Thalwil, Switzerland: PND manufacturer Mio, has selected u-blox' AMY-5M GPS module to power the Moov V780, the companies high-end PND and multimedia player.

Ford Launches All New Figo

Posted on 2010-03-09

It will have four trims -LXI, EXI, ZXI, and Titanium - of which the upper three offer an AM/FM radio headunit with MP3 compatibility via USB and Aux-in, and four speakers. Bluetooth HFP, A2DP, and PBAP are also available in the upper two trims.

C3World - Connected Cars in a Connected World is a research group created by Volkswagen and three Lower Saxonian research institutes in Braunschweig, Hannover and Oldenburg.

FineDigital Enhances its Connected PND

Posted on 2010-03-09

FineDigital has launched an upgraded version of its connected PND, FineDrive iQ700 II, which uses the DMB data channel to send real-time update notices, such as bi-monthly map update messages that usually pop up on its website, directly onto the PND.

TSP Executive Shuffle: Both OnStar and ATX Leaders Leave Their Posts

Posted on 2010-03-09

Recently, the leaders at both OnStar and ATX Group have left their top spots at two of the largest telematics service providers in the world.

HD Radio Announces First Quadcast Channel

Posted on 2010-03-09

For the first time, a single radio station is broadcasting four HD channels, using HD4 capabilities. Listeners will hear digital programming of Northeast sports teams on CBS Radio's The Fan Sports Network., via HD Radio HD2/HD3/HD4 channels.

Ford is announcing security features to protect the driver's information from computer hackers and viruses. They are including technologies in their vehicles to secure its mobile device-to-car connections, with firewalls, virus protection and passwords.

Geneva: Toyota RAV4 Debuts with Three Navigation Options

Posted on 2010-03-08

The newly restyled Toyota RAV4 made its debut at Geneva with options for three different types of navigation. The options include a HDD, DVD, or SD based variation of navigation systems available to customers.

Geneva: New 2010 Toyota Auris Now Includes Bluetooth

Posted on 2010-03-08

Toyota debuted the new 2010 Auris at the Geneva Motor Show. The sedan includes voice recognition Bluetooth, several navigation options, and connectivity. Also included are options for park assist.

Dongfeng Honda Launches Upgraded 2010 CR-V

Posted on 2010-03-08

Honda's joint venture in China, Dongfeng-Honda, launched the new 2010 CR-V last week. The model is updated with Bluetooth, USB and iPod connectivity, a DVD navigation system and rear camera park assist.

Ford Launches All New Figo

Posted on 2010-03-09

It will have four trims -LXI, EXI, ZXI, and Titanium - of which the upper three offer an AM/FM radio headunit with MP3 compatibility via USB and Aux-in, and four speakers. Bluetooth HFP, A2DP, and PBAP are also available in the upper two trims.

C3World - Connected Cars in a Connected World is a research group created by Volkswagen and three Lower Saxonian research institutes in Braunschweig, Hannover and Oldenburg.

TSP Executive Shuffle: Both OnStar and ATX Leaders Leave Their Posts

Posted on 2010-03-09

Recently, the leaders at both OnStar and ATX Group have left their top spots at two of the largest telematics service providers in the world.

HD Radio Announces First Quadcast Channel

Posted on 2010-03-09

For the first time, a single radio station is broadcasting four HD channels, using HD4 capabilities. Listeners will hear digital programming of Northeast sports teams on CBS Radio's The Fan Sports Network., via HD Radio HD2/HD3/HD4 channels.

Ford is announcing security features to protect the driver's information from computer hackers and viruses. They are including technologies in their vehicles to secure its mobile device-to-car connections, with firewalls, virus protection and passwords.

Geneva: Toyota RAV4 Debuts with Three Navigation Options

Posted on 2010-03-08

The newly restyled Toyota RAV4 made its debut at Geneva with options for three different types of navigation. The options include a HDD, DVD, or SD based variation of navigation systems available to customers.

Geneva: New 2010 Toyota Auris Now Includes Bluetooth

Posted on 2010-03-08

Toyota debuted the new 2010 Auris at the Geneva Motor Show. The sedan includes voice recognition Bluetooth, several navigation options, and connectivity. Also included are options for park assist.

Dongfeng Honda Launches Upgraded 2010 CR-V

Posted on 2010-03-08

Honda's joint venture in China, Dongfeng-Honda, launched the new 2010 CR-V last week. The model is updated with Bluetooth, USB and iPod connectivity, a DVD navigation system and rear camera park assist.

The OEM discussed its future infotainment and telematics plans under new ownership and talked about the importance of mobile device connectivity.

Geneva: Honda CR-Z Has European Debut

Posted on 2010-03-08

The 2-door Honda CR-Z Hybrid made its European debut at Geneva. Included on the car was a DVD based navigation system along with a few ADAS options like rear camera park assist.

Thalwil, Switzerland: PND manufacturer Mio, has selected u-blox' AMY-5M GPS module to power the Moov V780, the companies high-end PND and multimedia player.

C3World - Connected Cars in a Connected World is a research group created by Volkswagen and three Lower Saxonian research institutes in Braunschweig, Hannover and Oldenburg.

FineDigital Enhances its Connected PND

Posted on 2010-03-09

FineDigital has launched an upgraded version of its connected PND, FineDrive iQ700 II, which uses the DMB data channel to send real-time update notices, such as bi-monthly map update messages that usually pop up on its website, directly onto the PND.

HD Radio Announces First Quadcast Channel

Posted on 2010-03-09

For the first time, a single radio station is broadcasting four HD channels, using HD4 capabilities. Listeners will hear digital programming of Northeast sports teams on CBS Radio's The Fan Sports Network., via HD Radio HD2/HD3/HD4 channels.

Ford is announcing security features to protect the driver's information from computer hackers and viruses. They are including technologies in their vehicles to secure its mobile device-to-car connections, with firewalls, virus protection and passwords.

Geneva: New 2010 Toyota Auris Now Includes Bluetooth

Posted on 2010-03-08

Toyota debuted the new 2010 Auris at the Geneva Motor Show. The sedan includes voice recognition Bluetooth, several navigation options, and connectivity. Also included are options for park assist.

Mini announced its new connectivity platform, Mini Connected, at the Geneva Motor Show last week. Now the OEM announced that it has integrated the RadioTime Web radio service into its solution.

Navigon Introduces 2510 Explorer - Tourist Information Included

Posted on 2010-03-05

The Navigon 2510 is a device positioned as a travel guide. A new feature on the device is Navigon Sightseeing which integrates Merian scout travel information.

Garmin Releases Map Updates for China

Posted on 2010-03-04

Garmin, together with its Chinese distributor Unistrong, recently released a new map version, the China City Navigator V7.6.

First demonstrated at Frankfurt last year, Nokia once again demonstrated its ability to seamlessly integrate mobile devices with the automobile's infotainment system. Nokia teamed up with Velmet Automotive at Geneva to demonstrate the system in a car.

C3World - Connected Cars in a Connected World is a research group created by Volkswagen and three Lower Saxonian research institutes in Braunschweig, Hannover and Oldenburg.

Geneva: Toyota RAV4 Debuts with Three Navigation Options

Posted on 2010-03-08

The newly restyled Toyota RAV4 made its debut at Geneva with options for three different types of navigation. The options include a HDD, DVD, or SD based variation of navigation systems available to customers.

Geneva: New 2010 Toyota Auris Now Includes Bluetooth

Posted on 2010-03-08

Toyota debuted the new 2010 Auris at the Geneva Motor Show. The sedan includes voice recognition Bluetooth, several navigation options, and connectivity. Also included are options for park assist.

Dongfeng Honda Launches Upgraded 2010 CR-V

Posted on 2010-03-08

Honda's joint venture in China, Dongfeng-Honda, launched the new 2010 CR-V last week. The model is updated with Bluetooth, USB and iPod connectivity, a DVD navigation system and rear camera park assist.

Geneva: Honda CR-Z Has European Debut

Posted on 2010-03-08

The 2-door Honda CR-Z Hybrid made its European debut at Geneva. Included on the car was a DVD based navigation system along with a few ADAS options like rear camera park assist.

Toyota Announced Pricing for 2011 Avalon; Still Missing ACC & Safety Connect

Posted on 2010-03-08

For the MY2011 Avalon, Toyota has come up with a new pricing strategy, canceling its base model Avalon XL, - which was priced under $30K in favor of a base MSRP on a well-equipped Avalon at $32,995 MSRP.

OmniVision Technologies has announced the immediate availability of its newest imaging sensor for driver assistance applications. The 1-megapixel OV9715 CMOS image sensor is ideal for 360-degree view systems such as multi-camera parking aids.

Delphi has announced its presence in a number of vehicles presented at the Geneva Motor Show, including radar sensors and digital entertainment components.

Autoliv has announced that it has acquired the radar system business from Visteon. The new radar business helps to further fill out Autoliv's offerings of both vision- and radar-based safety systems which have grown significantly in recent years.

Volkswagen has released additional information about its new infotainment system. The RNS 850 is provided by a new supplier and now features an integrated Bluetooth interface.

BMW Confirms New X1 SAV for MY2011; New iDrive and HDD Navi Included

Posted on 2009-07-02

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.