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**What is BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04 Connected and automated mobility vocabulary about?**

To support the development of connected and automated mobility (CAM), the industry called for a universally agreed glossary of common terms and definitions. BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04 is the fifth iteration of this standard and includes the most up to date and consistent terms, which also reflect the Law Commission’s latest recommendations on remote driving.

**Who is BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04 Connected and automated mobility vocabulary for?**

Organizations involved in the connected and automated mobility (CAM) space
CAM manufacturers, operators and consumers
Insurers
Regulators
Legislators

What does BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04 Connected and automated mobility vocabulary cover?

The vocabulary defines terms, abbreviations, and acronyms for the connected and automated mobility (CAM) sector, focusing on those relating to vehicles and associated technologies.

It covers terms relating to connectivity and automation of roadgoing, land-based vehicles and their users. BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04 does not cover terms that are manufacturer-specific.

**Why should you use BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04 Connected and automated mobility vocabulary?**

BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04 sets the latest defined terms, abbreviations and acronyms that are helping to build common terminology and use of language in the sector. This can help:

Reduce the likelihood of ambiguity and confusion
Accelerate acceptance, credibility and trust
Help users develop their expertise
Accelerate the adoption of innovation

BSI Flex 1890 forms part of a broader CAM programme of the standards led by BSI, find out more about the programme here.

BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04 contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goal 9 on industry, innovation and infrastructure.

What’s new about BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04?

This is a revision of BSI Flex 1890 v4.0:2022-03. The last iteration of the vocabulary was published in January 2022. Since then, stakeholder reports have been published that raised the need to review the defined terms and add to/amend them as technology has advanced. Plus, the Law Commission has released its recommendations on remote driving.

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BSI Flex 1890 v5.0:2023-04

Connected and automated mobility. Vocabulary

Published:

30 Apr 2023

Withdrawn:

28 Mar 2025