Automotive
April 19, 2019
Voice technology is featured in many luxury vehicles. Image credit: Mercedes
By Sarah Ramirez
As luxury automakers continue investing in vehicle technology, companies risk alienating a significant number of affluents who believe these innovations detract from the driving experience.
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