Auto Preview 2008
Ford’s Better Idea: A Car that Listens
March 31, 2008
The 2008 Ford Focus is the first car on the market with a factory-installed, Microsoft-developed, voice-activated system that can read text messages off Blackberries and similar devices as the car travels — with both of the driver’s hands on the steering wheel.
It’s also the first car with a factory system that lets drivers inquire verbally ‘‘what’s playing’’ on the stereo and get a clear, verbal announcement that it’s singer Alicia Keys or the Rolling Stones.
The new Sync system, as it’s called, is the most attention-getting new feature of the redesigned Focus for 2008. » Full Story
By ANN M. JOB
For The Associated Press
There I was, driving down the road and talking to the car. For The Associated Press
The 2008 Ford Focus is the first car on the market with a factory-installed, Microsoft-developed, voice-activated system that can read text messages off Blackberries and similar devices as the car travels — with both of the driver’s hands on the steering wheel.
It’s also the first car with a factory system that lets drivers inquire verbally ‘‘what’s playing’’ on the stereo and get a clear, verbal announcement that it’s singer Alicia Keys or the Rolling Stones.
The new Sync system, as it’s called, is the most attention-getting new feature of the redesigned Focus for 2008. » Full Story
Ford Taurus Returns With More Power and Safety Features
March 31, 2008
By ANN M. JOB
For The Associated Press
Once America’s top-selling car, the Ford Taurus is back in a big way.
America’s Best Selling Pickups Add More Choices fo 2008
March 31, 2008
Ford F-Series, America’s best-selling full-size pickup for 30 years, is the culmination of nearly 60 years of Built Ford Tough reliability, power and presence.
» Full StoryMercury Sable Returns With More Power, Style and Sophistication
March 31, 2008
The new 2008 Mercury Sable offers customers a sophisticated new look inside and out, a significantly quieter cabin, a more luxurious ride and a more powerful 3.5-liter V-6 engine.
» Full StoryMercury Offers Lower-Priced SUV?Hybrid
March 31, 2008
By Ann M. Job
For The Associated Press
Mercury’s fuel-sipping gasoline-electric hybrid, the Mariner sport utility vehicle, doesn’t get the publicity that other hybrids do.
Thrills Galore From New-Yet-Retro Mustang Bullitt
March 31, 2008
By Ann M.
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