The third generation Sync comes with audio-based traffic updates, voice guide turn per turn navigation, and customizable news feeds that do not need the display screen.

These developments were unveiled by Microsoft when they showcased the new Sync during the International Consumer Electronics Show.

The voice prompting and instruction allows the drivers to concentrate their attention on the road and avoid eyes looking at the screen or hands leaving the steering wheel to press controls for navigation guides.

The enhanced product is called Sync with Traffic, Directions, and Information. This will be available come spring bundled with the 2010 Fusion and Mustang cars. By 2011, Ford officials disclose that they will make it a standard issue for all Mercury, Lincoln, and Ford vehicles.

Car owners will be able to try the service for free in the first 3 years and will have to pay about $8 per month after the trial period. Sync is still a free service enjoyed by Lincoln car owners. It comes optional for some Ford brands.

Traffic reports can be configured via internet so the system will retrieve the update via text. The text message can be read by the system if the occupant is driving the vehicle.

The new gen Sync also allows the driver to pick a destination and the voice of the system will guide the owner turn by turn. The driver can also make a hands free call through the system.

The Sync will also have news, sports, and weather updates which can be set up by the owner.