There is a loud buzz around the automotive world that General Motors is discussing business with Google. The car manufacturer is tapping the talents of the technology giant to develop their in-car telematics. The move is basically aimed at rivaling the Sync/MyFord systems developed by Ford with Microsoft. Google might be marketing the Android OS for in-car tech use.
The OS supports the Android Smartphone of Google that is head on with the iPhone of Apple. Just like the Sync, the Android of Google will allow GM owners to link their vehicle with any smartphone brand. According to tech experts, the Android will be a big threat to the Sync system of Ford which was recently stretched to include several services collectively known as MyFord, MyLincoln, and MyMercury.
The Google linkup will not be totally similar to the Ford in-car system. The Android will let GM owners start, open, or tweak their trucks and cars. These are features not offered by the Microsoft system to Ford.
The system from Google will allow GM vehicle owners to setup a better communication between their car and their smartphone. The operating system will also takeover the navigation system since Android will rely on its own set of GPS maps.
It seems this will be a big negotiation between GM and Google. There has been no word yet when this technology will be applied.