Autonet Mobile

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Autonet Mobile, Inc., founded in 2005 in Sonoma County, California, specializes in internet-based telematics and application services for vehicles. The company develops mobile Wi-Fi connectivity solutions, allowing users to access the internet while on the move. This service is beneficial for personal and commercial applications, including rental cars and fleet management. The core product of Autonet Mobile is its mobile router, which can be factory-installed or purchased as an aftermarket option. These routers turn vehicles into mobile hotspots by utilizing third-generation telecommunications networks. The company has also created an embedded telematics control unit in collaboration with Robert Bosch GmbH, enhancing the integration of vehicle systems with cloud-based applications. Autonet Mobile has partnered with major automotive manufacturers such as General Motors, Chrysler, and Volkswagen, and has worked with Avis Rent a Car System to provide its devices in rental cars across the U.S. The company's technology continues to play a significant role in the automotive industry, as evidenced by its acquisition of intellectual property by Lear Corporation in 2015.