# vehicular ad hoc network A decentralised self configuring network providing communication means for an unlimited number of nearby vehicles. Any vehicle (no matter what brand) should be able to connect to a VANET. More concerned with network protocol and ensuring there is high data [throughput](throughput.md) and low latency (for safety applications). [^1] # References [^1]: [Vehicle-to-Vehicle Channel Simulation in a Network Simulator](../../../Spaces/University/Thesis/Support%20notes/Vehicle-to-Vehicle%20Channel%20Simulation%20in%20a%20Network%20Simulator.md)