June 13, 2009 12:33 AM PDT

122: Why Mercedes' S550 annoys us with tech!

by Brian Cooley
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Did Saab just become a high tech supercar? BMW rewrites the rules for voice command, thankfully. Airbags in places you wouldn't believe. And a ride in a big, comfy, annoying Mercedes!


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by tipoo_ June 13, 2009 9:33 AM PDT
Huh, and those silver people jump out in front right before an impact, right?
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by PeeEmm09 June 15, 2009 9:00 AM PDT
if you are gonna say in big letters in bold about the mercedes 550 being annoying, make it easier for us to find the dam story.. like where the hell is it?

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