Car manufacturers are constantly upping the technology ante with new features that make cars from prior decades look like antiquated relics. Whether you're talking about panoramic cameras, better airbag technology, blind-spot alerts or cars that parallel park themselves, today's cars offer amazing technology that makes driving easier and safer than ever before.
Here is a quick snapshot of some must-have technology features we saw at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show that are big on function and cool on form.
Panorama isn’t a term reserved for big moon roofs anymore. The unveiling of the much sportier third-generation 2011 Toyota Sienna provides a glimpse of the all-new panorama rear camera. The monitor provides two views behind the vehicle with one including a 180-degree view and the other on-screen back-up support to help the driver reverse out of tricky parking spots or driveways. Backing up has never been easier—or safer. This Sienna will also offer second-row Lounge Seating (think Lazyboy recliner on wheels) and be available in February 2010.