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The article states that new car buyers were increasingly requesting that auto makers install smartphone technology software such as CarPlay from U.S. consumer electronics firm Apple Inc. and Android Audio from the firm Alphabet Inc.'s unit Google as of early December 2015. It cites statistics from the firm IHS to state that CarPlay and Android Audio could be in 80 percent of new cars by 2022.

The article states that German car-parts makers Bosch GmbH, Continental AG, and ZF Friedrichshafen AG began working with U.S. technology firms Google Inc. and Apple Inc. in developing vehicle-control technology for automobiles, and that German luxury car makers Audi AG, BMW, and Daimler agreed to acquire the digital mapping business Here from the technology firm Nokia Corp. The article presents comments from Google executive chairman Eric Schmidt.

The article discusses a proposed merger between automotive parts suppliers ZF Friedrichshafen and TRW Automotive to form the second-largest global company in the industry. Topics include the impact of automobile technological innovations on the parts industry, the financial details of the deal including ZF's funding of the purchase, and potential further industry consolidation.

The article presents several ways to update base-level or older automobiles with modern technology as of February 2014, including the installation of rearview cameras, the installation of touch-screen in-dash navigation systems, and the use of bluetooth speakerphones.

The article cites a study scheduled to be released by the U.S. Highway Loss Data Institute on July 3, 2012, to state that owners of Acura and Mercedes vehicles equipped with forward-collision warning systems reported a 14 percent drop in insurance claims.

The article discusses hands-free technological innovations being developed in the auto industry as of April 2012.

The article focuses on an effort launched by the automobile manufacturer Ford Motor Co. aimed at providing its automobiles with software applications similar to smartphones. The company is said to have been in the process of disclosing to software developers the software behind its Sync entertainment-and-communications system. New Sync features combining navigation and online social media are expected to be unveiled in January 2010. Ford is starting to reach license agreements with application developers in order to obtain some share of revenue.

The article reports on the plan of automobile manufacturer Ford Motor Co. to launch an in-vehicle technology to allow its customers to recharge their electric cars when energy rates are low. It notes that such smart charging concept stands to benefit all automobile manufacturers wanting to venture in electric vehicles. The touch-screen technology of the company enables electric car owners to program the recharging process of their cars in which they can opt to delay the recharge or tap renewable energy sources.

The article reports on an agreement signed by tire maker Michelin SA and car-parts maker Valeo SA to develop systems for electric and hybrid vehicles. The deal comes as governments around the world, including France, are bailing out car makers and, at the same time, are encouraging them to develop new energy-saving technologies. According to Valeo officials, the French government's push for environmentally friendly technological development helped spur the alliance.

The author focuses on digital communication systems embedded in automobiles. He notes that car makers and technology suppliers are developing technology that would enable drivers to manage their digital gadgets and communication while driving. He discusses the features of Sync, a system developed from a collaboration of Microsoft Corp. and Ford Motor Co. Results of a consumer survey on emerging technologies for automobiles in which wireless connectivity is ranked at top eight are presented.

Reports that DaimlerChrysler AG is preparing to notify United States owners of several thousands of Mercedes passenger cars that their advanced "electrohydraulic" brake system could fail and must be brought in for service. Details of the braking system, which the company calls Sensotronic, including the problem that could occur; Number of E-Class and SL cars world-wide that will be recalled by the company because of the braking system; Recent history of problems associated with Mercedes automobiles as the result of technological innovations in their cars; Results of a vehicle reliability study performed by J.D. Power & Associates, indicating Mercedes finished below Dodge, Subaru and Mazda.

Focuses on the research plans of the administration of United States President George W. Bush for fuel-cell-powered vehicles.

Discusses the trend of improving a new car through computer enhancement, which can be done over the Internet. Dominance of the trend among owners of the Toyota Prius gas/electric hybrid car, which contains many small computers connected by a local area network; Modifications that Prius owners Jeff Hirsch and Richard Scheffenegger have made or plan to make to their cars.

Deals with problems encountered by car owners in using automobiles with advanced electronic feartures like navigation systems and onboard computers.

Discusses attempts by United States automobile companies to showcase technology that is not ready for mass production. Examples of such technology by Ford Motor Co., General Motors Corp., and DaimlerChrysler AG; Reasons for this showcasing, including its use in public relations to answer some of the companies' critics.

Discusses the integration of drive-by-wire technology in automobiles. Description of an automobile made by Bayerishe Motoren Werke AG and DaimlerChrysler AG, which replaces the steering wheel and gears with joysticks and computer; How the technology creates better handling in automobiles; Problems with integration of this technology for everyday use.

Deals with the gasoline-fuel processor developed by General Motors Corp. and Exxon Mobil Corp. for vehicles that run on fuel cells. Comment from Harry J. Pearce, vice chairman of the company; Views on fuel-cell powered vehicles.

Reports that Bayerische Motoren Werke AG has licensed Immersion Corporation's TouchSense force-feedback technology for use in future models of its luxury cars. Its benefit for drivers; Information on Immersion.

Focuses on General Motors Corp. (GM) Vice Chairman Harry Pearce who is leading the push to integrate telecommunications into automobiles. How GM hopes the technology will help catapult it out of the category of low-margin cyclical businesses into the ranks of high-technology growth enterprises; Pearce's treatment for leukemia; Competition that GM will have in its effort to profit from this technology.

Reveals the plans of Honda Motor Co. to distribute a super-efficient car powered by gasoline and electricity in the United States by 1999. Description of the car; Comments from Andy Boyd, the company spokesman; Strategic approach of other car manufacturers.

Advocates the development of fuel-cell-powered automobiles in the United States. Brief history of fuel cells; Comments from automobile industry executives; Projected benefits of such automobiles; Manufacturing problems that companies may encounter. INSET: How Fuel Cells Work.

Reports on the plans of General Motors Corp. to equip most of its family cars with an infrared sensing device that automatically unlocks the trunk if anyone is trapped inside. Details on the technology; Brief background information on the system.

Highlights the move of Nissan Motor Co. in unveiling an early prototype of an environmentally friendly vehicle powered by a fuel cell. Announcement of Nissan that it would not join in any alliances; Criticism of some analysts on the strategy of Nissan; Focus of Nissan on developing the fuel cell with Renault SA; Rivals of Nissan that have formed an alliance.

Recounts the author's experience in trying two models of luxurious cars. Riding experience on the DeVille Concours and Ford's Lincoln Continental; Description and features of each car; Remarks on his luxury car driving experience.

Presents information on a number of advanced technological innovations done at Honda Motors Company which ranges from automobile braking systems to a life-sized humanoid robot. Significance of the technology; Names of systems; Description of systems.

Discusses Chrysler Corp.'s plans to introduce its redesigned minivans at prices similar to that of its previous generation of minivans as reported in March 1995. Additional features in the redesigned minivans; Implications of the move for rival Ford Motor Co. and consumers; Chrysler's share in the auto market.

Reports on the expectation of Volkswagen AG's board approving the company's plans to make a new version of the Beetle car. Information on the plans; Target market of the product; Views of auto industry analysts on the plan; Information on the classic Beetle.

Reports the proposed introduction of sport-utility vehicles and addition of small, entry-level luxury cars by Ford Motor Co.'s Lincoln-Mercury division. Views of Ford's chairman, Alex Trotman on the introduction; Opinion of industry analysts on the move.

Reports on the introduction of an automatic communication system for cars manufactured by General Motors Corp. Installation of a device called OnStar in Cadillac cars; Features and functions of the system; Comments from company officials on future plans for the system.

Reports that General Motors Corporation will soon start selling electric passenger cars in the mass retail market. Speculation on General Motors' chairman, John F. Smith. Information on GM's electric car, Impact; Description of car.