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Ford may let drivers download a better car!
Ford's SYNC system is at the cutting edge of what is becoming an increasingly important and competitive area for the automotive industry. SYNC is built on the Windows Embedded Automotive platform and is described as '... a factory-installed, fully integrated in-car communications and entertainment system that allows drivers to combine their digital lifestyles with their life on the road.' More »
What's in a name?
Ever since reading a sign in a hotel bar in Mexico which stated 'the Manager has personally passed all the water served here' I have had a fascination with linguistic faux pas and, as this article demonstrates, the automobile industry is one place where such gaffes abound. More »
Smartphones, bluetooth, wifi and the dash...
With research showing that distraction-related deaths accounted for 16% of all traffic fatalities in 2009, this issue is once again high on the agenda of the US Transportation Department. 'U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has declared war on driver distraction, with much of the focus on weaning Americans off texting and other cell-phone use while behind the wheel.' More »
So you bought a lemon?
A 'lemon law' might be your only solution if your new car constantly needs repair More »
Is your Check Engine light on?
Got a red light glowing on your dash? Want to know what it really means--before you take the car in? Here's a new product to do just that. More »
Battling for space
From telematics to back-seat entertainment systems, the vehicle is fast becoming a mobile media center. But most cars lack space for all the gizmos on offer, so there is a silent battle going on for interior room. More »
Talk about fast downloads
Want a really, really fast computer? Ferrari fast? Now you can have it all, wrapped in a Ferrari red chassis that's nothing at all like your father's notebook computer. More »
New auto safety tool hits market
A new product designed for police and firefighters to carry while driving has been credited with saving the lives of several car crash victims. It has a knife, window punch, and seatbelt cutter all in one. More »
Intelligent parking brake
Do you hate hills? If you dread resuming driving after stopping on a hill, then the arrival of the intelligent parking brake may make you smile. More »
Segway: a great leap for human transportation?
It's only two years since rumors of its existence created a hi-tech sensation. Now it's being sold for $4495 on Amazon.com and touted to appear soon on sidewalks and roadways near you. More »