High-Speed Wireless Connectivity

Reliable wireless communication is fundamental to connected vehicles. A telematics gateway should support multiple communication technologies to ensure uninterrupted connectivity across different deployment environments.

Typical connectivity options include:

• 4G LTE Cat 4 and Cat M1
• Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac with optional Wi-Fi 6 support)
• Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) 5.0
• Ultra-Wideband (UWB)

These technologies enable seamless communication between the vehicle, cloud platforms, mobile applications, and remote servers.

Comprehensive Wired Interfaces

Modern vehicles require communication with numerous onboard systems. A feature-rich gateway should provide multiple wired interfaces, including:

• CAN and CAN-FD
• Automotive Ethernet
• RS232
• RS485
• Analog Inputs

These interfaces enable reliable communication with ECUs, sensors, ADAS components, industrial equipment, and external peripherals.

High-Performance Embedded Processing

An automotive-grade processor forms the foundation of a telematics gateway. Multi-core processing architectures with application and real-time cores enable simultaneous execution of vehicle control, communication, edge analytics, and security functions.

For example, gateways based on the NXP i.MX 8 DualXLite processor combine 64-bit ARM processing with low-power operation, making them suitable for advanced fleet management and connected mobility applications.

Accurate Global Positioning

Location intelligence is essential for fleet operations, navigation, asset tracking, and emergency response.

Support for multiple Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou, delivers accurate positioning across different geographic regions.

Real-Time Vehicle Diagnostics

A telematics gateway should support multiple CAN-FD interfaces capable of high-speed communication with vehicle ECUs.

Support for industry-standard protocols such as:

• SAE J1939
• ISO 15765
• ISO 11898
• CANopen
• CiA 447

enables real-time diagnostics, vehicle health monitoring, and predictive maintenance for passenger vehicles, commercial fleets, agricultural equipment, and heavy-duty machinery.

Integrated Motion Sensors

Built-in inertial sensors—including accelerometers, gyroscopes, and magnetometers—enable continuous monitoring of vehicle movement and operating conditions.

These sensors support:

• Driver behaviour analysis
• Crash detection
• Motion tracking
• Vehicle orientation
• Automatic calibration

Flexible SIM and Cellular Connectivity

Support for embedded SIM (eSIM) technology simplifies global deployment while improving network flexibility.

Features such as multiple IMSI support and remote SIM profile management allow seamless operator switching and secure connectivity across regions.

Advanced Security Architecture

Cybersecurity is a critical requirement for connected vehicles. A secure telematics gateway should incorporate hardware- and software-based security mechanisms that protect both the device and vehicle data.

Essential security features include:

• Hardware Secure Element
• Secure Boot
• Secure Storage
• Trusted Application Execution
• Encrypted Communication
• Wi-Fi Security

These capabilities help prevent unauthorized access while ensuring data confidentiality and system integrity.

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Telematics Gateway

Choosing the right gateway depends on the application, deployment environment, and future scalability requirements.

Connectivity Requirements

Different vehicle platforms demand different communication technologies. Select a gateway that supports a wide range of wireless and wired interfaces to accommodate evolving connectivity needs and future upgrades.

Data Acquisition Capabilities

Vehicles generate large volumes of information from ECUs, sensors, cameras, and onboard networks. A modular gateway with support for multiple industrial and automotive interfaces ensures compatibility across different vehicle architectures.

Software Scalability

A robust software platform reduces development effort while enabling remote device management, diagnostics, firmware updates, and fleet-wide monitoring.

Look for gateways that support scalable middleware, cloud integration, and customizable software frameworks.

Deployment Environment

Vehicles operating in industrial sites, agriculture, mining, logistics, or construction often experience harsh environmental conditions. Rugged hardware with reliable thermal performance and vibration resistance improves long-term system reliability.

Why Choose iWave Telematics Solutions?

iWave develops automotive-grade telematics gateways that combine robust hardware, flexible software, and extensive customization capabilities.

Certified for Global Deployment

iWave telematics gateways comply with major international certification requirements, including FCC, CE, and ISED. Support for region-specific certifications such as E-Mark and KOMINFO is also available to accelerate global product deployment.

Accelerated Development

Well-documented APIs and software development support simplify application integration, reducing development complexity and shortening time-to-market.

Flexible Customization

To address diverse customer requirements, iWave offers hardware and software customization services, including:

• Interface modifications
• Custom enclosure design
• Branding options
• Feature enhancements
• Project-specific configurations

Built-In Security

Security is integrated throughout the platform, with support for secure boot, secure storage, encrypted communication, and hardware-assisted protection against unauthorized access.

Real-World Applications