Ford Cars to Read Text Messages Aloud

Company frees drivers' hands for safety
Posted Jul 7, 2010 3:50 PM CDT
Ford Cars to Read Text Messages Aloud
This March 26, 2010 photo released by Ford Motor Co., shows the 2011 Ford Mustang in Los Angeles.   (AP Photo/Ford Motor Co.,Sam VarnHagen)

The next generation of Ford cars will be able to read your text messages aloud. The update to Ford's SYNC technology—which will be available on 2011 models—is pitched as a safety improvement so drivers can keep their hands on the wheel. The new version of SYNC (for Blackberry owners only, at first) will also include a feature that allows drivers to block incoming texts and calls with a Do Not Disturb button, Mashable reports.
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