Posted on April 27th, 2009 by Warranty Direct
As the famous song said, “What goes up must come down.”
And even though having a GPS in your vehicle can be both helpful and a major time and money saver if you use it correctly it also has some potential bad points that may bring it down a notch or two in your eyes.
One of the immediate concerns that people have is that the GPS tracks your every movement and can tell whomever is checking all about your habits. If you are speeding they have no need to clock you on radar, they can just send you a ticket; sounds like fantasy but it’s not too far from becoming fact. Read more...
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Posted on April 23rd, 2009 by Warranty Direct
The most obvious plus for having a Global Positioning System, or GPS in your vehicle is to help you find your way from point “A” to point “B” without resorting to using maps and / or stopping at the local service station for directions.
What are some of the other good points about having a GPS in your car?
How about saving gas? If you know where you are going and get there in the shortest and via the most efficient route you will save money and thus, fuel. Good for the wallet and good for the planet.
It makes it demonstrably easier to concentrate on the road since you won’t be reading the map, balancing a coke in one hand and talking on your cell phone with the other, and steering with your knees. Read more...
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Posted on December 30th, 2008 by Warranty Direct
These days cars are being fully loaded with high-tech advances, from built in iPod docking stations to spot-on GPS systems. Some luxury car models can have over 70 switches and knobs that allow for advanced safety and comfort for motorists.
Yet, even with all the cool stuff that is currently available there are still even more high-tech gadgets to come.
In 2010 there will be sign recognition systems available in cars that will be able to read wrong-way signs and speed limits. Cameras may replace side view mirrors and the images would be displayed on the edges of the rear view mirror, or on the instrument panel. Read more...
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Posted on October 20th, 2008 by Warranty Direct
You can include almost any of the most up-to-date in-car technologies in your existing vehicle.
Anymore, getting the sexiest accessories in their rides, such as Bluetooth cell phone integration, is a big concern for a lot of buyers. 9 of the top 20 accessories people are most interested in are cool features such as backup assist, navigation, premium surround sound, satellite and HD-Radio.
One of the best perks of a brand-new car is the hottest technology and convenience options offered with a new vehicle. But you don’t have to purchase a new car or truck to get the coolest new toys. In fact, for the fee of a few loan payments, you can include just about any longed-for electronic feature to your current car. Read more...
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