Spotlight of the week

I'm starting up a new section that should be updated on a weekly basis. In general, it's going to delve into some of the cars currently on the road and some classics. In these spotlights, I'll look at the specs, an overview of the design of both the exterior and interior. Plus I'll discuss the technology that was found on these cars and how much they cost then and now. Along with the basic discussion of the car, I'll throw in my two cents on my general impression of the vehicle so that you can see where I'm coming from.

I'll post my view on the cars, but I'm also looking for your insight on some of the cars I'm discussing and possible ideas for future. Post your comments in the comment box below and check out the poll for your input on what car I'll discuss the coming week.

-DK

Car Tech

A few days ago I had posed the question what kind of technology people like to see in a automobile. That was somewhat of a bias question posed to people already driving, but it's still fair game. So what kinds of car tech usually like to see. After living w/ out ABS and traction control those even though not necessary are nice to have even though I do usually turn off traction control. I have been becoming a bigger fan of stability control over time but it's one of those technologies I can live without. Cruise control also makes it high on my list since I usually am traveling over 300+ miles when I do make a trip back to visit my family. Looking more in the cabin, A2DP compatible stereos along with automatic climate control are up there. Well from a 1-10 list see below.

1. ABS
2. Traction Control
3. Cruise Control
4. Duel Clutch Transmissions
5. Outside Temperature
6. A2DP stereo
7. Automatic Climate Control
8. Rear back up camera
9. Fuel Economy read out Average and Instant
10. Heated Side Mirrors

It's not really a glamorous list like it could extend to with some more modern technology, but it's a few items I do like to see in a car.

-DK

What tech do you want in a car?

Like it or not automobiles are starting to become more and more en-warped in technology. Evolving from the old horseless buggies to the modern sedans, cars are rapidly becoming the canvas for extravagant "car tech."  Seat belts, to airbags, to even laser guided cruise control to tell the car to speed up or even come to a stop are just some items that fill safety tech. A/C, to voice command, to even cars that can park itself are a few items that float up with creature comfort technology. The list could go on almost forever if you look at the option lists on a newer vehicle.

So what do you consider important tech in a car? If you ask 20 people you'll get 20 different answers, so I want to poll my readers what do you think?

-DK

P.S. I'll chime in a few days from now w/ my list of car tech I like to see on cars.