Collaboration platform for the European connected and autonomous vehicle of the future

Overview

Funding for a collaboration platform to advance Europe’s connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) ecosystem, targeting industry-driven consortia developing software, hardware, AI, and autonomous driving technologies. The initiative aims to align standards, interfaces, and open-source developments across EU and national projects.

Who Can Apply

Consortia of legal entities (e.g., companies, research organizations, public bodies) from eligible countries. Industry leadership and participation from automotive stakeholders (e.g., OEMs, suppliers, technology providers) are expected.

Funding Details

• Total budget: Not specified.
• Funding rate: Not specified.
• Co-funding: Not explicitly stated, but industry contributions are implied.

What Is Funded

• Development of a strategic roadmap for digital automotive technologies (software, hardware, AI, autonomous driving).
• Alignment on high-level architectures, standards, and interfaces for software-defined vehicles (SDVs).
• Establishment of a collaborative digital platform for joint developments, including open-source repositories and tools.
• Coordination of EU/national projects (e.g., Chips JU, CCAM, 2ZERO) and industry initiatives (e.g., Eclipse SDV, COVESA).
• Certification processes, ecosystem dissemination, and maintenance of joint outcomes.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

• TRL: 7–9 (system prototype demonstration to commercial deployment).

Key Dates

• Open date: 2025-11-03T23:00:00Z
• Deadline: 2026-03-02T23:00:00Z

Application Process (High-Level)

• Single-stage submission via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.
• Proposals must adhere to page limits and templates outlined in the call documents.

Geographic Scope & Language

• Eligible countries: EU Member States, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland.
• Language: English.

Notes

• Focus on industry-driven collaboration with clear governance and sustainability plans.
• Alignment with the European Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Alliance (ECAVA) is required.
• Proposals must demonstrate coordination with existing initiatives (e.g., Eclipse SDV, AUTOSAR).