News, reviews and articles about cars and car accessories.
REVIEW – The website for the Cobra RAD 700i laser radar detector says that it “makes you drive smarter and safer,” and that’s what my co-reviewer also said when he convinced me this was a gadget he needed to have. I figured it couldn’t hurt to be more aware of our surroundings while on the […]
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DEAL NEWS – Tailgating and camping adventures don’t require an oversized truck or RV. The CARSULE Pop-Up Cabin makes it possible for just about anyone with an SUV or hatchback car. Purchase it today for an exclusive $299.97 (reg. $379). While camping and tailgating can be enjoyed any time of the year, the fall months
Turn your vehicle into a tailgating or camping hub with the $300 CARSULE Read More
REVIEW – I have a nice air compressor in my garage to maintain my car and motorcycle tires. What it can’t do for me is easily blow up inflatable objects by my pool in the backyard or inflate my tires when I am traveling. Then there are plenty of folks who don’t have a garage
REVIEW – It is hard to believe that anyone who drives regularly has not noticed the chaos that has taken over the roads. There has been a serious rise in the volume of cars on the roads and with that comes a rise in the number of accidents. Being able to record your journey for
Kingslim D4 Pro Dash Cam review Read More
REVIEW – The newest dashcams have more capabilities and features than older models. Some new features include low-light sensitive high-resolution sensors, GPS, and multiple video channels. The Vantrue Nexus N4 Pro is one of the newer models from Vantrue that supports these features. I have one to review. Read on to see what I think!
Vantrue Nexus N4 Pro dashcam review – easy as 1 Starvis 2, 3 channels, 4K, 512GB Read More
REVIEW – I don’t know anything about cars, but my son and co-reviewer Mason has been asking for one of these. He’s had a lot of car trouble in the past year, and every time a warning lights up his dashboard he goes to one of the automotive stores in our town to borrow their
INNOVA 6030P OBD2 Scanner review – it tells you what that light on your dash means Read More
REVIEW – There are historically four main calls for roadside service; flat tires, dead batteries, keys locked in the car, and out of gas. With modern cars, it’s now next to impossible to lock the keys inside. And running out of gas is usually driver error. But wouldn’t it be nice to have a small
NEWS – My husband enjoys rocketry. In the past, we would head out to a remote area where the Dallas Area Rocketry Society (DARS) would be launching rockets. Once there, we would pitch a pop-up canopy to protect us from the blazing Texas sun while my husband prepped his rockets for launch. The drawback to
REVIEW – Earlier this year I reviewed the VIOFO A139 Pro dashcam; I was happy with it when I reviewed it, and I’m still happy with it now. VIOFO has upgraded their introductory model, the A119, with several new features. I installed the A139 in my wife’s car, a Honda CR-V, so I’m planning to
VIOFO A119 Mini 2 Dashcam review – lots of features in a small package Read More
NEWS – When most of us think of multi-tools, we think of a Leatherman multi-tool that we carry on our belt. But the Rockworkx multi-tool is a multi-functional modular tool that stores in a truck’s 2″ tow hitch receiver. What do you get? A hardened aluminum sand and snow shovel that can double as a
This modular multi-tool stows in a truck’s tow hitch! Read More
REVIEW – The further I travel from civilization on my solo Overlanding adventures, the more I realize the importance of staying connected. It turns out though, remote places with beautiful scenic views often don’t get reliable cell service. Luckily, I was offered the chance to review a cell signal booster specifically designed for the Offroading/Overlanding
REVIEW – As electric vehicles continue to increase in popularity, public charging stations are becoming more congested. If you have a driveway or garage where you can install a dedicated EV charger, it will pay off pretty quickly in terms of both cost and time saved. This time around I have the 40A MaxiCharger from
Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 40A EV Charger review – EV charging simplicity Read More
REVIEW – If you have an older or base model car, you may not have an entertainment system that easily integrates with your phone. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay offer a feature rich mobile experience and are an OEM option on many new cars, but what if you didn’t get it from the factory? For
Car and Driver Intellidash Pro S review – An infotainment system for your car Read More
REVIEW – Wireless technology has simplified charging for smartphone users. Apple’s MagSafe wireless charging has become an essential feature for many smartphone users. The Zagg mophie Wireless Charing Vent Mount with MagSafe offers the convenience of wireless charging with the practicality of a vent mount, and it takes full advantage of Apple’s innovative MagSafe technology.
Zagg mophie wireless charging vent mount with MagSafe (Apple Exclusive) review Read More
REVIEW – I entered the world of electric cars last year in July when I purchased a Chevrolet Bolt. I went for the Bolt over a Tesla, mainly because of the significant price difference. I love the car; it has been a very enjoyable experience. 99.9% of my charging is done at home on a
J+ Booster 2 electric vehicle charger review – Now my Bolt can charge almost anywhere! Read More