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As technology progresses, our vehicles are becoming more and more plugged-in (sometimes literally with electric cars). Technology systems are integrated into our vehicles now, with infotainment, navigation, and even built-in Wi-Fi hotspots. While many of us use iPhone navigation apps like Waze and Google Maps to reach our destination, some experts suggest those apps could…

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang : Nemms Just as cars are essential to our real lives, they are important for fictional characters as well. Whether they are symbols or simply a setting for a scene, these vehicles act as plot devices that drive musicals forward. In this series, we’ll take a look at some live and…

You’d think that he would have “absorbed” some driving skills by this point Photo: Nickelodeon Animation Studios Nickelodeon staple SpongeBob SquarePants premiered 18 years ago on July 17, 1999, easily making it one of the longest-running children’s programs of all time. If you were born the same day that SpongeBob premiered, you would officially be…

Photo: Pexels Most cop cars are equipped with dash cams to monitor and record the activities of police-registered vehicles. However, a Houston-based technology company called Coban Technologies is working to improve these dash cams and equip them with artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The hope behind this design is for AI police dash cams to identify weapons,…

Photo: Tim Pierce Car fires are very dangerous, and they happen more often than many people think. According to FEMA, an estimated 171,500 car fires occurred just between 2014 and 2016. Engineering or mechanical issues are often cited at the cause of these fires. To help ease your mind while driving, follow these tips on…

Photo: Chevrolet Helping itself to key elements from Chevrolet’s Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle, the new 2023 Tahoe RST Performance Edition cranks up the power and capability so everyday SUV drivers can pursue high-level thrills behind the wheel. Should You Buy or Should You Lease? A guide to financing options for your next vehicle The headliner…

Many celebrities are known for their cars, whether it’s their ludicrously expensive, flashy, and flamboyant vehicles (like the cars belonging to Dwayne Johnson), or for their not altogether lawful acts behind the wheel (like the infamous Lindsay Lohan). Luckily for us, due to paparazzi and the incredible invention that is the internet, the public can…

Have you ever wondered about how to recover a towed vehicle or who covers towing fees after an accident? You’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up answers to a few of these commonly-asked questions. Tire Smart: Get the lowdown on tire maintenance Photo: Pixabay Where does the tow truck operator drop off my damaged…

Photo: PoliceCenter As technology advances, car thieves are getting sneakier. According to Fox 32 Chicago News, “relay attacks” are on the rise. Instead of a thief smashing a window or picking a lock to break into your vehicle, they can use a gadget called a relay device to swipe the key fob signal from your key…

Knowing which factors can lower your car insurance rate can help you make a wise decision when shopping for a new policy or negotiating a lower rate with your current carrier. Here are four lesser-known factors that insurance companies consider when calculating your monthly premium. Profession Auto insurance carriers take your profession into account when…

Photo: The News Wheel With stay-at-home orders in full effect, you may be recognizing certain new or surprising things around your neighborhood, including speeding cars zooming down your street. As someone who frequently says, “There should totally be a green arrow here,” when trying to turn left at a difficult light, I’ve always wondered who…