Showcasing the Best in the Mobile Enhancement Industry
If you’ve been paying attention over the last few years, you’ll know that the folks at Alpine have been offering many different audio system upgrade solutions for Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles. These offerings range from head unit replacement solutions to complete audio systems with amplifiers and subwoofers. In this Product Spotlight, we will look at the i407-WRA-JL Read more
In the white-hot three-row SUV segment, I have always liked the Chevrolet Traverse. It is among the largest of the car-based SUVs in the three-row category before you move into the mastodon-sized, truck-based class of the Chevy Tahoe, Ford Expedition, Nissan Armada and Toyota Sequoia. This means plenty of interior room without the hassles of parking a substantially larger Read more
When you’re behind the wheel, your car’s audio system is a key part of the experience. Whether you’re listening to your favorite playlist, catching up on a podcast, or enjoying an audiobook, the quality of your sound system can make all the difference. While factory audio systems have improved over the years, they still leave a lot to be desired in terms of sound quality, Read more
Distracted driving has become one of the leading causes of accidents on the road today. With smartphones playing a central role in our daily lives, it's no surprise that many drivers struggle to disconnect while behind the wheel. Texting, answering calls, or scrolling through playlists while driving creates dangerous distractions that put lives at risk. Fortunately, modern Read more
Alfa Romeo launched the Stelvio SUV back in 2016. Almost ten years later, we took a look at the updated version for 2025. There is no more high-horsepower Quadrifoglio model available because of emissions compliance, but the powerful 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder still has plenty of go with reasonable fuel economy. There is something to be said about a vehicle platform Read more
Mazda is known as the car company for great handling and vehicle dynamics at a reasonable price point. They are also recognized for reliability. The new Mazda CX-90 is designed to accommodate America’s growing families with its third row. This segment is competitive, but Mazda offers premium materials that set it apart from other vehicles in its class. The CX-90 is built upon Read more
Talking about the performance of audio equipment without objective measurements is like describing the taste of food without eating it. Maybe that’s a bit over the top, but the concept is accurate. You’ll hear many folks into high-end audio describe listening experiences that are sweet or emotional. However, those adjectives do very little to describe the physical Read more
Honda is no stranger to delivering vehicles with great fuel economy. For example, the mild hybrid Honda Insight, with its Integrated Motor Assist, delivered 53 MPG combined. But now we have vehicles that do not burn gasoline at all. Honda wants to capture some of the electrification market and deliver a product worthy of its namesake. So here we have the first fully electric Read more
A while back, we examined the difference in sound quality between wired and wireless Apple CarPlay. Now that many Android-based smartphones have access to additional audio streaming codecs like LDAC and aptX, it’s time to check out how they perform in terms of signal accuracy and frequency response. We’ll use the Sony XAV-9000ES digital media receiver we tested in May 2024 for Read more
