ZTE launches C-V2X module powered by Qualcomm

ZTE Mobile Devices  will be working with Qualcomm Technologies to drive the commercialization of cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) communications technology. These efforts build upon a broad industry commitment to help drive the commercialization of this technology for enhanced vehicular safety, improved traffic efficiency, and to pave the way for autonomous driving. ZTE is a global leader… Continue reading ZTE launches C-V2X module powered by Qualcomm

NTT Docomo invests in Otonomo

NTT DOCOMO Ventures, Inc.  has invested in Otonomo Technologies Ltd, a start-up that provides a marketplace for connected car data. Otonomo offers connected car data marketplace, a centralized platform through which car-generated data parameters are packaged into data bundles and offered to service providers to create innovative new applications and services. The Otonomo platform was… Continue reading NTT Docomo invests in Otonomo

MapmyIndia announced Smart Mobility Platform (MSMP)

MapmyIndia has unveiled the new, comprehensive MapmyIndia Smart Mobility Platform, designed to address the emerging challenges of the Automotive Industry for both personal and commercial customers. MSMP is being showcased during the Auto Expo 2018 (Feb 7-14) at the MapmyIndia Pavilion – E 28, Hall No. 4, India Expo Mart, Greater NOIDA. MSMP can be easily connected to… Continue reading MapmyIndia announced Smart Mobility Platform (MSMP)

Mercedes-Benz reveals more details about MBUX on A-Class

The new A-Class is the first Mercedes-Benz model to feature the completely new multimedia system MBUX – Mercedes-Benz User Experience, which also ushers in a new era in Mercedes me connectivity. The name MBUX – Mercedes-Benz User Experience for the new infotainment system signifies that the user experience (UX: has first priority. A unique feature… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz reveals more details about MBUX on A-Class

Thales and Vector collaborate on connected car cybersecurity

Thales, through its German company Sysgo, and Vector, the Stuttgart-based specialist for automotive embedded electronics founded a joint-venture to address the critical issue of multiple software managing multiple – often safety-critical – functions. The volume and complexity of software used to manage virtually every aspect of a connected or autonomous vehicle, both mechanic and electronic,… Continue reading Thales and Vector collaborate on connected car cybersecurity

BIBA claims near 1 million live telematics-based insurance policies in UK

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) conducts annual research into the number of telematics policies live in the UK and in 2017 the number of live telematics based policies reached almost one million; standing at 975,000.1 The BIBA survey includes information from the leading telematics brands in the UK to determine the number of live… Continue reading BIBA claims near 1 million live telematics-based insurance policies in UK

Daimler invests in what3words, an innovative address system to implement on Mercedes-Benz’s new infotainment system

Daimler AG is expanding cooperation with the start-up what3words. As part of the move, the company took part in a round of financing by what3words and acquired a share of around ten percent. In addition, Mercedes-Benz will be the first automobile manufacturer to integrate the new three-word address system and make it available to its… Continue reading Daimler invests in what3words, an innovative address system to implement on Mercedes-Benz’s new infotainment system

China’s BYD selects Qualcomm Automotive Solutions to drive in-vehicle experiences

Qualcomm Technologies and Chinese new energy company, BYD Company have announced the selection of Qualcomm Technologies’ automotive solutions for upcoming electric vehicles from BYD.  Anticipated to begin in 2019, BYD electric vehicles are planned to feature integrated infotainment and digital cluster systems powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820A Automotive platform.  The software architecture, hypervisor support… Continue reading China’s BYD selects Qualcomm Automotive Solutions to drive in-vehicle experiences