Monotch has announced a new partnership with global automaker Kia to integrate Emergency Vehicle Alert (EVA) messages directly into its vehicles, powered by the TLEX (Traffic Live Exchange) platform, which also supports the Dutch national Urban Data Access Platform (UDAP).
The aim of the TLEX partnership is to ensure that EVA warnings are transmitted instantly from ambulances to vehicles, giving drivers the vital seconds needed to respond safely. It is expected to help emergency vehicles get to accidents and hospitals faster, while also saving lives by preventing accidents caused by late or unaware reactions to emergency vehicles.
“Our collaboration with Kia represents a significant shift in how the automotive industry approaches road safety,” says Menno Malta, CEO of Monotch. “The technology has proven itself — the real breakthrough is that real-time safety data is now being built directly into vehicles as a standard feature.”
“We are proud to be the first OEM to connect directly to UDAP,” says Olivier Pascal, general manager connected cars at Kia Connect. “Integrating critical safety alerts into our vehicles is a key part of our strategy to enhance driver safety and advance intelligent mobility solutions.”
This collaboration establishes a real-time data connection between vehicles and a nationwide CCAM platform, which includes traffic control centers, emergency services and other vehicles. As a result, Kia vehicles can now receive EVA messages alerting drivers when emergency vehicles are nearby, allowing them to react earlier and more safely.
“We’re excited about the growing acceptance of real-time safety warnings as an essential part of connected vehicle systems,” says Malta. “Together with car manufacturers like Kia, we aim to bring smarter, safer mobility across Europe.”
“Our connected vehicles can receive and display EVA alerts when they are available anywhere in the world,” confirms Olivier Pascal. “We will actively encourage more countries to adopt this technology, helping drivers stay safe wherever they are.”
