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Manufacturers gather for in-car technology drive
Wireless and internet technologies have taken pride of place at French car show Mondial de l'automobile which opened in Paris over the weekend.

By Suzanna Kerridge

Published: Monday 02 October 2000

For the first time, this year's show has a whole hall dedicated to showcasing in-car internet technology. The hall, called CyberH@ll, offers an insight into future generations of technology-enabled cars.

WAP, GPRS and other forms of internet connectivity are among the technologies included. Exhibitors include BMW promoting its iDrive technology, the Ericsson-built WirelessCar and Peugeot Citroen which has unveiled its Xsara Picasso model equipped with IBM technology for online access.