# Auto Upgrade Apps This Connected Device Can Help Consumers Upgrade an Old Vehicle By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-10-22 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-vehicle References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/3052012/this-device-will-turn-your-clunker-into-a-smart-car-for-200?partner=rss) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/154359573/voyo-driving-perfected) 'Voyo' is a smart device that consumers can use to upgrade an old vehicle. While new cars are equipped with a variety of high-tech features, older vehicles remain stuck in the past. This device helps consumers access some of the features that come standard on newer models. Voyo is a connected device that plugs into a car's OBD-II port. Along with its accompanying app, Voyo helps drivers access some of the features that their vehicle may not be equipped with. The multi-threaded tool works by reading and interpreting [140 operating parameters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-performance-data) at the same time. This information ultimately helps drivers stay informed and gives them greater control over an old vehicle. As the head of venture design at Frog explains, "You experience a new level of intelligence with the car and the interaction that takes over." Voyo is currently running a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartbox) campaign to help fund the [connected car device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/softwaredefined-vehicle-solution). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Connected Car Devices:** Opportunity for technology companies to create more smart devices that can enhance older vehicles with high-tech features. - **OBD-II Port Technology:** Opportunity for development of new technologies that can interpret and use operating parameters on a real-time basis to give drivers greater control over their vehicle. - **Vehicle Upgrade Apps:** Opportunity for app developers to create more innovative and user-friendly apps that can interface with connected devices like Voyo to improve older cars with newer features. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automobile Industry:** Opportunity for companies to offer upgrade services for older vehicles using connected devices that can provide access to high-tech features. - **Technology Industry:** Opportunity for technology companies to create new products and services that enable drivers to access high-tech features in their older vehicles. - **Mobile App Development Industry:** Opportunity for mobile app developers to create user-friendly and innovative apps that can connect with connected car devices which can enhance an older car s functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revolutionary Carplay Android Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartbox.md) - [Connected Car Maintenance Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivint-car-guard.md) - [2-in-1 Wireless Carplay Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ottocast.md) - [Standalone Vehicle Head Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intellidash-pro.md) - [Personalized AI Mechanics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-mechanic.md) - [Ai Car Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toooony.md) - [AI-Powered Car Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparq-diagnostics.md) - [Integrated Trip Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realtime-vehicle-data.md) - [AI Vehicle App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myvw-mobile-app.md)