Two people were arrested in connection with a strong-armed carjacking in Fresno, police said.
Fresno Police responded to the area of East McKinley Avenue and North Peach Avenue regarding a strong-armed carjacking on October 2nd.
Police used an Automated License Plate Reader and located the victim's car.
[RELATED] Man leaving NAS Lemoore killed when other driver ran a red light, CHP says Officers were also able to use the ALPR to locate the suspects' car in Stockton on October 7th.
They were arrested and taken to the San Joaquin County Jail, but the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office extradited them to Fresno.
Oct 16, 2026 · via kmph.com
From advanced headlights to connected-car data collection, new vehicle technology is creating more opportunities for dealers to educate customers before and after a sale.
During the conversation, Fix first addressed that advanced headlight systems are creating expensive repair bills that dealers should explain to customers before a problem occurs.
Fix notes that some newer lighting systems are costly to replace, so dealership teams should explain both the benefits and potential ownership costs of advanced equipment.
Then, Fix urged dealers to approach extended service contracts carefully, particularly when discussing expensive components such as headlights.
Clear communication about vehicle technology, data settings and financial documents can help dealers build trust and ensure customers understand what they are agreeing to.
Oct 16, 2026 · via cbtnews.com
Nearly 2,000 connected commercial vehicles in North America are using battery intelligence to support uptime, maintenance planning and operational efficiency.
Clarios Connected Services: Driving Fleet Efficiency CHARLOTTE, N.C., October 16, 2026, Oct. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clarios, a global leader in advanced low-voltage battery technologies, today announced that its Connected Services solutions now support approximately 20 commercial fleets, with nearly 2,000 connected commercial vehicles in North America.
Clarios Connected Services turns battery and charging-system data into predictive insights that help fleets identify developing issues and take the appropriate action before they lead to downtime.
They need actionable intelligence that helps them make better decisions," said Cagatay Topcu, Vice President, Connected Services at Clarios.
"The growing adoption of Connected Services reflects the increasing value fleets place on battery intelligence and predictive insights.
Oct 16, 2026 · via finance.yahoo.com
After 100 round trips, I finally found which Android Auto setup works for me, and here is why I'll stick with it.
I've finally ditched wireless Android Auto And I couldn't be happier Wireless Android Auto is convenient, and I don't think any car owner would disagree.
Since wireless Android Auto depends on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, these two technologies may also be at fault, not just Google.
A wired Android Auto connection has more benefits than better reliability I'm sticking with a wired Android Auto connection instead My car supports both.
If this is an issue, a wired Android Auto setup isn't for you.
Oct 16, 2026 · via androidpolice.com
A previous trial in Brazil also connected vehicles traveling across a 250km corridor with frequent black spots, transmitting telemetry parameters even during severe weather.
The mission of the annual AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program is to recognize the innovators transforming the global automotive and mobility landscape with breakthrough technology.
“Viasat keeps connected vehicles online beyond cellular coverage.
We’re so pleased to award Viasat with ‘Connected Car Innovation of the Year.’”
Tech Breakthrough LLC recognition consists of the opinions of the Tech Breakthrough LLC organization and should not be construed as statements of fact.
Oct 16, 2026 · via viasat.com
Turning off mobile data and resetting the car only worked with the seller's login, as long as the seller hadn't removed the car from their app.
The seller first runs a factory reset under Controls, Service, Factory Reset and only then transfers ownership in the app.
On the Renault in the test, a factory reset removed all accounts, and individual accounts could also be removed on the screen.
ADAC warns that a factory reset doesn't always remove every connection, so if you're unsure, ask a workshop or the carmaker's customer service.
Disconnect the Volvo Cars app, then perform a factory reset on the center display.
Oct 16, 2026 · via notebookcheck.net
As National Teen Driver Safety Week begins Sunday, Oct. 18, and runs through Oct. 24, two of the country’s best-known road safety nonprofits are pressing the same point.
The National Road Safety Foundation and the National Safety Council each issued announcements on Oct. 15, the latter marking the 20th annual observance.
That year, 2,611 people died in crashes involving a teen driver, and 822 of them were the teen drivers.
Five Conversations Worth Having The National Road Safety Foundation organizes its guidance around five risk areas, each backed by crash statistics.
The Week Ahead Events are expected in schools and communities across the country during the week of Oct. 18 to 24, with NHTSA, the National Safety Council and the National Road Safety Foundation each distributing materials.
Oct 16, 2026 · via autoconnectedcar.com
The global installed base of connected vehicles is forecast to more than double to over 1.05 billion vehicles, up from 473.7 million in 2025, according to research by market intelligence firm Omdia.
The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 8.3 per cent as automakers increasingly build connectivity into vehicles and their services.
LTE connectivity is already deeply embedded in a range of vehicle functions, including dynamic electric vehicle routing, over-the-air software updates, advanced driver assistance systems and real-time safety services.
Omdia’s analysis examined the global connected vehicle installed base according to modem type and assessed the operational and commercial implications of changing mobile network roadmaps.
The research highlights the need for automakers to align vehicle product planning with mobile operators’ network transition timelines.
Oct 16, 2026 · via cyprus-mail.com
Car Microphone Market Report Scope & Overview: The Car Microphone Market was valued at USD 674.75 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 944.01 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 3.44% from 2026-2035.
By Microphone Technology, MEMS Microphones dominate the Car Microphone Market, MEMS Microphones grow fastest.
Europe Car Microphone Market Insights Europe’s Car Microphone Market the key drivers in this market include established automotive manufacturing, electrification of vehicles, and increased use of voice-controlled infotainment.
The Germany Car Microphone Market accounted for a market share of 22.0% in 2025, driven by its strong automotive manufacturing base and emphasis on advanced vehicle technologies.
Middle East & Africa and Latin America Car Microphone Market Insights The Middle East & Africa and Latin America Car Microphone Market is developing alongside increasing vehicle sales, expanding automotive distribution networks, and growing consumer interest in connected-car features.
Oct 15, 2026 · via snsinsider.com
Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines announces two digital platforms that support customer convenience and strengthens its aftersales service.
CarLinko is a mobile application designed to help Omoda & Jaecoo owners stay connected with their vehicles through their smartphones.
The application can also provide vehicle status information, reminders, and notifications, such as low battery and low tire pressure alerts.
In the Philippine market, supported models include the Omoda E5, Jaecoo J5 EV, Jaecoo EJ5, and the Jaecoo J7 PHEV.
As connected car technology becomes part of the ownership experience, Omoda & Jaecoo recognizes the importance of responsible data handling and customer privacy.
Oct 15, 2026 · via carguide.ph
Vehicle forensics involves examining digital and electronic evidence from vehicles and their connected systems.
FCRF Launches CP-FRM to Build India’s Next Generation of Fraud Risk Professionals What Digital Evidence Can a Vehicle Reveal?
Electric Vehicle Data: Depending on the model, battery-management and charging systems may contain information relevant to vehicle operation, charging events or technical faults.
Vehicle forensics can support investigations into road accidents, hit-and-run incidents, vehicle theft, insurance fraud, organised crime and suspected cyberattacks involving connected vehicles.
Update Software: Install official updates for vehicle systems and associated applications when recommended by the manufacturer.
Oct 15, 2026 · via the420.in
On Thursday, October 15, 2026, satellite communications operator Viasat, Inc. was named the recipient of the “Connected Car Innovation of the Year” award in the 7th annual AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program.
Automotive NTN Integration and Industry Heritage The award recognizes Viasat’s efforts to extend vehicle connectivity beyond terrestrial cellular networks by embedding non-terrestrial links into mainstream automotive electronics.
Technical Architecture and Telemetry Specifications Viasat’s automotive NTN solution integrates satellite access with existing telematics control units (TCUs) using mainstream cellular hardware: Constellation Layer: Employs Viasat’s geostationary L-band satellite network to deliver a ubiquitous safety and communication overlay.
Market Outlook and Commercial Scaling By removing the requirement for specialized vehicular satellite dishes, Viasat aims to lower integration barriers for automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
As carmakers accelerate the transition to software-defined vehicles, standards-based NTN integration provides an automated failsafe for emergency SOS communications, remote software diagnostics, and logistics fleet tracking in rural, offshore, or off-grid environments.
Oct 15, 2026 · via satnews.com
Quick answer: Not yet, because tariffs act at the border while the real problem starts at the factory.
Europe let Chinese brands in first and is now writing rules to protect its industry.
Quick answer: Europe opened the door and is now building walls, while America is setting conditions before opening the door at all.
Chinese cars are still effectively shut out of the U.S. by rules on connected vehicle software and a 100 percent tariff.
Quick answer: Chinese brands now have the products, and the fight in Europe has moved to trust, price rules and city streets.
Oct 14, 2026 · via torquenews.com
On the Dash: Paul Sansone Sr. grew a used-car lot into Sansone Auto Mall, a 65-acre, nine-franchise operation in Avenel, New Jersey.
Paul Julius Sansone Sr., Founder of Sansone Auto Mall and a longtime New Jersey Automotive Retail Leader, died at the age of 90 on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, after a courageous struggle with Parkinson’s disease.
Sansone built a six-decade career in automotive retail, beginning with Ford’s National Auto Mart, a modest used-car lot he opened 65 years ago.
In 1967, he earned his first franchise dealership, General Toyota, and later developed Sansone Auto Mall, a 65-acre property in Avenel, New Jersey, that became home to nine franchises.
He is survived by his children, Dominic Sansone (Gay), Paul Sansone Jr. (Christine), Dean Sansone (Robyn), Gia Lucas, Nicole Del Tin (Mark) and Jeffrey Sansone (Sophia); his daughter-in-law, Kathy; his sister, Carol; 17 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
Oct 14, 2026 · via cbtnews.com
Federal agents had a judge’s permission.
The Broader Investigation The failed tracker installation did not stop federal agents from continuing to build their case against Stair.
Federal agents later arrested Stair and other defendants on charges that included alleged drug distribution, operating drug houses, and money laundering, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Modern vehicles layer exterior cameras, onboard sensors, local storage, cloud-connected alerts, and smartphone notifications into a single active security platform.
The filing establishes only that agents reported the installation as impractical given the vehicle’s active security state.
Oct 14, 2026 · via gadgetreview.com
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem had survived cancer twice and a serious bout with COVID-19 before his death at Six Flags Over Georgia, according to relatives and a family friend.
The 42-year-old Atlanta educator and his daughter also survived a car fire weeks earlier, the friend said.
Elicia Day, a friend of Kariem’s family, told WSB-TV he had overcome serious health challenges, including cancer and COVID-19.
She also said Kariem and his daughter survived a car fire just weeks earlier.
Police have not said what caused Kariem to be ejected or described the injuries to the other guests.
Oct 14, 2026 · via fox23.com
In fact, families headed by someone aged 75+ are now the wealthiest in the US, according to the Federal Reserve’s Survey of Consumer Finances released last week.
People aged 75 and older became the richest group in the US, with their median net worth growing to ~$505,000, compared with $367,000 in 2022.
Inflation is biting into the spending power of those on the other end of the wealth spectrum.
Starbucks, which is currently led by former Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol, is in the midst of a major turnaround effort.
Calendar invites can sneak malicious links past your spam filter and don’t require you to open an attachment, making them attractive to scammers.
Oct 14, 2026 · via morningbrew.com
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Oct 14, 2026 · via ieu-monitoring.com
Australia's vehicle sector continued its upward trajectory, with Chinese carmakers a major force amid a green and technological shift that also offers opportunities for cross-border collaboration, according to the latest industry analysis.
Dianne O'Hara, the FCAI's acting chief executive, said the latest figures reflected the sustained shift toward EVs.
"Chinese manufacturers are now a major force in Australia's automotive market and are playing an increasingly important role in the transition towards electrified and connected vehicles," Voortman said.
At Sydney's Everything Electric major auto show in late September, Ric Black, production manager at a vehicle accessories supplier, said the new Chinese models meet Australian motorists' needs.
"There are significant opportunities for Australian and Chinese stakeholders to learn from one another," he said.
Oct 14, 2026 · via global.chinadaily.com.cn
Michael Lohscheller isn't sugarcoating the math as Polestar's remaining 2026 inventory in the United States is nearly gone.
That bump came from buyers racing to grab a Polestar 3 or Polestar 4 before the window closes for those models under the new rule.
The automaker says its US service network and certified pre-owned program will keep running once most new-car sales stop, so existing owners aren't left stranded.
First customer deliveries began earlier this year, while Polestar 4 SUVs have already been arriving in European markets for months.
The end of most new-car sales doesn't end the brand's US presence entirely, just its ability to put another new Polestar 3 or 4 in a driveway.
Oct 14, 2026 · via motor1.com