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ExclusiveMore countries back eCall in-car emergency phone system

Seven more countries have backed the EU’s campaign to equip new cars with a mobile-based emergency call device that would automatically phone for help in the event of an accident.

Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Luxemburg, Malta, Poland and Romania have all signed a non-binding agreement with the European Commission to deploy eCall, the proposed in-car emergency call system.

ExclusiveNew EC law lets mobile users 'cap' their data charges from today

A new piece of European legislation about 'roaming' charges has come into effect today, 1st March 2010. It was part of the same announcement that capped the cost of sending text messages within Europe last summer.

This new law is designed to protect consumers from 'bill shocks' by allowing them to choose a cut-off point once their mobile bill reaches a certain amount.

ExclusiveEurope moves closer to eCall in-car emergency phone system

The UK still hasn't signed the EU's Memorandum of Understanding to implement eCall across Europe… but it looks as though we're moving closer.

Today the GSM Association signed the MoU, emphasising the commitment of the mobile phone industry to the scheme.

ExclusiveEurope wants cars to phone for help after an accident

The European Commission today has urged the UK and a number of other EU countries to implement eCall, an in-car mobile phone service that automatically calls 112 after an accident.

eCall then transmits its location to the emergency services.

ExclusivePodcast - 6th August 2008

This week we've recorded a special version of The Fonecast for the summer holidays. Download it and discover our top ten tips for taking your phone abroad: essential information whether you're advising customers or planning your own escape!

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