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Adding a wireless option for Apple CarPlay into your car doesn’t have to be a difficult process. While the wired connection works perfectly fine, not everybody wants to have their phone plugged in while driving. The remedy to this is going wireless, and there are a few different options out there. Depending on your price
They say the first and foremost thing you need to keep your car in good shape is a hefty helping of elbow grease. There’s definitely some truth to that, considering the amount of scrubbing, polishing, body work, and other miscellaneous tasks that necessitate some handiwork. That said, elbow grease can only get you so far.
Your car’s heater is an important tool. It’s not just for keeping the cabin warm and comfortable during the harsh winter temperatures. It’s also used for defrosting the car when there’s snow or frost as well as defogging the windows while driving. That last one is particularly important because it keeps your view unobstructed while
Every automotive do-it-yourselfer needs a decent floor jack in their garage. It’s as essential as a socket set or a can of penetrating oil. However, is the jack you’ve got really the best one for your situation, or just the hand-me-down you got from Dad when you moved out? Traditional scissor jacks, bottle jacks, and
Since Apple CarPlay launched back in 2014, the concept of infotainment in vehicles has undergone a significant transformation, breaking the limitations of traditional controls and interfaces. Before that, car infotainment systems suffered from slow performance, complicated user interfaces, and challenging navigation. These systems often featured small displays with limited functionality and struggled to integrate with
The battery, rather frustratingly, is both one of the most important and most obtuse components of your car. It’s thanks to its battery that your car can even start its engine, to say nothing of powering your lights, stereo, and every other feature in the cabin. However, while your battery may occasionally show warning signs
The reason behind the NHTSA’s updated Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in 2007 is mainly to reduce tire failure or blowouts caused by tire degradation or underinflation. As such, FMVSS No. 138 and 139 require all passenger cars and light trucks to have an onboard tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) to mitigate tire-related crashes.
Preventing dangerous tire issues or blowouts has everything to do with conscientious tire maintenance. If you regularly check your car’s oil, coolant, and transmission fluid, take a few moments to inspect the tires on all fours as well. Ensure to inflate the tires correctly (underinflated tires will cost money at the pumps), and replace worn-out
Android Auto, like Apple CarPlay, has revolutionized the world of in-car infotainment. Google and Apple’s efforts come free with devices that 99% of us own, are packed with features, and are so easy to use that it makes you wonder why many manufacturers invest money into making their own proprietary systems. Android Auto gives you access to
