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4-in-1 Emergency Tool/Flashlight
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Transportation
This 4-in-1 Emergency Tool features 9 flashing LEDs to warn others of your peril, a glass break hammer, a white bulb flashlight on its top and a seatbelt cutter. Think of it as extreme mini-jaws of life. The device is waterproof and comes with 2 AA batteries. It attaches to any metal surface with the magnet on its bottom. The tool has a special holiday price of $18.95 with free shipping, less if you order in quantity.
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MINI E Goes For Early Test Drive
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Hot Deals, Science, Transportation
Five hundred lucky folks in Southern California, New York City and New Jersey will be given a chance to test drive the new 3-door MINI E before it is released to the general public. The vehicle is powered by an electric motor and can reach 62 mph in only 8.5 seconds, with a top speed of 95 mph. The motor is made of over 5,000 individual power cells to make up a single battery. Head over to the MINI site to sign up and you may be one of the lucky ones to be chosen.
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Aegis Mobility DriveAssist System Intercepts Calls
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Cell Phones, Transportation
The Canadian company Aegis Mobility has teamed with Nationwide Insurance to create technology that will add to transportation safety. The DriveAssist System automatically intercepts call and text messages when the vehicle is moving. With satellite navigation technology, it will tell the callers where the driver is located and presents them with auto-call back request and priority notification. Other features include allowing 911 calls and an override feature for passengers. Aegis’ service is available by subscription through mobile service providers. We figure that the DriveAssist is like MyKey, more for parents than adults who continue to drive and speak.
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Talking Tire Pressure Gauge
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Transportation
Checking tire pressure is difficult enough, so it’s about time someone simplified the chore. The Talking Tire Pressure Gauge can be used in the day or night with its LED. Solar-powered, it has a circular radial light and back lit plate with digital display. Good for cars, trucks, and almost all things cycled, the red gauge includes a depth ruler and auto-shut down. Made of ABS with sheet metal, it requires 2 CR2032 batteries and comes at a price of only $9.99.
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Do-Not-Cross Warning Line
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Transportation
During an emergency, while waiting for the tow truck to arrive, wouldn’t it be nice not to have worry about anyone running into you at the side of the road? String up your handy Do-Not-Cross Warning Line. The gadget is 6.5 ft. long, has 10 flashing LEDs, and features hanging rings on each side. The cable runs on 3 AA batteries and we figure it would also be quite useful for parties, tailgating, or anywhere else you want to stand out among a crowd. The Warning Line is available for $11.68.
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Texting While Driving More Dangerous than Being Under Influence of Drugs, Alcohol
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Cell Phones, Handhelds, Transportation
A study conducted by the Transport Research Laboratory in the UK has determined that text messaging while driving is more dangerous than being under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The report found that those texting had a 35% decrease in reaction time. That’s quite a bit higher than those who smoked the evil weed who were 21% slower and those juiced up who were 12% slower. The study also concluded that texters were more likely to wander out of their lanes and that their steering was 91% worse than those who drove without being distracted.
Read More | Times Online
Streetline Informs Drivers of Available Parking
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Transportation
Streetline has gotten together with San Francisco, which is apparently willing to spend $95 million so that 25% of the city can find a place to park. Drivers will be notified via smartphone and signs and will be able to pay via their phones as well eventually. The city is hoping to cut down on traffic congestion.
Streetline claims that their service gives the status of curbside, lot and garage spaces 24 hours a day, every day. The system consists of a wireless sensor inside a 4 x 4-inch piece of plastic fastened to the pavement next to the space.
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GM Finally Unveils Chevy Volt
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, Design, GPS, Transportation, Wireless / WiFi
If you live in Michigan, you couldn’t help but be inundated with news about the official unveiling of the Chevy Volt. Run on electricity from its 16-kWh, lithium-ion battery, it has a gas/E85-powered engine to sustain the battery and keep the car moving. GM estimates that a driver who drives about 40 miles per day should save about $1,500 a year. Other features include a 7-inch touchscreen display, climate and infotainment controls, GPS, and Bluetooth capability. Unfortunately, GM won’t even begin production until 2010 on the $40,000 car.
Read More | Autoblog Green
Navigon 2000S GPS Navigator
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: GPS, Transportation
In case you have recently been shopping for the navigationally challenged in your life, Navigon’s 2000S is the company’s new entry level GPS device with plenty of features. It has text-to-speech, Lane Assist and Reality View Pros, DirectHelp, and a handy speed limit display. With a 3.5” screen, the satnav comes without 3-D landmarks and voice command which is on their higher priced 7200T. The Navigator will be available for $199.99 this holiday season.
Read More | GPS Tracklog
Wireless Backup Camera
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Cameras, Transportation, Wireless / WiFi
Jealous of those who have gadgets to help them park and/or avoid things in the driveway? The Wireless Backup Camera can be mounted on your license plate and plugged into your reverse light socket. The 3 1/2-inch LCD goes on your visor, air vent, dashboard, or other convenient spot. The cam comes with all the hardware needed at a price of $129.99. Think of it as saving your kid’s bike, your lawnmower, the neighbors dog…
Read More | Sky Mall
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