Ford has announced two new app partners for Ford AppLink in China at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona: Xiami Music and Kaola FM.

Ford AppLink is a smart technology that enables users to access and control apps on their smartphones via voice controls, as well as the vehicle’s audio systems, steering-wheel controls, multifunctional display and centre console.

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“Owners can access their favourite smartphone apps through voice control while driving,” said Don Butler, executive director, connected vehicle and services, Ford Motor.

“Bringing the apps to Ford AppLink enables drivers to enjoy music, news and talk shows while keeping their hands on the wheel, eyes on the roads.”

Kaola FM allows drivers to choose from nine channels, including music, news and talk shows.

The Alibaba Group’s music service application Xiami Music has tens of millions of monthly active users and drivers will now be able to listen to local music, top hits and select playlists from the driver’s history and favourites.

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“Kaola FM is always committed to building a safe, mobile audio entertainment platform for our users by freeing drivers’ eyes and hands when listening to their favourite, personalised content,” said Yu Qingmu, CEO, Kaola FM.

“Cooperating with Ford AppLink opens a new model of partnership for us in terms of allowing car owners to enjoy audio content while driving.”

“We hope our users can access their favourite music anytime, anywhere,” said Li Zhenhua, vice-general manager, integrated channels, digital entertainment business, Alibaba Group.

“Through the Ford AppLink technology, drivers can enjoy personalised music services while keeping drivers safe.”

To date, Ford has brought 13 apps to the AppLink platform equipped in the new Ford Focus, Fiesta, Focus St, Fiesta ST, Kuga and EcoSport for Chinese consumers.