Hey Alexa, did you know I can use you in my car now? That’s right: If you’re a fan of the female-voiced artificial intelligence from Amazon, it’s no longer just for helping you out around the house — ...

Amazon's family of Alexa-connected devices is ready for a road trip. The online retailer and technology company announced Thursday its Echo Auto, which brings Alexa and its voice controls to the car.

While we might still be a ways away from truly smart cars — at least, ones available to those on a budget — there is a gizmo out there that can make our vehicles just a tad more intelligent right now.

I love the idea of a voice assistant in my car: Hands-free calling, music requests, directions -- it seems like everything would become easier and safer. Can you imagine Alexa or Siri or Google ...

Kyle Hyatt (he/him/his) hails originally from the Pacific Northwest, but has long called Los Angeles home. He's had a lifelong obsession with cars and motorcycles (both old and new). Amazon wants to ...

Alexa, find me the best deals on Amazon Echo products: The Echo Show 8, Echo Show 5, and Echo Auto are all on sale on Amazon for a limited time. The Amazon Echo Show 8 is our top smart display pick, ...

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Bottom line: Amazon's press photos show the Echo Auto positioned on the dashboard and mounted on a holster attached to an air vent. Its design is kind of chunky (it reminds me of a portable battery ...