Kia Adding Google Maps Integration to Next-Gen UVO Infotainment System

Kia has announced that the second generation of its UVO infotainment system will get Google Maps and search functionality, and the new UVO setup will debut on the 2014 Sorento. The new UVO setup will enable Kia customers to get directions and location info using Google Maps on their phone and send destination info to their car, as well as use Google Places to search locally. Currently, only Audi's MMI interface can boast Google Maps (actually, Google Earth) and Google Local Search integration.  Instrumented Test: 2012 Kia Soul Eco 1.6 Instrumented Test: 2013 Kia Rio5 SX Manual Long-Term Test: 2012 Kia Sportage SX AWD Kia's free eServices app is required, and it is compatible with iPhone at launch, though Android devices will be able to play nice with UVO's eServices (which include vehicle diagnostics, parking minder, and the aforementioned Google POI search functionality) by mid-2013. After making its debut on the new Sorento, UVO is next headed for the 2014 Forte sedan. from Car and Driver Blog http://blog.caranddriver.com

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