Researchers from The Queensland University of Technology's Centre for Accident Research & Road Safety (CARRS-Q) are working on creating a mobile phone app to warn cyclists and drivers of impending collisions.

The app will locate, track, connect and communicate between cyclists and drivers via their smart phones.

A cyclist navigates his way through traffic. Credit:Justin McManus

A warning will be issued if there is a reasonable chance of collision.

Dr Sebastien Demmel, from (CARRS-Q), said existing GPS, WiFi and Bluetooth systems can be used to allow the sharing of information between road users.