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Mercedes-Benz has further enhanced the country of the C-Class not only by boosting the calibre of its Mercedes parts like Mercedes alternators but also by adding speech solutions that would wage drivers with a new level of comfort and country especially when using the car’s navigation, audio, and communication systems. DaimlerChrysler has previously presented its offerings for the new C-Class which includes in-vehicle navigation application and voice activated individual interface as an option for the new C-Class at the recently concluded 2007 Geneva Automobile Show.

The great thing with the new speech features of the Command APS is that it makes interaction with the car’s navigation, audio, and telecommunication systems much faster and easier. Using the Command APS, drivers might place calls by voice, control the audio systems, enter the destination for their navigation system—all accomplished through voice command and that’s not all, they might also listen to their text messages.

The new Command APS that will be equipped on the C-Class is powered by Nuance VoCon, a type of embedded speech recognition software that grants the driver to control in-car functions via voice commands. In addition the Nuance’s RealSpeak text-to-speech software is used to convert text to speech which enables the driver to listen to his/her incoming text messages or turn-by-turn directions.

Another special feature of the new Command APS is that drivers are given the freedom to formulate their speech commands in any way they want without requiring the need to use small set of precise commands or to stay by a multi-layer menu structure. The new Command APS is designed to understand different languages that include US and UK-English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Spanish. Drivers might simply choose a language on-the-fly.

Here are the features of the new Command APS powered by Nuance speech solutions:

The voice-activated destination entry grants drivers to simply state their destination address instead of the usual typing it on a touch-screen keypad. The voice interface will then read out all the information which includes street obloquy as well as traffic information. The US system has an additional feature which grants users to enter the street study first so in an estate like California which has over 200,000 street obloquy in its vocabulary such extra feature really comes handy.

The Command APS voice-activated, hands-free calling enables drivers to simply press the “Push to Talk” button located on the steering wheel and then state the study of the mortal you wish to call. The system will automatically connect with the obloquy in the mobile’s phonebook list without requiring any pre-enrollment of the names.

The audible text messages is the systems special feature that converts incoming text messages to audio and then reads them out aloud. The system is so sophisticated that it can even translate commonly used text messaging expressions such as “LOL” short for laugh out loud.

The new Command APS also feature voice activated music which grants drivers to command and control the audio as well as the video system of the vehicle. Selecting a broadcasting station is prefabricated simple through such system. The driver needs only to talk the number of the frequency or the study of the broadcasting station. Playing the CD is also prefabricated effortless, the individual or the driver needs only to state the tract that he/she wants to play and then it will be played.

Volvo Automobiles is currently heading towards a brand new styling philosophy to wipe away its boxy image. The evolution of design resulted to revelation of jaw-dropping revamped Volvo S40 sedan and the Volvo V50 auto which have been both refined to give apiece model a more distinctive look.

“When the automobiles were introduced nearly four years ago, we emphasized that they gave buyers the properties of the larger Volvo models but in a more compact format. Now we’re taking this approach one step further by increasing the ‘grown-up’ calibre perception even more,” stated Volvo Automobiles President and CEO Fredrik Arp.

Volvo also entertained a number of design cues to give the S40 closer semblance to the new S-range look as first shown on the Volvo S80. The V50 and the V70, on the other hand, are cues to look closer to new V-range. “When it comes to the exterior, we’re aiming for increased differentiation between the two models. The interior refinements have focused on liberating smart storage space,” stated Volvo Automobiles Design Director Steve Mattin.

The Swedish automakers product lines are far superior that they were years ago. This is because maker wanted to establish a remarkable design evolution that will set it apart from the assembly of the previous discount volvo parts. The all-new S40 comes with the new color-coordinated soft nose, a new grille with a larger Volvo mark, new headlamps, and a lower air intake.

“The new, lower and more horizontal appearance radiates smooth power. This impression is reinforced when the automobile is seen from the side. At the rear, it is the shape of the new cut lamps and the new bumper that further boost the dynamic appearance,” stated Steve Harper, who has been responsible for the design of the new Volvo S40 and the Volvo V50.

The all-new V50 is equipped with a sportier black egg-crate grille with a larger Volvo mark, new headlamps, and the three sculpted lower air intakes. These new features give the new color-coordinated soft-nose V50 front an increased aura of solidity. “Here, we’ve created visual vertical elements in order to further accentuate the new grille,” stated Harper.

“The criticism of the current models’ limited storage space served as high-octane fuel when the time came to sketch the new interior of the S40 and V50. We weren’t entirely satisfied until we felt we had exploited each single acquirable cubic centimeter in an efficient way,” explained Harper.

Under the hood, the Volvo automobiles feature sharper driveline range. The T5 engine produces an output of 171kW. Internationally there are also five other petrol engine versions acquirable – ranging from a 74kW 1.6-litre to 126kW 2.4i including the bio-ethanol Flexifuel variant.

The new S40 and V50 are given a long list of country features to go with the new design philosophy. Features include the optional Active Bi-Xenon headlamp, hazard warning lights, brake lights with the EBL (Emergency Brake Lights) function, and cutting-edge country airbags.

“The Volvo S40 and V50 not only statement for one-third of our total income volume in 2007; they also play a vital role in reinforcing the Volvo brand. The new models sharpen their competitiveness in each important area and I am convinced that together with the new C30, they will attract even more new and younger buyers,” noted Arp.