Google Android Interface For the Chevy Volt 132
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jerryjamesstone writes "Earlier this month, General Motors hinted at a partnership with a major tech company to fully overhaul its telematics system, OnStar. While OnStar CEO Chris Preuss was tight-lipped about who that partner was, Motor Trend recently reported that it's Google. If the rumor's true, GM will make the Chevy Volt the first Android-based vehicle to hit the road. The Motor Trend article suggests 'Google would sell its Android operating system for in-car use,' while the Wall Street Journal has a slightly different take: 'The pairing would likely involve a way for users of Android-based smartphones to use OnStar features from their phone while not in their car. ... For instance, a person could find out information about their vehicle's maintenance needs through the Android phone. In the case of the Volt, GM's coming electric car, an owner may be able to keep track of the car's battery charge without being in the car.'"
Beta (Score:3, Funny)
That's exactly what I want, beta software on my car while I'm driving at 100mph! I will make sure to submit bug reports!
Re:I want the Windows Vista page (Score:1, Funny)
Re:Beta (Score:4, Funny)
Hmm i wonder what the "I'm feeling lucky" button would do
Hello GM, this is Toyota calling... (Score:4, Funny)
Re:I want the Windows Vista page (Score:1, Funny)
it's google so i'd imagine more something along the lines of:
dodge incoming semi
Official Dodge Site - New Autos, Trucks, Minivans, SUVs, Cars, Wagons
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More results from dodge.com
Dodge - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Dodge Semi Trucks Picture Gallery
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Did you want to dodge the oncoming semi?
let me make a car analogy... (Score:3, Funny)
Re:Beta (Score:3, Funny)
Steps to reproduce:
1 - accelerate to 120mp/h
2 - turn hard left while applying hand brake
3 - check email
Expected result: list of new emails should be displayed
Actual results: big warning sign covers emails list
Reproducible: sometimes
Re:Beta (Score:3, Funny)
So which would you rather have... Google Car Beta, or Microsoft Car 1.0?
Re:let me make a car analogy... (Score:3, Funny)
Blackberry - goes to 90mph, drives comfortably, reliably, and 45% of the nation drives one, but no one talks about theirs. However, it looks like a 1986 Taurus.
Re:Best use-case? (Score:3, Funny)
My car has a "Check Engine" light. It came on, so I looked and the engine was still there.
It's just a scam to get you into the dealer. I know I'll have no problems on that three-hundred mile trip I have planned for next weekend...