, and GPS. 

VVDN Technologies is participating in the OmniAir Florida Plugfest, May 5-9 at SunTrax in Auburndale, Florida. This week-long testing event brings together vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications technology providers, test laboratories, and test systems providers from around the world.

About OmniAir Consortium

OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. OmniAir’s membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org.

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OmniAir Consortium® welcomes Auburn University’s McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security, the leading cybersecurity research and education center, as its newest member.

Founded within Auburn University, a nationally recognized land-grant institution with a strong commitment to national security, the McCrary Institute offers a unique blend of capabilities. Its researchers, faculty, and senior fellows have decades of experience addressing complex cybersecurity challenges across policy, research, and practical application.

The Institute’s “think-and-do” approach provides complete end-to-end cyber lifecycle services, from initial concept and prototyping to final implementation and deployment. This holistic approach aligns perfectly with OmniAir’s mission to foster innovation and interoperability.

“We are pleased to welcome the McCrary Institute to OmniAir,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium. “Their deep expertise in cybersecurity and commitment to national security will be invaluable in strengthening the security of our members’ ITS technologies and accelerating the development of secure and resilient infrastructure.”

We look forward to the McCrary Institute working collaboratively with OmniAir and our members to address emerging cybersecurity issues, thereby fostering a future of safe, efficient, and dependable connected transportation.

About OmniAir Consortium 

OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. OmniAir’s membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org.

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