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M2M Eases Pain of Parking
6/7/2013
It’s no secret parking is a pain. Most drivers know what it’s like to conduct the ever-frustrating search for a parking spot. And the more populated the area, the more agonizing the search becomes. Thankfully, the connected car industry may soon make this frustration a thing of the past.
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Where BlackBerry and Automotive M2M Merge
6/6/2013
One of the top priorities for consumers looking to purchase a connected car is the ability to get wireless software updates in the vehicles. After all, with technology advancing at such a rapid rate, consumers want the in-vehicle technologies to stay current.
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Looking to the Future of Automotive M2M
6/3/2013
Will cars soon be driving themselves? When will the barriers to adoption of electric vehicles be reduced? How can automakers offer connected features, while still keeping a keen eye on safety? The future of automotive is a hot topic these days, as the M2M technology in vehicles is advancing at a very rapid rate. For consumers, the ability to understand such trends is essential since purchasing a new vehicle is often a long-term investment.
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Do Connected Cars Deserve Our Trust?
5/22/2013
Consumers crave connected cars. Why shouldn’t they? As M2M continues to advance and this technology becomes more and more integrated into our everyday lives, it’s only natural to want to take it with us everywhere we go. But even with something as cool and life-changing as a connected car, it’s important that we not completely throw caution to the wind. Many are begging the question: How can we be sure these vehicles are completely safe and secure?
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Take Connectivity to the Road
5/20/2013
What are the hottest features and functions consumers are seeking when on the hunt for a new car? More often, connectivity is creeping to the top of that list. In today’s always-on society, car drivers are looking for a safe way to remain connected—and car manufacturers are delivering.
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M2M and the Connected Car Race
5/9/2013
Whether we know it or not, our roads are becoming hotbeds of in-vehicle connectivity. At any given moment, the driver next to you could be accessing navigation instructions. Meanwhile, the driver behind you is receiving a vehicle diagnostics update. And as for the driver in front of you; he or she is scrolling through music options via the latest app. We’re quickly approaching an era where car companies without any sort of in-vehicle connectivity option will be left in the dust.
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Looking into the Future of Connected Cars
4/30/2013
There’s no denying connected cars are the wave of the future. Some believe we’re not far off from a world in which the majority of automobiles come equipped with M2M technology. Beyond basic connectivity, these automobiles can be alerted to hazards on the road, adjust to our driving habits, and even communicate with other vehicles. As the technology keeps evolving, the possibilities multiply.
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Consumer Demand Paves the Way for 4G LTE
4/29/2013
While it’s true 2G still holds a slice of the core M2M market, wireless devices connected by 4G LTE technology are beginning to prove that today’s tech-savvy consumers are looking for lightning-fast speeds. As tech companies continue to strive for the next big thing in consumer connected devices, many are turning to 4G LTE as one way to help their device stand out from the rest.
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Many Factors Drive Connected Car
4/11/2013
For different people, the concept of the “connected car” can bring up a variety of different associations. Some of us think of in-vehicle connectivity for communications and infotainment. Some imagine electric cars that connect to the grid or to our homes. And some of us may think of the many safety and security features that can be enabled through M2M connectivity.
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M2M Drives UBI Forward
3/22/2013
The example of M2M remains strong in the form of UBI (usage-based insurance). Leveraging M2M technology, such programs are making a difference in driving habits for millions across the globe, and it looks as if UBI could transform the personal auto insurance market throughout the next decade.
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4G LTE M2M Hotrods
3/20/2013
In the not-so-distant future, casual talk about how fast your car can go may have as much to do with connectivity as it does acceleration. Yes, 4G connectivity in the car is the talk of the auto market these days, and soon enough M2M will become one of the wow factors drivers look for when slipping behind the wheel of the car.
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Cyclist Detection System from Volvo
3/8/2013
When talking about connected cars we tend to focus on just that—the cars. But a new system being introduced is designed with bicyclists in mind. It allows a vehicle to use connectivity technology to prevent crashes with bikes.
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Supporting Electric Vehicles
2/12/2013
Electric vehicles may help you cut down on trips to the pump, but they still need to be powered up. For electric and plug-in hybrid cars, finding a charging station is part of the driving experience, and connected-car technology is aiming to make the process as simple as possible.
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Vehicles Welcome Apps at CES
1/9/2013
At this year’s 2013 Intl. CES in Las Vegas, the automotive news has been stealing much of the spotlight. Automakers are announcing initiatives designed to bring cars closer to the device world, opening them up to a variety of new applications.
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Ford Connects Cars and the Home
1/8/2013
At 2013 Intl. CES, companies are exploring ways our world can become more connected. In some cases, this may mean our cars will communicate with our homes to help manage energy use. One major automaker is working to integrate the automobile into home systems.
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