IEEE Access Special Section Editorial: Advances in Vehicular Clouds

Connected vehicles are seen as the next frontier for the mobile revolution. By bringing Internet connectivity to vehicles, not only infotainment of the vehicles can be enriched, but also safety and driving experience of the drivers can be enhanced. Connected vehicles can access real-time information about traffic conditions to make the journey more time efficient. They can also share local traffic information in real-time to assist other vehicles making better route planning. Consolidating various transportation data from individual vehicles and other transportation infrastructure can further enhance Intelligent Transportation System (ITS).