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Volkswagen and LG agree on joint development of next-gen connected car platform

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The Volkswagen Group and LG Electronics have signed a memorandum of understanding on joint research and development of a next-generation connected car service platform. Going forward, the two companies will work together on Volkswagen’s Cross Over Platform, which is aimed at enhanced vehicle connectivity and convenience.

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USDOT preparing to issue solicitation for Phase 1 of Connected Vehicle Pilot Deployment program

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The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) is preparing to issue (on or before 15 January 2015) a solicitation for a full and open competition to procure services for the Connected Vehicle (CV) Pilot Deployment program, Phase 1: Concept Development. Accordingly, USDOT has issued the synopsis notice ( DTFH6115R00003 ) for Phase 1.

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Ford reveals redesigned 2015 Ford Focus with 1.0L EcoBoost engine option

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2015 Ford Focus. Ford revealed the redesigned 2015 Ford Focus at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the world’s largest exhibition for the mobile industry. Alerts are available any time a mobile device is connected to SYNC AppLink, even if the app is not currently active. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Ford CEO: Ford to focus on 5 key areas of innovation: mobility, autonomy, connectivity, customer experience and performance

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In a pre-Christmas media event, Ford president and CEO Mark Fields said while 2014 was a good year for the company, 2015 has the potential to be a “ breakthrough year ”. In moving forward on that, Fields said, Ford will focus on five key areas of innovation: mobility, autonomy, connectivity, customer experience and performance.

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GMC unveils the midsize 2015 Canyon pickup; diesel coming in 2016

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2015 GMC Canyon All Terrain SLE Extended Cab Short Bed Click to enlarge. GMC revealed the new 2015 Canyon midsize pickup on the eve of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Available apps will connect drivers to music, news, weather, travel information, vehicle data and more. The standard 2.5L

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Hyundai Blue Link to debut smartwatch app with voice recognition at 2015 CES

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Hyundai’s cloud-based Blue Link platform allows features such as remote start and service information to be quickly accessed through devices such as smartwatches and smartphones. Remote functions can then be executed from almost anywhere in the US as long as the user’s smartphone has a Bluetooth and cellular or Internet connection.

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Bosch establishes new connected devices company for Internet of Things

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Bosch has established a new company, Bosch Connected Devices and Solutions GmbH, for the Internet of Things (IoT) and related services; the company will supply compact electronic products and software expertise designed to make devices and objects intelligent and web-enabled across a broad range of applications. —Volkmar Denner.

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