It pays to uncover... the new QNX reference vehicle

As you know, we are gearing up for Telematics Detroit next week and bringing our brand new reference vehicle to the show. I would tell you what kind of car it is, but that would take away all the...

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Symptoms of leakage currents in Accu

Vehicle battery will run out of charge if there is leakage currentVehicle battery will run out of charge if there is leakage current. It can is due to short circuit or due to other causes so as if the...

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Report from CTIA Wireless: Apps in the Car

You wouldn’t think that CTIA Wireless, a mobile show, would be a good venue for a car guy. But automotive journalist Doug Newcomb put together a set of panels that managed to attract everyone from the...

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The Doubleback VW Camper

If you loved to go camping but hate the idea of living in tents, you will love this VW camper. I definitely want one. Watch the revi...

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Racing ladies

The TrueCar series focuses on an all female race car team and what it's like to be a woman in a male dominated sport. Gender does not matter.Thanks for the links Alex.Check out the videos:...

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OnStar RemoteLink app comes to BlackBerry smartphones

This just in: The RemoteLink App from OnStar, which allows smartphone owners to remotely start their vehicles, check fuel levels, and lock or unlock their doors, is now available for the BlackBerry Bold...

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RWD Subaru BRZ coupe

The  BRZ coupe was built as a joint venture with Toyota. The car has received rave reviews in the motoring press.The car has a new direct injection 2.0 L Boxer engine with choice of two...

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Concept car out. Reference vehicle in.

Our big announcement for Telematics Update is that we are not showing a concept car. Odd news, you say. The truth is, we're not building a concept car because we are building a reference vehicle. Splitting...

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A cool surprise at the Elektrobit auto summit

Recently, our good friends at Elektrobit invited the QNX team to participate in their German Executive Automotive Summit. It was an outstanding event with all of the leading OEMs and tier ones represented....

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According to CarWoo.com the #1 Problem Facing the Auto Industry, Auto Dealerships and Car Shoppers is that sellers are not selling during the same time buyers are looking to purchase. Check out this...

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Making the smartphone connection: The state of automotive navigation in Japan

A guest post from Yoshiki Chubachi, the automotive business development manager for QNX Software Systems in JapanYoshiki ChubachiThe market for navigation systems in Japan grew rapidly until 2006, but...

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In Memoriam Carroll Shelby

I should have had my camera with me. Because if I had photos to show you, you’d understand. Too late now!It happened in Wilno, a small town in rural Ontario. I had just stepped out of the local tavern...

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Periodic inspection of the car

We have to consider in conducting periodic inspections to your car is:1. Power Steering Oil2. Brake and Clutch (M / T)3. Checking Engine Oil height.4. Oil Automatic Transmission (Model A / T)5. Air Filter6....

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Sound "bytes" from CTIA Wireless 2012

Several of my colleagues went to CTIA Wireless this week, and yes, they took the connected Porsche with them. No surprise there, of course: we’ve also taken the car to CES, MWC, BBW, and numerous other...

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The sudden brake tension

In the middle of your journey on the highway, often unexpected damage to your car that can not be avoided. The sudden brake tension will make you panic. Do not panic, there are still things you can do...

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QNX and its customers nab finalist spots in 2012 Telematics Update awards

Every year, the world's top automakers and automotive suppliers vie for a chance to win a Telematics Update award. In 2011, for example, Audi, BMW, Hyundai, OnStar, and Toyota took top honors in categories...

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Car Care Tips Yourself

Indirectly you will save costs to the garage, but look at the tricks before the action. If you have enough knowledge about the car engine and your hobby is tinkering with the engine it does not hurt...

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Phonedog connects with QNX concept car at BlackBerry World 2012

If you aren't at BlackBerry World this week, you're missing out. For starters, you won't get to see what, in my biased opinion, is the world's coolest car: the QNX-powered and very connected Porsche...

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Rockin' the phone at BlackBerry World

I'm at BlackBerry World 2012 (as you already know if you're following my tweets), and it really is amazing. In his keynote, RIM's CEO Thorsten Heins provided stats on how the average BlackBerry user...

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