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February 24, 2017

Test-driving a new car? Take the tech for a spin

  • Consumers' complaints about phone connectivity, navigation and infotainment systems have lowered vehicle dependability scores.
    • By DEE-ANN DURBIN
    AP Auto Writer

    DETROIT — Car shopping isn't just about kicking the tires anymore. It's also about testing the technology.

    The rapidly evolving in-car infotainment and navigation systems can be bewildering for all but the most tech-savvy car buyers. The average vehicle on U.S. roads is 11 years old; that means many people last went car shopping before iPhones were invented.


     
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