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BMW, Ford, GM, Honda collaborate on blockchain trial for vehicle identity

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Today, automotive blockchain consortium MOBI announced it is working with some of its founding members on a proof of concept (PoC) for blockchain Vehicle Identity (VID). BMW, Ford, Renault, GM, Honda and other vehicle manufacturers will contribute to the trial. MOBI’s membership consists of carmakers, mobility, energy and infrastructure providers. The goal is to boost the adoption of blockchain in mobility industries. MOBI believes that a market-ready blockchain VID standard will bolster other blockchain applications in the auto sector. “The Vehicle Identity Standard is a critical enabler for future blockchain-based vehicle and mobility services,” said Andre Luckow, Head of Distributed Ledger and Emerging Technologies at BMW Group.

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