Designed to protect the driver and front passenger in a frontal collision. Mounted in the steering wheel hub and in the right side of the dashboard, they inflate and deflate within a fraction of [...]
Generally delivers better fuel economy and more pulling power than a comparable gas engine, but requires the use of diesel fuel, which is harder to find than gasoline and often costs more.
Designed to cushion and protect occupants’ heads. Located on both the left and right sides of the vehicle, curtain-side airbags deploy from above the front and rear side windows in a side-impact [...]
Useful when backing out of blind parking spots. Sensors at the rear of the vehicle can detect cars coming down the aisle from either side and sound an alarm.
When a sensor detects that you’re closing too quickly on an object ahead of you—meaning a collision is imminent—an alarm is sounded. Some go so far as to apply the brakes for you. Continuously [...]
The ability of a radio system to work with Bluetooth wireless connectivity to function in concert with a cellular phone. Consumer Guide® Automotive refers to this feature as a wireless cell-phone link.
Essentially behaves much like a conventional automatic transmission, though it’s mechanically similar to a manual transmission—which is more efficient. It’s usually set to shift automatically, [...]
GM’s OnStar is perhaps the best known, but some other companies offer their own versions. There’s usually a monthly fee involved after an initial trial period. Assistance systems commonly include [...]
