iPod Integration
Multiple Manufacturers
The success of Apple's ubiquitous little MP3 player has made it a lock for serious integration into everyday vehicles. 20 major brands, from Ford to Ferrari, offer high-level iPod integration, allowing drivers to navigate and play their digital music through a car's built-in audio components.
High-End Hybrids
Toyota Lexus
In the wake of the climactic success of the fuel-miser, gas-electric hybrid Prius, Toyota has unveiled a trio of high-end hybrid Lexus vehicles. At the very top, Lexus will sell the LS 600h L, which many say is the ultimate, i.e. most technologically advanced-version of its LS flagship line.
Real-Time Traffic
Acura RL
GPS devices that display a vehicle's position on a map are becoming more ubiquitous by the model year. Through its AcuraLink service, Acura is also piping real-time traffic information into vehicles. That means the navigation system can help plan routes to avoid stop-and-go situations.
Adaptive Cruise Control
Multiple Manufacturers
Manufacturers from Mercedes-Benz to Audi have been steadily improving on the tried-and-true cruise control. Integrated sensors can now detect vehicles ahead of your own and slow you down to avoid an accident. Such systems are currently being expanded to work in stop-and-go traffic situations at speeds below 20 mph, a speed range in which traditional systems don't typically operate.
Infotainment
Chrysler Group
Chrysler's MyGIG multimedia system can store music and photos on a built-in 20GB hard drive. A high-speed USB port facilitates data transfers. The do-it-all setup also incorporates real-time traffic information and voice-guided navigation.
Multiple Manufacturers
The success of Apple's ubiquitous little MP3 player has made it a lock for serious integration into everyday vehicles. 20 major brands, from Ford to Ferrari, offer high-level iPod integration, allowing drivers to navigate and play their digital music through a car's built-in audio components.
High-End Hybrids
Toyota Lexus
In the wake of the climactic success of the fuel-miser, gas-electric hybrid Prius, Toyota has unveiled a trio of high-end hybrid Lexus vehicles. At the very top, Lexus will sell the LS 600h L, which many say is the ultimate, i.e. most technologically advanced-version of its LS flagship line.
Real-Time Traffic
Acura RL
GPS devices that display a vehicle's position on a map are becoming more ubiquitous by the model year. Through its AcuraLink service, Acura is also piping real-time traffic information into vehicles. That means the navigation system can help plan routes to avoid stop-and-go situations.
Adaptive Cruise Control
Multiple Manufacturers
Manufacturers from Mercedes-Benz to Audi have been steadily improving on the tried-and-true cruise control. Integrated sensors can now detect vehicles ahead of your own and slow you down to avoid an accident. Such systems are currently being expanded to work in stop-and-go traffic situations at speeds below 20 mph, a speed range in which traditional systems don't typically operate.
Infotainment
Chrysler Group
Chrysler's MyGIG multimedia system can store music and photos on a built-in 20GB hard drive. A high-speed USB port facilitates data transfers. The do-it-all setup also incorporates real-time traffic information and voice-guided navigation.
