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(Marketwired - Sept. 23, 2014) - (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) - As auto manufacturers race to embed connected car technology into new cars in the coming years, Canadians will have the opportunity to connect their cars to the Internet much sooner thanks to Mojio and TELUS. The two companies have entered into an agreement to launch the innovative Mojio connected car solution in Canada, which will be powered by TELUS' coast-to-coast wireless network, later this year.
"Connected cars represent one of the most fundamental shifts in automotive technology in decades, and through this partnership, Canadians will have access to our leading technology years before it's the norm in new cars," said Jay Giraud, CEO of Mojio. "Mojio's innovative technology paired the reach of TELUS' coast-to-coast mobile network will enable drivers across Canada will be able turn nearly any old car into a smart car."
Mojio is reinventing driving by keeping drivers connected to their favorite people, places and things while providing accurate information when it's needed most. As a cloud-connected device for the car and an app for the smartphone, Mojio connects real time vehicle information with the driver to improve the driving experience by automating tasks, providing intelligent solutions and protecting the owner's investment. Mojio's open platform will provide a host of third party developers and partners with the data they need to provide drivers with the products and services they want and need.