Voice control systems in the motor vehicle are examined in this paper from the perspective of their current functional and technological capabilities. An overview of automatic voice recognition technologies is first presented to highlight technology characteristics which are pertinent to motor vehicle applications. Examples of voice control systems in motor vehicles are then detailed with a focus on today's capabilities. Finally, the concept of a multifunctional, integrated voice control unit for the motor vehicle is previewed as an indication of things to come in motor vehicle voice control.
