  With the increasing number of sensors in modern vehicles, using an
Intra-Vehicular Wireless Sensor Network (IVWSN) is a possible solution for the
automotive industry to address the potential issues that arise from additional
wiring harness. Such a solution could help car manufacturers develop vehicles
that have better fuel economy and performance, in addition to supporting new
applications. However, which wireless technology for IVWSNs should be used for
maximizing the aforementioned benefits is still an open issue. In this paper,
we propose to use a new wireless technology known as Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
and highlight a new architecture for IVWSN. Based on a comprehensive study
which encompasses an example application, it is shown that BLE is an excellent
option that can be used in IVWSNs for certain applications mainly due to its
good performance and low-power, low-complexity, and low-cost attributes.

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