{"id":15341,"date":"2019-03-20T17:08:00","date_gmt":"2019-03-20T16:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intellias.com\/?p=15341"},"modified":"2023-08-21T08:33:15","modified_gmt":"2023-08-21T06:33:15","slug":"must-have-features-and-best-practices-in-creating-navigation-software-for-vehicles","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/intellias.com\/must-have-features-and-best-practices-in-creating-navigation-software-for-vehicles\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Must-Have Features of Automotive Navigation Systems: Navigate Through Navigation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When was the last time you studied a map before hitting the road or asked a stranger which turn to take? Thanks to an automotive navigation system, those days are long gone. Whether we\u2019re doing the daily commute or on a faraway journey, modern\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/automotive-navigation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in-vehicle navigation systems<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> show us the best way across the city, help us avoid traffic, and keep us on track. If you\u2019re considering using embedded navigation systems in your business or are just wondering how they work, you\u2019ve come to the right place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, you\u2019ll read about:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automotive navigation and its features<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business benefits of a navigation system<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to create a navigation system<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intellias experience in building in-vehicle navigation systems<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a navigation system?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quite simply, a navigation system helps drivers get from point A to point B. What\u2019s not that simple, however, is the software itself, which is actually quite intricate. Embedded navigation systems are becoming more advanced as voice guidance, live traffic reports, over-the-air updates, and point of interest (POI) search optimize the driving experience. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone who has a smartphone or a car has probably used some navigation system. With <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/200002\/international-car-sales-since-1990\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">79 million<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> vehicles expected to be sold globally in 2023, it\u2019s not surprising that the automotive navigation system market is expected to increase <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.technavio.com\/report\/global-automotive-navigation-systems-market-analysis-share-2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">compound annual growth rate of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5.2%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from 2019 to 2022. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essential features in automotive navigation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with additional options, there are<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fundamental in-vehicle\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">navigation systems features that make driving efficient and safe. They include: <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15342 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-system-features.png\" alt=\"3 Must-Have Features of Automotive Navigation Systems: Navigate Through Navigation\" width=\"770\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-system-features.png 770w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-system-features-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-system-features-768x450.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s dig deeper into each of these features<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Route planning and waypoints<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning a route is the easiest and most basic thing a navigation system should be able to do. Usually, a navigation system offers alternative ways based on your preference for the fastest, the cheapest, or the most convenient route. You can also choose to avoid borders, ferries, tolls, highways, etc. The system will guide you to the necessary lane as well as automatically reroute you if you deviate from the initial course. Some embedded navigation systems allow adding up to 50 waypoints. Plus, you can usually see the history of your trips and choose to repeat them or backtrack.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn-by-turn directions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a navigation system voice your every turn might be somewhat annoying, but it\u2019s immensely useful. Turn-by-turn directions include visual data on the screen along with voice instructions, so your attention can remain on the road. The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">system <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">voices the direction of the turn, street names, and the distance to the next turn. It can also warn you about traffic congestion and toll roads ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offline maps<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, you can\u2019t always rely on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a cell<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> connection, especially when you travel to remote areas. So an offline map is among the most essential features in automotive navigation. Map updates ensure that the street you\u2019re turning down still exists. And while offline maps don\u2019t provide POIs or traffic reports, they can navigate you by showing the current position of your ca<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">r according to the GPS tracker.<\/span><\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/automotive-navigation\/\" class=\"cta-wrap \">\n                    <div class=\"left-col\">\n                        <p class=\"cta-title\">Automotive Navigation Software Development<\/p>\n                        <div class=\"cta-block__content\">\n                            <div class=\"description\">Build smart navigation with predicted road and traffic situations<\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                     <span class=\"btn-filled\">Learn more<\/span>\n\t\t        <\/a><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The core features of in-vehicle navigation systems are usually enough to find the best route to your destination, not miss an important turn, and still know where you\u2019re going even if the cell signal is lost.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-vehicle navigation systems vs smartphone navigation apps<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, we know what you\u2019re thinking: Why bother with in-car navigation if you have Google Maps? Most drivers use smartphone navigation apps because their interface is more familiar and updates are automatic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15344 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-apps.png\" alt=\"3 Must-Have Features of Automotive Navigation Systems: Navigate Through Navigation\" width=\"770\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-apps.png 770w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-apps-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-apps-768x450.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sourc<\/span><\/i><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">e: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/themanifest.com\/app-development\/popularity-google-maps-trends-navigation-apps-2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Manifest \u2013 The Popularity of Google Maps: Trends in Navigation Apps in 2018<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But it\u2019s not all that simple if you think about it. Your smartphone depends on internet connectivity and battery power, the screen is quite small, and you can get fined for using it in the car. The competition between in-car and smartphone navigation is fierce, but it doesn\u2019t have to be. OEMs are trying their best to make automotive navigation and its features more valuable for users than smartphone apps. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a year or two, embedded navigation systems in smart vehicles are expected to grow more intelligent than phone apps. They will:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">predict your next trip<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">take into account your driving habits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">remember the most visited places<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">analyze notifications from other drivers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alert you about changing weather conditions, accidents, and traffic jams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">show you the surroundings and the route in 3D<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But instead of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2018\/02\/01\/business\/car-navigation-systems-apps.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">battling<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find out if smartphones or in-vehicle navigation systems are better, why not use them together? Door-to-door navigation combines both car and smartphone systems via Bluetooth and leads you to your final destination even after you\u2019ve parked your car, taken a bus, or stopped at the mall. More than that, you can even <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YtIhMosY9ZE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">connect<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your smart home to your car. How cool is that?<\/span><\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/a-highly-responsive-rendering-service-for-navigation\/\" class=\"cta-wrap \">\n                    <div class=\"left-col\">\n                        <p class=\"cta-title\">Find out how Intellias contributed to the 3D rendering services for multiple existing and future 3D navigation company products<\/p>\n                        <div class=\"cta-block__content\">\n                            <div class=\"description\"><\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                     <span class=\"btn-filled\">Read more<\/span>\n\t\t        <\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The business benefits of in-vehicle navigation systems go beyond mere tracking<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing when you arrive at your destination is great, but knowing that you can take another route to save money is better. Quick delivery, fleet tracking, and cost-efficiency are the key benefits businesses look for when deciding on a navigation system. And yes, you should choose embedded automotive navigation and its features according to your business needs: the functionality of a system for commercial fleets will differ from the functionality in a family minivan. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, 92 percent of truck drivers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.copilotgps.com\/uk\/category\/copilot-truck\/page\/2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">agree<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that truck-specific navigation improves safety. Moreover, specialized software will have a positive impact on business in general:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drivers can choose better routes that fit the size of their vehicles and the cargo they\u2019re transporting. Routes may differ for trucks with explosives or flammables and those with super-heavy loads.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A navigation system can show safe spots for resting, and truck drivers can make stops more often, as required by regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An interactive map of gas stations can lead to better fuel management.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding truck-restricted routes and bypassing congestion and road accidents lets drivers deliver goods on time and save fuel.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As for non-commercial vehicles, benefits for users are clear: fewer miles\/kilometers driven, driving assistance, avoiding fines and traffic tickets, route optimization and, as a result, less money spent on car maintenance and repair. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Major benefits of a navigation system<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15346 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-benefits.png\" alt=\"3 Must-Have Features of Automotive Navigation Systems: Navigate Through Navigation\" width=\"770\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-benefits.png 770w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-benefits-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-benefits-768x450.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s what we have at the moment. But the automotive industry is heading to the connected and autonomous future, and in-vehicle navigation systems will become smarter. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How-to: Creating an automotive navigation system<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15348\" src=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software.png\" alt=\"3 Must-Have Features of Automotive Navigation Systems: Navigate Through Navigation\" width=\"770\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software.png 770w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-768x450.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So far, we\u2019ve learned about key features of navigation systems and established that smartphone apps aren\u2019t a threat to in-car navigation. Now, let\u2019s see how Tier 1 and Tier 2 companies create navigation systems and what additional features they offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-in dashcams<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dash cameras in embedded navigation systems can work the entire time you\u2019re driving and serve as a source of evidence in court in case of accidents or any other trouble on the road. Or you can just use them to capture stunning landscapes while you\u2019re traveling. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Voice assistance <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this function is quite common for today\u2019s in-car systems, getting a computer to understand what you\u2019ve said is quite a challenge. You\u2019ve probably experienced the frustration of repeating a destination five times only for the system to direct you to the same street in another city. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a tip that will help solve this problem: You can use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/map.what3words.com\/airfields.cooks.alright?utm_campaign=B2C_4561_W3_Pt_Core%252BApp_BothOs_Org_WO_en_Main%252BSite%252BGeneral&amp;utm_medium=dynamic_link&amp;utm_source=w3w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what3words<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your navigation system to find any location in the world with three-meter precision. This service divides the world map into three-meter squares and assigns three random words to every square. Upon hearing them, in-vehicle navigation systems can get you exactly where you need. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Noise cancellation <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to understanding your voice instructions, an advanced navigation system has to make sure it can hear you no matter what: whether there\u2019s an open window, children screaming in the back seat, or your spouse singing to your right (or left). <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lane guidance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today\u2019s navigation system includes driving assistance, which becomes more advanced with every new software developed. Top-notch in-vehicle navigation systems alert you when you\u2019re driving too close to the car in front or when you\u2019re drifting out of the lane, specify which lane you should be in, and switch to camera view when you\u2019re approaching your destination.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Platform compatibility and integration<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The majority of high-end in-car systems can integrate with the web through apps and Bluetooth. So if your friend messages you an address, you can queue the destination to automatically transfer it to your car system when your phone connects to it. And when you park a few blocks away from your location, you can toss the destination to your phone again for pedestrian navigation. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural language and landmarks <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The mechanical emotionless voice and monotonous instructions of old GPS systems have bored everyone to death. Natural language in apps, systems, and automated customer support is the new normal. And to make navigation even more natural, modern systems include landmarks to give drivers more time to react. For instance, a navigator can instruct you to turn right at Victoria\u2019s Secret and then change lanes to prepare for a left turn near the football field. Drivers can spot landmarks easier than signs (if they exist at all) and can get ready for the change of direction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a flawless navigation system<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automotive software providers have to follow <a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/automotive\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">trends<\/a> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">build smart AI-based cloud solutions to fit the requirements of modern connected and semi-autonomous vehicles. Wondering what it takes to get a flawless navigation system? Intellias will let you in on the development process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15352 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-development.png\" alt=\"3 Must-Have Features of Automotive Navigation Systems: Navigate Through Navigation\" width=\"770\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-development.png 770w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-development-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/intellias.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/navigation-software-development-768x450.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gather data<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geolocation is the core element of any navigation app. A car\u2019s navigation system<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">uses GPS to detect the current location of the vehicle via satellite. When GPS data is not available, the system uses data from the cellular network. The system can also take data from other connected devices and update information about traffic activity and road accidents. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, the system uses routing algorithms according to different scenarios: the fastest route, avoiding or including bad roads and highways, etc. The next step is allowing users to choose the route, add it to favorites, start navigation, and include the route in the destination queue. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include personalization<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a personal profile in your navigation system lets users keep a history of their trips and add favorites, landmarks, notes, and reviews. Personalization also creates a seamless experience across devices, from smart home systems to in-car navigation. It\u2019s a good idea to integrate the automotive navigation system with other apps like Google Calendar, Foursquare, and Spotify.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add voice assistance <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple turn-by-turn directions are essential features in automotive navigation. But how smart the voice guidance will depend on the requirements and the developers\u2019 expertise. If a vendor has experience with natural language processing (NLP), deep learning, and AI-based automotive solutions, the car navigation system can serve as a smart assistant that can not only navigate but also switch to other apps, make calls, record notes, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implementing UI\/UX best practices<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter how technologically advanced a navigation system is, no one is going to use it if it\u2019s clumsy, illogical, and poorly designed. From an intuitive and all-encompassing user journey to catchy design elements, UI\/UX professionals have to prepare an advanced tech solution. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you\u2019ve seen the tip of the navigation development iceberg, we\u2019d like to show you what the finished product looks like in practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/sdk-for-connected-nds-based-navigation\/\" class=\"cta-wrap \">\n                    <div class=\"left-col\">\n                        <p class=\"cta-title\">Learn how Intellias enhanced an integrated sdk solutions for automotive and LBS companies<\/p>\n                        <div class=\"cta-block__content\">\n                            <div class=\"description\"><\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                     <span class=\"btn-filled\">Read more<\/span>\n\t\t        <\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">User-friendly automotive navigation system: Intellias experience\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With sixteen years of experience providing automotive solutions for OEMs, Intellias is the leader among Tier 2 companies in Eastern Europe. Here are some of our navigation system solutions to prove it: <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Intellias team merged two <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/real-time-traffic-services-automotive-giants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">public traffic APIs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a global provider of mapping solutions. The task included migrating development, testing, and delivery environments. As a result of successful cooperation, our customer decided to continue working with us and entrust us with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">their entire traffic data processing and API program.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More than that, we\u2019ve broadened our cooperation with this customer to build a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/a-highly-responsive-rendering-service-for-navigation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">responsive map rendering navigation service<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The Intellias team working on this project has grown to 45 members. Thanks to our cooperation, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">performance of our client\u2019s map rendering service has almost doubled. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contributing to innovative automotive solutions, Intellias created <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/sdk-for-connected-nds-based-navigation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a brand-new SDK<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that allows OEMs to build next-generation embedded navigation solutions. This IoT-centric SDK enables cloud-based cross-platform communication, over-the-air map updates, sensor data integration, destination predictions, and more. Our <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Netherlands-based customer was extremely pleased with the results.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We helped an ambitious Silicon Valley startup develop<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/adas-solution-electric-vehicles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> an ADAS for cutting-edge electric vehicles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Our engineers managed to deploy automatic braking, adaptive highlights, and smart battery consumption as part of the latest ADASIS v3 protocol. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One more ADAS we\u2019ve worked on was for a UK-based auto manufacturer. Our cooperation started with five Intellias engineers extending our partner\u2019s team. They designed and implemented a comprehensive, distraction-free <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">human machine interface (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/remarkably-stress-free-hmi-navigation-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HMI<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that brings car navigation to the driver\u2019s mobile device. Since the start of cooperation in 2016, our five-engineer team extension has grown into a self-sufficient product development team of 85 members. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following the tendency toward autonomous and connected driving, in-car navigation goes far beyond simple guidance and route planning. From innovative tech features to clear UI\/UX, building an automotive navigation system requires expertise in creating next-generation automotive solutions \u2014 expertise that Intellias has.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/intellias.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Contact<\/a> our automotive experts and get all your navigation system-related questions answered.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover the critical components of navigation systems and best practices experts use to build vehicle navigation software<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":60663,"template":"","class_list":["post-15341","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","blog-category-automotive-blog","blog-category-navigation"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v22.4 (Yoast SEO v23.2) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>3 Must-Have Features of Automotive Navigation Systems - 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