telematics
Telematics is a technology that helps cars send and receive information about how they are running and where they are. It can be used for things like GPS navigation and checking if the car needs repairs.
Telematics refers to the integration of telecommunications and monitoring systems in vehicles, allowing for the collection and transmission of data related to vehicle performance, location, and driver behavior. This technology is essential for services like navigation, vehicle tracking, and diagnostics.
Hear It Discussed
"It analyzed telematics from 1 million plug-in hybrids that were built from 2021 to 2023."
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"[212.5s] So this used to be for things like they'd call it telematics. [223.0s] That would be like, you could look at your phone and unlock your car. [226.7s] You could see if the alarm went off."
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"But it's telematics for the aftermarket. It's great for the car owner where where the car owner gets to save money by not always having to go back to the shop for you know, reading codes, clearing..."
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - October 17. 2015 - Hour 2 - When Your Car Needs a Software Update Ron Ananian The Car Doctor
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Episodes Mentioning "telematics"
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Talking Cars (MP3)
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Auto Buyers Guide Podcast
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Ratchet+Wrench Radio
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Beyond the Wrench
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Car Dealership Guy Podcast
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - October 17. 2015 - Hour 2 - When Your Car Needs a Software Update
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Car Dealership Guy Podcast
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Car Dealership Guy Podcast
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 2, 2026 - Hunter Engineering - Your Car Is Watching: Why ADAS Changes Everything
Ron Ananian The Car Doctor
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