Compared to when Bluetooth in cars was first introduced, it's easier than ever to connect your smartphone to your vehicle and maintain control over it. If you're using an iPhone and have a car with a ...

There are times when it can seem like your iPhone has a mind of its own, and nowhere is this more routinely apparent for many folks than when jumping in the car and connecting to Bluetooth or CarPlay.

On iPhone: Settings > Bluetooth, tap the “i” next to your car, choose Forget This Device. Then re-pair: Put your car’s system in pairing mode; select it from iPhone Bluetooth list and follow prompts.

You might be using Bluetooth technology more than you think. Here's how it works and why you need it.