News, reviews and articles about cars and car accessories.
If you’re like me, you probably listen to music or podcasts when riding in your vehicle. While I’ve never found it particularly difficult to aggregate my content to use in the car, the folks at Inrete think they have a better way to do it using their Automatica device. The device requires a USB port […]
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This post brought to you by Echo Automotive. All opinions are 100% mine. Even if environmental factors don’t enter into your equation when purchasing vehicles, the continually rising cost of fuel surely does. When buying a new vehicle, it’s easy to find a fuel-efficient or even a hybrid or electric vehicle that meets your needs.
If your vehicle has a built in USB port, the Automatica might become your next favorite gadget. The Automatica USB device is a small computer that emulates a USB mass storage device connected to your car and constantly updated by an Internet WiFi connection. It syncs with cloud storage services such as Dropbox, Google
Automatica automatically syncs with the cloud to provide you with mobile tunes Read More
The Cobra Joyride is a 2.1 amp rapid charger that plugs into a 12V power socket in your car and helps make your phone interaction safer while driving. It automatically configures the phone for in-car usage by signaling the companion Android app when you get in and out of your car. A button built into
Cobra JoyRide – Intelligent car charging system for Android smartphones Read More
If you bought any of Apple’s newest iPods, the iPhone 5, or an iPad mini or iPad with Retina display, you’ll need to replace your old 30-pin accessories with new Lightning connector accessories. Griffin has your car charger needs covered with the PowerJolt SE with Lightning connector. The low-profile charger has a permanently-attached, coiled cord
It’s not illegal yet to talk on your phone while driving in North Carolina, but it’s still difficult and dangerous to juggle a phone while you’re trying to drive. My Subaru Outback didn’t come equipped with a built-in hands-free Bluetooth system, and I find most Bluetooth headsets uncomfortable to wear. Plus, I find trying to
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I am definitely one of those people who just throws my bag onto the seat next to me in my car and then acts shocked when it goes flying off at any sharp turn or stop. It’s also a well-known fact that if I’m transporting take out and if there’s a liquid, it’ll end up
Car•go Handbag Hook Review Read More
When Spotlight offered to send me a few samples of their flashlights, I was really happy to recieve 3 of their different models. It wasn’t till I was doing a quick search for information on the Spotlight Turbo that I found that Julie had already done a review of the Turbo in April 2008. It’s
Spotlight Turbo LED Torch/Flashlight Revisited Review Read More
They make great motorcycles and cars, and now BMW wants to go greener with their BMW C Evolution. According to the company, the prototype is close to hitting final production stages. Capable of covering 62 miles in a single charge and maximum speeds of up to 75 mph, the Evolution is another step in the
By now most of us have seen the little stickers on the backs of minivans. They uusally depict a series of cartoony figures of dad, mom, kids and sometimes pets in descending height order. Sure, they’re cute and all, but maybe a bit ho-hum. How about showing off your Star Wars fanboy/fangirl-ness with a set
Spiff Up Your Starship: Star Wars Family Decals Read More
The Next GATE from Clarion is an in-vehicle intelligent controller for your iPhone 4/4S. “Clarion is proud to launch such an innovative product that enables consumers to conveniently access their information and communicate while on-the-road,” states Frank Pierce, Vice President, Clarion Corporation of America. “The Next GATE offers an in-vehicle information solution delivering value-added connectivity
Clarion’s Next GATE Presents a Smarter Way to Stay Connected in Your Vehicle Read More
Earlier this year I reviewed Just|Mobile’s 12 volt, single USB port car charger, called the Highway. A very well made, nice looking device/car accessory for charging your tech while motoring down the road. That is fine for those of us who only need to charge a single device at a time. But realizing that more
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As I have stated in past reviews, keeping my world less cluttered and relatively organized is key to managing my hectic, whirlwind life. Whether it is for work or personal travel, when I am in a vehicle my smartphone is typically rattling around the center console or available cup holder. A very sad circumstance, since
Just Mobile Xtand Go Mounting System for iPhone 4/4S Review Read More
This post brought to you by Kia Rio. All opinions are 100% mine. The Kia Rio is a sporty, economical car (check out the Rio Explorer Page). And as shown in the Zip and Dash to LA with Christina Milian Scavenger Hunt, you’ll see that the Rio is also loaded with useful, tech-friendly features. Watch
Explore the Kia Rio and Hollywood as You Watch the Zip and Dash Scavenger Hunt Read More
When I drive, my iPhone is typically rattling around a cup holder or the center armrest between the front seats, neither of which is ideal. I cannot tell you the number of times it has fallen over or crashed to the floor of my vehicle. It is definitely not the ideal way to treat your
Bracketron Universal USB Power Dock Pro Flex Review Read More
Plug one end of the Bendi 3.5mm audio cable from IPEVO into the Aux/Line In jack of your stereo and plug the other end into the earphone jack of your iPod Nano or any other tiny audio player. The stiff Bendi cable is bendable, so it doubles as a mount so you don’t have to deal
IPEVO Bendi is your Car and iPod Nano’s Best Friend Read More
I love it when someone takes an item that we all use everyday and reinvents it to make it more convenient. For example, when was the last time you thought to yourself that you love the design of the everyday ordinary keychain split ring? Probably never… More likely, you swear under your breath every time
FREEKEY Press to Open Keyring Review Read More
If you have trouble finding where you parked, there’s an app – and a dongle – for that. The Find My Car Smarter device and an iPhone app (for iPhone 4S only) can mark where you parked your car and help you get back there. The Find My Car Smarter Bluetooth Smart device ($25, or
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When you live in Southern Indiana like I do, seeing a celebrity is a rare event. Lucky for me, I work for Cummins Inc. and our Cummins Turbo Diesel engine just happens to power the Tornado Intercept Vehicle 2 (TIV 2), featured on the Discovery Channel television shows “Storm Chasers” and “Mythbusters”. This vehicle has been designed to
Julie’s Gadget Diary 05-02-12 Read More
Recently I had the opportunity to spend 4 hours test driving the new 2013 Ford Escape small SUV through Northern California’s wine country. Ford has come a long way since the first Ford I bought, a 1956 Fairlane. The Escape is quiet, solidly built, fuel efficient and loaded with tech and convenience features, none of which
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