As the Indian car industry is growing, various other industries in the country are supporting the auto majors.
Indian software companies are now developing software systems for car models to suit various needs. These software are used in various safety devices which include engine operation systems, navigation system (GPS) and even to improve the fuel economy of cars.
It is believed that the first software system for cars was developed somewhere in late 1990s. Gradually with the technological advancement, software industry today comprises about 30 percent of the overall cost of the car. The market for such software is sure to boom in the next few years.
Software companies are now teaming up with Indian car majors to produce new software applications. It is expected that cars loaded with software applications are more user friendly therefore acts as a key factor for driving car sales.
Microsoft and Hyundai have come together to build music and information systems in cars. Apple has signed an agreement with three car majors, the Ford, General Motors, and the Mazda to roll out new car models with iPod connections.
Honda's new Accord incorporates a software controlled airbag system and the top-end electric car, Reva, uses a software application to monitor the production and use of electric energy.
The need for improved safety and enhanced ease of driving rises at a faster pace, eventually, benefiting both the Indian car industry and the software industry.
Labels: Car-Industry, Hummer, New-technologies-in-Car
Nattering away with mobile phone behind the wheels has become a fashion these days.
Certain things are really out of thought and understanding. Why do people have long chat on mobile while driving?
Many people have a misconception that they are above all and follow their rules and regulation. Trust, it’s only a misconception. Infact it’s not even a fallacy but attitude.
The driving laws, road regulations and traffic rules are the same for all sections of people. Whether a person is driving a luxurious BMW or a simple Maruti 800, laws, rules and regulations applies to all. But this thing doesn’t fit in the mind of affluent people driving top-end cars.
Most of the times people driving Porsche, BMW or Mercedes-Benz are found nattering away with a mobile handset held to their ears. These are those people who are not bothered about the rules, safety measures and any other regulations. They are only concern about the high-end luxury car they are driving and the attitude they behold.
This attitude and the feeling of being at the top lead to various car accidents and even fatalities. This is because the use of mobile phone while driving reduces driver’s concentration, perception and alertness.
Recent advancements in technology have made it possible for the driver to make safer calls behind the wheels. But still that’s only for urgency. Alertness and concentration is utmost important while driving, hence, Mobile and Driving can never go together?
Labels: BMW-Cars, Maruti-800, Mobile Phones, New-technologies-in-Car
With the advent of new technologies in the electronic world, cars are too getting intelligent. Most cars today have power and electronic functions integrated into them. This has made driving easier, compared to the rugged driving of the rumbling Amby. Now Cars are being designed to match the driver’s moods. Many are even diversifying to suit the taste of individual occupants. To get a hold of the fast changing trend, Tata Elxsi, a product design services domain is developing path breaking features for the cars.
Some of the technologies being developed by the company are bending light that helps driver to get clear visibility while taking a curve; body temperature measuring device that adjusts the air-conditioning levels for the driver and for each passenger. Sounds great! India is also coming up with new technologies. Well, Indian companies are preparing themselves to beat foreign competitors.
Labels: New-technologies-in-Car, Tata-Elxsi
