Toyota announced it is developing a cloud-connected telematics system that offers improved navigation features, in-vehicle Wi-Fi, and remote connectivity via a smartphone app.
Ford Motor Co. and Toyota Motor Co. are forming a nonprofit organization that will manage an open source software platform with the goal of providing consumers access to smartphone apps using voice commands and in-vehicle displays.
Dealers and their sales and service teams must prepare for a watershed moment in vehicle technology this year.
Mobile WiFi provider Vinli has reached agreements with Cox Automotive and Meineke Car Care to offer Cox's 40,000 dealer clients the ability to sell connected car capabilities to their customers as an aftermarket product.
CalAmp unveiled a new telematics system that doubles as an inventory management tool for dealers and a connected car service for consumers when linked to the company's new mobile application.
Spireon’s new Kahu connected car service can be used to track and manage inventory. But dealers can also upsell the service’s mobile app to customers, who can take advantage of Kahu’s theft recovery, 24/7 vehicle location and smart alerts features.
Dealer-FX was selected as the TU-Automotive 2015 Industry Newcomer at the TU-Automotive show in Detroit, Mich.
SiriusXM and Nissan will debut a new telematics system on select 2016 mode-year Nissan vehicles, starting with the OEM’s flagship Maxima sedan.
