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maplin In-Car 12V Microwave

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, Transportation

In-Car MicrowaveHow often do you spring for a fast food meal on the road and end up with a burger and fries that are room temperature at best? Now you can cook your own with maplin’s in-car Microwave. Plug into your 12V socket and program the LED touchscreen to heat your sandwich or SpaghettiOs in quick time. Built of steel with a heavy duty handle, it will even stand up to the kidlets’ Lunchables. Find it at a price of £79.97 (~$147.00.)

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GM Plans Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Corporate News, Editorial, Science, Transportation

Hummer H2

AM General, the company that makes the Hummer H2 for GM, is hoping to make wheelchair-accessible vehicles by 2010. The car will be made for the U.S. and Canada and will include an automatic ramp that will be able to handle wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobile devices. They say they already have reservations for 3,500 units. Since GM has mentioned that other parties might be interested in its Hummer brand, it will be interesting to see if this will be another carrot or a last ditch effort by the company to keep those gas-hogs on the road.

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uconnect to Provide WiFi in Cars

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Cell Phones, GPS, Portable Audio / Video, Transportation, Wireless / WiFi

uconnectIt won’t be long before you can get WiFi in your car or truck. The “uconnect” system will be available in most 2009 Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep automobiles. The wireless technology is a dealer-installed extra and operates over cell phone lines. Users will be able to utilize laptops, cell phones, and MP3 players with an onboard control, even when moving. It also features GPS, a 30GB hard drive, and an option for satellite TV and radio. While there is a monthly fee involved, there is not yet a specific amount announced.

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Smart Car Aces Crash Tests

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Corporate News, Transportation

Smart Car

We were happy to find out that the new Smart Car did well during its recent crash tests. The 8 foot car received the highest rating in both front-end and side impact testing. It received the second highest rating for rear crashes. Adrian Lund, president of the IIHS that conducted the test, said that a small car may be safer in congested urban areas, where crashes occur less often.

“All things being equal in safety, bigger and heavier is always better. But among the smallest cars, the engineers of the Smart did their homework and designed a high level of safety into a very small package,” Lund said. Looking at the results, it’s even a smaller package now.

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Italian Car Maker Develops Wiper-Free Windshield

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, Science, Transportation

Hindra

Imagine not having to deal with the noise and hassle of replacing windshield wipers. This is exactly what Italian Car Designer Leonardo Fioravanti has done with his prototype Hindra. The windshield not only filters out UV rays, it repels water. “Nano-dust” forces dirt to the glass edges activated by sensors. Electricity is used to run the entire mechanism. The process is completed by drag which allows freer flowing air over the windshield. The Hindra and its technology will be on display next month at the Geneva Motor Show.


Make Sandwiches While You Drive

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, Transportation

Sandwich MakerThis must have been designed for cab drivers, security guards, soccer moms/dads, and those that want fast food without the grease. The Road Pro 12 Volt Sandwich Maker plugs into your cigarette lighter socket and runs on 5 amps. It has a power-on indicator light, is non-stick, and has a 5 ft. power cord in case someone in the back has the munchies, too. The Sandwich Maker carries a 90 day warranty and a price of $19.50, not much more than a Crave Case of White Castle Burgers.

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CES 2008 Video: Microsoft SYNC Car Recognition

Posted by Andru Edwards
Categories: Full Episodes, Gizmatic, Cell Phones, CES, CES 2008, Features, Microsoft, Podcasts, Transportation, Videocasts


We learned all about Sync at , and have lots to share. Sync is integrated software that’s factory-installed in certain Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars. It allows you to control your cell phone and music player via voice recognition. Once your cell phone is “synced” with the software and your contacts are transferred, just press the button on the steering wheel and speak your command, such as “Call Mom.” Mom is immediately dialed, and you can talk to her without ever touching your phone. What’s also cool is that you can control your entire music library via voice as well, just by saying the name of the artist, song, album or even playlist. Just sync up your (except the Shuffle), , MP3 player or even a thumb drive, and you’re good to go.


NAIAS 2008: Jaguar XKR

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Corporate News, Design, Transportation

Jaguar XKR

The Jaguar XKR was just too special to pass by. It carries a MSRP of ~$90,000 and is the elitest of the elite. With 420 horsepower and a 4.2 liter V-8 engine, we assume you are going to rule the road with this one as it can hit a top speed of 155 mph and accelerate to 60 in 4.9 seconds. It was the luxury that we just couldn’t get past. Reach up and the ceiling is all kid leather. You don’t just get new car smell in this car. It figuratively screams, “I am so rich!” The seats and steering wheel adjustments are so exact, even the shortest of us fit. A couple of interior shots after the jump. All we can say is that this is the car we want to be buried in.

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NAIAS 2008: China Left Outside Main Hall

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Design, Transportation

LTI TX4

We headed for the NAIAS in Cobo Hall in downtown Detroit yesterday and were surprised at how little was going on, but greatful because we showed up on an industry “crowd” day so there wasn’t a lot of hype. Even before you get in the main floor, you notice that the Chinese cars weren’t allowed in with the American cars, so we wandered over to a couple of them before going inside. One of these is the TX4, created here as a taxi. This is what LTI refers to as a “multifunctional classic business car.” Included in its advantages is u-turns without 3-point turning, ABS for anti-lock, and basic comfort for passengers.

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CES 2008: Magellan Maestro Elite 5340+GPRS

Posted by Jenny Lewis
Categories: Accessories, CES, CES 2008, Google, GPS, Wireless / WiFi

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has premiered their newest GPS unit for autos, the 5340+GPRS, the first GPS unit with Google Local Search.  Users can search their area for events, businesses and services, receiving real-time results from Google based upon the user’s current location or a specified location.

The wireless GPRS service also enables the unit to deliver up-to-the-minute information on traffic and weather.  Additionally, users planning trips in advance can send addresses or other information directly to the unit using the wireless service.  In case a change to an itinerary is needed while the trip is in progress, third parties can send changes to the unit using the Magellan website.

Like the rest of the recently-introduced Elite line, the 5340+GPRS features voice command, a USB port and 6 million points of interest.  It also features a 533 MHZ S-Media 3362 processor and and a 5-inch WQVGA widescreen.  The Maestro 5340+GPRS will be available for puchase in March for and estimated $1299. Full press release available, after the break.

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