AccuWeather, announced its patented MinuteCast minute-by-minute precipitation forecasts are now available to drivers via AppLink using Ford’s new SYNC 3 in-car communications and entertainment system, initially available in Ford’s Mondeo, S-MAX, and Galaxy models. AccuWeather
If you are planning a road trip this summer, it’s a good idea to check out your car before your trip. If you are connected car driver, you can also prepare yourself by following these
J.D. Power released the J.D. Power 2016 U.S. Initial Quality Study. Kia was top rated while overall quality continued to improve. The last place ranking went to smart with Fiat ranking slightly better. U.S. domestic
Columbus, Ohio was named the winner of the USDOT’s Smart City Challenge. The city won a $50 million grant. The Columbus Partnership is contributing $90 million from local companies. Federal officials will be in Columbus
The Accord Hybrid is designed to keep occupants connected. The 2017 Accord Hybrid audio and digital experience has been upgraded with the available integration of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, HD Radio (EX-L and Touring
Embedded chips and connected car news tips this week come from Samsung, Joyent, Elektrobit, TMicroelectronics, SAP and “carship” Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Samsung Buys Cloud Tech-Joyent Samsung Electronics is acquiring Joyent, Inc., a leading public and private
The top best stories around Telsa Motors this week are swimmingly good, with thank you gifts arriving, Tesla S’ amphibian qualities, new after market add-ons and new marketing. Model 3 reservation holders are reporting starting
Probably the most stressful situations in driving are times when you arrive at an intersection with no traffic light, a constant flow of traffic, limited visibility, or some combination of all three. Turning left or
If you are addicted to talking to Siri on your phone and want to carry over the relationship to your car, you’re in luck because Siri is coming into cars through Apple CarPlay. When I
Hyundai Blue Link is one of the top app and web products from a vehicle manufacturer because not only does it offer smartphone connectivity (iPhone and Android) but smartwatch connections through Android Wear and Apple
No two mechanics or states are the same for pricing of car repairs some states are more expensive than others. The cost the maintain cars varies by make and model with foreign and luxury model
Despite overwhelming evidence proving the perils of distracted driving, the latest poll from PEMCO Insurance reveals that nearly half of Northwest drivers admit they illegally use their phones while driving – and a majority do