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Chevrolet Camaro 2018 new car review | performance, price

10/17/2018, 1:37:03 AM
Our comprehensive review of the new 2018 Chevrolet Camaro right-hand drive conversion by HSV. ✔ The most obvious compromise is practicality, because despite there being two nominal seats in the back this is in reality a two-seat sports car ✔ The boot is also pretty tight, with a relatively small opening ✔ Let's start a personal and meaningful conversation! Leave a comment (Get advice from an expert)


Special edition Fiat 500 on the way | Drive.con.au

10/16/2018, 8:58:43 PM
A special edition Fiat 500 is about to spring into Aussie showrooms. ✔ Designer 16-inch alloy wheels, chrome bonnet line, mirror covers and bumper inserts as well as a two-tone paint scheme in ‘Bianco gelato and lunare grey’ are some of its stand-out elements ✔ Embroided Collezione floor mats, striped seat inserts and white dash highlights help set the special edition model apart ✔ Let's start a personal and meaningful conversation! Leave a comment (Get advice from an expert)


Samsung unveils Exynos chips built for connected cars

10/17/2018, 12:42:21 AM
It's offering camera sensors, too. ✔ To some extent, Samsung is using the new Auto badging to wring out extra revenue from its semiconductor business ✔ It won't be quite so dependent on phone and tablet sales ✔ And when the company is increasingly invested in autonomous driving and other smart car technologies, it only makes sense to offer components designed explicitly for on-the-road computing


911 plate sells at auction

10/16/2018, 8:58:41 PM
Porsche die-hard drops over $500,000 on 911 plate. CarArticle - drive.com.au ✔ Yet, it still seems absurd every time we hear about it ✔ And, just over a year ago in NSW, another Shannons auction saw the number ’29’ plate sell for $745,000 ✔ Let's start a personal and meaningful conversation! Leave a comment (Get advice from an expert)


Toyota, Line to offer voice-controlled AI navigation from next summer

10/16/2018, 9:56:41 PM
Toyota Motor Corp and messaging app provider Line Corp said Monday they will offer an artificial intelligence platform with voice commands for navigation services available in Toyota cars in Japan from next summer. The navigation services will use Line's Clova (Cloud Virtual Assistant) Auto system, a cloud-based AI platform, which… ✔ Accidents caused by those operating smartphones while driving have risen in recent years ✔ CEATEC will open its doors to the public from Tuesday and run for four days ✔ This year, 725 companies and organizations from 20 countries and regions will exhibit their latest technologies and products


BMW X7 2019 Revealed | Drive.com.au

10/17/2018, 1:36:59 AM
Greg Kable has all the details on the new full-size, seven-seat BMW X7, including specifications, space, performance and features. ✔ Swarovski glass is used on the iDrive circular controller and the gear selector for an authentic, upmarket flavour ✔ With a nose for news and experience in motor racing, Tobes is one of the countries most authoritative motoring experts ✔ Let's start a personal and meaningful conversation! Leave a comment (Get advice from an expert)


'AWD' vs. '4WD' | What's the Difference Between the Two Systems? | Digital Trends

10/16/2018, 10:21:28 PM
Four-wheel drive (4WD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) are similar, but not identical. One is found on trucks and SUVs and is designed for challenging off-road conditions, while the other gives sedan owners some added peace of mind. Here, we explain the differences between the two systems. ✔ Despite the increasing number of online resources and shifting dealer strategies, car shopping is still a headache ✔ Older trucks, such as 1990s Toyota Land Cruisers, have full-time systems ✔ They come with an additional center differential to enable limited slip for better drivability on the road, and the system does it all for you All-Wheel Drive (AWD) All-wheel drive is a much more recent innovation and is a little more complicated


Audi fined $1.3 billion for diesel emissions breach | Drive.com.au

10/17/2018, 1:37:01 AM
Audi has agreed to pay €800 million ($1.3 billion) in fines to German authorities for its role in the Volkswagen Group’s diesel emissions scandal. ✔ Fallout from the issue continues to hit the car industry ✔ New real-world emissions testing has hit VW and Audi’s bottom line as the brands struggle to get diverse ranges to meet new requirements in Europe ✔ Dave is often found at a racetrack – either in the press room, or driving his hot hatch ✔ Let's start a personal and meaningful conversation! Leave a comment (Get advice from an expert)


Amazon's 2018 Hardware Event: Here's Everything That Was Announced | Digital Trends

10/16/2018, 11:52:57 PM
Amazon's hardware announcement was in September which meant a whole bunch of new Amazon Alexa devices. Digital Trends attended the event, and will be updating you here as we learn more about the devices. From a microwave to stereo equipment, the number of new gadgets could total as many as eight. ✔ Amazon’s annual hardware event took place in September, where the company took the opportunity to rapid-fire a total of 12 new devices at us in under an hour ✔ You’ll be able to name the plugs what you wish so Alexa knows which device you are trying to control


Opinion: What We Want in Red Dead Online

10/17/2018, 12:06:05 AM
Our hopes for the new (online) frontier ✔ While Red Dead Redemption 2’s single player is less than two weeks from release, we here at IGN are also super excited for its multiplayer component, Red Dead Online ✔ White Hats v Black Hats One of the key differences between the old west and the modern era of GTA Online is that back then individual citizens played a much larger role in policing their towns/territories


2019 BMW X7 is a three-row SUV crammed to the brim with tech

10/16/2018, 10:42:14 PM
It's a pricey proposition, too, with its base model starting at $73,900. ✔ If you want to pretend the X7 is some kind of sports car -- and it feels that way with the V8, to be honest -- there's an optional Dynamic Handling Package that adds rear axle steering, sportier brakes and, on the V8 model, BMW's M Sport rear differential


Napup Fly: Sleep On Planes Without Accidentally Snuggling Strangers | Digital Trends

10/16/2018, 8:57:50 PM
Odd gadget, or a hug for your face? The Napup Fly+ is a travel pillow, sleep mask, and personal speaker system all rolled into one. The ergonomic support attaches to the back of the headrest and holds your head up, so you don't wind up sleeping on the shoulder of the passenger next to you. ✔ Ever drift off on a long flight, only to realize once you fell asleep, your head lolled to one side until it was resting on the shoulder of the stranger next to you ✔ The front of the Napup Fly also has a sleep mask to block out light ✔ The sides of the more advanced Napup+ have a sound system built in with a 0.35mm headphone jack, replacing the noise of the airplane with your music


Plantronics BackBeat Go 410 review

10/16/2018, 8:29:42 PM
Entry-level, active noise-cancellation earbuds ✔ If there's bright spot in terms of the performance, it's the headphone’s strong, reliable connection thanks to the inclusion of Bluetooth 5.0 that prevented the headphones from skipping or dropping out in our daily use ✔ Don't miss our guide to the best Bluetooth earbuds!


Hot Wheels' real-life 'Rocket League' RC cars land November 1st

10/16/2018, 10:37:08 PM
RC Rocket League brings the video game to life. ✔ The set comes with two radio-controlled battle-cars -- Octane and Dominus -- an arena, and a ball, with more cars planned as expansion sets ✔ You won't be able to wreak havoc with your Xbox One, PS4, or any controller, however, as Hot Wheels has opted to use an Android and iPhone app for input instead


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