In connected car News are Haley Tek, BlackBerry, Aperia, Geotab, SiriusXM and Toyota.
Haley Tek AB & BlackBeery GAP for Agile Android Automotive
HaleyTek AB and BlackBerry Limited, announced the launch of HaleyTek’s Generic Automotive Platform (GAP), a state-of-the-art cockpit software platform. GAP provides access to a seamless, agile Android Automotive development environment, accelerating the time-to-market for feature-rich, next-generation infotainment systems.
BlackBerry QNX is providing the QNX® Hypervisor for Safety and QNX® Sound platform for GAP, which will offer OEMs access to two long-awaited enabling technologies for next generation automotive cockpits; Software Defined Audio (SDA) and VirtIO. SDA delivers superior software-based acoustic and audio experiences for consumers, while enabling significant Bill-of-Material (BOM) savings and the ability to generate new subscription revenue through personalized audio software features after the sale of the vehicle. It will also extend the lifecycle of these systems, offering over-the-air (OTA) Android™ and security updates to enable a safe, connected future.
“Bringing GAP to market in collaboration with BlackBerry QNX and its industry-leading technologies not only empowers us to advance our infotainment systems, but also amplifies our reach in creating an automotive ecosystem that thrives on innovation and efficiency. Embracing open systems like VirtIO enables true hardware software separation, opens up all the benefits of cloud-first development and reduces the custom integration efforts for our entire ecosystem across OEMs,” said Jan-Erik Larsson, CEO, HaleyTek AB.
“Together with HaleyTek, we are forging a path to redefine the next generation of automotive infotainment based on a more open and collaborative development environment,” said John Wall, SVP and Head of BlackBerry QNX. “Our customers want to manage software lifecycles across multiple SOC vendors and the cloud. VirtIO simplifies these efforts and is endorsed by large software providers in the automotive industry. Through our SDA platform, we have already helped automakers achieve hundreds of millions of dollars in savings while creating new revenue opportunities, and we look forward to passing these benefits on to HaleyTek’s customers too.”
With a focus on sustainable innovation, HaleyTek and BlackBerry QNX are dedicated to ensuring that their advanced collaborative platforms not only meet but further enable the next generation of cockpit consolidation and better ecosystem and consumer experiences based on software.
Aperia Intergrates Geotab SDK for Halo Connect
Aperia Technologies Inc., the market leader in tire management solutions for medium and heavy-duty truck fleets, is pleased to announce its integration with Geotab’s unique open platform and SDK, to provide Halo Connect® on the Geotab Marketplace.
With Halo Connect integrated, drivers can access their tire health data directly from the Geotab Drive app without pairing to a gateway or downloading a new application. The add-in feature seamlessly links the vehicle to the corresponding tire health data. Therefore, drivers can conveniently receive tire health information in the same place where they log driving hours, conduct pre-trip inspections, and confirm vehicle health.
The Halo Connect add-in simplifies and streamlines pre-trip tire pressure inspections down to one click in the Geotab Drive app, saving valuable time. In addition, tire health alerts are sent directly to the driver’s device when they have push notifications enabled. The fleet manager retains control of driver permissions and the ability to send customized messages to drivers. This targeted messaging allows the fleet to send the correct information promptly with actionable steps to drivers alongside crucial alerts.
The integration improves the driver’s experience with tire and vehicle health. Consequently, fleets can ensure compliance and close the loop on issues efficiently and effectively. The Halo Connect add-in is available on the Geotab Drive app only to Halo Connect subscribers.
SiruxXM Toyota Extended Service Sub
SiriusXM announced that Toyota is now participating in its new three-year Extended Service Subscription program designed to empower automakers and dealerships in the United States to deliver even more value to new-vehicle buyers. Through this program, participating Toyota and Lexus retailers across the nation are now able to include the Extended Service Subscriptions to SiriusXM’s leading audio entertainment services with the purchase of select new vehicles, expanding the Toyota and Lexus Connected Services features available for customers while providing greater flexibility in payment options.
SiriusXM capability is a standard feature in all Toyota and Lexus models sold in the United States. Now, participating Toyota and Lexus dealerships can choose to add the three-year Extended Service Subscription to new models featuring the latest Toyota Audio Multimedia and Lexus Interface. The three-year subscription’s cost will be added to the vehicle’s purchase or lease price. Vehicles that do not include the three-year Extended Service Subscription will continue to include a standard three-month trial subscription to SiriusXM.
“We are pleased to offer the new three-year SiriusXM subscription option as another enhancement for Toyota and Lexus drivers during their journeys,” said Jessamine Merrill, general manager, Connected Technologies, Toyota Motor North America. “The ability to include the subscription cost with the vehicle’s purchase price helps provide dealers and customers more flexibility, convenience and value.”
“Toyota and Lexus have offered SiriusXM capability as a standard feature for several years, and we’re thrilled to expand upon our longstanding relationship by enabling their dealerships nationwide to participate in our new three-year Extended Service Subscription program,” said Gail Berger, senior vice president and general manager of Automotive Partnerships, SiriusXM. “This new subscription offering is rolling out to auto brands across the country and allows drivers to enjoy long-term access to SiriusXM’s complete lineup of music, sports, news and entertainment audio programming.”
Extended Service Subscriptions are governed by the terms and conditions contained in SiriusXM’s Customer Agreement, which is available at siriusxm.com, as well as Toyota’s Connected Services Terms of Use. Extended Service Subscriptions that are included with the purchase or lease of a vehicle do not automatically renew. A customer’s service under an Extended Service Subscription will stop at the end of the stated subscription term or the consumers sale and/or transfer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first. Extended Service Subscriptions are not transferable to another radio/vehicle, are not redeemable for cash or credit and are not eligible for any refund.
With hundreds of channels and exclusive, must-hear programming across music, talk and sports, SiriusXM offers a unique audio experience for fans across the United States – on the road, on the go and at home.
With more than 20 years of expertise in-vehicle, only SiriusXM offers a premium listening experience optimized for each infotainment system. With the three-year Extended Service Subscription, new car buyers will get access to SiriusXM directly through their vehicle as well as the SiriusXM app, providing access to even more content. Subscribers can also enjoy new programming launches year-round as well as new features and updates both in the SiriusXM app and over-the-air in select newer vehicles, continually improving and optimizing the experience for listeners over time.