Mercedes Simplifies Inputting a Destination Into Your Nav

Mercedes-Benz has announced the world’s first in-car, three-word address voice navigation system thanks to a collaboration with what3words.

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Old Car, New Stuff: Upgrade With Garmin HUD+ Head-up Display

A windshield head-up display, or HUD, is a beautiful thing.

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Here's How to Make Morgan Freeman Read Your Navigation Directions

Morgan Freeman has one of the most recognizable voices in the world.

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Smartphone Box Brings High-End Features to Low-Cost Cars

Magellan is best known for its navigation systems, but the tech company’s latest gadget will provide access to connected-car features like Bluetooth and music streaming to cheaper vehicles.

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Magellan Takes Navigation Off-Road

If you love slogging through the backwoods or traversing mountain trails, Magellan has something for you.

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California Rules Smartphone Use for Navigation is Legal

California was one of the first states in the U.S. to prohibit using a smartphone while driving, and now it has ruled that it is legal to use mobile devices to check maps.

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MyFord Touch Update to Improve Buttons, Voice Control

Ford announced the latest update today for its Sync voice recognition software and MyFord Touch infotainment system.

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Google Glass Banned While Driving in UK

Google Glass has been rules an official no-no for drivers in the U.K. before becoming commercially available.

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Ask AutoGuide No. 14 - Ford Escape Vs. Mazda CX-5 Vs. Honda CR-V

It’s a dangerous world out there. Buying a new vehicle has more perils and pitfalls than the Atari game of nearly the same name. Instead of swinging from vines or jumping over obstacles, car shoppers can skip the aerobic workout by simply visiting AutoGuide.com. We’re here to help and we’re glad to do it.

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Ask AutoGuide No. 10 - Honda Civic Vs. Toyota Corolla Vs. Subaru Impreza

The week is drawing to a close and while that can mean several things, most importantly (of course), it’s time for another installment of Ask AutoGuide, the information superhighway’s most exciting semi-regular feature. Beating the competition to market with mildly informative and generally accurate content is the name of the game. Our skilled geniuses are ready to spread their expertise like frosting on a sheet cake; just scoop it out of the tub and smear it all around.

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Vehicle Navigation System Satisfaction Declines in 2012

User satisfaction with factory-installed navigation systems is on the decline while the number of drivers turning to their smartphone for directions is rising.

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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Gets Facelift, Improved MPG

In a mid-cycle refresh, the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee will get a list of updates that will, among other things, improve fuel efficiency.

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Vibrating Steering Wheel Reduces Driving Distractions

Last week, details of NHTSA’s distracted driving guidelines were released with some of it focusing on in-car navigation technology.

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NHTSA Distracted Driving Guidelines Includes Static Navigation Images

Last month, NHTSA issued guidelines to establish criteria for reducing distraction from electronic devices installed by manufacturers while the vehicle is in motion, but those rules come with some surprising stipulations.

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2013 Audi A3 Tech Displayed At CES

Audi is taking the chance at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas to show off the new bells and whistles added to the 2013 A3. While a lot of the new stuff is boring, there are some gems to be found that prove Audi is taking  the same steps as Mercedes-Benz to keep the tech crowd happy.

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