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The automobile industry always evolves, with different car brands showcasing design, technology, and feature innovation. Here are some of the factors used to rank the top 12 best cars in the attached PDF list: 1. Technology Car technology has changed and improved the driving experience of different cars. For example, driver-assistance systems have enhanced the […]
Read MoreThe 2019 New York Auto Show promises to shine the spotlight on a number of important new cars and crossover SUVs, and automakers from Cadillac to Toyota are teasing the important new vehicles.
Read More“The Geneva Motor Show has always been about performance-oriented vehicles, filled with lots of outrageous sports cars and ultra-posh luxury machines that excite the senses,” said Lauren Fix, automotive expert, the Car Coach, Lancaster, NY. “This year is no different.”
Read MoreNo matter how much they’ve achieved or how far they’ve gone, the members of Team Bridgestone always find a way to go above and beyond when it matters most. Take a look at the 2018 Bridgestone Tires.
Read MoreThe Adventure Jump Start and portable power bank solves two problems in one. With 6600mAh, this myCharge will jump start a dead battery in your car, or help someone else out.
Read MoreWith the new 2018 Camry launching this summer, Toyota is also introducing its upgraded infotainment system, Entune 3.0, enabling features such as high-speed wireless Internet connections and dynamic traffic information. Its issue? Contending against Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Read MoreIf your car’s infotainment system isn’t Android Auto enabled, fear not – it can now be used as a standalone app. You can download it from the Google Play Store.
Read MoreApparently Apple and Google are having some issues with their self-driving cars. Is Autonomy the pipe dream we can’t yet achieve? Should it be achieved?
Read MoreWhat if I told you autonomous vehicles will be the new taxis starting in the early 2020s. Would you believe me? Ford aims for a future with an autonomous ride-hailing fleet of vehicles by 2021.
Read MoreThe IHS has recently reported that 21 million completely and semi-autonomous vehicles will be sold around the world in 2035…
Read MoreAfter more than ten years of research and development, vehicle-to-vehicle communication is closer than ever… if tech politics don’t get in the way first.
Read MoreThe tech that will help autonomous cars communicate with each other will be coming to vehicles soon and it’s called “Smart Maps” by eHorizon and Continental
Read MoreThe Car Coach discusses the potential of electric cars to destroy gasoline cars in the 2020s and the oil crisis that could cause. They’ll also discuss Google accepting some responsibility after one of its self-driving cars hit a bus.
Read MoreEvery major car manufacturer has plans to integrate Apple CarPlay into their vehicles and many already offer compatibility with at least one or two models. Apple advertises its new integration system as a “smarter, safer way to use your iPhone in the car.”
Read MoreThe car coach joins MidPoint to discuss interesting automotive technology from the Consumer Electronics Show, as well as a study revealing Americans are willing to pay for auto tech. She’ll also speak about a commute time study.
Read MoreAutomotive expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach shares the best of the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show, including some exciting automotive innovations from the top auto manufacturers.
Read MoreVolvo’s Pilot Assist II and Ford’s Winter Test Drive with Ranging Lidar Sensors are working hard to pave the way for semi-autonomous cars.
Read MoreRecently, Toyota has jumped into the race with “Highway Teammate”. Due to release in 2020, Highway Teammate will be able to change lanes, merge with traffic, and overtake slower vehicles.
Read MoreThe App-Connect system integrates Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and MirrorLink into one platform, allowing users to sync any of their phones regardless of what operating system that phone is built upon.
Read MoreThe Car Coach, Lauren Fix, joins Ari Zoldan, the CEO of Quantum Networks, to discuss the problem exposed with some Chrysler cars that would allow computer hackers to gain access to the car’s system and cause major problems. They’ll also speak about how to fix the flaw.
Read MoreThe Car Coach, joins MidPoint to discuss 3D printed cars and how electric vehicles can actually cause more harm to the environment than traditional gas guzzlers.
Read MoreStarting in 2016, Audi’s Virtual Cockpit dashboard will become a reality in the new TT, then later to the A4, Q7, R8, and A3. Car technology review by Chris Jagielski.
Read MoreResearchers at the University of Duisburg-Essen have been developing a prototype wheel to keep your eyes more focused on the road. Read the automotive technology article by Chris Jagielski
Read MoreWhich alternative fuels does Lauren Fix, The Car Coach prefer? Check out diesel and compressed natural gas as alternatives to fossil fuels and electric cars.
Read MoreThe Car Coach joins MidPoint to discusses the EPA reducing the volume of renewable fuel blended with gasoline.The Car Coach joins MidPoint to discusses the EPA reducing the volume of renewable fuel blended with gasoline.
Read MoreCheck out these best apps and website for automobiles, including how to find the best gas prices, car repair shops and parking! By car expert Lauren Fix.
Read MoreThe car coach joins MidPoint to discuss how Hyundai offers Google Android auto system in cars, driverless motor city and much more.
Read MoreWe’ve heard of Apple CarPlay but, like any other rivalry, there has to be a worthy opponent – this is where Android Auto enters the ring. Featured only in the 2015 Hyundai Sonata (for now), Android Auto features the essential apps needed to make anyone’s morning commute or road trip more enjoyable. This infotainment system features six functions: home, maps, music, communication, voice, and apps.
Read MoreAutomotive expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach shares incredible new vehicles and automotive news, including driverless trucks and autonomous vehicles.
Read MoreUIltrafabrics are pioneers in the polyurethane synthetic leather industry. They manufacture 100% PVC-free, sustainable products for our cars, furniture, boats – anything. Check out ULtrafabrics on the 2016 Nissan Titan at the 2015 New York Auto Show.
Read MoreThe Car Coach will discuss automotive news of the day including: the possibility of a flying car by 2017, court documents alleging a GM cover-up of the ignition problems, Tesla’s Elon Musk wanting to make a self-driving Model S, updates to the Model S to address range anxiety and orders for the 707-horsepower Dodge Challenger Hellcat on hold because of production backlog.
Read MoreWe all dread that moment we get mail from our dealership telling us we have a software update. Making time out of our busy day to sit in the waiting area is never something to enjoy. But Ford has announced, with their new Sync 3 infotainment system, they will be performing wireless updates for drivers.
Read MoreTHE CAR COACH REPORTS: March 13, 2015 Why Not Just Give Them Away Edition – Unfair EV Tax Breaks Let me ask you folks a question. If you wanted an EV, wouldn’t you have one by now? Apparently, California legislators know people really, really want one, so they are proposing to give […]
Read MoreApple is actively recruiting automobile industry experts to work at a secret lab. The hires are reported to include vehicle design experts. The Apple research lab was set up late last year, not long after Apple unveiled its forthcoming smart watch and latest iPhones, which suggests that any resulting product may still be years away from release. Apple often investigates a wide range of new product areas, some of which never get released.
Read MoreFord’s new infotainment system Sync 3 is a collaboration with Blackberry. Sync 3 will begin to roll out into Fords beginning 2016. Read the automotive technology review by Chris Jagielski.
Read MoreLauren Fix, “The Car Coach,” joined Ed Berliner on “MidPoint” on Newsmax TV Wednesday to discuss the news about the Takata air-bag explosions that have allegedly critically injured and killed Honda drivers.
Fix puts a lot of the blame on the lack of oversight by the federal National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Do you really need a web broswer in your car? Read Chris Jagielski’s opinion on dashboard browsers coming to your car in this automotive technology review.
Read MoreSubarus are known around the globe for their standard all-wheel-drive systems, great gas mileage, high safety ratings, and now they’re about to add another to that list. Please welcome their new “EyeSight” technology. What exactly is EyeSight Technology? It is a second pair of eyes. These two hard-to-notice cameras are placed behind the rear-view mirror and face the road. It is an added safety measure for any driver. We tested it and it really works as stated.
Read MoreWith smarter car technology, that turn-of-the-key feeling is slowly fading away. Push-to-start seems to be the standard of the future, but it feels as if I’m turning on my computer. “Computer” – this leads to the topic of this article. Are our vehicles secure with keyless entry and start? How vulnerable are we to hackers?
Read MoreFord and Intel are putting together a research project, Project Mobil, to insert a camera into a car dashboard for facial recognition. By Chris Jagielski
Read MoreDue to back-over deaths, Backup cameras will become a federal mandate in all light vehicles by 2018. Automotive technology review by Chris Jagielski.
Read MoreCar phone charging pads are becoming popular in new cars, beginning with Toyota and Chrysler. But is it truly worth purchasing as an add-on option?
Read MoreThe Mobile Home from Beanco Technology allows you to access your bluetooth while driving through your iPhone via Siri. Technology review by Chris Jagielski.
Read MoreWe all know speeding is illegal, but humans don’t always follow the rules – we have a tendency to seek thrills. Or, maybe you’re not doing any speeding, but instead took your Wrangler out for some mud-bogging on “no trespassing” land. Fear not, the Escort Passport Max will make sure you’re in the clear.
Read MoreAt the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Paul Fix III visits the Monster audio booth’s Lamborghini Veneno Roadster and Panasonic booth’s Abbey Road Studios Premium Audio Demo Vehicle.
Read MoreRecently, we discussed how Apple will control many of the infotainment systems in a few years, but NVIDIA is saying, “not so fast, Apple.” At the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show, the tech giant announced they will be joining Google, Audi, GM, Honda, and Hyundai to bring Android to their vehicles.
Read MoreNew cars have window stickers showing their EPA rated gas mileage. Now you can also get EPA fuel ratings on used cars. Do your homework before you buy!
Read MoreCar Coach Lauren Fix reviews Slime Tire Top Off, a useful automotive tool. Lauren Fix is a top woman in the automotive industry. Read her product review!
Read MoreFemale car expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach, reviews an easy-to-use tire inflation product, Slime Safety Spair. Read her automotive product review.
Read MoreHelp your engine perform longer with better fuel economy with Royal Purple Premium High Performance Oil Filter. Read car expert Lauren Fix’s product review.
Read MoreHave a dead battery? Need an automatic battery starter? Lauren Fix reviews Peak Power Supply, a great automotive product. Read the product review!
Read MoreCar md Lauren Fix tests Michelin Defender Tires in her automotive product review. Let the top woman car expert explain the safety benefits of high quality tires.
Read MoreCar expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach, reviews Ford MyKey; technology that allows parents to block radio programs while teens are driving. Read the review!
Read MoreThe new “Family Link” service from OnStar allows families to stay connected no matter where they roam. Car expert Lauren Fix brings this product review.
Read MoreThe Black & Decker Car Jumper Cordless Air Station inflates everything from car and bike tires to rafts and air mattresses. Lauren Fix reports!
Read MoreWhich is better, diesel or electric? Hoe does diesel compare to gas? Automotive analyst and care care expert Lauren Fix explains the pros and cons of diesel cars and electric cars.
Read MoreFemale automotive expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach, lists the advantages and disadvantages of electric cars. Read her EV electric vehicles pros and cons.
Read MoreThat’s right, autonomous vehicles are becoming evermore popular thanks to Google, Nissan and, more recently, Volvo. Nissan announced earlier this year that they plan to have electric self-driving cars on the road by 2020. Volvo is jumping ahead saying they will have autonomous cars by 2017.
Read MoreSixty-two percent of women and nearly half of men think buying new tires is difficult. Car expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach provides tire shopping tips in this tire guide.
Read MoreElectric vehicles have become more prominent as many automakers add them to their lineup. One automaker to recently join the electric race is Volkswagen, adding two cars to the mix: the e-Golf and e-Up!
Read MoreComputer giant, Nvidia introduces the Tegra processor into car infotainment systems to create the smartest dashboards on the road. Technology columnist Chris Jagielski reports for Lauren Fix, The Car Coach.
Read MoreSprint’s main goal with Velocity is to integrate cell phones with the infotainment system, so users will be able to drive hands-free, lowering driver distraction. Automotive technology columnist Chris Jagielski reports.
Read MoreMINI Connected is a mix between an Amazon Kindle, Apple iPod and, well, just basically an all-access computer. It has everything you need from audio books, music, and GPS. Simply connect your iPhone with an adapter and download the Connected application. Christopher Jagielski reviews the automotive technology.
Read MoreMost cars today are equipped with outstanding technology that makes every driving experience more enjoyable. New technologies are being invented quicker than ever before; some are being created as we speak. One of the newest, most personal inventions, called “greeting technology,” can be found in the all-new Infiniti Q50, but is also being placed in other new vehicles.
Read MoreBuying a new car is tricky; especially if you have no idea what features you’re looking for in a vehicle. Technology should be close to number one, behind safety. Chris Jagielski reports for female auto expert Lauren Fix.
Read MoreSelf-driving cars have become more realistic due to evolving technology and Google. Chris Jagielski discusses autonomous vehicles and the future of automotive technology.
Read MoreApple and Ferrari plan to team up to develop an automotive infotainment system? Now the technology that brought you the iPhone comes to your car.
Read MoreAutomotive technology columnist Chris Jagielski comments on Apple’s iOS Integration and our over-reliance on technology and smartphones.
Read MoreTo increase car safety, automakers are developing connected cars that can talk to one another on the road via wifi. Automotive technology columnist Chris Jagielski reports.
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