Together with Verizon Wireless, Delphi Automotive (NYSE: DLPH) today
released its Vehicle Diagnostics by Delphi product that provides a
groundbreaking car-to-cloud/cloud-to-car connectivity service.
Unveiled at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the
product allows drivers to track, locate, access, secure and monitor
their select vehicles over the Verizon Wireless network using their
current smartphone, tablet or computer. The first-in-its-class product
works in most vehicles sold in the United States from 1996 onward.
“For the first time, Vehicle Diagnostics by Delphi allows drivers the
chance to experience unique telematics and location-based features
without purchasing a new car,” said Jeff Owens, Delphi chief technology
officer. “Offered together with Verizon Wireless, this product not only
offers convenience and connectivity but also peace of mind. For example,
drivers can use a smartphone, laptop or tablet as a key fob for their
car when they are locked out – regardless of where they are.”
Named a finalist in the 2013 Edison Awards in the transportation
category, the Delphi car connectivity service enables drivers to carry
out any of the following features remotely:
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Locate and access family cars without having to tag the vehicle's
original location
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Monitor overall vehicle health status
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Receive e-mail alerts for select driving and vehicle performance issues
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Set up geo-fences and receive e-mail alerts for entry and exit
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Summarize all trips from engine start to stop (date, times, distance,
starting and ending locations)
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Connect your smartphone to your car via Bluetooth for key fob commands
The system operates through a downloadable Delphi smartphone
application, available for Android 2.2 and later and Apple iOS 5.0 and
later devices, as well as a Delphi website that is compatible with
Internet Explorer 7 and later-version, Google Chrome, Apple Safari and
Firefox browsers. Data transmitted through the Delphi connectivity
system remains secure and encrypted when sent over the Verizon Wireless
network.
To learn if a vehicle is compatible with Vehicle Diagnostics by Delphi,
please visit www.connectedcar.delphi.com.
About Delphi
Delphi Automotive (NYSE: DLPH) is a leading global supplier of
electronics and technologies for automotive, commercial vehicle and
other market segments. Operating major technical centers, manufacturing
sites and customer support facilities in 32 countries, Delphi delivers
real-world innovations that make products smarter and safer as well as
more powerful and efficient. Connect to innovation at www.delphi.com.
