Results for Telematics
 


The Car of the Future
8/31/2010
Could the most connected machine in the world be a car? It very well could be that a wireless-enabled car could become the “fourth screen” in your life, alongside your TV, PC, and mobile phone.


New Audi Has Technology at the Wheel
8/5/2010
Infotainment is one of the hottest words in the automotive market right. Automotive manufacturers certainly seem to be recognizing this trend, as evidence by new vehicles hitting the market equipped with the latest ways for drivers to stay connected.


Drive the Eco-Way
7/28/2010
It’s easy to ignore what you can’t see. But what if you could see your vehicle’s fuel usage and carbon emissions in realtime?


Need Some Privacy?
7/15/2010
I’ll admit that sometimes aspects of technology give me the creeps. In particular, I’m uneasy about geolocation tools that can identify and broadcast my location


In-Vehicle Connectivity on the Fly
7/15/2010
Vehicle telematics is one area within M2M (machine-to-machine) that is constantly expanding. It seems like every time you turn around, another new vehicle equipped with an advanced in-vehicle connectivity system is coming to market.


A Telematics Transformation
6/28/2010
When most people hear the word ‘telematics,’ they instantly think automobiles. Well believe it or not, telematics isn’t just about the cars anymore. Telematics has expanded out past the automotive market and has shown up in some unexpected applications such as mobile health.


Connectivity, In Case of an Emergency
6/10/2010
Being involved in a car accident can be a truly horrifying experience, which is why we do our best to steer clear of them on the road. But since we don’t always have control over what is taking place on the road around us, sometimes an accident can be nearly inevitable. Fortunately, advancements in automotive technology can give drivers the peace of mind knowing if they are in an accident, help is on the way.


The Road Ahead for Telematics
6/9/2010
As information and communication technologies continue to intersect, in-vehicle telematics is expected to grow exponentially. In fact, according to ABI Research, www.abiresearch.com, Oyster Bay, N.Y., onboard vehicle logistics systems will be standard in five years or less. The market seems guaranteed to succeed as consumers realize the benefits of a “connected” driving experience, and transportation companies continue to capitalize on the increased operational efficiencies telematics can offer.


A Bad Romance
6/1/2010
I have a love/hate relationship with my OnStar system. I love that it could save me in case of an accident. If the car ran into a ditch somewhere and knocked me unconscious, the little OnStar cellular radio would alert the OnStar call center. The friendly call center people would check on me, and after getting no response they would send an ambulance. This gives me peace of mind—enough peace of mind that I shell out nearly $200 a year to keep the basic OnStar plan, even though that annual transaction is the only time I ever think about the system.


A New Era for Auto Insurance
5/20/2010
On average, the way we pay auto insurance isn’t exactly fair. We could be the best drivers on the road who drive the minimal amount every day, yet end up paying just as much as the speed demons around us simply because we happen to be the same age or gender. The use of M2M (machine-to-machine) technology, in the form of usage-based insurance, can do wonders for getting auto insurance rates on an even road.


Putting Connectivity in the Driver Seat
4/29/2010
In-vehicle connectivity is in high demand among consumers these days, which shouldn’t come as any surprise. With all of the innovative technology that keeps showing up in vehicles, who wouldn’t want the ability to stay connected and entertained with just the simple push of a button or two?


Next Step for Vehicle Telematics
4/23/2010
Machine-to-machine (M2M) technology has already enabled innovative vehicle solutions such as automatic crash notifications, roadside assistance and concierge services, turn-by-turn navigation, and entertainment-based media applications—called “infotainment.” Today’s market leaders in the space, including SYNC by Ford, www.ford.com, Dearborn, Mich., and OnStar by GM, www.gm.com, Detroit, Mich., have only begun to construct what will become the connected car of the future.


Using M2M for Vehicle Insurance
3/17/2010
Usage-based insurance is a great example of how M2M (machine-to-machine) technology benefits the average consumer without their knowledge of the technology even playing a role.


Sync My Ride, And Only Mine
3/12/2010
Each year, millions of people fall prey to identity thieves who gain illegal access to their personal information. As M2M (machine-to-machine) technology and connected devices continue to make their way into consumers’ hands, security measures need to advance with the times in order to keep this flow of data and information as safe and secure as possible.


Analyzing the SIM Base
3/1/2010
Wireless Logic, www.wirelesslogic.co.uk, London, U.K., has announced MiX Telematics, www.mixtelematics.com, , Birmingham, U.K., has migrated its U.K. base of SIMs (subscriber identity modules) to Wireless Logic's managed, fixed IP (Internet protocol) connectivity service. The objective was to better control the usage and cost of each connection and allow the company, for the first time, to analyze the performance, procurement, and activation of its SIM base. This is realized via Wireless Logic's ‘ManageNet’ platform and ‘SIMPRO’ provisioning system, which enables clients to activate/suspend and monitor data usage/performance in realtime.
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