Cars how-tos

  • Ask Us: Why do car makers like LED lights?

    22 Oct 2009 2:46 PM

    LED lights are shining at us from everywhere in cars these days. Derek Fung explains why.

  • Please Explain: Xenon headlights

    19 Oct 2009 5:34 PM

    What makes Xenon headlights better (and more expensive)? Derek Fung explains.

  • What is an FM modulator?

    24 Sep 2009 4:49 PM

    Want sweet iPod tunes in your car, but don't want the static and tinny sound generated by many FM transmitters? There is another way and it doesn't involve an expensive new sound system.

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  • Audi R8 Spyder

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