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Continental and partners unveil vulnerable road user ‘guardian angel’

Posted by James Rudolph | Oct 5, 2021 | Connectivity, Infrastructure

Developed in collaboration with Vitronic and Deutsche Telekom, the technology demonstrated at the 2021 ITS World Congress attendees in Hamburg next week is expected to be available for mass roll-out in 2024.

Demand for innovative features will propel connected-car market

Posted by Kevin Jost | Aug 3, 2021 | Analysis, Connectivity, News

With revenue potential of $15-20 billion by 2025, the creation of software-defined vehicles and innovative business models is more critical than ever, say researchers from Frost & Sullivan.

Superpedestrian unlocks e-scooter safety breakthrough for Pedestrian Defense

Posted by Kevin Jost | Jul 22, 2021 | Artificial Intelligence, Connectivity, Electrification, Startups, Technology, User Experience, Vehicles

The company’s new system, enabled by the acquisition of Navmatic and its Super Fusion technology, can detect and correct sidewalk riding and other unsafe rider behaviors.

C2A Security: Consumers concerned about connected-vehicle safety

Posted by Kevin Jost | Jun 3, 2021 | Analysis, Connectivity

Nathaniel Meron, Chief Product and Marketing Officer at C2A Security, writes about how a cyber-secured vehicle can ensure that drivers need not fear hackers and risks to their personal safety.

Audi, partners demonstrate improved school bus and zone safety with C-V2X

Posted by Kevin Jost | May 20, 2021 | Connectivity, Standards, Testing, Vehicles

Audi of America, Applied Information, Blue Bird, Fulton County School System, City of Alpharetta, and Temple, Inc. are working to reduce injuries and fatalities in school zones and bus stops using Qualcomm and Commsignia C-V2X technologies.

Foxconn, Stellantis create Mobile Drive supplier for cockpit tech

Posted by Kevin Jost | May 19, 2021 | Business Development, Connectivity, Interiors, Technology, User Experience

The joint venture to develop digital cockpits and personalized connected services follows a number of other recent deals for the company also known as Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd. as it goes all-in for future mobility with Stellantis being the latest in a string of tie-ups including Geely, Byton, and Fisker.

Innovation in the connected vehicle

Posted by Kevin Jost | May 11, 2021 | Analysis, Autonomy, Connectivity, Software, Technology

Adam Boulton, CTO at BlackBerry Technology Solutions, writes about the possibilities for digital standardization in software-defined cars, bikes, and other vehicles.

Interior and connectivity tech highlights Jeep’s Wagoneer revival

Posted by Gary Mason | Mar 22, 2021 | Connectivity, Interiors

All eyes were on the abundant touchscreens with new user experience technology including UConnect 5 and Amazon Fire TV.

Mobileye, Transdev ATS, Lohr partner on autonomous shuttles

Posted by Kevin Jost | Feb 25, 2021 | Autonomy, Business Development, Connectivity, Mobility Services, Technology, Vehicles

On-road testing to start next year, with commercial services expected in 2023, of the autonomous mobility solution to distribute service when and where it’s needed, while also optimizing fleets, lowering transportation costs, and improving customer experiences.