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Driving will never be the same again -- thanks to telematics
Cars are where modern people spend most of their time, following time spent in their homes and offices, So, it would be true to say that cars nowadays are not merely a means of transportation but also a space where all information in the world can be accessed via wire and wireless communication networks and super-speed Internet.
Automobiles will thus be developed into the so-called "third digital life space," where a driver can engage in various activities, including stock trading, financing, shopping and leisure - anywhere and anytime.
By offering various services such as prevention of drowsiness, violation of traffic lanes, and prevention of collisions through telematics, a car driver can enjoy safe driving.
By offering means of communication between cars and real navigation, a car driver can secure safety from traffic flow and accidents. Telematics enables a car driver to implement a safe vehicle environment.
Through the construction of a telematics system to collect, integrate and distribute traffic information, a car driver can operate the car while reflecting real time traffic information.
Telematics service users are also able to predict traffic flow and make prompt decisions by receiving and anticipating information, which reflects information on traffic situations in real time, resulting in reduction in time and expenses Through the convergence of home networks and sensor network technology, a car driver can detect trespassers in his or her home and activate remote control of home appliances in the car. With the grafting of various mobile communications and broadcasting technologies on vehicles, a car driver today can enjoy high-class entertainment services while driving.
By offering multimedia broadcasting service, which grafted satellite DMB technology on terrestrial DMB technology, a car driver can enjoy conversation-type broadcasting service, in addition to the existing broadcasting contents. As the portable Internet technologies such as WiBro are grafted onto cars, offering of super-speed data service, highlevel contents and information will be possible.
In keeping with the expansion of a fiveday working week system, a variety of services will be offered through telematics, improving quality of life, thus providing the means for people to live a comfortable and convenient lifestyle.