Financial Benefits of Cruise Control

The Financial Benefits of a Car With Cruise Control

Cruise Control Can Save You On Gas and Speeding TicketsCruise control is a common car feature many drivers love to use.

According a 2011 GasBuddy.com poll, more than one-third of drivers reported they almost always use cruise control when it’s safe to do so. Another 27% said they use cruise control more than half of the time.

Using cruise control has many positive features, including being able to rest your feet while maintaining a constant speed and not having to worry about driving too fast or too slow on a long trip.

One area cruise control benefits that some people may not realize is their finances.

Yes, using cruise control is not only convenient, but it can also save you money. Continue reading…

8 Must-Have Car Gadgets

The 8 Must-Have Car Gadgets Right Now

Everybody loves gadgets and thanks to modern technology, these toys are not in short supply. But even though there are many gadgets on the market, some are in higher demand than others. If you want to spruce up your ride, and maybe even make it a bit safer as well, start thinking gadgets.

“Feel like James Bond or Doc Brown with these hip car gadgets.”

Now, we are not talking James Bond tools. Though it would be really fun if your car could also turn into a submarine or become invisible (though driving invisible seems a bit dangerous), these gadgets are more about practicality and fun. Also, some provide a bit of safety too. So impress your friends and feel hip by grabbing some of these gadgets for your own ride.
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Best 4-Door Cars Under $10,000

Find an efficient car that is affordable.

Find an efficient car that is affordable.

Let’s be honest, everyone wants to have a nice car. Vehicles are a part of life that you really can’t avoid. And while catching a ride with someone can be an easy solution, it is sometimes nice to offer that ride to others as well. However, people can end up putting a great deal of money into a vehicle, sometimes more than intended when considering constant upkeep and maintenance. Sure, the sticker price is good, but then down the road you realize you have spent nearly double what you planned on originally, whether because of gas consumption or repairs. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. And frankly, it shouldn’t. There are many reliable four door cars that will serve you well and don’t have to break your bank to do so. Consider the following recommendations of reliable cars under $10,000.

Gas powered

In this day and age, it isn’t expected that every car is entirely gas-powered anymore. To address this, the list has been separated. And if you are thinking to yourself, “Well, gas-powered cars would be the only kind of car I could afford,” you might be surprised. But you’ll have to keep reading to see for yourself. For now, while gas is cheap, check out these fuel-powered beauties. Continue reading…

And the Consumer Reports Most Reliable Cars of 2014 Awards Go To…

Via Wiki Auto Blog.

Via Wiki Auto Blog.

In a perfect world, every car would start right up with a touch of a button, work perfectly and efficiently at all times and even change its own oil. A girl can dream, right?

Unfortunately, we don’t live in that world and neither do the cars we rely on. The reality is, some cars are just lemons and some models are prone to serious breakdowns and glitches. And, as technology continues to complicate the way cars are made, this issue isn’t expected to go away any time soon.

Luckily, the Consumer Reports Annual Auto Reliability Survey aims to demystify the car world by uncovering the makes and models that stirred up the most commotion in the last 12 months. Continue reading…

CES 2015: Coolest New Car Gadgets Revealed

ces-2015As expected, there were some awesome gadgets revealed at CES 2015 in Las Vegas, and some of the best gadgets are coming to our cars. Not only are there a ton of new gadgets, but smarter cars are on the horizon. Here’s just a small look at some of the coolest car gadgets previewed at the CES 2015:

Harman ISZ

If you never want to have to listen to the latest Justin Bieber song on a road trip again, Harman’s Individual Sound Zones (ISZ) is for you. This gadget goes a long way to change the entertainment situation in a car from a dictatorship, where the driver chooses the radio station, to a democracy, where everyone gets a say. Harman’s ISZ creates different sound zones in your car that can each play something completely different without the need for headphones. Continue reading…