In a previous blog post, we discussed the ever-expanding number of connected car suppliers and how the Tier 1 concept would eventually redefine itself.
We also called to our auto partners’ attention the need to secure this new world in their hands and not cede it to our friends in Silicon Valley.
I am happy to provide this update:
Spoke Intelligence reports that in a little over a year, the list of players in the connected car ecosystem has expanded from 277 to 566. That’s a 104% increase.
As we previously mentioned, this expanding list of players could bring more opportunities than challenges to our discerning auto executive partners.
And here’s even better news that makes me confident that the future belongs to them.
In October alone, the press was chock-full of news about how the auto industry is responding to and preparing for connected car opportunities.
For example, in the headlines:
And probably the best summary of the month’s activity:
In summary, here are two thoughts to consider: