BMW Will Make Sure You’re Never Late for a Meeting With New Connectivity Features
BMW wants its cars to integrate better with people’s smartphones and busy lives.
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Chrysler’s Next Infotainment System Could be Android-Powered
The car’s infotainment system, this new infotainment system on display doesn’t require a smartphone.
Waze Traffic App Now Helps You Find Parking
The Waze traffic app is being updated to help you find the best parking spots.
Smartphone Box Brings High-End Features to Low-Cost Cars
Magellan is best known for its navigation systems, but the tech company’s latest gadget will provide access to connected-car features like Bluetooth and music streaming to cheaper vehicles.
Hands-On with Android Auto
The next generation of vehicular infotainment technology is here. Hyundai has become the first OEM to launch Android Auto, an exciting new computing system that puts the power of Google right in your vehicle’s dashboard.
FCA Owner Apps Updated with New Features
Mopar has redesigned the suite of FCA Owners Apps with new enhancements for vehicle owners.
2015 Hyundai Sonata is First Car to Offer Android Auto
Hyundai has become the first automaker to offer Google’s Android Auto in-car infotainment system in their 2015 Sonata sedan.
Continental Holds the ‘Keys’ to Future Driving
Supplier company Continental may hold the “keys” to future driving thanks to two different technologies under development.
GM to Sport Android-Powered Infotainment Systems in 2016
While other automakers are hesitant about getting in bed with Google, GM is pressing on and is looking to deliver an Android-based infotainment system in their new cars as soon as 2016.
Abalta Weblink Makes Smartphone Integration Affordable
After a good decade and a half in-vehicle infotainment is still something of a mess. Practically every automaker has taken its own approach to implementing advanced connectivity technology. And just like freshly fallen snowflakes no two solutions are alike.
What is Android Auto?
Android Auto is the latest product from Google that’s designed as an alternative to CarPlay but for Android users. Similar to the Apple infotainment solution, Android Auto will use your Android smartphone to enable apps and extra features while driving.
GM Smartphone App ‘DiDi Plate’ is Pretty Creepy
Smartphone apps can be social and helpful, but GM China is working on one that’s just plain creepy.
Android Announces Major Automotive Partnerships
Google announced a partnership today with four automakers and chipmaker Nvidia.
Audi, Google Set to Announce Partnership at CES
Audi and Google are expected to announce a partnership next week at the Consumer Electronics Show that will see the two companies work together on next-generation infotainment systems.
Google Glass Banned While Driving in UK
Google Glass has been rules an official no-no for drivers in the U.K. before becoming commercially available.
Complaining About Your Car… There’s an App for That
Lodging official complaints about your car just got easier.
Nissan App Makes Lease Returns Easier, More Convenient – Video
Nissan and Infiniti dealerships are turning to a new app called RPM Mobile to make lease returns quicker, easier, and more convenient for their customers.
Ford Mustang Configurator for iOS, Android Available
Mustang fans armed with an Android or Apple mobile device can now take advantage of the Ford’s car configurator on the go, pitting them against other enthusiasts.
CarBot Remote Controlled Cars Work Off Your Smartphone – Video
It may be a little early to be shopping for Christmas, but Desk Pets has released its CarBot which allows users to fully control the toy car with an Apple iOS device, or an Android-powered device.
Carfax Mobile App Released for Android Users
Adding convenience and confidence to the used car buying experience, today Carfax announced a mobile app for Android users.
Mobile App Gives Real Time Vehicle Diagnostics
The latest version of Palmer Performance Engineering’s DashCommand app was just released and promises to improve on previous versions by pairing with Pioneer’s AppRadio 2 device, though the entire setup is very expensive.
ACLU New Jersey Launches Concealed Police Recording App – Video
The New Jersey branch of the American Civil Liberties Union has teamed up with app developer OpenWatch to offer a new ‘Police Tape’ app for free, allowing users to secretly record video and/or audio during a police stop.
iBoost App Features HKS Blow Off Valve Noises – Videos
We’ve seen some pretty silly car sound apps in our time, but oh boy… this one might have just taken the top spot on our list.
Lamborghini Smartphones and Tablets are Slow and Expensive
If the Porsche Design Blackberry wasn’t exotic enough for you, there may be a new smartphone that suits your highly distinguished tastes. Lamborghini is going to be offering some devices that carry the exotic Italian brand’s eye-popping prices.
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