Telecom Lead Europe: Toyota Motor Europe has selected the HERE platform’s Nokia Local Search for Automotive to power its Touch & Go navigation and infotainment systems.
Nokia Local Search for Automotive is expected to be commercially available in Toyota systems from early 2014 in Europe, Russia and the Middle East.
Nokia Local Search for Automotive is designed developed to address the needs of the automotive industry.
Leveraging Nokia Local Search for Automotive, Toyota drivers will have fast and easy online access to the latest industry mapping information and community-generated content – including ratings, reviews and images fed directly into their cars.
“The ability to deliver comprehensive and driver-relevant content tailored to automotive requirements makes the Nokia Location Platform an interesting proposition,” said Derek Williams, general manager, Telematics & Multimedia, Toyota Motor Europe.
Toyota Motor Europe will collaborate with Nokia to study more services that leverage the Nokia Location Platform, including content.
Nokia is currently the leading company providing end-to-end mapping, navigation and location solutions for the automotive industry.
“Today’s announcement underlines Nokia’s commitment to providing fresh content and services to the auto industry so it can deliver innovative consumer solutions,” said Eric Fumat, vice president Sales & Business Development EMEA, Nokia Location & Commerce.
