Technology

With the new 2018 Camry launching this summer, Toyota is also introducing its upgraded infotainment system, Entune 3.0, enabling features such as high-speed wireless Internet connections and dynamic traffic information. Its issue? Contending against Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

If your car’s infotainment system isn’t Android Auto enabled, fear not – it can now be used as a standalone app. You can download it from the Google Play Store.

Apparently Apple and Google are having some issues with their self-driving cars. Is Autonomy the pipe dream we can’t yet achieve? Should it be achieved?

What if I told you autonomous vehicles will be the new taxis starting in the early 2020s. Would you believe me? Ford aims for a future with an autonomous ride-hailing fleet of vehicles by 2021.

The IHS has recently reported that 21 million completely and semi-autonomous vehicles will be sold around the world in 2035…

After more than ten years of research and development, vehicle-to-vehicle communication is closer than ever… if tech politics don’t get in the way first.

The tech that will help autonomous cars communicate with each other will be coming to vehicles soon and it’s called “Smart Maps” by eHorizon and Continental

The Car Coach discusses the potential of electric cars to destroy gasoline cars in the 2020s and the oil crisis that could cause. They’ll also discuss Google accepting some responsibility after one of its self-driving cars hit a bus.

Recently, Toyota has jumped into the race with “Highway Teammate”. Due to release in 2020, Highway Teammate will be able to change lanes, merge with traffic, and overtake slower vehicles.

The App-Connect system integrates Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and MirrorLink into one platform, allowing users to sync any of their phones regardless of what operating system that phone is built upon.

The Car Coach, joins MidPoint to discuss 3D printed cars and how electric vehicles can actually cause more harm to the environment than traditional gas guzzlers.

Starting in 2016, Audi’s Virtual Cockpit dashboard will become a reality in the new TT, then later to the A4, Q7, R8, and A3. Car technology review by Chris Jagielski.

Researchers at the University of Duisburg-Essen have been developing a prototype wheel to keep your eyes more focused on the road. Read the automotive technology article by Chris Jagielski

Which alternative fuels does Lauren Fix, The Car Coach prefer? Check out diesel and compressed natural gas as alternatives to fossil fuels and electric cars.

Check out these best apps and website for automobiles, including how to find the best gas prices, car repair shops and parking! By car expert Lauren Fix.

The car coach joins MidPoint to discuss how Hyundai offers Google Android auto system in cars, driverless motor city and much more.

We’ve heard of Apple CarPlay but, like any other rivalry, there has to be a worthy opponent – this is where Android Auto enters the ring. Featured only in the 2015 Hyundai Sonata (for now), Android Auto features the essential apps needed to make anyone’s morning commute or road trip more enjoyable. This infotainment system features six functions: home, maps, music, communication, voice, and apps.

UIltrafabrics are pioneers in the polyurethane synthetic leather industry. They manufacture 100% PVC-free, sustainable products for our cars, furniture, boats – anything. Check out ULtrafabrics on the 2016 Nissan Titan at the 2015 New York Auto Show.

The Car Coach will discuss automotive news of the day including: the possibility of a flying car by 2017, court documents alleging a GM cover-up of the ignition problems, Tesla’s Elon Musk wanting to make a self-driving Model S, updates to the Model S to address range anxiety and orders for the 707-horsepower Dodge Challenger Hellcat on hold because of production backlog.

We all dread that moment we get mail from our dealership telling us we have a software update. Making time out of our busy day to sit in the waiting area is never something to enjoy. But Ford has announced, with their new Sync 3 infotainment system, they will be performing wireless updates for drivers.

Apple is actively recruiting automobile industry experts to work at a secret lab. The hires are reported to include vehicle design experts. The Apple research lab was set up late last year, not long after Apple unveiled its forthcoming smart watch and latest iPhones, which suggests that any resulting product may still be years away from release. Apple often investigates a wide range of new product areas, some of which never get released.

Ford’s new infotainment system Sync 3 is a collaboration with Blackberry. Sync 3 will begin to roll out into Fords beginning 2016. Read the automotive technology review by Chris Jagielski.

Do you really need a web broswer in your car? Read Chris Jagielski’s opinion on dashboard browsers coming to your car in this automotive technology review.

Subarus are known around the globe for their standard all-wheel-drive systems, great gas mileage, high safety ratings, and now they’re about to add another to that list. Please welcome their new “EyeSight” technology. What exactly is EyeSight Technology? It is a second pair of eyes. These two hard-to-notice cameras are placed behind the rear-view mirror and face the road. It is an added safety measure for any driver. We tested it and it really works as stated.

With smarter car technology, that turn-of-the-key feeling is slowly fading away. Push-to-start seems to be the standard of the future, but it feels as if I’m turning on my computer. “Computer” – this leads to the topic of this article. Are our vehicles secure with keyless entry and start? How vulnerable are we to hackers?

Ford and Intel are putting together a research project, Project Mobil, to insert a camera into a car dashboard for facial recognition. By Chris Jagielski

Due to back-over deaths, Backup cameras will become a federal mandate in all light vehicles by 2018. Automotive technology review by Chris Jagielski.

Car phone charging pads are becoming popular in new cars, beginning with Toyota and Chrysler. But is it truly worth purchasing as an add-on option?

The Mobile Home from Beanco Technology allows you to access your bluetooth while driving through your iPhone via Siri. Technology review by Chris Jagielski.

At the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Paul Fix III visits the Monster audio booth’s Lamborghini Veneno Roadster and Panasonic booth’s Abbey Road Studios Premium Audio Demo Vehicle.

Recently, we discussed how Apple will control many of the infotainment systems in a few years, but NVIDIA is saying, “not so fast, Apple.” At the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show, the tech giant announced they will be joining Google, Audi, GM, Honda, and Hyundai to bring Android to their vehicles.

Car Coach Lauren Fix reviews Slime Tire Top Off, a useful automotive tool. Lauren Fix is a top woman in the automotive industry. Read her product review!

Female car expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach, reviews an easy-to-use tire inflation product, Slime Safety Spair. Read her automotive product review.

Help your engine perform longer with better fuel economy with Royal Purple Premium High Performance Oil Filter. Read car expert Lauren Fix’s product review.

Have a dead battery? Need an automatic battery starter? Lauren Fix reviews Peak Power Supply, a great automotive product. Read the product review!

Car expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach, reviews Ford MyKey; technology that allows parents to block radio programs while teens are driving. Read the review!

The new “Family Link” service from OnStar allows families to stay connected no matter where they roam. Car expert Lauren Fix brings this product review.

Car MD puts a vehicle’s maintenance in the palm of your hand. Female car expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach, reviews this great new car tool. Read the product review!

The Black & Decker Car Jumper Cordless Air Station inflates everything from car and bike tires to rafts and air mattresses. Lauren Fix reports!

That’s right, autonomous vehicles are becoming evermore popular thanks to Google, Nissan and, more recently, Volvo. Nissan announced earlier this year that they plan to have electric self-driving cars on the road by 2020. Volvo is jumping ahead saying they will have autonomous cars by 2017.

Electric vehicles have become more prominent as many automakers add them to their lineup. One automaker to recently join the electric race is Volkswagen, adding two cars to the mix: the e-Golf and e-Up!

Sprint’s main goal with Velocity is to integrate cell phones with the infotainment system, so users will be able to drive hands-free, lowering driver distraction. Automotive technology columnist Chris Jagielski reports.

MINI Connected is a mix between an Amazon Kindle, Apple iPod and, well, just basically an all-access computer. It has everything you need from audio books, music, and GPS. Simply connect your iPhone with an adapter and download the Connected application. Christopher Jagielski reviews the automotive technology.

Most cars today are equipped with outstanding technology that makes every driving experience more enjoyable. New technologies are being invented quicker than ever before; some are being created as we speak. One of the newest, most personal inventions, called “greeting technology,” can be found in the all-new Infiniti Q50, but is also being placed in other new vehicles.

Buying a new car is tricky; especially if you have no idea what features you’re looking for in a vehicle. Technology should be close to number one, behind safety. Chris Jagielski reports for female auto expert Lauren Fix.

Self-driving cars have become more realistic due to evolving technology and Google. Chris Jagielski discusses autonomous vehicles and the future of automotive technology.

Apple and Ferrari plan to team up to develop an automotive infotainment system? Now the technology that brought you the iPhone comes to your car.

Automotive technology columnist Chris Jagielski comments on Apple’s iOS Integration and our over-reliance on technology and smartphones.

To increase car safety, automakers are developing connected cars that can talk to one another on the road via wifi. Automotive technology columnist Chris Jagielski reports.