Kapsch TrafficCom's Connected Vehicle Hardware Certified by FCC

First connected vehicle hardware to comply with new FCC regulations on C-V2X technology.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 4:23pm

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has fully certified the RIS-9360 roadside unit (RSU) by Kapsch TrafficCom, making it the first connected vehicle hardware to be certified under new FCC regulations effective February 11, 2025. The FCC-certified hardware enables connected vehicle use cases such as roadworks warnings, weather alerts, and congestion and emergency vehicle alerts.

Why it matters

The FCC certification of Kapsch TrafficCom's connected vehicle hardware is a crucial milestone in the modernization of the U.S. transportation network, representing a vital step towards a more connected and automated future. The new FCC regulations will foster the development of smart infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, and other advanced transportation systems, ultimately resulting in safer roads, reduced traffic congestion, and enhanced economic productivity.

The details

Cellular-vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technology allows vehicles to communicate directly with other vehicles, infrastructure and other road users. The data exchanged among vehicles and the road infrastructure can help ensure safety and improve the efficient movement of traffic. The FCC's Report and Order outlines specific technical guidelines for the use of connected vehicle technology, including operational standards that establish radio spectrum usage and interference protection measures to ensure reliable system performance.

  • The FCC fully certified the RIS-9360 roadside unit on January 28, 2026.
  • The new FCC regulations on connected vehicle technology went into effect on February 11, 2025.

The players

Kapsch TrafficCom

A globally renowned provider of transportation solutions for sustainable mobility with successful projects in more than 50 countries.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The United States' primary authority for communications law, regulation and technological innovation, responsible for governing technologies used to direct communication between vehicles, roadside infrastructure, and other road users to facilitate transportation safety and more efficient mobility.

JB Kendrick

President at Kapsch TrafficCom North America.

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What they’re saying

“We are excited to be the first provider to have our hardware certified under the new regulation to facilitate reliable system performance and advancements of connected mobility applications. This allows us and our distribution partners to provide state-of-the-art connected vehicle hardware and critical software, bringing this safety-relevant technology to American roads.”

— JB Kendrick, President, Kapsch TrafficCom North America

What’s next

The new FCC regulations will continue to foster the development of smart infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, and other advanced transportation systems in the United States.

The takeaway

The FCC certification of Kapsch TrafficCom's connected vehicle hardware is a significant milestone in the modernization of the U.S. transportation network, paving the way for a more connected and automated future with safer roads, reduced traffic congestion, and enhanced economic productivity.