In other words, they were car people who built a diagnostic tool in a garage for other car people.
Community as a product-development engine OBDeleven’s earliest growth came largely through the automotive community, as our founders predicted it would.
Without downplaying the necessity of wooing the serious car enthusiasts and the manufacturers, continued growth depended on making a product initially designed for these enthusiasts work for everyday drivers.
Reaching mainstream customers requires awareness, clear positioning, distribution, and an experience that demands very little learning from the user.
What bootstrapped growth teaches founders Bootstrapping often involves doing things the hard way, especially in heavily regulated and security-sensitive industries.
2h ago · via startupsmagazine.co.uk
V2X enables vehicles to exchange information directly with nearby vehicles and roadside infrastructure through dedicated communication equipment.
V2N, meanwhile, connects vehicles to networks and cloud servers through mobile telecommunications infrastructure.
This allows vehicles to receive information covering broader areas, including traffic conditions, weather, roadwork and disabled vehicles beyond the immediate vicinity.
LG Electronics combines the two approaches to extend the reach and reliability of hazard warnings.
According to LG Electronics, the solution meets the criteria for the highest rating under Euro NCAP, Europe's new-car safety assessment program.
8h ago · via koreaittimes.com
In connected car news are Google, Car Connectivity Consortium, Schaeffler, Qorix, SmartSens, XPENG, Emergency Safety Solutions, PursuitAlert, Red Hat, Ferrous Systems, Mapbox, BMW, Honda, Rescale, Elektrobit, Microchip, Teletrac Navman, Infineon, Wolfspeed, Misora Connect and Automotive Edge Computing Consortium.
XPENG and Google Bring Google Play to Android Automotive Cockpits XPENG announced an expanded strategic collaboration with Google to integrate Google Play natively into its AI-powered digital cockpit.
Alert Network Emergency Safety Solutions and PursuitAlert announced the integration of PursuitAlert’s patented DigitalSiren platform into the H.E.L.P.
Mapbox and BMW Put 3D Live Navigation and ADAS in the Neue Klasse Mapbox has introduced Mapbox 3D Live Navigation to power BMW Maps in BMW Group’s next-generation Neue Klasse electric vehicle platform.
Misora Connect Joins Automotive Edge Computing Consortium’s Trusted DataOps Group The Automotive Edge Computing Consortium announced that Misora Connect has joined as an affiliate member, contributing wireless connectivity and mobile virtual network operator expertise to the consortium’s technical work.
13h ago · via autoconnectedcar.com
Connected vehicle technology is becoming the norm, especially for younger American drivers.
A new survey by Verra Mobility Corporation found that 72% of drivers expect their next vehicle to “function like a smartphone, with apps and services built in.”
Fifty-one percent of survey respondents said connected features would influence their decision to buy a different make, model, or higher trim level.
But trust in the data sharing required for connected services is a major consideration for drivers.
Fifty-four percent of respondents expressed at least some concern about vehicle data collection processes.
14h ago · via fi-magazine.com
What “Software-Defined, AI-Powered” Actually Means The phrase software-defined vehicle gets used loosely, so it is worth being precise about what it covers.
PwC’s automotive AI investment outlook puts a figure on how far the industry has already committed: nearly $110 billion invested in AI by the automotive sector since 2021.
Historical Context: From Connected Cars to Code-First Platforms The software-defined vehicle idea did not appear overnight in 2026.
How is a software-defined vehicle different from a connected car?
A software-defined vehicle goes further, allowing core vehicle behavior, including systems like braking, battery management, and driver assistance, to be updated or changed after the vehicle leaves the factory.
16h ago · via shattered.io
Top-selling car brand confirms some Australian customer data is processed overseas as connected cars top a million The News Toyota Australia has confirmed that some data from its connected vehicles is processed and stored overseas in the Americas and South-East Asia, as the number of connected Toyotas on local roads passed 1 million.
Senior executives at Toyota Australia said the majority of the data was hosted in secure data centres in Australia, and that protecting it was as important as protecting customers on the road.
As I have said before, protecting customer data is as essential as protecting their safety on the road,” he said.
“Our data systems are hosted in secure data centres, the majority of which are located in Australia, with some data also processed and stored in secure Toyota-managed environments in North America and Singapore.”
More recently Toyota and Hyundai have been investigated by the Australian privacy watchdog over their data practices particularly in relation to data collection, sharing and deletion.
20h ago · via carsales.com.au
Geely Galaxy Cruiser 700 Photo by: Geely Chinese Cars Often Offer More For The Money One of the biggest reasons Chinese vehicles are attracting buyers is their combination of competitive pricing and equipment.
The International Energy Agency has identified growing price competitiveness as an important factor behind the expansion of Chinese electric vehicles, particularly in emerging markets.
Chinese manufacturers can therefore target different customers with different powertrains instead of relying exclusively on fully electric cars.
Buyers Outside The U.S. Have More Chinese Cars To Choose From Chinese automakers have expanded overseas by tailoring their products and business strategies to individual markets.
For many buyers, Chinese cars remain a gamble when it comes to durability, servicing, and resale values.
22h ago · via motor1.com
Chinese electric vehicle maker XPENG is expanding its partnership with Google, bringing native Google Play integration to its vehicles from early 2027.
The upcoming integration will give XPENG owners access to hundreds of automotive-optimized applications available through Google Play across more than 100 countries.
The Google Play integration will work alongside XPENG’s existing intelligent cockpit technology, including its multilingual AI-powered voice assistant.
With Google Play, the collaboration is expanding beyond navigation into a broader digital ecosystem covering entertainment, mobility services, and everyday applications.
The integration will not necessarily bring every Google Play application to every XPENG model.
1d ago · via electriccarsreport.com
The Korean automaker has officially revealed the India-spec Hyundai Bayon, which is scheduled to be launched in the country on October 26, 2026.
This positioning leaves prospective buyers at a crossroad: Should you book the new Hyundai Bayon or go ahead with the proven Hyundai Creta right now?
Design & Dimensions Hyundai Bayon: The midsize SUV measures 4245mm in length, 1810mm in width and 1565mm in tall, with a wheelbase of 2600mm.
Hyundai Creta: Measuring 4.3 meters in length, the Creta carries a classic, boxy and upright SUV stance.
Hyundai Bayon Wait for Hyundai Bayon if you want advanced cabin tech, as it has dual 12.3-inch curved screens and Generative AI voice system.
1d ago · via carlelo.com
Regional outlooks highlight Asia-Pacific's manufacturing dominance, North America's public safety spending, Europe's digital radio transition, Latin America's infrastructure gaps, and the Middle East & Africa's humanitarian and commercial radio needs.
Public Safety and Military Communication (estimated share: 24%) Public safety and military communication is a critical end-use sector for two-way radios and professional communication equipment.
Demand-side indicators include government budgets for public safety, the number of first responders, and military procurement programs.
Key Market Participants Regional Dynamics Asia-Pacific (estimated share: 45%) Asia-Pacific dominates the global radio market, accounting for the largest share of production and consumption.
Automotive production is a key driver, while public safety and emergency communication needs are growing.
1d ago · via indexbox.io
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Oct 18, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
About 200 Chinese electric vehicles equipped with cameras and communication devices have been found freely entering and exiting South Korean military installations across the country.
Connected cars are equipped with around ten cameras, high-precision GPS positioning systems, radar, and microphones, allowing them to transmit collected information over the internet.
The United States and the European Union have expressed concern that information gathered by Chinese-made connected cars could potentially flow to Chinese intelligence authorities in real time.
Chinese vehicles are freely roaming military installations where even iPhones are banned due to security concerns.
The Ministry of National Defense has not yet taken security measures, such as barring connected cars from entry, nor has it requested security-related cooperation from vehicle manufacturers.
Oct 18, 2026 · via news.sbs.co.kr
In its launch specification, the U7 exceeded the 1,234 hp of the Lucid Air Sapphire, which up until that point had been America's most powerful current electric sedan.
But the U7 isn't the only Chinese EV rewriting the rules – and BYD isn't even the most radical example of what's coming.
This initially covered 49,000 Chinese EV imports, which would instead face a 6.1% most-favored-nation tariff.
Independent importers and Chinese vehicle specialists may be talking about future availability and advertising certain models, but there's a long way to go.
On the North American continent, the four-door electric sedan industry may develop in very different ways on either side of a west-to-east dividing line.
Oct 18, 2026 · via carbuzz.com
AFP, OSLO Add TT as Preferred Source Chinese-made cars filmed sensitive information during a Norwegian military exercise, including access codes at secure sites and officials’ comings and goings, raising concerns about the risks posed by connected vehicles.
In its report three weeks after the exercise, DN said the recordings came from rental vehicles — at least two of them Deepal-brand cars, made by Chinese state-controlled automaker Changan.
They were supplied to the army by Hertz Norge, which is indirectly owned by the Chinese auto group Geely.
Smartwatches and fitness apps such as Strava, popular with joggers, can also expose sensitive military information.
In 2018, data published by Strava made it possible to identify military sites and soldiers’ routes, notably in Afghanistan and Syria.
Oct 18, 2026 · via taipeitimes.com
The 11th annual event invites residents to walk, bike, explore, and connect on Sunday, October 18 By North Forty News Staff | NorthFortyNews.com FORT COLLINS — One of Fort Collins’ signature community events returns Sunday, October 18, as Open Streets transforms Laurel Street into a temporary car-free gathering space filled with activities, entertainment, and opportunities for residents to connect.
The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. along Laurel Street between Mason Street and Shields Street.
Now in its 11th year, Open Streets encourages residents to experience city streets differently by replacing regular vehicle traffic with an environment designed for pedestrians, bicyclists, families, and community activities.
The event supports Fort Collins’ broader emphasis on active transportation and creating public spaces that accommodate people of different ages and abilities.
Event Information What: 11th Annual Fort Collins Open Streets When: Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Laurel Street between Mason Street and Shields Street, Fort Collins Admission: Free Details: View the event listing
Oct 17, 2026 · via northfortynews.com
Soldiers typing access codes within view of a recording lens is a serious breach of routine security, whatever the nationality of the car's owner.
Gate codes protect restricted areas, so anyone who accessed the clips could have learned how to enter them without authorization.
Soldiers found the clips by chance while browsing the vehicle menus because they were bored, and they erased the recordings afterward.
Norway’s Police Security Service, the counterintelligence body, says Chinese intelligence and security agencies now possess greater capacity to run operations inside the country.
Yet all these cases involve other incidents and policies, and none connects Geely or the rental firm to the dash cams that recorded the soldiers.
Oct 17, 2026 · via techradar.com
The Black Box Most Drivers Forget They Have Nearly every passenger vehicle sold in the United States today carries an event data recorder, often called a black box.
When sensors detect a sudden change in speed that signals a crash, the module locks in what it was holding.
Depending on the make and model year, it may include vehicle speed, throttle position, whether the brake pedal was pressed, steering angle, engine speed, seatbelt use and the force of the impact itself.
Telematics, GPS and the Connected Car Event data recorders are only the oldest piece of the picture.
The strongest injury claims today pair what witnesses saw with what the vehicle recorded, the cameras captured and the phones logged, then check each against the others.
Oct 17, 2026 · via ritzherald.com
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Oct 17, 2026 · via sports.yahoo.com
The 2004 Cadillac XLR introduced GM’s first iteration of radar-based adaptive cruise control, which could automatically maintain a driver-set following distance to the car ahead.
It’s a feature that’s now available in many GM vehicles.
As the 1980s dawned, GM vehicles started using microprocessors in a big way.
Always pay attention while driving and when using Super Cruise.
Always use Super Cruise in accordance with local laws.
Oct 17, 2026 · via news.gm.com
During a security exercise at Oslo airport on September 14 to 18, waiting soldiers tapping on their vehicle’s screen discovered videos recorded by the on-board cameras, the Dagens Naeringsliv newspaper revealed.
The recordings showed who was getting in and out of the cars, the routes taken and even the codes used to open gates or doors to military facilities.
Oct 17, 2026 · via scmp.com