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Remote car starters have revolutionized many people’s driving experience. Save yourself from the weather, from the “Where did I park?” game, and from unwanted wear on your vehicle today.

There’s only one thing worse than getting into a car that has been freezing out in the winter cold- getting into a car that’s been baking in the August heat. No matter what time of year it is, cars never seem to be the right temperature when you get in. What if there was a way to save your frozen fingers from an icy steering wheel or your thighs from molten upholstery?

Now there is. With a remote car starter, there’s no need to dread getting behind the wheel. A remote starter allows you to start the car from the convenience of your own home. Just set the temperature in your vehicle ahead of time, and the car starter does the rest. Continue reading ‘Don't Be Remote From Remote Car Starters’ »

The new technology in cars is amazing. Everyone knows that every couple of years, the features of cars goes though a radical change. It’s not just that the car isn’t your father’s automobile – it is that it’s not your automobile of five years ago. Sometimes the car upgrades enhance the driving experience. Other times, they ensure your safety. Here is some of the new technology in cars that you can look forward to in 2010.

One of the most ubiquitous new technologies are navigation systems. GPS devices guide drivers with voice and visual directions. The driver just has to enter the destination and he or she will be guided right there.

Fuel economy is a concern with higher gas prices. In fact, many drivers switch off the air conditioning when the weather cools down in the fall. But new car models take care of switching off the A/C and other non-essential systems automatically.

While airbags have been standard for some time, recent models have featured curtain airbags. These safety features reduce the likelihood that passengers in either the front or back seats will sustain head injuries. Continue reading ‘New Technology in Cars – Features For the Upcoming Year’ »

More and more people become car owners nowadays. And as a car owner, you might have already realized that the first thing you need to consider is safety. Car lighting system is definitely one of the most important aspects for safety. First, car headlights illuminate the road to help you drive safely at night, and they also make your car visible to others at night. These all ensure your safety. Since car headlights are important, so it is worthwhile to put in some time understanding the various parameters involved in choosing the right car lights.

If the headlights of your car do not produce enough light, then you can not see the road clearly. You might need to strain your eyes in the darkness and this can result in stressing the body as a whole. This will also cause you hit some obstacles. Even to the most experienced drivers, they might have difficulties in driving long distances at night because of not having bright headlights. Continue reading ‘The Importance of Choosing Lamps For Your Car’ »

The real joy of owning a muscle car is in driving it. Muscle car owners who want to get the most out of their cars often drive to distant car shows or other events, but without an overdrive transmission a long trip on the highway becomes tedious. If the car has a performance rear axle ratio it is even worse. I love the sound of a V8 at speed as much as any guy out there, but a steady 3600 RPM for three hours solid with loud exhaust gets tiring. Most of us have become accustomed to being able to hold a conversation and/or hear the radio on long drives, and we would like to be able to pass by at least a couple of gas stations without stopping to fill up! An overdrive transmission solves those problems, and provides many other benefits as well.

The Tremec TKO is an overdrive manual five speed that is ideal for retrofitting into the classic muscle cars of the sixties and seventies. With your choice of a 0.82:1, 0.68:1, or 0.64:1 overdrive ratio depending on the model, you can really bring those revs down to a manageable number. A lower engine RPM on the highway provides several advantages.

First of all, as already mentioned, is the noise level. If you have a 3.73 axle ratio with a 235/60-15 tire (26.1″ tall), 75 MPH equals 3600 RPM with a non-overdrive four speed. The TKO-600 with a 0.64:1 fifth gear (the most popular version) will bring that 3600 RPM down to a leisurely 2300 RPM at the same 75 MPH. The sound level at 2300 RPM is a whole lot easier on the ears after a couple or three hours than 3600 RPM would be! Continue reading ‘Tremec TKO Transmissions Part 3 – The Ideal Muscle Car Overdrive Transmission’ »

More and more people become car owners nowadays. And as a car owner, you might have already realized that the first thing you need to consider is safety. Car lighting system is definitely one of the most important aspects for safety. First, car headlights illuminate the road to help you drive safely at night, and they also make your car visible to others at night. These all ensure your safety. Since car headlights are important, so it is worthwhile to put in some time understanding the various parameters involved in choosing the right car lights.

If the headlights of your car do not produce enough light, then you can not see the road clearly. You might need to strain your eyes in the darkness and this can result in stressing the body as a whole. This will also cause you hit some obstacles. Even to the most experienced drivers, they might have difficulties in driving long distances at night because of not having bright headlights. Continue reading ‘The Importance of Choosing Lamps For Your Car’ »

Having to park into a tight space can often be a tedious task as you need to be especially careful otherwise you could end up hitting another car or an object. Making use of a car parking sensor is a great idea as these will alert you when you get too close. The following are just some of the additional benefits to making use of these devices for your vehicle as they are rather convenient.

Getting into an automobile accident is never a good thing as they can be really dangerous depending on the severity and where they occur. In addition to the hassle that you will have to deal with, your monthly insurance premium might go up as well. While these parking sensors are commonly found on luxury brand vehicles, aftermarket units can easily be purchased at great prices by shopping online. Continue reading ‘Benefits of the Car Parking Sensor For Your Vehicle’ »

The car alarm market has matured in the past 10 years because of the increased numbers of car theft and intrusion. Nowadays, you rarely find a car without an alarm system which reflects the need for car protection. Recent studies have shown that installing an alarm can prevent car theft and protect your investment.

Automobiles are considered to be a good target for many intruders because of the increased value and price. Cars are no longer used to get you to point “B”. The automotive industry has grown so fast to a point where they are becoming more advanced to accommodate the driver’s needs. A large number of cars are equipped with the latest technologies to give you the maximum pleasure and enjoyment. This can easily be noticed in the advanced car audio system most of today’s cars have. Powerful speaker system has been deployed to produce the cleanest and the highest sound quality possible. Some cars are equipped with a navigation system, Bluetooth capabilities and many more. All of these advancements have made car alarm an essential part of any car. Continue reading ‘Cheap Car Alarms – Do They Work?’ »

In case you haven’t heard, Xenon Hid Headlights are the new thing! HID stands for “High Intensity Discharge” and they lights got their name because of the intense white light produced via electrical discharges. HID lights are a newer lighting technology that is used mostly in automobiles to produce greater effectiveness as well as greater efficiency. Unlike halogen or incandescent bulbs, HID bulbs do not have filaments.

Instead they create light by bridging an art between two electrodes. This is similar to the energy transfer of lighting. When the arc is stimulated, the mixture of Xenon gases and metallic salts combine to produce a phenomenal bright white beam that is about three times brighter than conventional illuminations. These bulbs also last ten times longer. They are both beneficial and environmental friendly to have on your vehicle as well as in or outside your home. Continue reading ‘The Advantages of Xenon Headlights’ »

It happens all the time, you are approaching an intersection only to have the light turn yellow and while you think you have enough time to clear the way you find out that you misjudged by a mere fraction of a second. How do you know this? The tell tale flash of a red light camera lights up your rear view. At this point, you just know that there is a hefty ticket already on it’s way to your mailbox. Frustrating? Absolutely. These things can and do happen to the best of drivers every day. If there were a way to legally avoid these fines, wouldn’t that give you some peace of mind?

Fortunately there is something that can help. Red light camera detectors are available and their job is to beep or flash to alert you to the fact that the intersection you are approaching features a red light camera. This lets you know not to chance a yellow light under any circumstances. The result is that you avoid the tickets and fines associated with these cameras.

These detectors work by accessing a GPS database of known traffic monitoring cameras and comparing that to your exact location. The accuracy of these units are nothing short of amazing. If there are speed cameras or red light monitors in your area, you will know about them in advance. Since these devices use nothing more than a GPS lookup to keep you informed, they are legal in most every area. Continue reading ‘How to Avoid Red Light Camera Tickets’ »

If you want to save at the pump this is it and it keeps your fuel system clean. This is a fuel re-formulator. Get better gas mileage and pull or drive stronger than you ever have. This product will work on any gas or diesel equipment and the fuel will last longer when not in use so don’t worry about using other additives to keep fuel from going bad when in storage just be sure the product is in the whole system before you shut it down or winterize it. I have been a mechanic and a truck driver most of my life (over 30 yrs.) and I have tried many products and I have owned motorhomes, trucks, and trailers.

This is what I use: Duralube in my engine and mileage max in my fuel and that way I know I’m protected and I’m getting the best fuel economy possible. It only takes 1 oz to 10 gal.Every other fill up.So go to the website and read all about it. In my Ford Expedition I went from 12.5 to 17mpg in 4 tanks and the more you use it the better it gets up to a point and you will know what that point is when your increase stops and stays the same and your emissions are reduced to about 30% anyway in my case. The company that produces this product is a US Company out of Arizona so if your not satisfied with the product just send it back for a full refund. Continue reading ‘Save Money and Gas on All Your Gas and Diesel Engines’ »