A sport-utility vehicle (SUV) packed with in-vehicle infotainment technology is for a many a dream. During my vacation, I get to have a comfortable ride with Toyota Fortuner that sports a modern stylish exterior design. The seating comfort is similar to that of a car. The ride over-all experience is great both off and on the road.

In one instance, the driver got an incoming call on a mobile phone, and everyone knows that safety regulations prohibit using of a mobile phone while driving. Even if you got your car covered with the full insurance service through cheap auto insurance rates and quotes; it would help only a little, if an accident occurs. Safety comes first for all and by pressing a button on the car console the call was transferred to hands-free mode through some bluetooth technology.

Newer cars have embedded operating system that serves as a platform for communication, entertainment, navigation and other connected services. I believe that embedded automotive technology has definitely brought drivers with a wide range of devices, services and technology. The list of features could include hands-free communication, mobile device integration, rich graphical content capabilities, high-fidelity digital entertainment and more.

Added bonus on installing these anti-theft, auto safety embedded operating system technology, and other safety devices on vehicles are discounts from auto insurance premiums. I think, it’s about time to upgrade standard car radio unit with a newer console that offers more features that cover both safety and entertainment.