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VW launches Car-Net

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When applicable, most of these features can be accessed three different ways: in-car, via the dedicated VW Car-Net buttons on the overhead console; by visiting the VW Car-Net Web Portal ; or, through the VW Car-Net Mobile App on a customer’s iPhone (Android version coming soon), which can be downloaded from the Apple App Store.

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J.D. Power survey finds vehicle owners ask for smartphone integration and better voice controls for nav systems

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Despite many new-vehicle owners saying their factory-installed navigation system is better than their previous system, navigation system satisfaction has declined from 2011, as owners are frustrated by the complexity of menu systems, voice control commands and inputting destinations, according to the J.D. voice activation.

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GM launches Dealer Community Charging Program; > 40,000 charging stations and new smart EV supply equipment

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General Motors announced a new community charging program to install up to 40,000 Level 2 EV chargers across the US and Canada. These charging stations will be available to all EV customers, not just those who purchase a GM EV. Today, nearly 90% of the US population lives within 10 miles of a GM dealership.

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GasBuddy launches its own payments network for gasoline savings program

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GasBuddy, the company behind a smartphone app providing crowdsourced information to help drivers find the best gasoline prices, has introduced Pay with GasBuddy, a new payment service that provides US drivers with a discount off of gasoline purchases. Consumers sign up by connecting a valid checking account to Pay with GasBuddy.

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OnStar expands beyond GM vehicles with the retail offering of the OnStar Mirror

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The mirror will be priced at $299, plus installation (expected to cost between $75 and $100). The directions are then downloaded to the OnStar system, which provides spoken turn-by-turn directions for reaching the destination. The product will also be available through other selected consumer electronics retailers. Roadside Assistance.

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Audi equipping new models in Europe with Audi connect SIM

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With the factory-installed SIM card, customers can immediately use the wide range of Audi connect services with the accompanying data flat rate for up to three years. The SIM card brings Audi connect services on board via an LTE/UMTS module with a download speed of up to 100 MBit/s.

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Pisa, Deutsche Telekom and Kiunsys launch smart city pilot project to optimize inner city parking as part of ITS; POSSE

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The city of Pisa worked with Deutsche Telekom and its partner firm Kiunsys to install the new smart city service on Piazza Carrara, located directly on the banks of the river Arno. Wireless Parking Spots Sensors (PSS) on the floor of each parking spot detect whether the spaces are free or occupied. Click to enlarge.

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