Apple is one of the biggest names in innovative technology – offering everything from computers to music players, phones and tablets – and the industry leader recently announced it would be bringing its technology to the automotive world. The Apple keynote at the Worldwide Developer's Conference included the introduction of Siri to your car.

Scott Forstall, Apple's senior vice president of iOS Software, introduced the new Eyes Free feature that will be added to many new cars. A number of brands are already on board to incorporate the technology into their vehicles, including BMW, General Motors, Audi, Toyota, Chrysler, Honda and more. This does not mean cars will have the voice-activated service built in, but there will be a button installed on the steering wheel that enables Siri in an iPod, iPhone or iPad that has the technology.

AutoBlog points out Ford is not one of the automakers in line to integrate its Sync infotainment systems with Apple, likely because the software it uses is Microsoft-based.

Siri allows users to do a variety of things simply by stating them aloud, from checking the weather, to sending a text message or searching for a business. The integration of Apple's Siri program into commercial vehicles may reduce the risk of distracted driving, as apart from pushing one button, drivers don't need to take their eyes off the road or move their hands from the steering wheel.

While talking to passengers and infotainment systems are considered a form of distracted driving, it's pretty clear in-car technology is here to stay. So finding ways to improve safety such as including an easy-access Siri button is a viable option for the future of driving.

The news source indicates automakers will begin rolling out cars equipped with Siri over the next year. Drivers looking to purchase used cars in New Jersey may not be able to find Siri technology in older models, but many used vehicles have modern safety and infotainment technology.