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Volvo Expects More Reliable Technology from IoT
- Automotive News, Tuesday, July 7, 2015 1:41 PM
Volvo's information technology boss says the Swedish automaker's commitment to safety includes the promise to protect its customers from vehicle hackers. Klas Bendrik, 45, Volvo's chief information officer, also believes that the company's connected-car features need to be easy to use, affordable and provide tangible benefits. He explained why in an interview with Automotive News Europe Correspondent Olive Keogh. Q: What is Volvo's main focus when it comes to connected cars? A: As a humancentric company, our focus is on ease of use and how our customers can benefit from driving a connected Volvo. What will happen next? I also think that the Internet of Things will give access to cheaper and even more reliable technology of various kinds. This will enable further services and technological capabilities to be put into our vehicles at very affordable cost.
