A fresh study from Finland estimates that the eCall emergency system could save up to 10 lives per year on Finnish roads by 2035. In Norway, however, FrP politicians are pushing to keep the 2G network operational until a replacement for 2G-eCall is available.
The Finnish Transport Safety Agency released the report this week, forecasting that eCall’s benefits will grow as more vehicles adopt the technology. The system automatically contacts emergency services after a crash, reducing response times. Norway’s current 2G network supports older eCall devices, but the government plans to phase it out by 2025.
FrP, a major opposition party, argues that removing 2G prematurely would leave some vehicles without emergency connectivity. Their proposal would delay the shutdown until 2G-eCall can be fully replaced. Transport Minister Jon-Ivar Nygård confirmed the government’s position but acknowledged the need to balance safety with network modernization.
Industry analysts note that while newer networks like 4G and 5G offer better performance, many older cars still rely on 2G. The debate highlights tensions between technological progress and ensuring no vehicle is left without emergency support.
The government has not yet announced a final decision on the 2G shutdown timeline.
Source: digi.no