lisknik
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Right them guys, lets have your thoughts on this one, especially as so many of us are working on our own cars nowadays. My boss sent me the link to this, as i work in aftermarket parts for commercial heavies.
Source - http://www.aftermarketonline.net/Ne...rce=NewZapp&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nic
'The fight begins for data access
Sometimes the modern world can be a marvel, thanks to computers we can talk to people all over the world in seconds, or find the information we need with ease. However, it can also be a curse, opening up possibilities that we, as an industry, don't particularly want.
In the good old days, cars used to be mechanical items, with mechanical parts that could be replaced easily. Today it's a computer, with diagnostic ports, electronic systems and frayed wires that need replacing. Now the automotive industry has realised that if a car can be a computer, it can also link to other computers and become a transmitter.
The European eCall project is designed as one such product of this thought. If a vehicle is involved in an accident, it can automatically transmit data to call the emergency services. However, this also allows a link to the vehicle manufacturer with access to vehicle diagnostics. Manufacturers will also be able to decide who has access to vehicle data, which services will be allowed, under what conditions and what price to access it. If they don't like the idea of an independent working on a car, they could shut off the access.
The IAAF, lobbying body FIGIEFA and other organisations are calling for an open, interoperable, standardised and secure in-vehicle platform that is available for everyone to access in a level playing field. A heated debate during the recent GEA meeting also highlighted the feeling of a number of aftermarket suppliers. While competition rules state no one can have a monopoly, there are various loopholes that can be run around.
They say that technology makes things easier but this is a certain challenge for the industry, one that the IAAF describes as a ‘must win'. Vehicle manufacturers may indeed want their cars serviced by dealerships that are, in their eyes, reputable and franchised, however it will also take away the consumer's right to choose.
The situation will be discussed at the IAAF Conference on December 4th and is sure to run for some time. One thing is certain; the fight is being fought, with no quarter given. The industry is in safe, represented hands.'
Source - http://www.aftermarketonline.net/Ne...rce=NewZapp&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nic
'The fight begins for data access
Sometimes the modern world can be a marvel, thanks to computers we can talk to people all over the world in seconds, or find the information we need with ease. However, it can also be a curse, opening up possibilities that we, as an industry, don't particularly want.
In the good old days, cars used to be mechanical items, with mechanical parts that could be replaced easily. Today it's a computer, with diagnostic ports, electronic systems and frayed wires that need replacing. Now the automotive industry has realised that if a car can be a computer, it can also link to other computers and become a transmitter.
The European eCall project is designed as one such product of this thought. If a vehicle is involved in an accident, it can automatically transmit data to call the emergency services. However, this also allows a link to the vehicle manufacturer with access to vehicle diagnostics. Manufacturers will also be able to decide who has access to vehicle data, which services will be allowed, under what conditions and what price to access it. If they don't like the idea of an independent working on a car, they could shut off the access.
The IAAF, lobbying body FIGIEFA and other organisations are calling for an open, interoperable, standardised and secure in-vehicle platform that is available for everyone to access in a level playing field. A heated debate during the recent GEA meeting also highlighted the feeling of a number of aftermarket suppliers. While competition rules state no one can have a monopoly, there are various loopholes that can be run around.
They say that technology makes things easier but this is a certain challenge for the industry, one that the IAAF describes as a ‘must win'. Vehicle manufacturers may indeed want their cars serviced by dealerships that are, in their eyes, reputable and franchised, however it will also take away the consumer's right to choose.
The situation will be discussed at the IAAF Conference on December 4th and is sure to run for some time. One thing is certain; the fight is being fought, with no quarter given. The industry is in safe, represented hands.'