The idea of installing apps on automobile entertainment and navigation centers interested us but introduced the need to maintain yet another set of apps. What does make sense, however, is to develop software for these systems that can give you voice control of apps you already have and use on your smartphone. That’s what Ford SYNC AppLink aims to do.

When you are driving, you can’t expect each day to be always smooth. There will always come a time that you’d be experiencing some car problems such as a simple windshield wiper problem or perhaps an A/C system breakdown. These examples would need repair and replacement either DIY or at the nearest auto repair shop. However, there are some problems that can be diagnosed and resolved in an instant and without even using any car repair tools at that. Would you believe that even your iPhone and iPad can now be used for vehicle diagnostics? True, the GL1 – Vehicle Diagnostics for iPhone/iPad makes this possible!

Mimics Dash allows you to operate an iPhone via a touch screen monitor installed in your vehicle. After installing Mimics Dash, simply plug your iPhone in each time you enter your vehicle and enjoy the convenience of all of your iPhone’s apps, music, phone, and navigation features on a safe, easy-to-use touch screen monitor. By bridging the gap between your iPhone and your car, Mimics becomes the ultimate in-car entertainment system.

A lot of speakers can sound loud. But very few speaker systems can handle an enormous amount of power and reproduce that sound with extreme clarity like the new and improved Type-R speakers. You get all the power handling without sacrificing clarity. Type-R speakers deliver solid performance, superior linearity, efficiency, and great bass response. Upgrade to Type-R speakers and hear the perfect balance of power and control.

The digital music service can now be accessed through four of Sony's latest connected car stereos.

Back in February, General Motors debuted its MyLink smartphone integration for the Chevy Volt and Equinox, letting drivers control their iOS, Android, and BlackBerry smartphone apps via voice or touchscreen.