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How Sirius Backseat TV Works
You're packed and ready to go to Disney World, but you live in New York -- can you keep the kiddies entertained? Sirius Backseat TV relieves beleaguered parents by streaming video clips onto your car's television.
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How the Ego Flash Works
Cell phone calls while you're driving can be dangerous. But what happens when you absolutely must make or accept a call when you're behind the wheel?
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How the Hughes Telematics Device Works
Most people like to stay connected -- even while on-the-go. It's not difficult when you have access to so many mobile communication technologies. Wouldn't it be great if your car was just as connected as you?
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How the iBreath Alcohol Breathalyzer Works
If you're over the legal blood alcohol content, it's illegal to drive your car, not to mention unsafe. Is there an easy way to find out your blood alcohol level?
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How the Iqua VizorSUN Works
Eco-friendly people are looking to solar energy to power devices like the Iqua VizorSUN, which combines solar power and Bluetooth technology.
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How the Tiwi System Works
There's more than one way to keep track of your teenage driver while he's on the road. But few of them will call you if he's driving recklessly.
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How to Build Your Own Custom Car Entertainment System
Over the years, factory original car audio systems have become highly advanced. But for some car owners, these manufacturer-installed audio systems simply aren't enough. What are the options for an on-the-go audiophile?
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How to connect an iPod to your car stereo
The iPod transformed music lovers' lives by allowing them to drown out the world with a customized soundtrack. Transferring this new world to their cars presented a problem, however -- how do they connect their iPods to their car stereos?
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How to Install New Entertainment Electronics in Your Car
Are you ever tempted to install your own car audio or video equipment? After all, how hard could it be to tear out that factory-original car radio and replace it with a state-of-the-art stereo system?
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Is it more affordable to have a portable DVD player in your car or have the dealer install one?
Watching a DVD of your favorite movie or television show is something that everyone enjoys. Why not take that great experience with you wherever you go? But how much is that luxury going to cost?
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Is it more affordable to have a portable GPS system in your car or have the dealer install one?
Factory-installed navigation systems have become a popular option on newer cars and trucks. But is this high-tech automotive gadget an affordable option for most car buyers? What options do new and used car buyers have?
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Top 5 Car Gadgets
Thinking of outfitting your car with every electronic add-on the market has to offer? Inspector Gadget would approve. But let's make sure you do it in style.
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Top 5 Car GPS Devices
It wasn't long ago when global positioning system (GPS) devices were found only in the hands of the wealthy. Now it seems like everyone has one. But which car GPS device is right for you?
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Top 5 iPhone Apps for Your Car
Have you seen Apple's iPhone? It seems like it's capable of nearly anything, doesn't it? But can the iPhone really help you avoid a speeding ticket or save you money on your next fuel purchase?
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What's the best way to play my iPod in the car?
The iPod and other MP3 players are great for taking your music with you, but using headphones in the car is illegal. What's the best solution?
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Why do GPS systems give wrong directions?
You're driving down a road when your GPS device suddenly urges you to turn right. The sign ahead suggests otherwise. As does the oncoming traffic. What makes your otherwise useful device so wrong sometimes?v
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