SlashGear Car Accessories

What Is The Diamond Button On A BMW Key Fob For?

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:15:00 +0000

There's the button that unlocks the car's doors and the one that pops the trunk. And then, on some BMWs, the key fob has a button with a diamond on it.

10 Popular Portable Wireless Car Stereos Ranked Worst To Best

staff@slashgear.com (Sumukh Rao) — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 14:30:00 +0000

Want a smart display to live on your dashboard, but annoyed at your old car's limitations? These wireless stereo displays will add a touch of modernity.

These Two Gadgets Can Help You Use A Phone In Your Car Safely

staff@slashgear.com (Megan Lasher) — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 22:15:00 +0000

It ought to be common knowledge by now, but tapping away at your phone while driving is a bad idea. These devices will leave you connected, but not distracted.

What Transmission Does A 7.3 Power Stroke Have?

staff@slashgear.com (Chloe Clougher) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:45:00 +0000

Ford Power Stroke engines have the grunt to serve plenty of heavy-duty tasks in F250 trucks, but with modifications, the stock transmissions may struggle.

6 Ways To Use Your Car's Tow Hitch (Besides Towing)

staff@slashgear.com (John Davis) — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 11:15:00 +0000

Do you have a hitch receiver on your car but don't need to tow anything? Here are a few ways to utilize your vehicle's tow hitch, no matter what you drive.

Hula Girl Dashboard Dolls: How Cultural Obsession Led To The Legendary Accessory

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

There is perhaps no more iconic image in automobiles than the traditional hula girl dancing on the dashboard, but what led to its widespread appeal?

12 Cool Car Gadgets You Can Buy From Amazon In 2025

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 18:30:41 +0000

Is your car lacking all the bells and whistles you want? These gadgets can bring functionality and frills to vehicles long after the days when they were new.

8 New Cars That (Surprisingly) Still Offer CD Players

staff@slashgear.com (Shane Schmid) — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Compact disc audio technology has been available in vehicles since the late '80s but you might be surprised to learn you can still get a CD player in some cars.

How Do Apps Like Waze & Google Maps Avoid Traffic Jams & Accidents?

staff@slashgear.com (Aman Kumar) — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:15:17 +0000

We use them almost reflexively, but it's a bit mysterious. How do well-known apps like Waze and Google Maps let you skip traffic jams? Here's how.

Where Are Nitto Tires Made & Who Owns The Company?

staff@slashgear.com (KR Manalo) — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:15:20 +0000

Nitto Tires are the supporter-of-choice for plenty of motorsports events, and many of its tires receive high ratings for day-to-day and enthusiast driving.

6 Must-Have Honda Motorcycle Accessories

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 03:15:46 +0000

If you are a person who rides your Honda motorcycle frequently, then you should consider adding these six must-have accessories to your wish list.

Why Do Some Muscle Cars Have Hood Pins? Here's What They're For

staff@slashgear.com (Madeline Cuccio) — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:52 +0000

They can be unobtrusive or have lanyards dangling from them, but you'll often see hood pins on muscle cars. What's the reason they're there?

3 Tire Chain Alternatives To Help Get Your Car Through Snow & Icy Conditions

staff@slashgear.com (James Hydzik) — Sat, 15 Feb 2025 15:00:35 +0000

Putting chains on tires and taking them off -- what a pain in the neck! And they have other drawbacks, too. Here's the word on three alternatives.

How To Check Tire Tread (And Why Depth Matters)

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Sat, 15 Feb 2025 11:15:19 +0000

The treads are the patterned rubber part of your tire that actually meets the pavement, here's how to check them.

What Happened To RigStrips From Shark Tank Season 16?

staff@slashgear.com (Alec Hively) — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 14:15:19 +0000

RigStrips arrived on 'Shark Tank' with a foundation of success already, but the episode still proved fruitful for the burgeoning accessory company.

Where Are Toyo Tires Made & Who Owns The Company?

staff@slashgear.com (Corazon Victorino) — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:15:46 +0000

Toyo tires have been sold in the United States for nearly 60 years, but the company's ownership and manufacturing sites still aren't well known. Here they are.

5 Jeep Accessories That Can Give Your Wrangler More Storage Space

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Trock) — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:45:01 +0000

If you have a Jeep Wrangler, there are a bunch of accessories you can use to maximize your storage space in your vehicle. Here are some of our favorites.

What Are Audi Themes, And How Much Do They Cost?

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Sun, 02 Feb 2025 14:15:39 +0000

Audi's design team has, perhaps, gone above and beyond with its latest personalization feature, Audi Themes. Here's what to know about what it is and its cost.

Should You Lift Your Windshield Wipers Up When It Snows?

staff@slashgear.com (Corazon Victorino) — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 14:15:17 +0000

Have you ever wondered if lifting your windshield wipers up when it snows is a good idea? Many people swear by it, but experts seem to have varying opinions.

Can HEMI Engines Be Tuned & What Are Some Of The Tuner Options Out There?

staff@slashgear.com (Alec Hively) — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:15:30 +0000

The first stop for any performance modification on a car is typically getting a tune, and HEMI engines are popular enough that owners have several options.