News, reviews and articles about cars and car accessories.
REVIEW – Just like any other safety function on your car, a dash cam is something you can install and forget about until you really need it, and the GEKO Orbit 530 is no exception. Let’s take a deep dive into this diminutive dash device. What is it? The GEKO Orbit 530 is an automobile …
REVIEW – I’ve been looking for backup camera solutions for my Suburban and for our Subaru Forrester for many months and had been looking for something that didn’t require yet another wiring project (even a minor one). I am hoping that the Auto-Vox Solar Wireless Digital Reversing System will be the perfect solution. What is …
REVIEW – I have a 2019 Ford Mustang that supports Apple’s CarPlay. It’s fabulous. Once I plug in my phone, I can navigate with Apple Maps, send texts, and answer calls without ever having to touch my phone. I also have a 2016 Toyota RAV4. While I love the car, it doesn’t support CarPlay, which …
REVIEW – Today everyone is very reliant on their technology for everyday tasks. A single smartphone now replaces multiple devices which increases our use but drains the battery. This is where the Fiora Ultimate Wireless Charger line is extremely useful. Available in both a car and desktop versions, Fiora has you charging both on the …
REVIEW – I saw this review offer and thought that it would be the perfect item for diagnosing a couple of the problems that I know my truck has. What is it? The Innova CarScan Pro 5610 is a feature-rich OBD2 vehicle diagnostic tool. What’s in the box? CarScan Pro 5610 ODBC connection Cable App …
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REVIEW – As dashcams become more popular and affordable, manufacturers are always looking for ways to stand out from the crowd. Device manufacturer Acumen took a novel approach to the problem by mating a dashcam with a rearview camera and using your car’s standard rearview mirror as a mount for the screen. Even though installation …
REVIEW – We’ve all heard tales of the minor fender-bender that somehow becomes a major lawsuit. Several years ago, I decided to install dashcams in my vehicles as unbiased observers to highway shenanigans. I was interested to see how Vantop’s H610 10-inch mirror camera would perform. What is it? The VanTop H610 10-inch 2.5k mirror …
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REVIEW – In 2020, 20 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands prohibit all drivers from using hand-held cell phones while driving. Mighty Mount makes an automatic grip phone mount that connects to a vent or adhesive dash stand and includes a built-in fast wireless car charger. Read on to see …
Mighty Mount Automatic Grip Fast Wireless Car Charger Dash & Vent Mount review Read More
NEWS – One of the more common traffic accidents is getting rear-ended by distracted drivers, especially in the case of an emergency, or even a quick stop. If only there was a way to get the attention of the driver behind you. Enter Braking Bar! Braking Bar is a battery-operated brake light that mounts via …
Let them know you’re stopping fast with Braking Bar Read More
NEWS – Tired of coming home from the grocery store only to find your carefully placed groceries strewn all about the back of your car? The STAYHOLD Trunk & Cargo Organizer bundle is a simple solution for keeping runaway groceries and gear in check. The modular durable plastic pieces use velcro to grip your vehicle’s …
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NEWS – I’m sure you’ve heard of the old saying out of sight, out of mind. It certainly is the case when it comes to portable car vacuums. Most of them are large enough that you have to store them in the trunk or back of your vehicle. Which means that you’re less apt to …
This portable handheld vacuum fits conveniently in your car’s cupholder Read More
NEWS – You’ve probably seen and might even have a portable jump start device for your car’s battery. I have one behind the backseat of my car that I reviewed years ago. The problem with a dedicated jump-start gadget is that you have to keep it charged and it just does one thing. The CarAIDE …
REVIEW – New automobiles feature some amazing options these days, from HUDs to self-parking to heated seats. Most of these options are add-ons, but a good majority of them are included as standard, even with base models. As automotive technology gets more advanced, third party manufacturers look for ways to make some of these cooler …
REVIEW – Here at The Gadgeteer we review a lot of dashcams, and it’s tough to find one that stands out from the crowd. Today I want to show you a dashcam that might get lost in the crowd because it’s so small, and that’s not a bad thing. Let’s take a look at the …
REVIEW – Can you ever really have enough charging ports in your car? The Moshi QuikDuo Car Charger adds a USB-C and USB-A port in one adaptor that pops into your auxiliary power outlet. Simple and effective. Let’s check it out! What is it? It’s a USB-C and USB-A charger for your car. Hardware …