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NOVI, Mich., June 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- BMW, Hyundai and Toyota, whose connected vehicle (or telematics) programs are each provided by ATX Group, were recognized for excellence with best-in-class awards presented by Telematics Update at the publication's annual Telematics Awards Ceremony & Gala. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090303/ATXLOGO) BMW's ConnectedDrive program was a co-winner of the Global OEM Infotainment Solution Award.

DETROIT, April 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Interactive voice systems used for outbound text messaging reduced levels of driver distraction compared to manually texting on a smartphone according to a three-month study conducted by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI).