MYKEY TECHNOLOGY Ford Is Helping To Curb Teen Crashes
Reported by: Martin Hicks
Videographer: Eyewitness News
Web Producer: Jessica Reed
October 7, 2008 10:36am
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Ford recently announced a new feature in an effort to curb teen car crashes.
The 2010 car models will have what's called "Mykey".
The key lets parents program the maximum speed the car can reach.
It also features a beeping system-if the seatbelt is not fastened.
The most popular part about the new tool is that it can limit the volume of the car's audio system.
Out of the teens surveyed, 76% say they do not like the new technology.
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