And for those who also opt for the Voice-Activated Navigation System, AppLink will integrate app access and control through the system's 8-inch touch screen.

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Fog lamps, halogen headlights with projector technology, rear park assist, AWD, cruise control, XM radio, traction control, daytime running lamps and a navigation system all come standard.

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Honeywell executives, who haven't previously discussed the project publicly, say the system uses onboard computers and navigation devices to automatically control aircraft movements on the ground.

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The cars have no human driver and no remote control system - everything from sensors to navigation is handled by an onboard computer.

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Nor does she understand all of the gizmos in her vehicle including the GPS. She still believes there is someone named Victoria who is overseeing all of her travels and directly talking to her navigation system from some far-away control room.

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The multimedia system COMAND Online with internet access, navigation and LINGUATRONIC voice control is also available as an optional extra.

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S-class is an example, with an onboard navigation system to map your route, radar to watch the road ahead and automatic cruise control.

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The entire BRABUS multimedia system is controlled from the passenger seat or the rear compartment by two iPads that also control the car's standard COMAND system with all functions such as radio, navigation system and telephone.

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