Nokia Siemens Networks Secures European Loan For Multi-Standard Radio Research |
Nokia Siemens Networks has secured a loan from the European Investment Bank for the development of multimode radio access network technology, combining the base station into a single node that supports multiple wireless standards concurrently.
![]() | BMW Confirms New X1 SAV for MY2011; New iDrive and HDD Navi Included |
Announced today, the new X1 SAV, slotted for U.S. launch in model year 2011, will include many of BMW's newer technologies, including the new iDrive disassociated HMI and the HDD-based navigation platform.
![]() | INRIX Gains Federal Government Contract with GeoDecisions |
Recently, INRIX announced its traffic flow and incident data was selected by leading IT company, GeoDecisions, to provide support of nationwide U.S. military logistics and homeland security operations.
![]() | OE-NAVI Gets Updates |
Das Oertliche, a German directory services provider, introduced the latest version of its free and ad funded mobile navigation application OE-NAVI.
![]() | SK Telecom to Launch Mobile App Store |
SK Telecom, Korea's biggest mobile phone operator, will launch its own App Store in Korea this August on an open platform that supports Windows Mobile, Symbian, Android and Linux, regardless of the phone carrier or phone type.
Volvo Introduces New ESC Application For Towing Trailers |
Volvo has introduced a new application of electronic stability control (ESC) that helps stabilize the swaying and weaving behavior that can be a dangerous consequence of towing a trailer.
Networkfleet Awarded California Grant to Deploy Commercial Emissions Monitoring |
Networkfleet has been awarded a grant to deploy its wireless fleet management system tracking vehicle emissions and excessive engine idling.
![]() | waze Now Available on Android Market |
waze Inc. announced that its user generated mapping and commuting application is now available on the Android Market as a beta version for public testing.
![]() | Audi R8 Receives New Park Assist System |
With the introduction of the updated navigation system plus, Audi also announced the availability of a new park assist system on the R8.
![]() | OnStar to Launch in China by Year End |
Shanghai OnStar will partner with state-owned telecom service provider China Telecom Corp. to offer automatic crash response, roadside assistance, remote door unlock, turn-by-turn navigation, vehicle diagnostics and hands-free calling.
![]() | BMW Confirms New X1 SAV for MY2011; New iDrive and HDD Navi Included |
Announced today, the new X1 SAV, slotted for U.S. launch in model year 2011, will include many of BMW's newer technologies, including the new iDrive disassociated HMI and the HDD-based navigation platform.
![]() | INRIX Gains Federal Government Contract with GeoDecisions |
Recently, INRIX announced its traffic flow and incident data was selected by leading IT company, GeoDecisions, to provide support of nationwide U.S. military logistics and homeland security operations.
![]() | OnStar to Launch in China by Year End |
Shanghai OnStar will partner with state-owned telecom service provider China Telecom Corp. to offer automatic crash response, roadside assistance, remote door unlock, turn-by-turn navigation, vehicle diagnostics and hands-free calling.
![]() | Audi Updates Navigation System Plus |
Audi has updated its navigation system plus, available on the A3, TT and R8. The system allows for faster routing and features high-res graphics.
![]() | Toyota to Supply iQ Minicar to Aston Martin |
Toyota Motor Europe announced a collaboration with Aston Martin Britain to supply its iQ model, which Aston Martin will rename as Cygnet.
![]() | Peugeot Introduces Restyled 207, Includes Navi, Telematics & Bluetooth |
Peugeot introduced the newly restyled 207 today. The car includes options for navigation, telematics, Bluetooth, and branded audio. The 207 has a price that starts at €10,786.
![]() | SPOT Assist Roadside Service Available in U.S. and Canada |
SPOT, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Globalstar Inc., recently announced that the SPOT Assist Roadside service is now available to SPOT Satellite GPS customers in the United States & Canada.
SMSC Introduces Companion Chip for MOST Network Interface Controllers |
SMSC announced the introduction of its new companion chip for MOST network interface controllers and expands its Audio/Video capability for next generation automotive infotainment devices.
![]() | Citroen Reveals Newly Restyled C3 with Navi and Audio Connections |
Citroen has revealed its newly restyled C3, which will have options for a navigation system and USB box.
![]() | Hyundai Upgrades Santa Fe; Standard Bluetooth HFP |
A revamped Hyundai Santa Fe will launch in July with standard Bluetooth HFP on all audio head units, whereas it was only available with the navigation head unit option before.
Nokia Siemens Networks Secures European Loan For Multi-Standard Radio Research |
Nokia Siemens Networks has secured a loan from the European Investment Bank for the development of multimode radio access network technology, combining the base station into a single node that supports multiple wireless standards concurrently.
![]() | OE-NAVI Gets Updates |
Das Oertliche, a German directory services provider, introduced the latest version of its free and ad funded mobile navigation application OE-NAVI.
![]() | SK Telecom to Launch Mobile App Store |
SK Telecom, Korea's biggest mobile phone operator, will launch its own App Store in Korea this August on an open platform that supports Windows Mobile, Symbian, Android and Linux, regardless of the phone carrier or phone type.
![]() | waze Now Available on Android Market |
waze Inc. announced that its user generated mapping and commuting application is now available on the Android Market as a beta version for public testing.
![]() | SPOT Assist Roadside Service Available in U.S. and Canada |
SPOT, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Globalstar Inc., recently announced that the SPOT Assist Roadside service is now available to SPOT Satellite GPS customers in the United States & Canada.
![]() | Navteq Updates Mobile Traffic Website, Adds Features |
Navteq has updated its traffic.com website for mobile phones and PDAs. mobi.traffi.com is a free site that can be accessed from any cell phone or PDA with mobile browsing.
![]() | CoPilot Live Now Available for Android Handsets |
ALK Technologies announced the availability of CoPilot Live for Android handsets. CoPilot Live for Android is available for £25.99 for access to a single region in Europe and £59.99 for Pan European licensing.
![]() | Navigon iPhone Application in Top 5 Downloads on iTunes |
Navigon's on-board navigation application for the iPhone has been successful since its launch just a few weeks ago. On Germany's iTunes portal, Navigon takes two of five top spots in the purchased application category.
CSR and SiRF Complete Merger |
SiRF and CSR announced the merger between SiRF and a wholly owned subsidiary of CSR. The merger combines development teams, IP portfolio's and the existing customer base.
![]() | Pioneer Showcases Mobile Home Network AV Playback Using WiMAX |
According to AV Watch news, Pioneer showcased a prototype Mobile Home Network AV Playback System at the 2009 Cable TV Show, which enables home media networks to be used in moving vehicles.
Volvo Introduces New ESC Application For Towing Trailers |
Volvo has introduced a new application of electronic stability control (ESC) that helps stabilize the swaying and weaving behavior that can be a dangerous consequence of towing a trailer.
Networkfleet Awarded California Grant to Deploy Commercial Emissions Monitoring |
Networkfleet has been awarded a grant to deploy its wireless fleet management system tracking vehicle emissions and excessive engine idling.
![]() | Audi R8 Receives New Park Assist System |
With the introduction of the updated navigation system plus, Audi also announced the availability of a new park assist system on the R8.
![]() | Peugeot Introduces Restyled 207, Includes Navi, Telematics & Bluetooth |
Peugeot introduced the newly restyled 207 today. The car includes options for navigation, telematics, Bluetooth, and branded audio. The 207 has a price that starts at €10,786.
![]() | Nissan Launches Intelligent Driver Project |
Nissan has announced the launch of the Nissan Intelligent Driver Project (NIDP) and promotes the reduction of fuel consumption and CO2. The trial is the first conducted by Nissan involving Nissan vehicle owners outside Japan.
![]() | BMW to Introduce Speed Limit Recognition System |
BMW is currently testing its speed limit recognition technology and plans to bring it to the Australian market in early 2010. The system is already available in Europe.
![]() | Hyundai Reveals Inst. Cluster for Upcoming Hybrid Avante |
Hyundai is close to releasing its hybrid Avante (a.k.a. Elantra) in Korea, and has released images of its instrument cluster display with several features to prompt Eco driving behavior.
![]() | IBM and NXP Collaborate to Solve Traffic Congestion Challenge |
IBM and NXP have announced the start of a new project that will help address the challenge of traffic congestion in the Netherlands. The plan is to demonstrate the feasibility of a usage charge for roads to help lower traffic congestion.
![]() | Hella KGaA Secures Financing with Syndicated EUR 550M Loan |
Announced earlier this week, Hella KGaA Hueck & Co. prematurely prolonged its EUR 550 million syndicated credit facility until 2012. According to Hella, this new financing signals the company's renewed strength and business prospects.
![]() | Minnesota Legislators, Ford Teach Eco-Driving Techniques |
At a consumer Ride & Drive event yesterday at the Minnesota State Capitol, in St. Paul, local Minnesota legislators teamed up with the Ford Motor Company to teach drivers Eco-Driving techniques to help motorists save up to 15% on fuel costs.