Driving a car everyday, we sometimes become so engulfed in our lives, we neglect to realize just how innovative the technology is that propels out cars and gets us to the next destination. Below are some great car facts you can share with friends.
1.The first cars did not have steering wheels. Drivers steered with a lever.
2.The first speeding ticket was issued in 1902.
3.In 1916, 55 percent of the cars in the world were Model T Fords, a record that has never been beaten.
4.The automobile is the most recycled consumer product in the world today.
5.Most American car horns beep in the key of F.
6.Buick introduced the first electric turn signals in 1938.
7.The first car radio was invented in 1929.
8.In 1923, 173 new inventions by women for cars had been reported. Among these inventions were a carburetor and an electric engine starter.
9.In 1887, Benz was the first car company to be offered for sale.
Got a fun fact you would like to share, comment!
Wednesday, 23 February 2011
Wednesday, 16 February 2011
Amazing Smartphone Apps for Making YOUR Life Easier (Car Edition)
Life is rough, with schedules, play-dates, business meetings, and exhaustion lingering it’s hard to get a few seconds of ease. Well, there is a quick release. Millions of Americans have embraced the smartphone movement or the “computer in your pocket” mentality. It’s easy to pull your phone from your stone washed jeans, or khaki work slacks (whatever your preference) and update your Facebook, play a quick game, or catch up on the Huffington Post’s most recent article. It’s just that easy. Below, we’ve provided some cool apps that can ease that mental strain, and help you find that niche between work and relaxation.
Trapster, a free iPhone application allows drivers to scan the area for known speed traps, police hangouts, speed cameras or even stop-light cameras. Using the GPS capabilities in your smart phone it uses reported speed traps in Trapster’s network database to give voice alerts of approaching traps. This technology is due to a network of over 5 million Trapster users that constantly contribute trap locations.
GasBuddy is a lifesaver for savvy individuals with a frugal mindset. Gas changes fluctuate at the drop of a hat, sometimes varying as much as 20% within a couple city blocks. GasBuddy is a comprehensive source for up to date gas prices. The app lays out prices on a map and allows the user to choose one that fits their budget. Priceless.
Car Finder Plus is an app that records your position when you leave your car, tracking your location in the process. The GPS stores this location and when you’re looking for your vehicle after running your errands it provides a display of where to locate your car.
Repair Pal is a great companion for the everyday driver. It can tell you the right price to pay for repair, find a great mechanic in the area, and gives one-touch access to roadside assistance. Amazing! Plus the app is free!
There are countless smartphone applications available for your phone that helps make life a tad easier. Check out your smartphone application store for details and continue to drive safely!
Feel free to add your favorite app here:
Trapster, a free iPhone application allows drivers to scan the area for known speed traps, police hangouts, speed cameras or even stop-light cameras. Using the GPS capabilities in your smart phone it uses reported speed traps in Trapster’s network database to give voice alerts of approaching traps. This technology is due to a network of over 5 million Trapster users that constantly contribute trap locations.
GasBuddy is a lifesaver for savvy individuals with a frugal mindset. Gas changes fluctuate at the drop of a hat, sometimes varying as much as 20% within a couple city blocks. GasBuddy is a comprehensive source for up to date gas prices. The app lays out prices on a map and allows the user to choose one that fits their budget. Priceless.
Car Finder Plus is an app that records your position when you leave your car, tracking your location in the process. The GPS stores this location and when you’re looking for your vehicle after running your errands it provides a display of where to locate your car.
Repair Pal is a great companion for the everyday driver. It can tell you the right price to pay for repair, find a great mechanic in the area, and gives one-touch access to roadside assistance. Amazing! Plus the app is free!
There are countless smartphone applications available for your phone that helps make life a tad easier. Check out your smartphone application store for details and continue to drive safely!
Feel free to add your favorite app here:
Wednesday, 9 February 2011
5 Hot US Spots for a Road Trip
“America the beautiful” written by Katharine Lee Bates is the soundtrack to planning a road trip, which is an inexpensive alternative to air travel. Road trips are both enjoyable and historically enlightening. You would be surprised as to what’s in your backyard. If you have been thinking of taking a road trip, look no further, we will provide you with several great spots to get some much-needed R & R.
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston is colder than most vacation spots, but it also offers some of the greatest historical sights in the US. World-renowned museums, shows, concerts, Red Sox games at World famous Fenway Park, and the Freedom Trail. If you enjoy the bar scene, you could also enjoy Boston’s plethora of pubs, hangouts, and just spend a day barhopping. Great food balances out the equation.
The California Coast
Take a direct ride up the coast from San Diego to San Francisco for a great view and an even more amazing feeling. You can bask in the sun on any beach that permits, check out the Torrey Pines State Reserve in San Diego, or the Monterey Bay Aquarium in Monterey, the possibilities are as endless as the shoreline.
New York City
This is hands down one of the places required to visit on your trip (if you haven’t been). Public transportation to any location is convenient. The Empire State Building is amazing, Staten Island ferry, Greenwich Village and Soho, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Chinatown, and Times Square make New York City a town chock full of the American dream. Then when you’re too tired to walk and need a seat, watch a Broadway Show you will be amazed at the production value!
Disney World, Florida
Disney is a land of freedom from adulthood, and a child’s paradise. It has countless rides and amusement parks, colorful characters of our favorite cartoons, delicious food, and Mickey Mouse! What more could you ask for?
Grand Canyon, Arizona
One of the greatest national wonders in the world, the Grand Canyon is a breathtaking formation of natural beauty. Views from the South rim, hiking trails, and a rafting tour make The Grand Canyon a stellar vacation spot. The scene is truly breathtaking. This should be one location where you should save massive space on your camera memory card. Say cheese!
Ok, so we’ve provided several spots for your next road trip. Have you had any road trips experiences you would like to share, or maybe we missed your favorite hot spot? Feel free to comment below:
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston is colder than most vacation spots, but it also offers some of the greatest historical sights in the US. World-renowned museums, shows, concerts, Red Sox games at World famous Fenway Park, and the Freedom Trail. If you enjoy the bar scene, you could also enjoy Boston’s plethora of pubs, hangouts, and just spend a day barhopping. Great food balances out the equation.
The California Coast
Take a direct ride up the coast from San Diego to San Francisco for a great view and an even more amazing feeling. You can bask in the sun on any beach that permits, check out the Torrey Pines State Reserve in San Diego, or the Monterey Bay Aquarium in Monterey, the possibilities are as endless as the shoreline.
New York City
This is hands down one of the places required to visit on your trip (if you haven’t been). Public transportation to any location is convenient. The Empire State Building is amazing, Staten Island ferry, Greenwich Village and Soho, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Chinatown, and Times Square make New York City a town chock full of the American dream. Then when you’re too tired to walk and need a seat, watch a Broadway Show you will be amazed at the production value!
Disney World, Florida
Disney is a land of freedom from adulthood, and a child’s paradise. It has countless rides and amusement parks, colorful characters of our favorite cartoons, delicious food, and Mickey Mouse! What more could you ask for?
Grand Canyon, Arizona
One of the greatest national wonders in the world, the Grand Canyon is a breathtaking formation of natural beauty. Views from the South rim, hiking trails, and a rafting tour make The Grand Canyon a stellar vacation spot. The scene is truly breathtaking. This should be one location where you should save massive space on your camera memory card. Say cheese!
Ok, so we’ve provided several spots for your next road trip. Have you had any road trips experiences you would like to share, or maybe we missed your favorite hot spot? Feel free to comment below:
Wednesday, 2 February 2011
How to Avoid a Traffic Jam
Traffic is a hassle. It’s time consuming, exhausting, and just plain aggravating. If you commute to work in a large city you’ve most likely experienced it. It takes away from work productivity, time with your loved ones, and causes distress. There’s hope. By making some changes to your daily routine you can avoid traffic (for he most part, sometimes it’s inevitable) and smile on your way to work.
Please follow our ‘How to Avoid a Traffic Jam’ rules:
1.) Alternate route- check online maps and research the area, because street flow can be faster than the highway during rush hour.
2.) Access roads- during peak hours can save time and energy.
3.) Change your work schedule- most people work 8 to 5. Try coming in earlier and leaving later. A thirty-minute change can mean the difference between smooth sailing and a bumper-to-bumper halt.
4.) Do the speed limit- if everyone drove accordingly; traffic jams would be an imaginary thing of the past.
5.) Listen- try listening to the radio or watching the news before you leave for work. This helps you build an alternate route before your legs touch the brake pedal.
Do you have any to add to the list? Feel free to comment!
Please follow our ‘How to Avoid a Traffic Jam’ rules:
1.) Alternate route- check online maps and research the area, because street flow can be faster than the highway during rush hour.
2.) Access roads- during peak hours can save time and energy.
3.) Change your work schedule- most people work 8 to 5. Try coming in earlier and leaving later. A thirty-minute change can mean the difference between smooth sailing and a bumper-to-bumper halt.
4.) Do the speed limit- if everyone drove accordingly; traffic jams would be an imaginary thing of the past.
5.) Listen- try listening to the radio or watching the news before you leave for work. This helps you build an alternate route before your legs touch the brake pedal.
Do you have any to add to the list? Feel free to comment!
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