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Automakers embrace hands-free text-messaging technology

Two and a half years into the crusade against distracted driving, automakers are equipping vehicles with new technology that might circumvent the 34 state laws that prohibit text messaging behind the wheel, which 95 percent of Americans say is dangerous.

 

Ford cars to read out Twitter feeds

Ford cars to read out Twitter feeds

The debate over distracted driving ramped up a notch on Thursday as Ford Motor Co. announced technology to let computers read their Twitter feeds to them while they're driving.

 

Driven to Distraction: Despite Risks, Internet Creeps Onto Car Dashboards

Driven to Distraction: Despite Risks, Internet Creeps Onto Car Dashboards

Even as concerns rise about technology distractions for drivers, automakers are rapidly bringing PC features to the dashboard.

 

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