Mercedes-Benz is working closely with Apple in developing to ensure perfect linking of iPhones (and other electronic assistants) to the infotainment system of new vehicles.
First-up, in another world-first for ‘Benz is the all-new A-Class which will allow users to access all key content of their Apple iPhone through the in-vehicle display and manage operation via the centre armrest Controller. For that convenience and safety, you can thank the in-house developed ‘Digital DriveStyle App’ and ‘Drive Kit Plus For Apple iPhone’.
In another world first, the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class will also enable access to the voice-based Siri companion.
Mercedes says the new technology gives the ‘Facebook Generation’ a home on four wheels.
Taking a firm grasp of the mobile on-line future, Mercedes-Benz has established App Development Groups in Palo Alto, California (U.S.A.) and Bangalore (India).
‘Benz says it plans to introduce around 12 new applications each year.
