Cell phone safety
With each passing day, more and more locales are outlawing cell phone use on the road, trying to eliminate the hazard caused by distracted drivers holding a cell phone in one hand and driving with the other. But cell phones have become an integral part of modern life, particularly in the world of business. How do you stay in touch and drive safely?

This Parrot kit works with a plug-in adapter so you can make and receive hands-free cell phone calls through your factory radio.

If you own a Bluetooth® enabled cell phone, you can install a hands-free cell phone kit that plugs into the factory stereo in many vehicles with the help of a handy vehicle-specific wiring harness. This combo ties your cell phone into your factory stereo, muting the stereo when you receive a phone call. You hear the conversation over your car speakers, and your side of the conversation is picked up by a small microphone that's included with the cell phone kit. Once you get in your car, the phone and kit sync up automatically, ready to accept or send calls. Your phone stays in your purse or coat pocket, and your eyes stay on the road.

More options on the way
In short, life with a factory stereo can be good. As car stereo manufacturers continue to adjust to the changing market, you'll find more and more products available that'll add functionality and performance to your factory system. Stuck with a factory stereo and haven't found what you want in this article? We have two words for you — stay tuned.