Showcasing the Best in the Mobile Enhancement Industry
Car accessories make excellent Christmas gifts because they add comfort, convenience and enjoyment to everyday driving. Unlike one-time-use presents or generic holiday items, these upgrades continue to provide value long after the holidays are over. A carefully chosen accessory can make cold mornings easier, long commutes more enjoyable or weekend adventures more Read more
Upgrading to an aftermarket radio is one of the best ways to improve your in-car entertainment experience, but many drivers hesitate for one reason: they don’t want to lose their steering wheel controls. The good news is that with the right components and professional installation, you can keep those convenient buttons working just as they did from the factory. Why Steering Read more
One of BMW’s first quirky electric car offerings was the i3. It was small, and some versions even included a gasoline range extender using the engine from a BMW scooter. Wow — how far we’ve come. The new BMW iX is a luxurious five‑passenger SUV with an open, airy cabin and a usable trunk space. BMW calls it an SAV (Sport Activity Vehicle). Fun fact: there isn’t even a firewall Read more
I get to test my share of three-row SUVs. There has been a lot of praise written about the Escalade IQ, the all-electric Escalade that is slightly larger than its gasoline counterpart and even bigger on technology and luxury. The new Vistiq also has three rows but in a more manageable size. Think Lincoln Aviator versus Lincoln Navigator, or Cadillac XT6 versus the Read more
When I think of three-row SUVs, typically BMW does not pop into my mind. Then I realize I forgot about the X7, which BMW does not want to hear because they want consumers to immediately recognize it as an option for people hauling. My mind tends to wander to the domestic luxury haulers like the Escalade, Grand Wagoneer and Navigator. But some people want luxury with the ability Read more
The Ford F-150 always impresses. As the leader in full-size truck sales, Ford has the resources for advanced R&D and the confidence to implement new technology into a proven platform. Even when compared to wild competitors like the Tesla Cybertruck, the F-150 can still come out on top.One standout feature of the F-150 Hybrid is its ability to pull into a gas station and Read more
The 2025 Lexus LX700h Overtrail has a purpose: to get you in and out of rugged environments safely, dependably and, most importantly, in luxury. It fills the void left by the old Toyota Land Cruiser with three-row capability and a comfortable on-road ride. Despite being a behemoth with generous cargo space and three rows of seating, the 3.4-liter V6 hybrid system helps optimize Read more
Volvo has been very successful with its large, safe and utilitarian XC90 SUV. The company did not deviate from its core competency and create something wild for the similar electric-only EX90 SUV. Instead, the electric EX90 is a very competent and comfortable offering – especially for those who will run the vehicle around town shuttling kids around. The luxury of not having to Read more
The Controller Area Network, or CAN bus, is a communications protocol designed to let electronic control units (ECUs) within a vehicle share information efficiently. Systems like the engine, transmission, braking, infotainment, and more all rely on this shared two-wire network. CAN uses differential signaling and a message prioritization system to ensure reliable and timely Read more
