1. International Telecommunication Union No 1 The Executive Round Tables High-level perspectives and strategies regarding the present and future use of ICT in cars Moderator: Professor Eric Sampson Newcastle University and ITS(UK) United Kingdom

2. International Telecommunication Union No 2 Pressures on the road network 1 More throughput Improved safety Reduced environmental impact vehicle emissions noise levels land take reduced energy demand Better integration with public transport More consistent freight trips More comfortable private driving

3. International Telecommunication Union No 3 Pressures on vehicle manufacturers Background economic climate Intense international competition Intense intra-Europe competition Search for commercial edge: Cost reduction enhanced safety improved economy enhanced comfort / convenience Increasing Regulatory overheads

4. International Telecommunication Union No 4 potential big wins in road safety & network management safer vehicles, more driver support & assistance = fewer accidents better prediction & management of traffic flow = less congestion better management of traffic flow = reduced emissions and energy consumption wide range of new products and services for automotive manufacturers and ITS industry Cooperative VehicleHighway Systems or VehicleInfrastructure Linking or Fully Networked Vehicles connecting a smarter road and smarter vehicles using wireless

5. International Telecommunication Union No 5 1st RoundTable Opportunities 2nd RoundTable Problems & Solutions