Catching the CAN Bus – How the Gamification of Vehicle Data Can Benefit Us All
Summary
Increasingly, auto makers and cloud developers are using CAN bus information to gamify the driving experience, by analyzing real-life data to provide tips, rewards and challenges. In a typical car, up to 80 electrical control modules (ECMs) act as the brains behind everything, from engine management through to the entertainment system, and even windscreen wiper performance. Where a smart device combines CAN bus access with a data link to the cloud, there’s even more scope, especially for fleet managers looking to improve efficiency and safety fleet-wide. With key data describing all vehicle systems, accessing the CAN bus opens opportunities for developers wanting to build exciting or educational driving apps. The unobtrusive and compact design includes GPS support with live tracking using a customizable app, a 3-axis G-sensor and four infra-red LEDs that ensure a clear video stream of the vehicle’s interior at all times.