HondaLink

Monday, July 23rd 2012 - 10:28 CEST - Comments: 0

H onda launched HondaLink, an in-vehicle connectivity system that will debut this fall on the 2013 Honda Accord. Featuring the first automotive OEM application of Aha by Harman, HondaLink will provide a personalized experience connecting drivers to thousands of cloud-based news, information and media feeds from around the world, using an audio system based interface. "HondaLink will enable customers to put away their phone and still stay connected to the people, music and media they love," said Vicki Poponi, product planning for Honda. "By creating an intuitive and customizable user interface, HondaLink allows drivers to access digital content as easily as choosing a radio station."

 

Honda smartphone app

Honda's intuitive new Honda Link smartphone app allows owners to preset content on their phone. Once in the car, consumers can enjoy personalized content accessible via voice recognition, steering-wheel mounted controls and in-dash audio system controls. With a tethered smartphone serving as a conduit to a wealth of cloud-based media, HondaLink smartphone app creates a unique, connected driving experience.

 

 

HondaLink EV for Honda electric cars

The HondaLink family also includes HondaLink EV, specifically designed for the all-new Fit EV all electric cars and the upcoming Accord Plug-In Hybrid. Owners of these electric vehicles will have access to unique applications designed specifically to maintain connectivity to their vehicle. The HondaLink EV app will allow the user to remotely view the state of charge, initiate charging, and activate the air conditioning and heater to pre-condition the vehicle while connected to the grid to maximize battery range on start-up.

 

 

Honda connectivity system

Honda Link EV connectivity system will launch with the Fit EV, which will be available for lease in California and Oregon beginning on July 20, 2012.

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