COMMENT: Why the connected car could depend on the public cloud

Ever since the introduction of the first modern automobile in the late 1800s, we have been striving for continued innovation and evolution of every aspect of the driving experience. From steam to gasoline to electric power, and from seatbelts and airbags to collision detection and avoidance systems, we are now entering a new phase of innovation with the introduction of autonomous and connected cars, powered by public cloud.