Faurecia and Microsoft to collaborate for digital services inside the cockpit of the future

Faurecia, an automotive technology company, and Microsoft announced a partnership to create disruptive, connected and personalized services inside the Cockpit of the Future. Combining experience in edge-computing, artificial intelligence, cloud-based services, cockpit systems integration and consumer insights, Faurecia targets to collaborate with Microsoft to develop digital services based on Microsoft Connected Vehicle Platform to reinvent… Continue reading Faurecia and Microsoft to collaborate for digital services inside the cockpit of the future

Microsoft and Scope Technology partner to accelerate the evolution of connected car solutions

Scope Technology announced their successful migration to Microsoft Azure today.  The partnership includes Scope’s adoption of Azure to enhance their advanced enterprise solutions. It will also promote R&D collaboration on AI driven image recognition technology along with sales collaboration between the two companies.  Scope’s platform solutions feature connected car, IoT partner marketplace, and mobility platform… Continue reading Microsoft and Scope Technology partner to accelerate the evolution of connected car solutions

Tata Communications and Thales join forces to address businesses’ data security concerns around IoT

Thales, a digital security service provider, and Tata Communications, a digital infrastructure provider, are working together to develop a secure global IoT connectivity solution. Tata Communications MOV mobility and IoT platform and Thales’s T-Sure warranted digital identity offering is set to unlock the value in data generated by connected devices such as cars and trucks, whilst… Continue reading Tata Communications and Thales join forces to address businesses’ data security concerns around IoT

Volkswagen introduces all-new Passat with advanced connectivity and infotainment features

Volkswagen introduces the all-new Passat with advanced connectivity and infotainment features. In the Passat, five components combine to form the current level of connected mobility: a new generation of Infotainment, an online connectivity unit (OCU) with integrated eSIM, “Volkswagen We” as an online ecosystem, the “Digital Cockpit” and a head-up display. Online Infotainment The new Passat… Continue reading Volkswagen introduces all-new Passat with advanced connectivity and infotainment features

WEX brings mobile fuel payments to Shell fleet customers

WEX, a financial technology service provider, announced WEX Fleet DriverDash is now available to fleet drivers at Shell-branded locations across the country. DriverDash, the next generation in mobile fuel payments and the first mobile payment platform from WEX, enables drivers to authorize a fuel transaction from inside their vehicles. It uses a device’s biometric capabilities… Continue reading WEX brings mobile fuel payments to Shell fleet customers

BlackBerry and LG expand partnership to drive advancements in connected and autonomous vehicle technology

BlackBerry Limited announced that it is expanding its partnership with LG Electronics Inc. to accelerate the deployment of connected and autonomous vehicle technology for automotive OEMs and suppliers around the world. As part of the agreement, LG Electronics will use a range of BlackBerry QNX software and services to build next-generation digital consolidated cockpits, including infotainment… Continue reading BlackBerry and LG expand partnership to drive advancements in connected and autonomous vehicle technology

SoundHound Inc., partners with Hyundai to bring voice-enabled, smart connected SUV to India, powered by Houndify Voice AI platform

SoundHound Inc., the provider of in voice-enabled AI and conversational intelligence technologies, has announced a partnership with Hyundai Motor Group to bring the first voice-enabled, smart-connected SUV to the Indian market. Powered by SoundHound Inc.’s Houndify voice AI platform, the Hyundai Venue SUV enables drivers to speak queries and control various aspects of the car simply by… Continue reading SoundHound Inc., partners with Hyundai to bring voice-enabled, smart connected SUV to India, powered by Houndify Voice AI platform

Kia introduces all-new “Seltos”

The new Kia Seltos brings sophistication, assertiveness, technology and safety features to the global compact SUV segment. Kia revealed the Seltos for the first time globally at a special event in Delhi, India. The interior of the Seltos is designed with high-quality, futuristic materials. Aimed at youthful, tech-savvy buyers, the cabin is characterized by broad,… Continue reading Kia introduces all-new “Seltos”

Peugeot introduces new Peugeot 2008 with improved equipment and technology

PEUGEOT is unveiling the new 2008 SUV. It adopts the new generation of immersive PEUGEOT i-Cockpit 3D, with equipment and driving aids designed by the best know-how PEUGEOT has to offer. Being multi-energy, it offers the freedom to choose between 3 types of efficient engines: electric, petrol and diesel all offering phenomenally stimulating sensations. The… Continue reading Peugeot introduces new Peugeot 2008 with improved equipment and technology

Clavister and Tieto team up to improve the cybersecurity of connected and autonomous cars

Clavister, a cybersecurity solutions provider, will start a collaboration with Tieto, one of the software R&D service providers for Telecom and Automotive industries operating globally. The companies will jointly provide packaged expertise and solutions for connected and autonomous cars. Tieto’s focus in 5G, enhanced connectivity, cloud-nativity and in-vehicle software is a great match to Clavister’s cybersecurity expertise.… Continue reading Clavister and Tieto team up to improve the cybersecurity of connected and autonomous cars