News, reviews and articles about cars and car accessories.
REVIEW – About a year ago, I reviewed a portable mini blower/vac and really loved it. But as things generally happen around my house, things get borrowed, not put back, left where electronics should not be left, and are found quite some time later to discover they no longer work. I’m not pointing fingers, but […]
HRYCF portable mini car vacuum review – What’s in a name? Read More
REVIEW – After moving to the desert, I have been doing a lot of traveling to visit friends and family. I’m fortunate enough to have a remote job, where all I need is an internet connection to be able to do my work. That sounds like unlimited freedom…until I’m in a spot with weak coverage
HiBoost Travel 3.0 ExplorerX Cellular Signal Booster review – Stay connected! Read More
NEWS – Upgrade your vehicle safety with the Auto-Vox Solar Wireless Backup Camera, which is now on sale for Prime Day at just $103.99, down from $129.99. This deal runs from October 5 through October 10, 2025, so grab it while it lasts. This backup camera system is super easy to install with no wiring or
Grab the Auto-Vox Solar Wireless Backup Camera at a Prime Day discount Read More
REVIEW – Planes have “black boxes” and cockpit voice recorders that help determine when stuff goes sideways. Shouldn’t you have something like that in your car? You can with the ROVE R2-4K Dual Pro Dash Cam! ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $349.99, Hardwire kit $39.99 Where to buy: Rove (the hardwire kit is here.) and Amazon
Rove R2-4K Dual Pro Dash Cam review – Your vehicle’s “black box” Read More
REVIEW – I’ve been toying with the idea of putting a dash camera in my car for a while now. Honestly, I wasn’t looking forward to running cables, or taking up a 12-volt socket, or splicing into the fuse box. I saw a few online articles on how easy the FITCAMX dash cams are to
FITCAMX Dash Cam review – OEM Look Read More
REVIEW – My 2025 Toyota Tundra Cremax comes with a large 14-inch display that can be used for Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. I use the Apple ecosystem, so I use CarPlay. CarPlay offers nice features, but it cannot play movies or videos from companies like Netflix, YouTube, or Amazon Prime. This is not usually
CARLUEX PRO+2.0 Multimedia AI Box review – CarPlay the easy way Read More
NEWS – Labor Day sales are in full swing, and Minix has rolled out some big discounts at Best Buy from August 25th through September 1st. Whether you want a new Mini PC for work, a portable monitor for travel, or an easy way to add CarPlay to your car, these deals are worth checking
Minix Best Buy Labor Day Deals – Save on Mini PCs, Portable Displays, and CarPlay Gadgets Read More
NEWS – Are you tired of dead car batteries and surprise roadside emergencies? Today’s your lucky day! Amazon is running BIG discounts on three different LOKITHOR jump starters and battery helpers. Whether you drive a sedan, truck, SUV, motorcycle, or boat, there’s a model that fits your needs and your budget. LOKITHOR J400 Jump Starter
Big savings on 3 LOKITHOR jump starters for your car! Read More
REVIEW – Dash cams are a dime a dozen. There are hundreds of them out there for your consideration. Most do an adequate job, so how does a dash cam make itself stand out among the crowd? 70mai (pronounced like 70-my) just introduced its new flagship T800 dash cam. So what? What makes it different?
70mai Dash Cam 4K T800 review – Three (cameras) for the money and double 4K to go Read More
REVIEW – I recently saw a video where some unscrupulous folks cut off a driver, threw their vehicle in reverse, and rammed another car (watch the video here). It was a blatant attempt at insurance fraud, and I have no doubt the victim was very thankful to have a dash cam like VIOFO’s A329S on
VIOFO A329S 3-Channel 4K dash cam review – You’ve seen the news; you need a dash cam. Read More
REVIEW – Having what seems like a fleet of bicycles and a myriad of fun things that all require inflation like float tubes, paddle boards, and kayaks means a lot of work to keep things topped off. I have several air pumps and while it’s not bad exercise, it’s not my favorite thing to do.
STRAUTO rechargeable universal inflator review – Feature set is definitely not inflated Read More
NEWS – The Arm Rocker Sun Blocker is a window shade accessory for anyone who spends long hours behind the wheel of a big vehicle, especially truck drivers. Every year, millions of people are diagnosed with skin cancer, and a high percentage of those cases are folks who drive for a living. The left side
Here’s a gadget that can help prevent skin cancer for truckers Read More
REVIEW – In the last few months I’ve seen several police officers and insurance brokers talk about the importance of getting a dash camera for cars, so I’ve been on the lookout for a good camera I can put in the car my kids have been driving around. I have an older Pontiac Vibe that
DDPAI Z60 3 channel dash cam review – Comprehensive camera connectivity Read More
REVIEW—For many years, I have been fortunate enough to lease new vehicles and not revisit the years when I frequently had to jump-start vehicles. However, I seem to have the strange habit of encountering folks either at their homes, in parking lots, or along the roads who desperately need a jump start. While I do
BoostHero Portable Car Battery Jump Starter review Read More
REVIEW – Over the years, I’ve tested and installed several dashcams in my vehicles, including the Acumen XR10, Thinkware F200, Botslab G980H, and, most recently, the Road Angel Halo Pro. They’ve all had their strengths, but now that I’ve tried the Wolfbox G900 TriPro 4K Mirror Dashcam, I’m never looking back (see what I did
Wolfbox G900 TriPro 3-Channel Mirror Dashcam review – This next gen dashcam sees all! Read More
REVIEW – I have been stranded one too many times in my younger years with a flat tire. Ever since my first flat, I have always tried to be more prepared in case the situation arises again. I do have AAA to help me out, but they often make you wait an hour or more
WooWind Ventus Pro smart air pump review Read More
DEAL NEWS – If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to grab a feature-packed dash cam for your car, this is it! The LAMTTO 4K Dual Camera Dash Cam is now on sale through Amazon for just $69.99 (regularly $159.99). That’s a whopping 56% off when you use the exclusive code NFLHN74J plus the
Deal news – Save over 50% on this 4K dual camera dash cam! Read More
NEWS – Looking for an easy way to upgrade your vehicle’s safety and convenience? The AUTO-VOX 7.2″ DVR Portable Solar Wireless Backup Camera is now available at a discounted price of $109.19, down from $159.99. With a $30 coupon and an additional 13% off using the code ANUEGV9P (valid through May 31, 2025), this deal
Drive safer and smarter – Save BIG on the AUTO-VOX Solar Wireless Backup Camera! Read More
REVIEW – Now that I have a couple of motorcycles and a few bikes, my family and I can drive to places further away from home and enjoy the outdoors with our vehicles. Since this has become a passion of ours, I purchased a trailer. one of my concerns is how the heavy load that
GUTA Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Model GT20) review Read More
REVIEW – I remember the days when all I had were used cars that would often break down at the most inconvenient times. On many occasions, it was because of a less than optimal battery losing its charge while parked somewhere. I can remember waiting at the side of the road with jumper cables, hoping
AUXITO Portable Auto Jump Starter with Dual-Panel LED review Read More