Connected Vehicle Infrastructure University Transportation Center
Virginia Tech Transportation Institute hosted the October 7, 2014 Smart Road Open House as part of the very first Virginia Science Festival. CVI-UTC research and technologies were demonstrated to guests who toured the Smart Road and VTTI facilities. 
The week-long Virginia Science Festival kicked off on Virginia Tech’s campus in Blacksburg on October 4th and will end in Roanoke on October 11th.
Click here to see the 2014 flyer and schedule of events!
CVI-UTC research was an integral part of Blacksburg Community Day. An onsite texting and driving simulator allowed participants to measure the difference in their reaction time while texting and driving. Other activities included VIN etching, Dunk-a-Cop, K-9 demonstrations, a donut eating contest, and car seat installation. Certified child passenger safety technicians were on hand to inspect child safety seats, check for recalls and defects, and provide advice on many child passenger safety issues.
This event was hosted by the Virginia Tech Police Department (VTPD) on October 5, 2014.
CVI-UTC presented connected vehicle research to over 1,000 Northern Virginia high school students at the 10th Annual VDOT Transportation Career Fair in Manassas, VA. The event was held on October 2, 2014 and featured corporate displays, demonstrations, hands-on participation, contests, giveaways, scholarship opportunities, and provided students the chance to learn about the many careers associated with transportation, construction, engineering, technology and the environment.
CVI-UTC researchers answered questions and discussed connected vehicle systems with hundreds of inquisitive students who stopped by the booth to check out the research vehicle and learn more about transportation technology.