Showing posts with label Texting and Driving. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Texting and Driving. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Siri Eyes Free Integration Expands Among Chevy Vehicles

Siri Eyes Free Integration Expands Among Chevy Vehicles

HINGHAM, Mass.-With an announcement earlier this week, Chevrolet revealed that their new MyLink infotainment system integration will make staying connected even easier for drivers, while also staying safe behind the wheel. Siri Eyes Free Integration is expanding among Chevy vehicles to six new 2014 models, including the 2014 Camaro, Cruze, Equinox, Malibu, SS, and Volt!

The smaller Chevrolet Sonic and Spark were the first two cars to integrate the Siri Eyes Free technology. After receiving an overwhelmingly positive response from Sonic and Spark drivers, the automaker decided to expand Siri Eyes Free Integration among Chevy Vehicles! While most smartphone users have interacted with Siri, and many drivers are now familiar with vehicle infotainment systems, the new Siri Eyes Free mode blends the capabilities of both technologies to enhance the in-car experience.

Chevrolet's Siri Eyes Free Integration works in a similar manner to how iPhone users interact with Siri outside of the vehicle. Those with compatible iPhones can instruct Siri to complete various tasks through the MyLink infotainment system simply by using their voice. To ensure distractions are at a minimum and drivers don't have to glance at their phone each time it lights up, the Siri Eyes Free mode actually prevents the phone's screen from lighting up.

To enable Siri Eyes Free mode in your compatible 2014 Chevrolet vehicle, make sure your iPhone is paired with the MyLink system via Bluetooth, and then you can use the voice activation button on the steering wheel to have Siri make voice-activated, hands-free calls; play songs and control music sources from iTunes/AM/FM/XM; listen to, compose, and send text messages; and access calendars to add appointments.

Siri Eyes Free Integration is expanding among 2014 Chevy vehicles including the Camaro, Cruze, Equinox, Malibu, SS, and Volt. Explore the new technology for yourself by visiting Best Chevrolet. We can show you how Chevrolet keeps you connected out on the road.

Proud to be one of the area's leading automotive dealers, here at Best Chevrolet customer service is our highest priority! It is our goal to make the car buying process and vehicle service experience as simple and enjoyable as possible! We are located at 128 Derby Street, Hingham, MA 02043. Feel free to give us a call with any questions that you may have at (781) 749-1950 or visit our website: www.bestchevyusa.com.

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Thursday, October 10, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Malibu Offers Hands-Free Texting

2014 Chevrolet Malibu Offers Hands-Free Texting

HINGHAM, Mass.- The midsize vehicle segment is one of the most competitive in the industry. Efficiency and connectivity are top priorities for drivers of midsize sedans, and Chevrolet's 2014 Malibu is introducing a new technology that appeals to both those needs! Now, the new 2014 Chevrolet Malibu offers hands-free texting to keep drivers connected, yet safe, while out on the road!

As vehicle infotainment systems like Chevy MyLink become more popular, familiarity with voice-controlled connectivity has increased as well. Many drivers are now comfortable with voice-controlled features and with the new text-to-voice feature for smartphones, and Siri for iPhone users, the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu offers hands-free texting, improving both connectivity and convenience. The Malibu's text-to-voice feature allows drivers to hear their incoming text messages ‘read’ over the vehicle’s audio system. Then they can use the Chevy MyLink system to select a preset message and reply hands-free. Preset messages can be created and saved while the vehicle is in park, and can then be used as responses while the vehicle is in motion.

With the introduction of smartphones, distracted driving has become an even bigger hazard. But for Chevrolet, driver safety is always a top priority so the introduction of hands-free texting in the new Malibu is a step in the right direction towards keeping drivers save. This new technology encourages drivers to refrain from using handheld devices while driving. Instead, they can keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road by using preset messages to respond while driving.

Come visit us to check out the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu and learn how the new hands-free texting feature works! Proud to be one of the area's leading automotive dealers, here at Best Chevrolet customer service is our highest priority! It is our goal to make the car buying process and vehicle service experience as simple and enjoyable as possible! We are located at 128 Derby Street, Hingham, MA 02043. Feel free to give us a call with any questions that you may have at (781) 749-1950 or visit our website: www.bestchevyusa.com.

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