Cloud-based car connectivity module from Delphi for Europe

Delphi Automotive PLC has launched a connectivity device to connect the cars which were made after 1996 to the cloud-based telematics systems. The service based on this device called "Delphi Connect" is going to be introduced in Europe early 2014. Car-to-cloud/cloud-to-car connectivity service and works in most vehicles built from 1996 and later. To connect to the cloud -based services car owners have to plug in Delphi connect module to the on-board diagnostics (OBD) port of their vehicle, which is mostly located under the steering column. This module enables car to store vehicle information on a secure cloud server. Driver/user can access vehicle information on a smart phone or a web portal. The information includes vehicle health alerts and any immediate repairs required. Drivers can monitor, track and locate their car anywhere, at any time. Additionally, drivers also can receive warnings remotely in case a certain speed level is exceeded, which can be useful for professional fleet managers or for parents of young drivers. The benefits of this module/services as per Delphi includes: - Vehicle health alerts: Automatic notices about a problem or potential problem with the vehicle is sent to its owners. For example, warnings about engine issues, emissions issues, safety issues, etc. - Vehicle tracking: Real-time vehicle tracking on a map, showing the vehicle’s posi...