The mobile industry is enlarging as mobile electronics products blur the lines between video, voice and data. Sales of aftermarket car sound are continuing to mushroom, particularly in the in-dash CD player and autosound amplifier categories. The vehicle security industry is getting a boost from the widening remote control range and the launch of two-way systems.
Open architectures allow system installers to customize vehicle security systems.
DVD technology is invigorating the mobile entertainment category. In-car computing is evolving into an emerging product category. Consumers are showing more interest in mobile navigation. Telematics products that combine navigation technology such as GPS with real-time wireless communications services are gaining the attention of consumers for safety and security services. The first IDB applications are expected to be available in 2001 vehicles.