smart Makes Appearance at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt

As one of the leading eco-friendly vehicle brands, smart was excited to showcase their latest offerings at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt. Particularly, they were pleased to demonstrate their new technology for all in attendance. smart’s new high-tech features include the smart Experienc-E App and new connectivity with Siri and Google Now. The brand is excited to launch into the future and provide drivers with the technology they need to travel smarter and commute faster. 

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The smart Experienc-E App: Experience Electric Mobility Interactively

Following the smart fortwo coupé and smart forfour (combined power consumption: 12.9/13.1 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 0 g/km) the smart fortwo cabrio with battery-electric drive (combined power consumption: 13.0 kWh/100 km; combined CO2emissions: 0 g/km) has now been launched. The range of smart electric drive models can be experienced interactively and playfully with the new smart experience‑e app. 3D model, component scanner and range simulator are the three main functions of the free app for iOS and Android:

• 3D model: three-dimensional views of the smart electric drive have touchpoints. If one of these points is selected on a smartphone or tablet PC, films, animations or explanations of the vehicle component or display in question open up.
• Component scanner: with the camera of a smartphone components and displays can be scanned directly in the smart electric drive, for example at a motor show or at a dealership. Once the objects have been visually scanned an explanation of the corresponding function follows.
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• Range simulator: the individual range of the smart electric drive can be calculated here. The simulation considers whether the car is traveling at a low speed through the city or on country roads with a higher average speed. Further parameters such as tire size, exterior temperature and activation/deactivation of air conditioning and pre-entry climate control are also included.

New in the Model Year: The Perfect Equipment Line and Voice-Operated Control with Siri and Google Now

The smart fortwo, smart fortwo cabrio and smart forfour will start the new model year this autumn with numerous upgrades. The cars on display at the International Motor Show feature this extensive update.

The perfect equipment line is a new line with a sporty and elegant look in the colors black and brown. Highlights include seats in leather look and fabric in black/brown with brown topstitching and air vents in grey. The new 15‑inch alloy wheels painted in black and with a high-sheen finish make a dynamic statement. The perfect equipment line replaces the proxy equipment line.

Introduced with the smart electric drive, Active Brake Assist will be available as an option in numerous countries from model year 2017, also in conjunction with 52 and 66 kW combustion engines. Active Brake Assist works with radar and from a speed of 30 km/h it emits a warning sound to alert the driver’s attention to the risk of a collision detected with a vehicle driving ahead. Should the driver neither brake nor take evasive action despite the warning signal, the car autonomously initiates slight braking. If the driver reacts by braking, additional braking assistance is provided in this dangerous situation. Active Brake Assist can therefore help to prevent accidents with vehicles ahead or to reduce the severity of any accident.

The smart Audio-System (in combination with the lines) and the smart Media-System now includes voice-operated smartphone control with Siri (operating system iOS 6 and higher and Google Now (operating system Android 4.1 and higher). The new voice-operated smartphone control can be activated by pressing and holding the push-to-talk button on the multifunction steering wheel.

A further new feature is the improved USB charging socket for the smart Media-System in the center console. This enables a smartphone to be charged even more quickly.

In addition, the Android Auto App can be used with compatible smartphones with a USB connection. Android Auto enables smartphone content to be mirrored on the screen and operated via the touchscreen. The display elements of the navigation function have been modified.

In conjunction with the Cool & media package the smart electric drive models additionally get the Charge Spot Finder. This new function enables electricity charging stations nearby or in a certain city to be found with the navigation system.

Exterior paintwork is now available in the new color “autumn brown“. Furthermore, an  automatically dipping rear mirror is available as a new optional extra.

Test drive a high-tech smart car today at Baker Motor Company in West Ashley.