The Future of In-Vehicle Infotainment in Connected Cars – Grape Up
It cost a staggering $200 for that time. The antenna took up almost the entire roof of the car, the batteries barely fit under the front seat, and the huge speakers had to be fixed to the back of the seat backrest. The year was 1922, just over 20 years…
Developing Software for Connected Cars – Grape Up
Automotive is transforming into a hyper-connected, software-driven industry that goes far beyond the driving experience. How to build applications in such an innovative environment? What are the main challenges of providing software for connected cars…
Looking for a new family vehicle? US News lists 2022’s best cars for families
Looking for a new family vehicle? The U.S. News & World Report list of 2022 best cars for families is out. Looking for a new family vehicle? The U.S. News & World Report list of 2022 best cars for families is out. Ninety-six vehicles were…
GM shuts downs Marketplace, the app that let you buy gas and coffee from your car’s screen
General Motors is shutting down its in-car shopping app, Marketplace, which allowed customers to buy coffee, pay for gas, or make restaurant reservations from the infotainment screen of their vehicles. The service will be discontinued March 2022. (The…
Every iPhone and Android owner warned to check their bags, coats and cars right now
A CONTROVERSIAL tracking device made by Apple has been modified to make it even harder for people to know if they’re being stalked. AirTags have caused major concern since launching last year, following a raft of creepy reports including car-owners…
Homemade explosives destroy 2 cars in Sacramento within the same week
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) — Sacramento police said two cars were destroyed by homemade explosives this week in separate incidents. The first car was found destroyed last Sunday night at around 9:46 p.m. on 34th Street near 16th Avenue. The Sacramento…
High-tech cars steal the show at CES consumer electronics extravaganza
The annual CES electronics show in Las Vegas has long been a fantasyland of high-def televisions, drones, video games and audio gear but, in recent years, it’s also become the place to check out the latest in high-tech automotive. All told, more than a…
Concept cars, new phones, health gadgets highlight shortened, in-person CES
Cristiano Amon, president and chief executive officer of Qualcomm speaks on stage during the 2022 International CES at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on Tuesday. Photo by James Atoa/UPI | License Photo Jan. 5 (UPI) — The annual…
Snow Emergency Declared In Annapolis, Cars Off Snow Routes
ANNAPOLIS, MD — With 3 to 7 inches of snow expected by Monday night, the city of Annapolis declared a phase one snow emergency Sunday. Vehicles may be moved off snow emergency routes. Gotts, Knighton and Hillman parking garages are open for residents to…
Edmunds: 5 must-have features on new cars
Edmunds’ experts break down five must-have features to look out for on your next car. This photo provided by Honda is an example of a surround-view camera system, which is extremely useful when parking in tight spaces. Courtesy of American Honda Motor…