Car Accessories

How “Wired” Do You Want Your Car To Be?

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

In today’s day and age, we are always worried about how connected we are. We are fixated on if we have email access, if we can get online or if we have access to news, sports scores or the availability to update our Facebook status. We have the internet on our phones, in [...]

Get A Grip While Driving

Thursday, September 10th, 2009

Having air bags, antilock brakes and other safety features is an excellent start, but there are other considerations to make when it comes to staying safe on the road. One of the biggest is making sure you have “a grip” behind the wheel, or more precisely, on it!

The Big Pitfall Of Seat Covers

Friday, August 21st, 2009

You just drove home a new car and you want to make sure it stays looking great. No problem! Grab a few seat covers at an automotive store and you will be set, right?

Cell Phone Use by the Numbers

Tuesday, August 4th, 2009

All across the country legislatures are making attempts to pass laws that would ban the use of cell phones behind the wheel. In some states, the habit has already been outlawed. Where it remains legal, strong lobbying groups are pushing for restrictions, limitations and outright bans on talking and driving.
Why all the fuss?
When [...]

Beat the Heat in Your Car This Summer

Thursday, July 30th, 2009

Summertime is great for kids and teachers, but the luster wears off if you have to work all day and then get back into your baking car for the long ride home. If you are tired of the blast of desert heat that hits you every time you open your door, you can fight back. [...]

Sweeten Your Interior

Wednesday, July 15th, 2009

Even in a brand new car, the interior atmosphere can quickly sour. Smoking, eating in a vehicle and driving around with the windows up can all impact how a car smells. If it is time to rejuvenate the smell inside a car, there are ways to make this happen.

Why Cell Phones And Cars Do Go Together

Monday, June 29th, 2009

Cell phones and cars have a bad rap when they are combined together. While it is very much true that operating a vehicle while talking on the phone or texting is downright dangerous and even illegal in some locations, there is still a case to be made for having a cell in a vehicle.

What Every Trunk Should Contain

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

The trunk of a car is meant to hold a lot more than groceries and other purchases. When it is well-stocked, handling breakdowns and other minor emergencies can be a whole lot easier. If it is not, you could find yourself in quite a pickle.

Why Tire Alignment Matters

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009

You are tooling along, minding your own business when you realize your car veers a little to the left if your hand is not securely on the wheel. Not wanting to make a mountain out of a mole hill, you ignore the problem and figure it is just the roadway you are on. Within a [...]

The Deal With Donut Tires

Sunday, April 19th, 2009

They are cute and most certainly come in handy if you have a flat, but there are things you need to know about driving on miniature spares. Some pretty major precautions do come along with the use of donut tires.

Debunking Myths About Tires

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

There are a lot of myths and misconceptions out there about tires. When to replace them, how to inflate them properly and other basic care advice can get confused in the telling. If you want to make sure you are riding safely and soundly, read on for some myth busting about your wheels.

Tips For Keeping A New Car Looking New

Monday, April 13th, 2009

There is just something about that new car look and smell that is enough to make hearts stop. If you are tooling around in a new ride, chances are you would like to keep that pristine feel going for as long as possible. Fortunately, there are things you can do to maintain a near showroom [...]

Keep Kids Happy During Transport

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009

Tooling around town with the kids in the car is not generally too bad. But what happens if a trip will take longer than a typical 30-minute run to the store? Chances are strong that young children and even some older ones will get a little cranky and bored. After all, there is only so [...]

Pros And Cons Of Alloy Wheels

Sunday, March 29th, 2009

Few things can instantly jazz up the appearance of a car faster than a set of slick alloy rims. Steel just cannot compare to the looks or even match some of the other benefits. There are, however, a few cons that motorists need to be aware of before charging ahead with a purchase.

To GPS Or Not To GPS

Thursday, March 26th, 2009

Spending money unnecessarily in this economy is not something most people want to do. Still, there are some automotive accessories that are well worth a second look. GPS receivers, for example, can be an excellent purchase for some drivers.

Wax On Or Wax Off?

Monday, March 16th, 2009

Waxing a car can be a real pain in the neck. For most of us, just keeping up with a cleaning schedule can be hard enough thanks to workdays that never end and dozens of other obligations.

Keep A Quick Car Cleanup Kit Handy

Friday, February 27th, 2009

When you spend a lot of time in your car, it can become an extension of your home or office. Unfortunately, it can also become like that hall closet you don’t want anyone to ever look inside for fear they’ll think you’re a slob. Keeping your ride neat, clean and presentable doesn’t have to take [...]

Are Used Cars the Better Option?

Saturday, January 31st, 2009

The debates on whether used cars are better than new cars still rage on and so far, there have been no concrete conclusions. A reason for this is that the car you choose to buy largely depends on the needs you have. If you do not have much money and need to get around, then [...]