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Auto News: Breaking Car News and First Drive Reports
2023 Nissan Pathfinder SUV price increases $1,735, Rock Creek crests $44,000 The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder three-row SUV costs $36,295, including a $1,295 destination fee, Nissan announced Monday. Nothing is new for the carryover model except for a Rock Creek off-road edition and inflationary price hikes. The new price represents a $1,735 increase over the redesigned 2022...Read More» First drive: 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness rings the mountains We almost forgot about weekends, right?
2007 S550 Apple Carplay and Rear Seat Entertainment
#1 Hey guys - I've done a few subtle updates to my S550 over the last year or so. It wasn't quite on the cutting edge of mobile device connectivity and the auto infotainment boom. The factory audio system is fairly complex and gets the job done in terms of sound quality, so I opted not to mess with it. I found a fairly plug and play Apple Carplay solution, resurrected a couple old iPads to keep the kids entertained in the back row and ran a few misc cables where needed.
Peterman's HT 2.0
Little copy/paste here from ye olde forum, but figured I'd get the build thread section going! As some of you know I had to part with my first full HT build a couple months ago. Long story short, we sold the house and the buyer didn't want to fork over the cash for a custom home theater (duuuuuhhhhh?) so we packed it up and took it all with us. We've purchased land in Michigan and are just about to sign a contract with a home builder.
Car Advice: Make the Most of Your Auto Show Experience
It's auto show season in North America. Are you prepared to get out there a make the most of your city's exposition? It can be an exciting, yet overwhelming event. Here are a few suggestions to ensure you get what you pay for: Do your homework Get online and do some research before you go. You should be able to find maps, pricing and discount information, special event schedules, and parking information ahead of time.
Choose Your New Car In Five Easy Steps
Before you get too caught up in the excitement of buying a car, take a minute to set up a strategy. You'll have a much better chance of getting the things you want and need by the end of the process, and it's a good way to avoid a vehicle prone to problems. 1) Set a Budget Choose a maximum dollar figure that you can handle and stick to it. Don't forget to include things like taxes and interest.
Keep Yourself Awake On Long Trips
If you are too tired to physically keep your eyes open, you are literally falling asleep. That's not safe. Pull over, take a break, let someone else drive. Now here are some suggestions that might help keep you from reaching that point. Have a conversation with someone. Obviously this only works if you've got at least one passenger, who happens to be awake. If you have a safe way to use your phone (hands-free, bluetooth, etc...), call a friend or family member who's willing to chat (or listen).
How To Read A Tire Sidewall
All tires come with a code that tells you what they are and for what they should be used. This code is made up of several numbers and letters, each indicating a specific characteristic of the tire. When it comes time to research and buy new tires, these can be a bit overwhelming. There are really just a few things you'll need to know when it comes to replacing your vehicle's tires. The nice thing is that duplicating the specs of the tires you already have is usually a safe bet.
FWD, RWD, 4WD, Or AWD: Which Is Right For You?
In the past, consumers only really had two drivetrain choices, RWD (rear wheel drive) and 4WD (4-wheel drive). Passenger cars and trucks were driven by the rear wheels, and a few specialty trucks got the 4-wheel drive option. Now it seems hard to find a RWD sedan, and the lines between 4WD and AWD (all-wheel drive) can be a bit fuzzy. Front-wheel drive (FWD) has become the standard for many of the cars on the road today, but it has its pros and cons, depending on your driving needs.
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