Wednesday, December 19, 2012
2013 New Car Models
Posted by Mr. Magic Car Wash on 10:45 AM
2012 is coming to a close, and it has been a great year for cars. Here is a great video that shows some images of the 2013 concept cars. Do you have any cars you have your eyes on for next year?
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Car Themed Holiday Gifts
Posted by Mr. Magic Car Wash on 10:30 AM
Here are ten gifts that are great for the car lover in your life. All of these gifts are under $100 dollars and are great for all ages. There is everything from a headrest mount to a car organizer. Do you have any gifts for the car lover in your life.
Here are 10 gifts that are based on the car, listed in alphabetical order. Our choices run the gamut from functional to fun, and each comes with a price tag of less than $100.
Bracketron Universal Tablet Headrest Mount, $39.95: With this handy headrest mount, rear passengers can set up an iPad (or any other tablet) for a hands-free viewing experience. The mount clasps securely to the driver or front-passenger headrest and is easy to remove and install.
Cobra BT 225 Tag Alarm, $59.99: Anyone who's ever lost his or her keys or smartphone will see the value in this device. This Bluetooth-enabled key fob works with Android or BlackBerry smartphones and helps make sure you don't misplace your phone or keys by sounding an alarm when the two are separated.
CommuteMate CellCup Auto Organizer, $10.09: If you have someone on your gift list who's on the obsessive-compulsive, anal-retentive end of the spectrum, he or she will probably appreciate this handy little invention from CommuteMate. Designed to fit within a standard cupholder, this organizer keeps things like cell phones, keychains, loose change and MP3 players securely stashed and within easy reach.
Dream Garages International by Lee Klancher, $35: Gearheads love looking at photos of gorgeous cars, and there are plenty to enjoy in Dream Garages International. Journeying from Europe to Australia to North America to Japan, this tome spotlights some of the world's most envy-inspiring automobile collections.
Instant Bench Seat Cover, $94: Anyone who's ever taken man's best friend along for a ride knows that a car's backseat can quickly fall victim to pet hair and paw marks. This tufted, machine-washable seat cover repels hair and moisture. Elastic straps and metal clips keep it firmly in place.
Motormouse Computer Mouse, $49.95 and up: This wireless computer mouse allows users to get their hands on something four-wheeled and sporty every time they fire up their computers. It's available in Porsche 911 and Mini Cooper versions, with real rubber tires, chrome alloy wheels and a high-quality paint finish.
Park Smart Garage Wall Guard, $17.95: Park a car in a tight garage and it means ingress and egress have to be handled gingerly to avoid dinging and scratching the car door. Measuring more than 2 feet long, half a foot tall and nearly three-quarter-inch thick, this guard fits on the wall of the garage. It's made of soft plastic that allows the door to contact the wall without unsightly consequences.
Prius Sun Visor Nav Cap, $35.99: Who doesn't know someone who owns and loves a Prius? One thing Prius owners complain about is the fact that the car's navigation screen washes out in bright sunlight. This navigation hood solves that problem by eliminating unwanted glare.
Retro Heated Travel Mug, $19.22: Some people love getting the day started with a steaming cup of Joe, and sometimes they enjoy that cup while braving the daily commute. In such cases, this heated mug — which plugs into a car's 12-volt adapter and comes with a helpful analog temperature gauge — can help make sure the morning pick-me-up stays piping hot.
SuperTooth HD, $67.98: Text-to-speech functionality allows you to listen to incoming text messages via your car's sound system and send outgoing texts via voice commands. It's the hot new thing for the connected set. SuperTooth HD combines this technology with standard Bluetooth, allowing the user to text or talk on the phone without taking his hands off the wheel.
For more information see Edmunds.
Here are 10 gifts that are based on the car, listed in alphabetical order. Our choices run the gamut from functional to fun, and each comes with a price tag of less than $100.
Bracketron Universal Tablet Headrest Mount, $39.95: With this handy headrest mount, rear passengers can set up an iPad (or any other tablet) for a hands-free viewing experience. The mount clasps securely to the driver or front-passenger headrest and is easy to remove and install.
Cobra BT 225 Tag Alarm, $59.99: Anyone who's ever lost his or her keys or smartphone will see the value in this device. This Bluetooth-enabled key fob works with Android or BlackBerry smartphones and helps make sure you don't misplace your phone or keys by sounding an alarm when the two are separated.
CommuteMate CellCup Auto Organizer, $10.09: If you have someone on your gift list who's on the obsessive-compulsive, anal-retentive end of the spectrum, he or she will probably appreciate this handy little invention from CommuteMate. Designed to fit within a standard cupholder, this organizer keeps things like cell phones, keychains, loose change and MP3 players securely stashed and within easy reach.
Dream Garages International by Lee Klancher, $35: Gearheads love looking at photos of gorgeous cars, and there are plenty to enjoy in Dream Garages International. Journeying from Europe to Australia to North America to Japan, this tome spotlights some of the world's most envy-inspiring automobile collections.
Instant Bench Seat Cover, $94: Anyone who's ever taken man's best friend along for a ride knows that a car's backseat can quickly fall victim to pet hair and paw marks. This tufted, machine-washable seat cover repels hair and moisture. Elastic straps and metal clips keep it firmly in place.
Motormouse Computer Mouse, $49.95 and up: This wireless computer mouse allows users to get their hands on something four-wheeled and sporty every time they fire up their computers. It's available in Porsche 911 and Mini Cooper versions, with real rubber tires, chrome alloy wheels and a high-quality paint finish.
Park Smart Garage Wall Guard, $17.95: Park a car in a tight garage and it means ingress and egress have to be handled gingerly to avoid dinging and scratching the car door. Measuring more than 2 feet long, half a foot tall and nearly three-quarter-inch thick, this guard fits on the wall of the garage. It's made of soft plastic that allows the door to contact the wall without unsightly consequences.
Prius Sun Visor Nav Cap, $35.99: Who doesn't know someone who owns and loves a Prius? One thing Prius owners complain about is the fact that the car's navigation screen washes out in bright sunlight. This navigation hood solves that problem by eliminating unwanted glare.
Retro Heated Travel Mug, $19.22: Some people love getting the day started with a steaming cup of Joe, and sometimes they enjoy that cup while braving the daily commute. In such cases, this heated mug — which plugs into a car's 12-volt adapter and comes with a helpful analog temperature gauge — can help make sure the morning pick-me-up stays piping hot.
SuperTooth HD, $67.98: Text-to-speech functionality allows you to listen to incoming text messages via your car's sound system and send outgoing texts via voice commands. It's the hot new thing for the connected set. SuperTooth HD combines this technology with standard Bluetooth, allowing the user to text or talk on the phone without taking his hands off the wheel.
For more information see Edmunds.
Friday, December 7, 2012
Improve Your Gas Mileage
Posted by Mr. Magic Car Wash on 7:19 AM
Improving your gas mileage is something that everyone wants to do. Here are some tips and tricks to make your car go the extra mile. Make sure to keep your car clean because that can help your gas mileage up to 7 percent.
Don't top off your tank, even if you're sure your next fill-up will cost more. Once the nozzle clicks off, any additional gas winds up in the hose, back in the storage tank, or down the side of you vehicle.
Don't idle. If you're stuck in traffic for more than a minute, shut off the engine.
Don't park in the sun. Heat speeds fuel evaporation, even while the vehicle sits.
Don't drive dirty. Keeping a car clean and waxed improves aerodynamics and mileage (up to 7 percent.)
Don't leave your windows down on the highway, where the A/C is more efficient because open windows cause drag.
Do drive the speel limit. Each mile you drive over 60mph is like paying 20 cents more a gallon of gas
Do avoid quick starts and stops. They can decrease mileage as much as 5 percont.
Do remove any extra weight. An extra 100 lbs in the trunk cuts mileage by 1 to two percent. Detach the roof rack to minimize drag.
Do leave your windows down when driving around town instead of using the air conditioner.
Click here for more information on gas mileage.
Don't top off your tank, even if you're sure your next fill-up will cost more. Once the nozzle clicks off, any additional gas winds up in the hose, back in the storage tank, or down the side of you vehicle.
Don't idle. If you're stuck in traffic for more than a minute, shut off the engine.
Don't park in the sun. Heat speeds fuel evaporation, even while the vehicle sits.
Don't drive dirty. Keeping a car clean and waxed improves aerodynamics and mileage (up to 7 percent.)
Don't leave your windows down on the highway, where the A/C is more efficient because open windows cause drag.
Do drive the speel limit. Each mile you drive over 60mph is like paying 20 cents more a gallon of gas
Do avoid quick starts and stops. They can decrease mileage as much as 5 percont.
Do remove any extra weight. An extra 100 lbs in the trunk cuts mileage by 1 to two percent. Detach the roof rack to minimize drag.
Do leave your windows down when driving around town instead of using the air conditioner.
Click here for more information on gas mileage.
