Whilst apps are currently a hot topic in the automotive infotainment industry, SBD believes vehicle manufacturers will not add significant value to OE systems by simply duplicating smartphone apps in the car. However, the ‘app for everything’ consumer attitude and government restrictions on smartphone usage whilst driving are forcing vehicle manufacturers to develop solutions that will allow safe access to some of the users’ favourite apps such as internet radio and social networking.

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