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What Is a Wi-Fi Hot Spot?
A Wi-Fi hot spot is a hardware system installed in a car that uses an antenna and router to connect to a cellular network and a receiver to connect to devices within and around the car.
Tesla To Offer 200 mph Model S Plaid Track Package
When Tesla first unveiled its extraordinary Model S Plaid high-performance car in 2021, the company made some eye-popping promises. Among…
Report: Ford Will Open F-150 Lightning Orders Tomorrow
The Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup has been one of the most talked-about vehicles in America since its 2021 debut.…
Recall Alert: Mercedes EQE, EQS, EQS SUV, and S-Class PHEV
Mercedes has issued a recall for about 3,800 vehicles because the vehicles might not alert drivers of a battery malfunction.…
All-New 2024 Ford Ranger to Debut Wednesday
America is Ford’s birthplace and home market, and the center of pickup truck demand worldwide. So it’s seemed strange that,…
What Are Trailer-Towing Technologies?
Trailer-towing technologies are software and hardware systems that make hitching up and navigating with heavy loads or large equipment (fifth wheels, boats, etc.) easier for properly-equipped pickup trucks and SUVs. Towing systems usually incorporate overhead and backup cameras to see while reversing toward the trailer coupler.
What Is a Welcome Light?
A welcome light, also called a puddle light, projects a spotlight onto the ground before the vehicle’s entryways. LED light is emitted from the bottom of the side mirrors or open doors.
What Is a Walk-Away Door Lock?
A walk-away door lock secures the vehicle remotely once the driver walks far enough away that the connected phone or key fob (also known as a proximity key) on their person triggers the automated locking response.
What Are USB Charging Ports?
USB charging ports are power outlets using the universal serial bus (USB) female socket. USB is a plug-and-play interface commonly used for computers and handheld electronic devices. Depending on the application, USB can convey electricity, data, or both.
What Is a Virtual Dashboard?
Virtual dashboards are digital instrument panels substituting a flat or curved panel screen for the cluster of analog and digital gauges. Virtual dashboards can deliver a broader range of information to the driver, such as vehicle diagnostics, advanced driver assistance services (ADAS), and alternative camera views that can improve a driver’s road awareness.