Driver Text Message Dictation

According to a Virginia Tech study texting drivers have a 23 times greater risk of a crash or near-crash than those who are not texting. To address this safety issue ATX Group plans to introduce hands-free text messaging by voice. The system will allow dictation of customized messages with minimal driver distraction and will read text messages aloud to drivers.

[Source: Computerworld and Automotive News via Cnet's cartech blog]