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Save yourself the hassle. Buy Performance auto parts online!

2010-02-06T21:43:00.000-08:00

Often,
in pulling off a number of things, the one way to remain sane throughout the
entire encounter is to retain a bit of order, to give oneself a coherent structure
to follow. So if the matter has to do with buying performance
auto parts online, the first thing you have to do is obviously to build
up on a plan. With all pertinent details and information laid out on a neat,
tidy arrangement, you’ll feel like everything is already starting to fall
in place, even before you’ve taken the first step.

So here’s the plan. The first thing, the first and foremost, is to determine
significant—key—information that can help you find whatever missing
part it is that your ride needs. Follow the vein of thought and two ideas will
pop up here: auto parts and online. These
are the areas that your search must obviously focus on. Why online? In this
day and age, a number of automotive suppliers have sprung up left and right
in the Internet, opening a whole new world of convenience and flexibility. Why
go to all the bother of checking out an auto part shop personally, with all
the trouble and effort the trip will surely entail, if you can just acquire
the replacement parts you wish to with only
a single click of the mouse? No need to move from where you are. Nor will you
need to wrack up transportation costs since you won’t be going anywhere
in the first place.

If
you’re an extremely busy individual, with plenty of things on your day–to-day
plate to see to, the notion of carving up a lousy few minutes just so you can
sprint to the auto parts supplier nearest to your current location does not
sound awfully handy and convenient. Besides, there’s no telling what may
happen if you decide to set off for the auto parts supplier. Vicious traffic
build-ups, brave animals appearing and dashing towards the middle of the road,
three seconds before you run over them, and other road mishaps tend to shake
most drivers’ beliefs in the credibility of good faith and in the notion
that everything will turn out for the best, even when your ride is in desperate
need of this engine part or that exhaust item. Which is why, online is better.
And because online commerce has since boomed, a number of auto
parts suppliers have already sprang up out there, offering great items like
disc brake conversion kits or rotors, even air filters or ac compressors, at
discount prices with excellent service. And though they certainly won’t
fall at your feet in packs, I think it’s the same assumption that online
search engines will make your job easier for you since all you have to do is
type the words in. Remember to check on the available information on the company,
though. You’re not just looking for any sort of car parts but for performance
auto parts so make sure the supplier is reliable.

When you have the info and you’ve gone online, what else is there to do?
Well, just one more thing. After all, there’s one characteristic that
all human pursuits must share and this is—yep—persistence. So whether
you are looking for car parts like wheel
alloys or other equally elusive wheel and tire accessories on this planet, the
key to getting your hands on them is pretty simple: keep at it. And sooner or
later, those performance auto parts will
land right on your lap.

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2010-02-05T21:34:00.000-08:00

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Tips on buying auto parts online

2010-02-04T21:22:00.000-08:00

A good day could easily be ruined by a discovery that your car's headlights
are no longer working. And to make things worse, you're too busy to go to the
hardware store because of your work schedule or responsibilities at home.
But then again, what year is it already?!! Reality check - we are already living
in a world full of conveniences with just a click of a button. One of the most
useful innovations of all time is the internet. And through the internet, we
can know almost about anything and the best part is, we can even do shopping.
In the comfort of your own home, you can do your personal online shopping for
your auto parts. There's no longer the need to drive all the way to the store
with broken headlights, silently pray that you'll get there safe and patiently
look for a parking space when you get there. With online shopping, you have
hundreds of choices and product descriptions to help you find out what car part
is suited for your car. Aside from saving so much time, you also save your self
the effort and the pressure of shopping at the store with lots of people waiting
in line at the cashier.
Product reviews are also available online so that you'll know which product
is the best instead of constantly asking the sales clerk the usual question,
“Are you sure this is the right one?” And if still not contented
with the reviews, you can even check for further product information.
Another advantage of online shopping is that it is available for 24 hours!
No more waiting for the store to open or worrying if the store is already closed.
You just sit down, turn on your computer and click the products you want to
buy. And they will be delivered right at your doorstep within five days or even
less. You can also easily return or cancel a merchandise easily and sometimes,
tracking is available so that you'll know order's location before it reaches
you.
Of
course, online shopping also entails some precautions and responsibilities.
First, you must make sure that the online store you are ordering from is a reputable one to avoid internet fraud. In order to do this, you must at
least do a background checking first. Second, you need to protect your privacy
by buying in secure websites only.
Third, always remember to keep a copy of your online transactions for future
validation purposes. And fourth, be extremely careful when checking delivery
receipts because sometimes, errors can not be avoided.
When shopping for auto parts online, buyers should find some features when
choosing your online stores. One is that the online store should be honest in providing product information and availability.
It must be fast in the processing of orders. The shipping cost and speed should
be reasonable enough and also, it should have a clear return/exchange policy
to avoid problems and confusions.
If you think you have already accomplished all of the above, then i guess you're
ready to shop for auto parts online. Stop worrying about finding the time to
replace your broken headlights, just simply order online and enjoy the rest of your time while waiting.

3 important tips for buying Performance Auto Parts Online

2010-02-03T21:17:00.000-08:00

Shopping
through the Internet truly is a breeze. Look at it this way: you can get almost
any product you want from the comfort of your home, instead of having to go to
the mall. You get to browse product reviews (still while sitting!) to see the
boons and banes of the particular item you’re eyeing and know if it is really
worth purchasing. Furthermore, with the ever-growing number of public and private
sellers online, you can view so many products
at the fastest time, anytime, all with one click.
Nevertheless, this benefit of seemingly endless options when you shop through
the internet can be a hassle as much as it is a plus. Too many choices can leave
you, the consumer, confused and having a hard time deciding which product to
buy and which seller to patronize. Take the case of buying performance
auto parts online. More and more car parts sellers are emerging in the Net,
each with their own vast array of auto parts all marketed to appeal to the customers.
These sellers all have their own gimmicks or promos to make you believe that
when you buy any auto part from them, you have the advantage. The question is,
how can you be sure that you’re truly getting your money’s worth
(or even more) when you buy a performance auto part online? Here are the three
most basic but very valuable tips to make sure you don’t get crooked.

Know your seller. As the Net grows larger each day, more and
more frauds that prey on the not-so-knowledgeable consumers inhabit it. Make
sure you’re buying from a reputable company or private seller that has
a tried and tested record. Ask friends or colleagues who may have bought already
from the seller you’re eyeing and know if they had any problems with their
car parts purchases. Search online for testimonials about the company and/or
the parts they sell. Always look for detailed
product information (preferably third party reports) on the performance
auto parts.

Compare
prices and promos. Avoid getting immediately hooked on a deal that
seems too good to pass up. Take the time to browse through several sites of
performance auto parts sellers and list
down what each offers for the particular auto part you seek. Sometimes what
seem like the best promo at first glance turns out to be not, as there are other
fees (i.e. shipping charges and tax) or even hidden charges that come with the
deal. Be cautious of deceiving marketing and don’t purchase and pay until
you’re sure you got the best deal.
Pay attention to details.
Little details often not considered are important to ensure a trustworthy transaction.
For instance, see if the “product checkout” page of the website
you’re viewing displays a padlock icon in the lower right-hand border
of the browser window. This indicates that the site is using secure encryption
to protect your credit card information. When buying second-hand performance
auto parts, check out all the specs needed and be aware of the risk that comes
with buying a used part.
These are very basic tips, but when
overlooked, will truly take you to Internet shopping hell. Indeed, many things
need to be considered before you buy your desired performance
auto parts online, but just take these three most important keys to heart
and you’re good to go.

Know Where All The Speed Traps are Before They Get You!

2010-02-01T21:10:00.000-08:00

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WBAL 11: Baltimore, MD

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The NavAlert speed camera detector can store around
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sets, to distinguish between such positions as fixed speed cameras, possible
mobile camera positions, red light cameras, schools, and high collision
areas.The Navalert GPS speed camera detector can also sub divide
some of these groups by speed limit, and allocate a voice alert.

The tiny NavAlert unit has an LED display on the front
of the unit, which provides additional information to the voice announcements.
While driving normally it will display the current speed. When a warning
is triggered, a chime is heard followed by an announcement such as "camera
ahead limit 60" , the speed limit at the camera site will flash ,
before going back to displaying the vehicles speed. This will typically
happen at 500 meters from the camera position, . A second chime is heard
at 200 yards from the camera site, and if the vehicle is still over the
speed limit, a continuous warning is heard "reduce speed" +
warning sound until the vehicle speed drops to the speed limit, or the
camera site is passed at which time a all clear chime is herd.

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Features

Detects to Gatso, Truvelo, SPECS, Speedmaster, DS2, traffic light cameras,
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detector will give an over-speed warning in close proximity to the camera
if exceeding the speed limit, but will automatically mute when within
the speed limit, The driver is advised of only cameras on the road they
are driving along, thereby negating false alerts, The driver is advised
as they approach high collision areas, GPS speedometer, Announces close
proximity to schools Monday - Friday 08:00 - 5:00, (school zones can be
switched off) Displays the current location as Latitude and Longitude,
which can be relayed to the emergency services or breakdown authorities.

Installation

The NavAlert is easy to install. In the box there is a small rubberized
magnet, with a peel off sticky base. The user simply has to remove the sticker
cover, and position the magnet on the top of their dashboard. Insert the
power jack into the cigar lighter, and plug the other end of the lead into
the NavAlert unit, then place on top of the magnet. It is now ready to use.

The NavAlert is very easy to update via
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Avoid summer pollution by installing catalytic converter.

2010-01-31T20:59:00.000-08:00

Disgusted by black, noxious fumes coming out of your vehicle? That smoke is fouling the air you breathe, and by the way, poisoning not only yourself but also your loved ones. And it could also mean frequent emissions tests, as mandated by various state laws and the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

You can solve that problem by installing catalytic converters into your vehicle. A catalytic converter (also known as catcon or cat) is a device that turns harmful exhaust gases like nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide and unburned fuel into basic molecules like nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide and water. "Cats" reduce the
toxicity of these emissions from your internal combustion engine. This way, these gases can no longer cause damage in the environment, thus making you safer and healthier.

Motor engines try to regulate the air:fuel ratio to 1:14.7. Meaning, for every pound of fuel to be burned, the engine needs 14.7 pounds of air to do the job. But in reality, when driving the air-fuel ratio in your engine varies from lean (an air-to-fuel ratio higher than 14.7), and other times the mixture can be rich (an air-to-fuel ratio lower than 14.7).

Because of these non-ideal conditions, the burnt fuel can actually produce other kinds of emissions like:

* Carbon monoxide - a poisonous gas that is colorless and odorless
* Hydrocarbons or volatile organic compounds - produced mostly from unburned
fuel that evaporates Sunlight breaks these down to form oxidants, which react with oxides of nitrogen
to cause ground level ozone (O3), a major component of smog.
* Nitrogen oxides - contributes to smog and acid rain, and also causes irritation
to human mucus membranes.

The catalytic converter works by:

1.Reduction of nitrogen oxides to nitrogen and oxygen.
2.Oxidation of (non greenhouse gas, but toxic) carbon monoxide to less harmful (greenhouse gas) carbon dioxide.
3.Oxidation of unburnt carcinogenic hydrocarbons to carbon dioxide and water.

Several components make up the standard catalytic converter. These are:

1.The core or substrate. The core is made up of a ceramic honeycomb, which provides support to the catalyst.
2.The washcoat. This is a mixture of silicon and aluminum. This forms with the core, a rough, irregular surface which has a large surface area. The large surface area gives more places for the catalyst to bind. The catalyst is first suspended to the washcoat before being applied to the core.
3.The catalyst. Tis is usually a precious metal, either platinum, palladium or rhodium. Platinum is most widely used but is the most expensive. Either palladium or rhodium is substituted for it. Platinum and rhodium are used as reduction catalysts, while palladium and platinum are oxidation catalysts.

One downside of having catalytic converters is that it becomes ineffective in the presence of lead, which
leads to catalyst poisoning. Catalyst poisoning occurs when a substance in the engine exhaust coats the surface of the catalyst, preventing further exhaust access to the catalytic materials. To avoid it, vehicles with catalytic converters are run using unleaded fuel. Catalytic converters help protect lessen the emissions brought about by the burning of fossil fuels. Having one installed is doing your share in protecting our environment. In the end, you are also protecting yourself and your loved ones.

Auto Parts Online Shopping Tips

2010-01-30T19:58:00.000-08:00

Auto Parts Online Shopping Tips:

Online shopping can be tricky... With thousands on online sources, it's beneficial to browse and ask around to ensure a satisfying online purchase. Auto parts is no different from any other product you want to buy online - You want to get the best deal, the most convenient shopping process, and the fastest way to get the product to
you. With Auto parts, you'll get the best deal with a vendor who always offers discount auto parts or wholesale car parts.

You only want the best quality replacement Auto Parts, OEM Auto Parts, and Aftermarket Auto Parts for your vehicle. Only trust sources that guarantees the best price, quality, and customer support. Vendors with years of successful business is also a vital characteristic in searching for the right source.

A great online retailer for replacement auto parts is Auto Parts Train. This auto parts retailer has 25 years of successful business experience with courteous customer service, great customer testimonials, and a comprehensive auto parts inventory. With Auto Parts Train, you are guaranteed the lowest prices in the auto parts market and a hassle-free shopping experience.

Preparing your car for summer.

2010-01-29T19:45:00.000-08:00

Summer is again a short step away. But before you take your gear out of the closet and set off for the charms as well as excitement of that well-deserved sea shore trip, clear a couple of things, first. Make sure the exhaust system of your ride is well and truly up for the sweaty clutch of the days that are certain to plague you for quite a bit of a spell. If you have an imperfect acquaintance with the exhaust system and often shake your head, wondering what it does in there, now's as good a time as any to play catch-up. The exhaust system is the part of your engine that sees to two chief functions: one, it gets rid of the lethal gases emitted by the engine and two, it reduces the degree of noise that inevitably results when the gases make their way out of the car's system.

Do you know what happens when gas seepage into the passenger compartment occurs? Nausea, headaches as well as heightened irritability are common. On the other hand, inhaling a goodly amount of dosage can also cause an alarming loss of consciousness and in extreme cases, even death. This bit right here is quite important to remember. After all, we all have a penchant for staying inside the car when the heat gets too high. Cooking awhile under the sun and getting a tan is fine but turning into a reddened lobster doesn't go quite well with one's notion of making merry in the summer. Neither is suffering from sunburns or skin cancer.

With that said, it is imperative that we make sure the passenger compartment won't have any gas seepage mishaps or we may find ourselves in an uncomfortable fix. And driving while the windows are down, which is one way to prevent any gas seepage from turning into a potential danger is not something most of us
wish to contemplate, much less endure when the temperature is a near-hundred degree. Sweating your way through a workout is productive. Sweating while sitting inside your car is not, especially when you're on your way to work or out for a family picnic with three squabbling kids in the backseat.

One surefire way to know if your exhaust system is already in need of immediate part replacements is excessive noise when gases escape from your muffler. The noise may indicate worn patches in the tubes somewhere within. These are torn areas through which the gases escape. If you happen to hear this with a
bit of regularity, better start a more thorough inspection of your exhaust system as soon as possible.

You may have a defective catalytic converter or a series of faulty exhaust pipes in your ride. If your system
still stays buggy after you've satisfactorily seen to these concerns, then maybe you ought to get new Oxgen sensor mufflers to go with the rest. Remember, when checking the system, do a careful job of it. Inspect the entire exhaust assembly. See the exhaust manifolds for any damages, the pipes, the resonator, tailpipe and miscellaneous clamps as well as brackets. If any of these parts have sustained damages of the critical sort, don't just diddle around in your haunches. Set out to acquire the proper replacements immediately. You don't know when you'll require the full talents of your exhaust system and exhaust system components, especially during the warm days of summer. You don't want to be driving with your windows down, squinting in the
heat and glare simply because your exhaust system is having trouble keeping up.

Not to mention the fact that you are also adding to the pollutants in the atmosphere by cruising around with leaky exhaust pipes or tubes. Is there a reason this matters? Yes, especially in connection to appreciating the oh-joys of summer. See, pollutants that clog up the air rise to the atmosphere where they proceed to destroy the ozone layer. The thinning out of the ozone and emergence of holes in it, as we know and are all aware of, both contribute to the increasing count of skin cancer and other epidermal woes in the populace due to the preponderance of harmful UV rays. If this continues, more and more people will be less than likely to grow thrilled with the prospect of beach outings and then where would that leave us? Our summers will never be the same again.

You see then. No matter how convoluted, long-winded or round-about it is, how you see to your exhaust system plays a significant part in the scheme of things in this world. Aint that grand? So do your part but well.

Confidential New Car Pricing Information

2010-01-28T20:04:00.000-08:00

Confidential New Car Pricing Information

Warning! . . . Do not buy a new vehicle without taking 5 minutes to read this report!

Buying a new car is a big decision, but it doesn’t have to be a difficult one. The average person will buy 10-12 cars in their lifetime. Preparing yourself and doing your homework is the key to being able to make the important decisions with total confidence.

Once you’ve decided on the car you will buy or lease, you will need to be able to determine what is a good price. This is where it can get very tricky. Before you sign on the bottom line you need to know how to recognize a good
deal when you see one.

Anatomy of a new car price:

M.S.R.P. – The Manufacturer’s suggested retail price, commonly known as the List price or window sticker is the retail price set by the manufacturer. This is typically the price that the new car dealer would like you to pay. Although the overwhelming majority of new cars are sold at less than the M.S.R.P., some dealers will hold out for this price on a very hot-selling vehicle that is high in demand and limited in supply.

Dealer invoice price – Every manufacturer sends an invoice to the dealer for their vehicles as soon as they are delivered to the dealer. The dealer will typically pay for the vehicle via a prearranged line of credit. Commonly, the
dealer will start paying interest charges from the first day onwards.

Holdback – Most manufacturers help subsidize the interest charges and marketing/advertising that a dealer incurs by paying the dealer a holdback amount, after the vehicle has been sold. This amount typically ranges from 2.0% to 2.5% of the invoice amount. Dealers will rarely consider this when negotiating a new car deal

Maximum dealer margin/profit – The difference between the M.S.R.P. and the dealer invoice price is the maximum dealer margin/profit that the dealer has to work with when negotiating a deal.

Dealer and buyer goals - The dealer’s goal is to negotiate a deal as close to M.S.R.P. as possible and the buyer’s (your) goal is to negotiate a deal as close as possible to the dealer invoice price.

Actual dealer margin/profit – The amount over the dealer invoice price that is finally negotiated between the dealer and the buyer (you), is the dealer’s actual dealer profit/margin, before sales and overhead expenses.

Dealer overhead and bottom line profit - From the actual dealer profit/margin amount the dealer has to cover the sales rep and sales manager’s salaries, commissions and bonuses. The remainder goes to the dealership to cover all other expenses, with the final balance representing the actual net profit to the dealership.

Factory-to-consumer incentives – In an effort to stimulate sales, many manufacturers will offer incentives to the consumer (you). These incentives are commonly advertised in the media and can consist of low rate financing/leasing rates, such as 0%, cash rebates, such as $2,000, or a combination of both. If a manufacturer is offering you 0% or $2,000 cash, the emphasis is on OR; which means that you cannot get 0% financing and $2,000. You have to decide between the two. In some cases, you can combine the 0% and $2,000, but not very
often.

Factory-to-dealer incentives – Commonly referred to as hidden or secret rebates. Internally these non-advertised dealer incentives can be known as marketing credits, trading dollars, factory cash, dealer cash, dealer bonuses, invoice credits, etc. Many manufacturers will use them as additional stimulus for the dealer to sell more vehicles. In some cases, the manufacturer may not want to advertise that they are offering incentives to avoid tarnishing their image, where others will use these incentives to encourage dealers to carry more inventory and thus potentially sell more vehicles. Most dealers will factor in these factory-to-dealer incentives when negotiating a deal. Effectively this may allow the buyer (you) to buy/lease a new vehicle for less than the dealer invoice price.

As you can see, new car pricing can be very complex. Knowing what you now know, would you ever simply walk into a dealership and negotiate a deal on your own, without having all the information above? I would bet that your answer would be a resounding NO!

After searching the web, I discovered a number of sites that promised to offer this information, but after digging, I would suggest that only one is credible enough for me.

Your best choice would be CarCostCanada at http://www.carcostcanada.com/.

According to their website, they also supply this information to insurance companies which are notorious for being very particular about their service suppliers. CarCost has also been around since 1999 and judging by their
feedback page, appear to have a very strong following. When you consider the size of your investment in a new car, to spend less than $40, to ensure that you get the best deal, is a small price to pay.

Jeremy Andrew

TheCarMagazine.com

How to Find Out if Your Vehicle Has Factory Incentives

2010-01-27T19:38:00.000-08:00

What Is a Factory-To-Dealer Incentive?

A factory incentive is a rebate the factory offers to the dealer on certain models due to a number of reasons. These incentives are not advertised to the general public and usually won’t be passed on to the customer unless they know about it. Manufactures will offer these incentives to boost sales on models that aren’t selling well, when a set sales target has been reached or to encourage dealers in selected regions to move more cars. These rebates can be anywhere from $500 to $5000 which thereby makes the cost of the vehicle much cheaper for the dealer.

How Factory Incentives Can Help You

If you know about the current incentives available on the vehicle you are purchasing you can use that information as a bartering tool to obtain a better price. For example, if you are buying a $25,000 car and there is a $5000 factory-to-dealer incentive currently in effect you could effectively buy that car for $20,000 if the dealer passes that rebate on to you. Technically the dealer isn’t losing any of his/her money by
doing this because it’s coming directly from the factory. On the other hand if the customer didn’t know about the incentive the dealer would be able to pocket the $5000 which is why they are quite reluctant to tell customers about these offers.

How to Find Out if Your Vehicle Has Factory Incentives

Currently there are only a few places to find out about factory-to-dealer incentives. Depending on whether you live in

Canada or The United States there are a few companies that provide this hidden information at a nominal fee. In Canada there is http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-3615279-10484075?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.carcostcanada.com%2F a company that provides factory incentive information along with their new car invoice pricing reports. In the

US there is FightingChance.com, a site that emphasis’s on factory-to-dealer incentives. Last but not least is Consumer Reports, a company known for delivering relevant information to consumers of every industry. Their website, ConsumerReports.org, offers reports to both US and Canadian customers.

The information you need to get the best possible price on your new car is out there, the choice of using it is up to the customer. But when educated buyers are saving four, five or six thousand dollars off their purchase, why wouldn’t you want to be one of them?

Things you should know when shopping for auto parts online

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The Internet is a great way to shop. From the comfort of your chair, you can go from one online shop to the next, comparing product prices and features so you always get the best deals. You can also read product reviews of shoppers who have previously bought an item and learn from their experiences. You save yourself the hassle of actually going out to these stores, lining up to pay, and carrying back the goods to your house. With just a few clicks of the mouse you can shop and buy, and wait for your purchase to arrive at your doorstep within 5 days or less. This is shopping convenience at its best and what's more, online shops are open 24 hours a day! So the next time you need a replacement for your car, say a
new headlight or a better exhaust muffler, buy online. You would be surprised to know that
there are hundreds of websites offering a wide range of auto parts and accessories. Many of these online shops carry OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) replacements and aftermarket performance parts for your vehicle. Their massive online catalogues can be sorted according to auto part, type of car, and year of make so you can zero in to what you need
in no time. Unlike your brick and mortar auto parts retailer, online auto parts merchants will inform you through email or by phone when an accessory that is not in stock becomes available. There is no question about the convenience offered by online auto parts shopping to busy car owners but you may want to take certain precautions to ensure a smooth and enjoyable shopping experience.

1. Know your online retailer. You want only the best replacements for your car so make sure you are shopping in reputable online stores. Check out their inventory of car accessories. Does the store
offer a wide selection for a particular replacement? Does it provide relevant information about the product features and pricing? Click on the site's About link and see if the store has clearly disclosed who they are and how to reach them. A good way to determine an online store's reputation is through the quality of its customer service.

2. Protect your privacy. Shop only at secure websites. When you're at the checkout page, the address on your browser should begin with 'https'
instead of just 'http'. 'https' means the the online transaction is being secured from malicious interception. It is very important to read the store's Privacy Policy so you know exactly what the store will do with the personal and financial
information you are giving to them. Look for eTrust, VeriSign, HackerSafe, BBBOnline
Reliability Program, and other privacy enforcement seals to guarantee your security
and privacy.

3. Keep a record of your
transactions. Take
note of the shipping and handling fees and total charges before you click on
that Buy button. The total price you pay for a new car part is often higher
than the published one. Make sure to printout receipts, confirmation emails,
and other information related to your order so you have something to back you
up in case you have questions or problems with the shipment.

4. Read the fine print. There are cases when what is delivered to you is different from what you ordered and you have to return it. While rare, errors such as this do happen so read
the online merchant's cancellation, return, and complaint-handling policies. Does the store offer warranties for its auto parts and accessories, and who honors that warranty? Do you get a refund to your credit card or get a store credit? If these are not posted, it is wise to call or send an email to customer service first before going ahead with your purchase. So there you have it. These tips seem too much a bother at first but as you get to know the best auto parts retailers online and become comfortable with their system, you eventually save yourself some headaches and disappointments. Happy online shopping!

C3 - ALL-IN-ONE COBRA XRS R9G - Red Light/Speed Camera & Speed Trap Detector with Radar/Laser Detector

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Red Light/Speed
Camera GPS Locator
POP Mode Radar
Gun Detection
Ku Band Detection
IntelliLink™
2.4 GHz Wireless Remote System
12-Band™
S-XRS™ Maximum Performance Technology
Voice Alert™
IntelliMute®
IntelliShield®
Full-Color,
Customizable, Extreme Bright DataGrafix™
Display
Cool-Blue Backlit
Buttons
Car Battery
Voltage/Low Battery Warning
Programmable
Location and Speed Alerts
8-Point GPS-based
Compass
Digital Speedometer
Latitude/Longitude

GPS
(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) FEATURES:

Red Light/Speed Camera Location
Alert

Warns the driver of upcoming red light and/or speed camera locations,
utilizing the state-of-the-art GPS (Global Positioning System) engine.

Programmable Location Alert

Add up to 100 location-based alerts of your choice.

Programmable Speed Alert

Provides alert when exceeding driver-preset speed limit.

Digital Speedometer

Provides accurate, current vehicle speed using Global Positioning
System.

Latitude/Longitude Information

Provides accurate latitude/longitude information using Global Positioning
System.

8-Point Compass

Provides accurate, 8-point directional reading using Global Positioning
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RADAR/LASER
DETECTOR FEATURES

Easy-to-Install, Discrete, Main
Radar/Laser Detector Unit

Place the Main Radar/Laser Detector Unit behind your rearview mirror or
dash. Comes with 2 types of power cord and adhesive-backed cord clamps
for easy and discrete installation.

POP Mode Radar Gun Detection

Detects the latest POP Mode Radar Gun (Super-fast Instant-On Mode)

Ku Band Detection

Detects Ku Band Radar Gun currently being used in Europe. Be prepared
for future introduction in the U.S.

IntelliLink™ 2.4GHz Digital
Wireless Remote System

Comes with Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack, the compact Remote Display
Unit/Controller brings all the controls for your Main Radar/Laser Detector
Unit as well as GPS-based Locatorfunctions to your fingertip, using IntelliLink™
2.4GHz Digital Wireless Remote System (see GPS-based Locator Features
below for details). The Remote Display Unit/Controller also comes with
holster type bracket with interchangeable AC Vent Mounting Clip and Sunvisor
Mounting Clip.

Retractable USB Power Cord with
modular 12V Cigarette Lighter Plug

Recharge Li-Ion Battery for the 2.4GHz Digital Wireless Remote
Display Unit/Controller in the vehicle or through USB port on the computer.

S-XRS™Maximum Performance
Technology

New and improved Super-Xtreme Range Superheterodyne (S-XRS™) detection
technology, with its super-fast radar lock-on detection circuitry, provides
maximum detection range and best possible advance warning to even the
fastest of POP mode radar guns.

LaserEye®

Provides 360-degree detection of laser signals.

Voice Alert™

Warns driver with specific voice annunciation of the signal being detected.

VG-2 Alert®/Undetectable

Provides complete immunity and alerts the driver when under surveillance
of VG-2 Radar-Detector-Detectors.

Spectre Alert™/Undetectable

Provides complete immunity and alerts the driver when under surveillance
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A Cobra exclusive, works with tens of thousands of emergency vehicles
currently equipped with traffic light controlling strobe emitters. Provides
advance warning of the presence and/or approach of emergency vehicles.

Safety Alert®

Warns driver of the presence and/or approaching emergency vehicles, railroad
crossing, and road hazard locations equipped with Cobra’s exclusive
Safety Alert ® transmitters.

Auto Mute

Automatically mutes the alert tone for enhanced driver convenience.

IntelliMute®

Relative-speed-sensing Auto Mute system that virtually eliminates false
alerts.

IntelliShield® False Signal
Rejection

3-level City Mode offers the best false signal rejection in both urban
and rural areas.

Full Color Extreme Bright DataGrafix™
Display

Full color, graphical display provides easy-to-use set up menus
and easy-to-read alert screens.

Customizable Display Colors

Choose from 5 different Color Schemes : Full Color, Blue, Orange, Green,
and Red.

Digital Signal Strength Meter

Provides the driver with relative proximity to the target using 5-level
digital signalstrength meter.

SmartPower™

Automatically shuts off power to the unit when ignition is turned off.

Car Battery Voltage Display

Provides graphical display of the car battery voltage and also
warns the driver when it is low.

City/Highway Modes

Instantly switch between one of the preset City Mode vs Highway Mode.

New GPS-Based Speed Trap, Red Light, Speed Camera Detectors

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GPS data via usb can supply your laptop or cellphone GPS NMEA data

Over 150,000 speed trap locations stored

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Alerts To Every type of Speed Trap, Red Light, and Speed Camera in USA and Canada using GPS satellite technology .

Built-in radar and laser detector

Hideaway Installation with

IntelliLink™
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Full-Color,
Customizable, Extreme Bright DataGrafix™
Display

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NEW: Escort Passport 9500i

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The all-new PASSPORT 9500i, has revolutionized the radar detector category again. Its blistering performance is derived from the "World's Best" PASSPORT 8500 X50, which means it delivers the best protection possible against all speed measuring devices. The added advanced GPS-powered intelligence makes the PASSPORT 9500i the best performing, quietest and most user-friendly radar detector ever designed.

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New invention alerts drivers to speed traps, red-light, speed cameras using GPS technology

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ESCORT PASSPORT 9500i

Awarded Popular Mechanics Editor's Choice Award in recognition of outstanding achievement in new product design and innovation, the PASSPORT 9500i is the biggest breakthrough in radar and laser protection since the original ESCORT was launched in 1978. The PASSPORT 9500i redefines what a radar detector should do.

TrueLock™ Signal Rejection permanently eliminates false alerts by location and frequency. CLICK HERE TO VIEW DEMO

The PASSPORT 9500i puts an end to false alarms. Its new GPS-powered TrueLock™ feature allows you to simply press the mute button a couple of times and never hear a radar-based automatic door opener or motion sensor again. Our patented design captures the location coordinates and the exact frequency of the signal and stores them in memory. Once stored, TrueLock™ will reject these signals, but is intelligent enough to warn you of a new or different signal in that same location. That's right, no more false alarms!

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Variable Speed Sensitivity provides real-time radar protection based on vehicle speed.

The PASSPORT 9500i can automatically vary its sensitivity based on the speed of your vehicle. At interstate speeds, all radar bands are operating at full sensitivity, providing the best possible performance. At really slow speeds, like parking lots and stop lights, the sensitivity is turned down to almost zero. No more irritating alerts when you are going below the posted speed. The result is real-time on-demand radar protection.

SpeedAlert™ provides vehicle speed during each alert.

The PASSPORT 9500i provides all the information you need to make an intelligent decision during each and every alert. The radar or laser band, signal strength, and now your vehicle speed are displayed during an alert to help you make the best possible decision.

Mark Location stores speed traps and other locations in memory. CLICK HERE TO VIEW DEMO

Speed traps and camera locations are everywhere. It's a stretch of highway where they always sit, or it's a back road that quickly changes from 45 mph to 25 mph within a few hundred feet. You don't always remember, but now your PASSPORT 9500i will. The PASSPORT 9500i's "Mark Location" feature allows you to quickly store a specific location in memory. Simply tap the "Mark" button a couple of times and the 9500i will store this location in memory. The next time you approach this area, the PASSPORT 9500i will provide an alert well in advanced to remind you of the potential danger. This specific location reminder could keep you from being ambushed by instant-on radar or laser the next time you approach.

AutoVolume automatically adjusts the alert volume based on ambient noise.

The PASSPORT 9500i will adjust the alert volume level based on the ambient noise in the vehicle. Using a miniature microphone, the 9500i monitors ambient noise and will increase the volume level automatically to ensure you take notice even with loud music, passenger conversations or excessive wind noise. Now each alert will be heard so you can react if needed.

Crystal-Clear Voice Alerts the PASSPORT 9500i provides users with a real voice alert option.

The PASSPORT 9500i uses a Geiger-counter-like sound to indicate the signal strength and unique audible tones to identify each alert by band. Or, choose the PASSPORT 9500i's new Voice Alert option for crystal clear communication of alerts and user controls.

Features

360-degree radar and laser detection
Blistering All-Band Protection
New Variable-Speed Radar Performance
New GPS-Powered Truelock™ Filter
New Mark Location Features
New Speed Alert
New Crystal-Clear Voice Alerts
New Intelligent Volume Control
User-Selectable Preferences
High-Resolution Display
5 Levels of Brightness Control
Completely immune to the VG-2 "detector-detector"
Mute, AutoMute & SmartMute
Built-in Earphone Jack
Safety Warning System
Comes Fully Equipped

Programmable Features

Power-On Indication
AutoVolume (On/Off)
AutoMute (On/Off)
Power-On Sequence
Signal Strength Meter
SpeedAlert (On/Off)
Units (English/Metric)
Voice (On/Off)
5 Levels of Brightness Control
Dark Mode
Radar/Laser Bands

Auto Calibration Circuitry

Mute, AutoMute and SmartMute

SmartShield® VG-2 Protection

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Operating Bands:

X-band 10.525 GHz ± 25 MHz
K-band 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz
Ka-band 34.700 GHz ± 1300 MHz
Ku-band 13.425 GHz ± 25 MHz
Laser 904nm, 33 MHz Bandwidth

Radar Receiver / Detector Type:

Superheterodyne, Varactor-Tuned VCO
Scanning Frequency Discriminator
Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

GPS Receiver

SiRFstar III

Display Type

280 LED Matrix/Text
SpeedAlert
Bar Graph
ExpertMeter
SpecDisplay

Power Requirement

12VDC, Negative Ground
Escort SmartCord Included

Sensitivity Control

Highway, Auto and City

Compact Size

1.4" H x 2.90" W x 5.35" L

Baccarat Passion (Series 1130) Black with Chrome Facet Wheel

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Baccarat Passion (Series 1130) Black with Chrome Facet - 18 x 7.5 Inch Wheel

Baccarat Passion wheels feature 6-spoke styling and black finish with chrome facet and optional black or gold facet that truly enhance the custom look of the vehicle. Baccarat wheels are manufactured to high standards ensuring long lasting durability and backed by a limited warranty.