Commercial Vehicle Telematics

SUMMARY

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Commercial Vehicle Telematics in US$ Million. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World. Annual forecasts are provided for each region for the period of 2000 through 2015. The report profiles 105 companies including many key and niche players worldwide such as AirIQ, Inc., ATX Group, ETAS Group, MinorPlanet Systems Plc, OnStar Corporation, Punch Telematix, QUALCOMM, Inc., OmniTRACS, WebTech Wireless, Inc., and Wireless Matrix Corporation. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are mostly extracted from URL research and reported select online sources.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS

• Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
• Disclaimers
• Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
• Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
• Product Definitions and Scope of Study

II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. Industry Overview

• Third Generation Telematics Services to Trans form Industry's Business Landscape
• Vehicle Telematics Systems for Emergency Crash Response
• Commercial Vehicle Telematics is Here to Stay
• Telematics Main Area of Focus
• Table 1: Worldwide Telematics Market (2007-2015): OEM Sales of Telematics (in '000 Units) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
• Commercial Vehicles Telematics - An Attractive Option for Market Participants
• Current and Future Analysis

2. Telematics Definition and Scope

• What is Telematics?
• A Brief Introduction
• Demand Analysis - Why Telematics?
• Safer Transportation Services
• Safeguarding the Transport of Hazardous Materials
• Door-to-Door Diligence
• Pick Up
• On-Board Computer
• Delivery
• Benefits for Long-Haul Transport
• Automated Vehicle Location and Mapping Technologies
• What's the Attraction for Automakers?
• What Else Can Telematics Offer?

3. Global Market Drivers and Challenges

• Technical and Legislative Drivers

4. Competitive Structure - A Recent Past Scenario

• Table 2: Leading Players in the US Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market (2004): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for General Motors, Ford, DaimlerChrysler, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Volkswagen and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
• Whatever is Exciting is on Offer! - An Encapsulation
• DaimlerChrysler
• Volvo
• Scania
• MAN Telematics Services
• Iveco
• Renault
• DAF

5. Market Trends and Issues

• Spirited Growth in the Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market
• Table 3: Worldwide Telematics Market (2010): Projected Market Share and Units Sold for TM OEM and TM Retrofit in Cars and Light Trucks
• Highly Fragmented Marketplace
• Technology Sophistication and Complexity Become the Norm
• Basic Market Segmentation: Commercial Vs. Passenger Vehicle Applications
• Slow Pick Up in Demand Despite the Hype
• Driver Distraction - Hands on the Wheel, Eyes 'Off' the Road
• Long Haul Trucking Still Dominates the Sector
• Remote Diagnostics: The Next Killer Application?
• Telematics Benefits to Justify Increased Uptake
• Fleet Operators and Commercial Vehicles: Early Targets for Telematics Technology
• In-Vehicle Intelligent Transportation Systems - Most Coveted in Mobile Communications
• Fleet Management and 'Tracking and Tracing' Remain Core Sector Requirements
• Auto Manufacturers Seek Younger Consumers
• Development of Scaleable Business Models - Crucial Issue Before Market Players
• Obstacles Related to Telematics Development

6. Opportunities in the CVT Market

• Scenario in the Commercial Telematics Sector
• Market Strategies Take Shape
• Insurance Industry Anticipates Bright Future for Telematics
• Opportunities from Evolving Markets
• Taxicabs
• Mass Transit
• School Buses

7. CVT - Customers Finally in the Driver's Seat

• Road Signs to Success
• Pitfalls Ahead
• So Then, Why Telematics?
• The Changed Image of Telematics
• Telematics for a Fragmented Automobile Market

8. Telematics Strategy Issues

• Issues to Ponder
• Recurring Revenue Streams
• Product/Service Differentiation
• Expanding the Locus of Computing
• Embedded, Real-Time Control Systems
• Grid Computing
• Integration with 802.11a (Wi-Fi) Networks
• Regional Disparities Impact Strategic Decisions and Content

9. Product and Segment Overview

• Products and Service Array
• Satellite Radio
• Telematics Communications Unit (TCU)
• Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL)
• Automatic Vehicle Identification (AVI)
• Stolen Vehicle Tracking and Shutdown
• In-cab Computing and Communication Systems
• Electronic Reporting
• Driver Performance Monitoring Systems
• Remote Diagnostics
• Market Segments
• CV Telematics Hardware Market
• Outlook
• CV Telematics Services Market
• Telematics Service Providers
• General Motors (OnStar)
• ATX Technologies
• RESPONSE Services Center

10. Major Platforms and Technologies in Vogue

• Road Tested for Most Vehicles
• Data Tracking
• Early Detection System
• Cost-Effective Alternatives
• Translating Raw Data into Worthwhile Information
• Hands Free Interfaces and Impact on Telematics
• Telematics Scope Widens
• What is Hands Free Interface All About?
• Future of Hands Free Interfaces

11. Telematics Business Model

• A Business Model that Actually Works
• What Makes it Tick - The Modus Operandi
• Telematics Logistics
• Bringing Logistics Productivity on Par with Telematics
• Inventory Carrying Costs
• Transportation Costs
• Looking for 'Right' Formula in the TM Value Chain Structure
• 'Value Web' vis-a-vis Value Chain
• Seeking Economic Solutions that Work for All
• Automotive Standards - A Must in the Competitive Scenario
• Should the Customer Pay for Telematics Control Units and the Infrastructure?

12. State of Worldwide Telematics Industry

• Present Scenario
• Near Future and Beyond
• Table 4: Worldwide TM-Enabled Automobiles Market (2001, 2002, 2005 & 2007): Percentage Share of All Autos Sold (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
• Aftermarket Telematics - A Hotbed of Activity
• Remote Diagnostics - A 'Must Have' in Aftermarket Telematics

13. Future Trends and Low Cost Telematics

• Criteria for Implementing a TM Solution Across an Entire Fleet
• The OEM Standpoint

14. Technological Developments

• GM and OnStar® Develop Life-Saving Technology
• New Apparatus to Control Noise in Telematics System
• Novel Method for Telematics System Component Simulation

15. Product Innovations/Introductions

• Toyota to Debut Car Telematics Service in China
• Ashok Leyland to Launch Telematics Commercial Vehicles in China
• Garmin to Introduce a Range of New Devices
• BSM Technologies Unveils Sentinel FM1000 New Generation Telematics Hardware
• NAVIGON Launches NAVIGON 5100 and 7100 Navigation Products
• Taoglas Introduces Miniature Antenna Systems
• Trimble Launches Lassen DR+GPS Module
• Magellan Introduces Voice-Based Portable Vehicle Navigation System
• Continental to Unveil Latest Driver Assistance Solutions
• TrafficCast and LandSonar Jointly Launch LPS Plus
• AeroScout Launches AeroScout T3 Tag
• Satamatics Launches New "Reefermatics" Service
• Inilex Introduces New Kepler Security System
• Karputer Unveils New in-Vehicle User Interface
• WebTech Launches Industry First Tractors and Multiple Trailers Tracking System
• WebTech and Iridium Launch Dual-Mode Cellular and Satellite Tracking System
• WebTech Launches WebTech Quadrant Enterprise Wireless Fleet Management Solution
• Minorplanet Develops Performance Manager Module for VMIgreenlight™
• Minorplanet Develops VMI LocationLink
• AirIQ Launches Field Service Solution for Fleet Management
• WebTech Launches Three New Product Suites
• Motorola Unveils M710 iDEN Car Phone
• HUGHES Telematics Develops Advanced Telematics Solution
• Center of Excellence for Applied Research & Technology to Introduce CERT Falcon
• Maptuit Launches Maptuit NaviGo™
• trakm8 Attempts Industry Convergence with New Solutions
• PHH Arval Rolls Out PHH Onboard Fleet Service
• Tele Atlas Develops Digital Database
• Sony Ericsson Displays New M2M Solution
• Zeosoft Develops Initial Rollout Program

16. Product Launches in Recent Past

• General Motor's OnStar Launches Multilanguage Voice Services
• Car Information System Introduces First Cell Phone Automobile Navigation System
• SiRF Technology Provides Solution to LG
• Isuzu Introduces Online Service
• WebTech Introduces WebTech 4000 Aftermarket Telematics Device
• AirIQ Introduces Suite of Satellite-based Telematics Services
• Centurion Introduces Waterproof Internal Mercury Antenna for Telematics
• New Upgraded Version Available for Teletrac's FleetDirector
• ATX Technologies Unveils Telematics- Based vRM Program
• ATX Technologies Introduces Direct Telematics Link from Vehicle to Car Dealer
• CSI Wireless Introduces Asset-Link 100 Telematics Product
• Volvo Cars Unveil Volvo On Call Plus Telematics System
• Satamatics Launches Satellite-Based Telematics Services
• ATX Technologies Introduces First Voice Activated Vehicle Owner's Manual
• Auto-Q Unveils New PC Based FleetTrak System
• Delphi Introduces Hi-End Multimedia and Telematics for Fleet Vehicles
• NEXIQ Technologies Introduces eTechnician Telematics System
• WebTech Unveils GPRS Based Data Services

17. Recent Industry Activity

• WebTech to Deliver GPS Devices in Canadian Market
• Mio Technology Partners with ATX
• Qualcomm Wins Federal Contract
• Qualcomm and PEIKER Enter into Module License Agreement
• Wireless Matrix Wins Contract
• Hughes Telematics Partners with Mercedes-Benz
• Imarda Acquires Prolificx
• Clarion Selects Cross Country Automotive Services
• Asset Intelligence and The Morey Corporation Ink Agreement
• Fiat and Microsoft Offers New Generation Blue&Me™ Nav
• HUGHES Aligns with Chrysler Group to Offer Automotive Telematics Applications
• Airbiquity Enters into Agreement with BMW
• TrafficCast International and GeoMicro Enter into Licensing Agreement
• ADP, Kia Motors, and Roadside Telematics Collaborate to Set Up Database Service
• Tele Atlas Signs Agreement with BMW
• Ford Component Teams Up with Garmin
• GE Equipment Services Acquires Terion
• Wireless Matrix Partners with Partner Software
• Wireless Matrix and Trinity Valley Electric Enter into Agreement
• Wireless Matrix Partners with TouchStar Solutions
• BSM Technologies Acquires SecTrack
• Blaupunkt Partners with Kenwood
• Nissan Speeds Up Intelligent Transport System Testing Program
• Garmin Selected as Exclusive Supplier of Navigation Devices to Honda Access Europe
• Schiphol Airport to Deploy ERA Vehicle Tracking System
• Masternaut and Road Angel Signs Agreement
• DigiCore Wins Contract from Southern Water
• Cybit Holdings Acquires Thales Telematics
• Tata AutoComp Systems Signs Joint Venture with Sasken Communication
• WebTech Signs Distribution Agreement with PROLOG
• Yulon Nissan Forms Alliance with Wavecom
• DaimlerChrysler Commercial Buses North America to Partner with SmarTire Systems
• AirIQ Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Siemens M2M ONE
• Wireless Matrix Acquires MobileAria
• Wireless Matrix Corporation Unveils Terrestrial Mobile Base Station 2
• WebTech Signs Distribution Agreement with Trailcon
• Masternaut Acquires GE Mobile Solutions
• GHL Technologies Acquires Emergency Vehicle Installation
• Motorola Divests Automotive Electronics Business to Continental
• KORE Wireless Changes Name to KORE Telematics
• GHL Technologies Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Tagnet International
• Ryder System Partners with Cingular and Teletrac
• Control Instruments Acquires Majority Stake in Tripmaster
• Laird Technologies Acquires RecepTec
• Continental Automotive System Establishes New Telematics Business Unit
• WebTech Wireless Completes Expansion
• Funkwerk Acquires Euro Telematik
• Minorplanet Systems Wins Contract from Morgan
• Cybit Acquires Bluefinger
• Punch International Acquires Alturion
• Punch Telematix Acquires SpaceChecker
• Punch Telematix Acquires Atimis
• Benefon Partners with Geowell
• Comstar-United Telesystems Acquires TsTk Contrast-Telecom
• SK Telecom Ties Up with GM Daewoo Auto & Technology
• ST Electronics Obtains Service Contract from Comfort Transportation
• QUALCOMM and Continental Enter into a License Agreement
• Airbiquity and Continental Enter into Licensing Agreement
• Symyx Technologies Enters into Agreement with Stargate Mobile
• Trakm8 Holdings and Punch International Form Partnership
• IAED and ATX Enter into Agreement

18. Strategic Corporate Developments in Recent Past

• Fiat Auto and Microsoft Partner to Deliver Telematics Solution
• Thales Relocates to Cape Town
• Datacom Grants Contract to WebTech
• MobileAria Selects Telcontar's Spatial Platform
• Lease Assurance Takes Over AirIQ's Products & Services
• Delphi's MobileAria and Arsenault Enter into Strategic Partnership
• Delphi, Pana-Pacific and MobileAria Collaborate to Introduce FleetOutlook
• AirIQ Makes Debut in Consumer Telematics Market
• ATX Takes Over Vodafone PASSO
• Acunia and Computer Support Collaborate to Offer Fleet Management Solution
• International and IBM Sign Telematics Services Agreement
• Toyota and Fuji Heavy Industries Sign Telematics Agreement
• Vetronix Selects GDT Data for Mastertrak Telematics Solutions
• STS LLC, Selects WebTech's Wireless Fleet Telematics Services
• Minorplanet Systems Acquires Novcom
• Daimler Chrysler Acquires Truck Telematics Major Leafield AVM
• Transics Enters into Strategic Contract with Transalliance
• QNX and Johnson Controls Enter into a Partnership
• Roadside Telematics and Vetronix Form Partnership
• Hyundai and IBM Enter into Partnership
• Toyota Motor Teams Up with Nuance
• Microsoft and Accenture Form Partnership
• Sensoria and Hitachi Semiconductor Sign Marketing Agreement
• Sony Ericsson and Chapman Technologies Ink Agreement
• WebTech Wireless Enters into a Marketing Alliance with AT&T
• WebTech Wireless and BGE Sign Fleet Management Telematics Agreement
• Ford and Qualcomm Announce Closure of Wingcast
• Sun Microsystems and Targasys Collaborate
• Nexgen Logistix Collaborates with Satamatics
• Visteon and Nokia Smart Traffic Products Join Hands
• NEXIQ Technologies Acquires Diversified Software Industries
• Motorola and IBM Jointly Cooperate to Offer Wireless Web Technology for Telematics

19. Focus on Select Global Players

• AirIQ, Inc. (Canada)
• ATX Group (USA)
• ETAS Group (Germany)
• MinorPlanet Systems Plc (UK)
• OnStar Corporation (USA)
• Punch Telematix (Belgium)
• QUALCOMM, Inc. (USA)
• OmniTRACS
• WebTech Wireless, Inc. (USA)
• Wireless Matrix Corporation (USA)

20. Global Market Perspective

• Table 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Geographic Region / Country - USA, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
• Table 6: World Long-term Projections for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Geographic Region/Country - USA, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
• Table 7: World 10-Year Perspective for Commercial Vehicle Telematics - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 and 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

III. MARKET

1. The United States

• A. Market Analysis
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Market Overview
  • Table 8: Leading Players in the US Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market (2004): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for General Motors, Ford, Daimler Chrysler, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Volkswagen and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • North America
  • Market Trends and Issues
  • Remote Vehicle Activation - Commanding High Consumer Interest
  • Future PorTable Navigation Devices to Gain Real Time Connectivity
  • Trying Market Condition: Manufacturers Feel the Heat
  • US Aftermarket Expected to Succeed Where OEMs Failed
  • Commercial Vehicles Telematics Market Set to Grow Despite the Odds
  • Table 9: Sales of TM-enabled Automobiles in the US (2001, 2003, 2005 & 2007(*)): Percentage Breakdown of All Autos Sold (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Key Statistics-A Past Data
  • Table 10: North American Telematics Market (2001 - 2003): Automotive Telematics Parameter by Number of Vehicles Manufactured, Number of Models, Average Price, and Sales
  • North American CVT Market (2003): Major Services by Application Type - Productivity Applications, Managerial Applications, Remote Diagnostics Applications, Safety and Security Applications, Cargo Associated Applications, and Information Applications
  • Product Launches/Developments
  • Strategic Corporate Developments
  • Focus on Select Players
  • The Big Three in the North American Telematics Market
  • ATX Group
  • OnStar Corporation
  • QUALCOMM, Inc.
  • OmniTRACS
  • WebTech Wireless, Inc.
  • Wireless Matrix Corporation
• B. Market Analytics
  • Table 11: US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Product Segment - TM Hardware and TM Services Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 12: US Long-term Projections for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Product Segment - TM Hardware and TM Services Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 13: US 10-Year Perspective for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for TM Hardware and TM Services Markets for Years 2000, 2006 and 2010

2. Canada

• A. Market Analysis
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Product Launches/Developments
  • Strategic Corporate Developments
  • AirIQ, Inc. - A Select Player
• B. Market Analytics
  • Table 14: Canadian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Product Segment - TM Hardware and TM Services Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 15: Canadian Long-term Projections for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Product Segment - TM Hardware and TM Services Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 16: Canadian 10-Year Perspective for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for TM Hardware and TM Services Markets for Years 2000, 2006 and 2010

3. Japan

• A. Market Analysis
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Telematics Market Scenario
  • Rapidly Evolving Market
  • Telematics Equipment Market
  • Market Trends and Issues
  • Japanese Car Navigation System Miles Ahead of US and Europe
  • Navigation Features - The Primary Choice
  • What Makes the Japanese Car Navigation Systems So Irresistible?
  • OEM Telematics Trends
  • Competitive Scenario
  • Nissan Carwings
  • Toyota (Gbook)
  • Honda (InterNavi Premium Club)
  • Will Japan Lead the Telematics Revolution?
  • Product Launches/Developments in Recent Past
  • Strategic Corporate Developments
• B. Market Analytics
  • Table 17: Japanese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 18: Japanese Long-term Projections for Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4. Europe

• A. Market Analysis
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Industry Overview
  • Table 19: European Market for Telematics (2000 & 2007): Market Size for Total Automotive Telematics Hardware and Services (In US$ Million)
  • Telematics Gains Rapid Credibility Among European OEMs
  • Hands Free Interfaces and the Impact of Telematics
  • Multifunction and Multimedia Systems
  • Unique Services, Unique Content Portfolios
  • Market Trends and Issues
  • Escalating Oil Prices Hastens the Market
  • Surge in Demand for Telematics Fitted Commercial Vehicles
  • Commercial Vehicle Telematics Services to Rake in Larger Revenue Share
  • Market Drivers
  • SelectMarket Players and Competitive Offerings
  • Delphi
  • Johnson Controls
  • BMW Online
  • Fiat
  • Citroen
  • Opel
  • Siemens VDO
  • Product Launches/Developments
  • Strategic Corporate Developments
  • Select Players
• B. Market Analytics
  • Table 20: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Product Segment - TM Hardware and TM Services Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 21: European Long-term Projections forCommercial Vehicle Telematics by Product Segment -TM Hardware and TM Services Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Millionfor Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 22: European 10-Year Perspective for Commercial Vehicle Telematics by Product Segment -Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales forTM Hardware and TM Services Markets for Years 2000, 2006 and 2010

5. Asia-Pacific

• A. Market Analysis
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Market Overview
  • Asian Region to Surge
  • Table 23: Passenger Car Market in Asia-Pacific (2005 & 2009): Number of New Passenger Car Registrations (in '000) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Focus on Select Markets
  • Australia
  • Intelligent Access Program
  • Competition in the Trucking Industry Boosts Telematics Market
  • A Brief View of the Past
  • 3G Telematics
  • China
  • The Future Market Leader
  • India
  • India's Role in the Telematics Scenario
  • Korea
  • Malaysia
  • Taiwan
  • Product Launches
  • Strategic Corporate Developments
• B. Market Analytics
  • Table 24: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million forYears 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 25: Asia-Pacific Long-term Projections for Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

6. Latin America

• A. Market Analysis
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Strategic Corporate Development
• B. Market Analytics
  • Table 26: Latin American Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 27: Latin American Long-term Projections for Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

7. Rest of World

• A. Market Analysis
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Market Overview
  • Strategic Corporate Developments
• B. Market Analytics
  • Table 28: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 29: Rest of World Long-term Projections for Commercial Vehicle Telematics Market with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)