Early warning in traffic: possibilities and user perception in the Czech republic

Abstract

This paper focuses on the situation in traffic. It describes currently used telematics systems in traffic and suggests possible extensions and improvements with using both already used technologies and concepts. Firstly it introduces Radio-HELP system that could help to decrease reaction time in case of traffic accident even during blackout and secondly there is a concept of incorporating a social GPS navigation WAZE into the warning system. Both advantages and disadvantages of this connection compared to the current system are discussed in the paper. Results of a targeted survey are presented in the last part of the paper. The survey is aimed to find out how potential users perceive the new approach and if they are afraid of a potential misuse of their data. The paper concludes that people do not consider eCall and other telematics systems as sufficiently safe from personal data leaks. There are some more detailed findings too.