Maine Right to Repair Update with VIP Tires & Service’s Tim Winkeler
Tim Winkeler, president and CEO of VIP Tires & Service, shares how his team is leading the effort to educate consumers about right-to-repair in Maine.
Senators Call Out NHTSA On Internet-Connected Cars
Two U.S. senators are calling out the agency’s “dangerously reactive approach to cybersecurity.”
Bridgestone to Make Debut Appearance at Annual Consumer Electronics Show
As part of its interactive showcase, Bridgestone’s CES display will spotlight a number of mobility solutions that focus on extended mobility, improved safety and increased efficiency.
Bridgestone Europe To Acquire TomTom Telematics Business
Bridgestone Europe has entered into an agreement with TomTom to acquire its telematics business, for a cash consideration of €910 million ($1.03 billion).
Auto Care Association Survey: Consumers Want Telematics Access and Control
A survey conducted on behalf of the Auto Care Association found 86% of consumers said vehicle owners should have access to driver and vehicle telematics.
Continental Offers Cybersecurity Solutions From Argus And Elektrobit For All Connected Vehicle Electronics
Continental is now offering end-to-end cybersecurity and over-the-air software update solutions from Argus Cyber Security and Elektrobit (EB) pre-integrated into its connected vehicle electronics products.
Survey Finds Half Of Consumers Connect To The Internet In Their Cars
Metova, a global provider of mobile, connected car, connected home and IoT solutions, has announced the results of a survey revealing consumer sentiment regarding “the connected car.”
Mitchell 1 Launches Connected Car Interface
Mitchell 1’s new Connected Car Interface promises to simplify the diagnostic process for the growing number of interconnected sensors installed in vehicles.
Automotive Telematics Systems Revenues to Reach $6.7 Billion in 2023
The IHS Markit research estimates that more than 33 million light vehicles equipped with some form of telematics were produced in 2016 globally. It is expected that production of such light vehicles will grow at a rate of 11 percent to reach over 66 million units in 2023.
Innova Offers Telematics Solution to Drive Business
Innova Telematics Solutions is offering an aftermarket solution to connect automotive repair shops with customers.
Michelin to Acquire Telematics Provider
Michelin North America has acquired NexTraq, a U.S. provider of commercial fleet telematics. NexTraq provides solutions for driver safety, fuel management and enhancing fleet productivity.
ASA Hosting Connected Car Education
The Automotive Service Association is hosting a training event to explore the technical aspects of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems at Connected CARS. The event is scheduled for May 18-20 at the Detroit Metro Airport Marriott Hotel in Romulus, Mich.
