The document discusses GENIVI Alliance's efforts to accelerate connected car development through open source software and standards. Specifically, it summarizes GENIVI's mission to allow vehicles and occupants to participate fully in the connected world. It then describes GENIVI's open source community and tools like the GENIVI Development Platform. A key initiative discussed is Remote Vehicle Interaction (RVI), an open connectivity platform to enable remote control and data transfer capabilities. The document outlines RVI proofs-of-concept and integration into GENIVI tools. It also highlights how GENIVI is accelerating innovation through start-up programs, internships, and pilots.