MobileAria's Tom O'Gara to Share Insights on In-Vehicle Mobile Communications

Strategic Insights -

Tom O'Gara, co-founder of MobileAria, will address venture capitalists, investment bankers, and industry analysts at the Technology Outlook Conference 2000, highlighting the potential of in-vehicle mobile communications. According to Goldman Sachs research, North Americans spend 500 million hours per week in their automobiles, with 86% of wireless phone calls made while commuting. MobileAria is set to introduce its initial service in Q2'01, leveraging Delphi's Communiport(R) Mobile Productivity Center and a Palm(TM) handheld, and has secured strategic investments from Delphi Automotive Systems, Palm Inc., and Mayfield Fund.

Key Takeaways:

  • MobileAria's CEO Tom O'Gara will present at the Technology Outlook Conference 2000, highlighting the company's vision for in-vehicle mobile communications.
  • Recent Goldman Sachs research indicates that North Americans spend 500 million hours per week in their automobiles, with 86% of wireless phone calls made while commuting.
  • The voice and data automotive service market is projected to grow to $33 billion by 2010, according to UBS Warburg analysts.
  • MobileAria's initial service will offer voice-activated management of personal information, wireless Internet access, and other features, all designed to keep drivers' hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
  • The company has secured strategic investments from Delphi Automotive Systems, Palm Inc., and Mayfield Fund, providing significant time-to-market and distribution advantages.
  • Tom O'Gara has a background in launching and operating businesses in high technology, automotive design, corporate security systems, and forensic intelligence, with over 25 years of experience.
  • MobileAria is creating an open service platform for delivering wireless content and applications integrated for the in-vehicle environment.

Statistics:

  • North Americans spend a total of 500 million hours per week in their automobiles.
  • 86% of wireless phone calls are made while commuting.
  • The voice and data automotive service market is projected to grow to $33 billion by 2010.
  • MobileAria is set to introduce its initial service in Q2'01.
  • The company has secured strategic investments from three major players: Delphi Automotive Systems, Palm Inc., and Mayfield Fund.

Sources:

  • BUSINESS WIRE - December 5, 2000
  • Goldman Sachs research
  • UBS Warburg analysts
  • Delphi Automotive Systems (NYSE:DPH)
  • Palm Inc. (Nasdaq:PALM)
  • Mayfield Fund