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BMW ConnectedDrive Working to Create Intelligent Parking Search Solutions

Posted on June 6, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

With Ford’s ParkingSpotter technology quickly evolving, BMW looks to launch its own version of the technology. Their “research project,” dubbed Dynamic Parking Prediction (DPP), is already able to predict the availably of parking spaces using movement data from vehicle fleets. Here’s how DPP works: Thousands of vehicles from a test fleet supplied anonymous movement data generated when looking for and occupying parking spaces.

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Ford Transit Connect Wagon Gets More Rider-Friendly in 2016

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Do you take a long drive in the unminivan? Ford has added driver-centric upgrades in the 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon you’ll want to check out. The 2016 Transit Connect Wagon will now feature standard second-row fold-flat bucket seats for the Titanium model. The bucket seats are available as a no-charge option on the XLT long-wheelbase model, while a six-way power driver’s

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Fourteen 2016 Chevrolet Models to Offer Smartphone Compatibility

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

With decades of history giving consumers what they want behind them, Chevrolet is looking forward to their 2016 models giving consumers what they have started noticing they’re missing- on-the-road connectivity. As the use of smartphones has grown to over 2.3 billion devices globally, consumers have started demanding more integration with objects they use every day, including their vehicles. For the

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2016 Buick Enclave Adds OnStar 4G LTE Connectivity

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Continuing the General Motors aim to have more vehicles come equipped with 4G LTE technology, Buick has announced the 2016 Enclave will be enabled. Granting Wi-Fi access for up to seven devices, the Enclave’s new connectivity technology means the entire 2016 Buick model range is more connected than ever. “Customers’ daily lives are so entwined with personal devices, so the addition of

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What is SKYACTIV Technology?

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

We’ve all seen the Mazda commercials touting their SKYACTIV Technology. We’ve seen the SKYACTIV badging on the back of vehicles. But, what is it really? Mazda’s stated goal when SKYACTIV was initiated was “ultimate efficiency” across their entire line of vehicles. To do so, they started from scratch and engineered each major component of a vehicle to work harmoniously to

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Cadillac Ups Power and Connectivity in 2016 ELR

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

You want more? You’re getting more. Cadillac has announced that the 2016 ELR will get a boost in in power, torque, and connectivity. The 2016 model will have 25+ percent boost in power and torque, faster acceleration that improves 0-60 mph by 1.5 seconds (to 6.4 seconds), higher top speed, retuned chassis and steering for better handling, more responsive brakes and a new

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Audi Introducing 4G LTE in 2016 Models

Posted on March 5, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Following in the footsteps of Chevrolet’s in-vehicle AT&T 4G LTE connectivity announcements this year, Audi has announced that 2016 model year Audi vehicles will offer AT&T 4G LTE or 3G coverage. “Our relationship with Audi has allowed us to improve the in-car experience, beginning with the A3 last year, the first 4G LTE connected car in the U.S.,” said Chris Penrose,

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Google, Lincoln Combine Technology to Enhance Consumer Experience

Posted on February 21, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Controlling your vehicle from your phone just got easier with the partnership between Lincoln Motor Company and Google. The free MyLincoln Mobile app is the first automotive brand to launch an available seamless integration with Now cards in the Google app, offering a new notification opportunity for Android smartphone users to remotely start their vehicle. “Delivering unique experiences for the luxury

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Three New NissanConnect Mobile Apps Now Available

Posted on January 31, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Nissan drivers will be more connected than ever in 2015 with NissanConnect℠ Mobile Apps – Nissan’s global connected services platform – offering Twitter® and TripAdvisor® along with the launch of iOS support for Pandora®. These additions to join apps already available including Facebook, Google and iHeartRadio. “We’re pleased to announce these significant additions to NissanConnect Mobile Apps – some of the

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OnStar Brings Their Own Brand of Concierge Service to Consumers

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Editor Leave a comment

Need a flight or hotel reservation but you’re driving and you don’t have time to pull over and use your phone or tablet? Need a cup of coffee and can’t remember where the nearest Dunkin’ Donuts is? Enter OnStar’s latest addtion- concierge service. “On the heels of our 4G LTE connectivity launch last year, OnStar will continually roll out powerful, simple