MoMo Detroit – June 10th – State of the Connected Vehicle
Posted on: May 23, 2013 – Filed under: Detroit
An article in Consumer Reports asked the question, “Worried about drivers talking on cell phones?”
As the article goes on to explain, we’re moving way beyond that now. “Don’t look now, but the guy in the next lane could be searching the Web or posting a Facebook entry as he maneuvers in traffic. With the exploding popularity of smart phones and social networks, automakers are increasingly looking at how they can attract customers by integrating those types of functions into their cars.
Such in-car technology is quickly being integrated into broader infotainment and navigation systems, an area of auto technology that’s rapidly expanding. “Within five years, 90% of new cars will ship with connected car features,” predicts Dominique Bonte, group director of telematics and navigation at ABI Research, a technology consulting firm. For consumers, he says, those services are now “extending their connected lifestyle into the car.””
As most of us know, the use of wireless technology in-vehicle is expanding at an unprecedented rate. Over the last 10 years, we have witnessed a shift in vehicle architectures from closed to open with regard to connectivity. This shift is opening many opportunities for both the automotive supply base and 3rd-party entrepreneurial developers.
In this month’s Mobile Monday Detroit, we’ll explore the current state of the connected vehicle and what to expect in the future.
In his presentation, Mike Coletta will offer a information that will establish the underlying wireless technologies associated, major trends at both the technical and policy level, and discussion of emerging technologies over the next 10 years. He will pay particular attention to the differences between embedded and tethered (i.e., Smartphone-based) Telematics. In addition, adjunct applications to the connected vehicle will be discussed, such as mobile health and the connected home. Lastly, Mike will explore business opportunities for the mobile community in this dynamic and growth-oriented field.
The meeting is FREE to attend, Reservations are Required for security and catering purposes.
About Our Speakers:
Mike Coletta, Sr. Director Automotive Sales, Telit Wireless Solutions
Mr. Coletta is a 20 year veteran of the Automotive Electronics industry, with expertise in Telematics, Wireless and Infotainment products. Mr. Coletta joined Telit in March of 2013 to lead its North American Automotive Strategy and Sales efforts. Prior to joining Telit, Mr. Coletta served the industry via Independent Consulting, and positions with Laird Technologies, Visteon and Ford Motor Company. Mr. Coletta holds a BSME with EE Cognate from Kettering University and an MBA from the University of Detroit-Mercy.
Jake Sigal, CEO, Livio
At 26-years-old, Jake Sigal quit his XM product management gig at Delphi and combined his two passions, engineering and music, to start Livio from the guest bedroom of his metro-Detroit home. Today, the 31-year-old is an established entrepreneur and founder and CEO of Livio, with more than 25 products on the market including Livio Connect, a technology responsible for getting Smartphone applications into car head units. Jake earned his undergraduate’s and master’s degrees in engineering from Ohio University and sits on the Consumer Electronics Association’s (CEA) Board of Industry Leaders (BIL) and the Small Business Council (SBC). In his spare time, Jake loves listening to house, electro and dubstep and riding his fixed-gear bike.
Mobile Monday Detroit is sponsored by the Mobile Technology Association of Michigan, Mobile Monday Michigan and Compuware.