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NY Auto Show Pushes Electricity, Horsepower to Limit
Auto Shows, TechnologyThe 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....
Luxury Automakers Hope to Electrify Drivers at Geneva
Auto Shows, Automotive News, Technology“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,...
Tires are Not Just Black & Round – 2018 Bridgestone Tires
2018 Car Reviews, Product-Reviews, TechnologyNo 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....
myCharge AdventureJumpStart
Product-Reviews, TechnologyThe 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....
Entune: Competing with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
TechnologyWith 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?...
Using Android Auto Without An Infotainment System
TechnologyIf 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....
Autonomy: Is This Just a Pipe Dream?
TechnologyApparently 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?...
Ford’s Autonomous Future
TechnologyWhat 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....
21 Million Autonomous Vehicles on the Road by 2035
TechnologyThe IHS has recently reported that 21 million completely and semi-autonomous vehicles will be sold around the world in 2035......
Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication
TechnologyAfter 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....
Smart Maps
TechnologyThe 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...
Lauren Fix on the Future Potential of Electric Cars
TechnologyThe 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....
Apple CarPlay in the 2016 Honda Accord
2016 Car Reviews, TechnologyEvery 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...
Lauren Fix Discusses Interesting Automotive Technology
Automotive News, TechnologyThe 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....
Best of the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show: Lauren Fix
Auto Shows, TechnologyAutomotive 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....
Volvo’s Pilot Assist II and Ford’s Wintery Test Drive
Product-Reviews, TechnologyVolvo'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....
Toyota – A Plausible Highway Teammate
TechnologyRecently, 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....
Volkswagen and App-Connect
TechnologyThe 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....
Lauren Fix and Ari Zoldan Discuss Car Hackers Gaining Access to Chrysler Cars
Automotive News, TechnologyThe 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...
Lauren Fix Discusses 3D Printed Cars
TechnologyThe 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....
Completely Digital – Audi’s “Virtual Cockpit” Dashboard
TechnologyStarting 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....
A Long-Awaited Overhaul to the Steering Wheel
TechnologyResearchers 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...
Car Technology – Fuel Alternatives
TechnologyWhich alternative fuels does Lauren Fix, The Car Coach prefer? Check out diesel and compressed natural gas as alternatives to fossil fuels and electric cars....
Lauren Fix Discusses the Energy Power of Corn
Automotive News, TechnologyThe 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....
Best Apps and Websites for Autos
TechnologyCheck 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....
Hyundai Offers Google Android Auto System in Cars
TechnologyThe car coach joins MidPoint to discuss how Hyundai offers Google Android auto system in cars, driverless motor city and much more....
Android Auto
TechnologyWe’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...
Automakers Plan Driverless Cars
Automotive News, TechnologyAutomotive expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach shares incredible new vehicles and automotive news, including driverless trucks and autonomous vehicles....
Technology Beyond the Dashboard: Ultrafabrics
TechnologyUIltrafabrics 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...
Flying Cars by 2017?
TechnologyThe 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,...

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Al Vázquez

Shelby Fix, Car Coach 2.0

Paul Fix III

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