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Kia Plugs Alexa Voice Commands into Vehicles

Kia Motors America is adding Amazon Alexa-powered voice recognition functionality to four of its vehicles to allow drivers to unlock doors, start and stop the engine, and heat or cool their cars using voice commands.

Video: Studies Find Voice-Controlled Infotainment Distracting

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety teams with University of Utah psychology researchers to measure driver distraction levels associated with giving voice commands to control electronics and update social media.

VW Provides How-To Videos on In-Vehicle Technology

Five videos outline 2013-MY features on select Volkswagen models, from using voice commands and recognition, to setting up the vehicle's Bluetooth capabilities and cruise control.

New Laws Affecting California Motorists Now in Effect

2013 brings in multiple new laws affecting drivers in the state of California. One law allows drivers to use voice-activated technology while driving, which is already being challenged by the National Safety Council.

MagnaWorks Announces Availability of Navex Telematics Navigation System

MagnaWorks(R), a business group of Magna International(R) Inc., has announced the availability to vehicle manufacturers of Navex(TM), which they bill as "the first true, turn-by-turn telematics navigation system."