Tag Archives: Technology & Software

Bendix updates whitepaper pertaining to stopping distance mandate

Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC (BSFB), the North American leader in the development and manufacture of leading-edge wheel-end solutions, has released an update of its whitepaper titled “The Federal Reduced Stopping Distance Mandate: Impact and Solutions.”

BSFB’s paper, which examines the mandate’s impact on the trucking industry and approaches to meet it, is part of the company’s continued efforts to help educate the industry about the stopping distance regulation. The white paper was initially published in July 2012.

More carmakers embrace telematics

In its second coming, telematics appears to have greater appeal for vehicle original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), especially in North America.

Market participants’ rose-tinted view of the future might not be entirely unfounded, going by the success of the Hyundai Bluelink, BMW Assist, GM OnStar and several other connected services in vehicles.

Connected Car Expo examines how technology is pressuring automotive retailers

The rapid development and increasing consumer demand for mobile technologies is exerting enormous influence on the auto dealer network and will initiate rapid changes in the retail model.

To address this topic, J.D. Power will hold an “Influence of Technology in Automotive Retail” presentation and discussion, during the Los Angeles Auto Show’s first annual Connected Car Expo (CCE) on Nov. 21, 2013, from 1 to 2 p.m.

Clore Automotive makes how-to easy

Clore Automotive makes how-to easy

Clore Automotive relaunches the website to make information on how to use their tools and equipment easy to access and understand.

Vehicle ‘infotainment’ systems out of sync with drivers’ devices

Chris Knox braces for frustration every time he steps into his new Ford F-150 truck.

Mechanically, the pickup is perfect. But the MyFord Touch communication and entertainment system constantly seizes up as Knox tries to make hands-free calls from his iPhone 5.