Get Involved
The Illinois Autonomous and Connected Track will offer clear opportunities for strategic partnerships to proactively lead transportation and connected technologies. The I-ACT team proudly highlights several partners from academic institutions, government agencies, private industry and nonprofit organizations.
As our efforts continue to grow, so do the opportunities for collaboration and partnerships.
Involvement Opportunities
Academic Research Sponsorship: A sponsor’s involvement is funding research, providing feedback and ensuring implementable outcomes.
Founding Member: An entity invests in the I-ACT testing arena, motivated by long-term economical and/or social benefits.
Performance Testing: An entity provides products to advance the development, feasibility, commercialization and deployment of technologies.
Team Research and Development: A sponsor provides funds and collaborates with the I-ACT research team for technology and/or protocol development.
Technical Support: An entity leases a portion of I-ACT for specific research needs.
Benefits of Engagement
Spearhead next-generation policies and advanced mobility solutions.
Establish diverse networks aligning with the needs of our transportation infrastructure and related technology needs.
Foster strong relationships with top researchers, industry experts and government leaders.
Utilize a state-of-the-art testing arena with closed-loop settings and real-life deployment.
We value our partners for their knowledge, research and expertise in the field. Be a part of the team and join our efforts today!
Champaign County Illinois Economic Development Corporation
City of Chicago
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
HERE, Technologies
Illinois Autonomous Vehicles Association
Governors State University
Illinois Department of Transportation
Northwestern University
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
University of Illinois at Chicago
Illinois Tollway
UL, LLC
Village of Rantoul