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In addition to ignition, power and monitoring gauges and lights, today's motor vehicles feature computerized engines, transmissions and braking systems, electronic mapping systems, Bluetooth and Internet connectivity, sensors that detect other vehicles, motorized seats, and digital audio and video systems; several manufacturers are producing electric and hybrid automobiles and self-driving cars.
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I have 2017 GMC Sierra CK 2500. On the bed it doesn't have that black plastic thing on it. My question is where can I get that thing aftermarket as dealer probably charge me thousand of dollars to put on it.
"Subject of the week | What are your favorite smartphone apps?"
Having recently switched from a Blackberry to an Android phone, I am discovering a whole new world of apps. However the main apps I have used so far other than social media are Gasbuddy for finding the best fuel prices, and Fuelly for tracking my fuel consumption.
I have also been looking into an application called Torque for live tracking of vehicle performance data, but have recently changed cars and want to see if it will still do what I want. In fact may even write an an article about that once I get it set up properly.
Having recently switched from a Blackberry to an Android phone, I am discovering a whole new world of apps. However the main apps I have used so far other than social media are Gasbuddy for finding the best fuel prices, and Fuelly for tracking my fuel consumption.
I have also been looking into an application called Torque for live tracking of vehicle performance data, but have recently changed cars and want to see if it will still do what I want. In fact may even write an an article about that once I get it set up properly.
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I am learning about a new interesting app every time someone is posting. For sure I will try some of them. I also remember when I moved to Sao Paulo (population 12 million) / Brasil I had to buy a huge, heavy book with the city directory, with the street maps. Sometimes to find a place it was a complete nightmare. Nowadays, with google maps, it would be a dream.
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The subnet calculator helps you design networks by taking an IP address and network mask and returning information such as network, broadcast address, and host range.
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Lyft has been making some exciting strategic partnerships lately - yesterday they announced a partnership with Disney, launching the "Minnie Van", and today they announced a partnership with Amtrak.
Do you have a preference between Uber and Lyft, and why? If you are an Uber fan, would either of these entice you to give Lyft a try?
Do you have a preference between Uber and Lyft, and why? If you are an Uber fan, would either of these entice you to give Lyft a try?
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Haven't used either one yet, but I'm way more inclined to try out Lyft for the same reasons as Alicia noted. Uber seems like they've really not treated drivers and employees well.
Plus, that Minnie Van is pretty awesome and looks like a lot of fun. I'm sure kids will get a real kick out of it! :-)
Plus, that Minnie Van is pretty awesome and looks like a lot of fun. I'm sure kids will get a real kick out of it! :-)
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I used to use Uber because Lyft wasn't available here. Now that Lyft is available where I live I use them over Uber every time (mainly because of the way they treat their employees, but pickup times are usually faster, too).
It's interesting that every Lyft driver I've had also drives for Uber.
It's interesting that every Lyft driver I've had also drives for Uber.
How many things do I need to charge my "schumacher instant power" portable generator with solar panel?
Is it possible I can charge this thing with a solar panel? Also what other technologies are available beside that in the market?
This is one example of why driving cars is so complicated. There are huge amounts of variables to account for.
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Check which ports are open to the outside world. Helps make sure that your firewall rules are working as intended.
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"Experts say that widespread hacks of cars may soon become a reality." In the very near future, I expect an extra upsell for a top of the line security package, in addition to the usual upsells, like leather or heated seats.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-switch/wp/2017/06/01/how-hacked-computer-code-allegedly-helped-biker-gang-steal-150-jeeps/?utm_term=.a1cc284aae86
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-switch/wp/2017/06/01/how-hacked-computer-code-allegedly-helped-biker-gang-steal-150-jeeps/?utm_term=.a1cc284aae86
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Intriguing... When it comes to handling security issues like the one described in the article, it sounds like the automaker either had a breach of their key code database and/or a bad process for authenticating duplicate key requests. I'd say the automaker should deal with fixing those sorts of issues just like they would a safety recall. A certain baseline of security is to be expected. Like, if there was a mistake in an old-style non-electronic key that meant the same key would work in all cars of that model... You'd better believe we'd expect the automaker to cover that cost of fixing it.
But just like a car alarm can be a security upsell, I could easily envision new high-tech security add-ons to help against potential theft. Like maybe a car that would text you if it was taken for a drive at a time you don't usually drive it?
But just like a car alarm can be a security upsell, I could easily envision new high-tech security add-ons to help against potential theft. Like maybe a car that would text you if it was taken for a drive at a time you don't usually drive it?
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