Toyota, the world’s largest automaker, and Microsoft, the world’s largest software company, are teaming up to advance in-vehicle telematics. The companies will bring a host of new information services and battery management systems to future electric vehicles. These new services will be based on Microsoft’s Windows Azure cloud-computing platform and will debut on Toyota’s RAV4 [...]
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Hyundai’s first in-vehicle infotainment system is being unveiled this week at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The Blue Link system will provide drivers with a range of safety and convenience features. Features available at the system’s launch will include applications such as a maintenance reminder which helps drivers identify and schedule service, an [...]
First came in-car telematics, then came mobile smartphone apps. Now, Mercedes-Benz is looking to combine the two popular technologies with their all-new mbrace smartphone application. The mbrace system is available on the iPhone and on Blackberry devices and can perform a number of common functions such as unlocking car doors, contacting roadside assistance, or locating [...]
