FASTR manifests open group for automotive security
FASTR today released a security manifesto. Formerly called “Automotive Security Review Board” and founded by Aeris, Intel Security and Uber in 2016, FASTR seeks to
Month: February 2017
New Ford Expedition SUV with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi Hotspots & ADAS
Ford introduced the all-new Expedition with technology to keep every passenger connected, more power for drivers, and more expected towing capability than any other full-size
Big Game ads drew big hits on cars and automotive websites
Football advertising for cars, yesterday appears to have been a big hit for car buyers seeking information on Cars.com and Edmunds.com. Cars.com Users Love Alfa
Connected Tech CARS Winners: Telematics, Best Electric Vehicle, & Chipmaker: Octo, Chevy Bolt & NVIDIA
We have calculated the winners for AUTO Connected Car News’ Tech CARS award and the competition has been stronger than previous years. Our readers voted
Connected Car New Tips: car2Go, Mercedes-Benz, QSFP, MuHu, Nokia, ClearMotion, u-blox, OpenSynergy, CrimeStoppers & ProcessMap
In Connected car news tips and annoucements this week come from car2Go, Mercedes-Benz, QSFP, MuHu, Nokia, ClearMotion, u-blox, OpenSynergy, CrimeStopper and ProcessMap. car2Go Shares Mercedes-Benz
Why BMW i3 & Tesla S didn’t get picked for Top Safety Pick+ awards
IIHS reports that both the Telsa S and BMW i3 fall short of the highest safety ratings and suggest those who prioritize safety can choose
4.22 Petabytes of Data 2x 2015 Consumption by GM owner especially in Tahoes & Suburbans
The Wi-Fi hotspots in GM vehicles is very popular to the tune of 4.22 Petabytes. Chevrolet owners in the U.S. used 4,220,684 gigabytes (or 4,220
Pioneer updates drivers for CarPlay & App Radio infotainment systems
Pioneer is offering software updates available to many of its CarPlay recievers and infotainment systems. Pioneer’s firmware update (version 1.14) for the current lineup of
Wireless Apple CarPlay now available for after market installations
Alpine’s wireless CarPlay aftermarket receiver/infotainment system, the iLX-107, announced at CES, is now shipping and available through authorized retailers including some online stores where it is
new chip bags promote safe driving with alcohol sensors and free Uber
Big game/super football fans often eat chips and drink alcohol. Tostitos tortilla chips and dips are part of most big football watch parties. These gatherings usually
Cheapest car repairs for Hyundai, most reliable with least check engine lights Toyota & 2012 Honda CR-V
The CarMD Vehicle Health Index ranks the top 10 makes in each category, 100 vehicles with the fewest repair incidents, 100 vehicles with the lowest
Advanced connected car tech, CarPlay, Android Auto, vac & safety in new Honda Odyssey
Honda’s new 2018 Odyssey minivan will have advanced connected car and entertainment features with new Display Audio, CabinWatch, CabinTalk & streaming video with 4G LTE