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Garmin Recalls Nav Units, Affects Automotive Market

Published on September 14, 2010 in Recalls. 2 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

Garmin Nuvi 785T

Remember the laptop battery recalls which came and went a couple years ago?  Yeah, me too.  It seems that an unknown number of Garmin satellite navigation units can spark a fire if their faulty batteries get too hot.  The affected units are available both as built-in navigation units sold with a car and through the aftermarket.

There’s a long list of recalled units after the jump, including specific recalls from Nissan and Suzuki.  As more manufacturers figure out specifics, we’ll be sure and keep you informed.

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What do you look for in a car?

Published on July 7, 2010 in Buying a Car, Tips and Under the Hood (In Depth). 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

There are a lot of things to think about when buying a car, and most people focus on the different aspects of the “deal.”  This includes the monthly payment, how much they want to finance, how much money they want or can afford to put down on it, or what the best finance rate they can get is.  I’m here to talk about some of the other things to look for, such as driving dynamics and the myriad of options available on today’s technology-laden automobiles.

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PSA: Got a dead battery?

Published on January 26, 2010 in General and Under the Hood (In Depth). 1 Comment Tags: , , , , , , , .

Image Source: http://www.sendafriendautocare.com/images/car-battery.jpgFor many decades, the only electronics in cars were their radios, lights and ignition systems.  Then came power windows and locks, followed by fuel injection, which introduced computers to the automobile.  Then sensors galore, and with them, more computers.  Nowadays, satellite navigation, touch screens and high-powered sound systems are standard or optional on most vehicles.  With all the new electronic gizmos that automakers have added to their products, it’s no wonder that car batteries die quicker.  Not to mention motorized seats and mirrors.

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New-Car Pricing: 2011 Volvo C70 Retractable Hardtop

Published on January 13, 2010 in New-Car Pricing. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , .

Volvo’s hardtop convertible, the 2011 C70, will be costing buyers a minimum of $39,950 ($40,800 with $850 destination charge) when it goes on sale later this year.  According to Volvo, the new base price is a savings of $4,000 over similarly-equipped 2010 C70s, with more standard features, such as leather seating and SIRIUS satellite radio.  With a slightly-redesigned exterior, and new materials (especially leather, called “Sovereign Hides”) used to create the interior, the C70 presents a compelling option for lovers of convertibles who want the quiet of a coupe (with the top up, of course), and don’t want to spend a ton of money.

by John Suit

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