​Simple add-on accessories can change the feel and function of your vehicle. This article focuses mainly on the lower priced parts that can be found in larger auto parts stores, big department stores, online, and electronic stores that are under 50$. 

• The 12 volt heated mug has a plug for power from the cigarette lighter socket. It keeps coffee and other liquids hot as long as the car is running. Some models even have a thermostat to set the temperature. 
  
• The 12 volt coolers can hold 2 cans of soda or can even be as big as a full size refrigerator for recreational vehicles.  The cooler/warmer gives you the choice of keeping food or drinks either hot or cold. There are many sizes ranging from a can of soda to even hold a six pack. The cell phone charger plugs into the cigarette socket to charge your cell phone. 
  
• Multipurpose lights can be incandescent, fluorescent or led. They can be plugged in the cigarette lighter, can be wired in the car’s power circuits, or be battery operated or portable. Thought the led lights tend to produce less light if you’re going to have the lights on without the car running the led lights drain less power from your battery. 
  
• The power inverter can be plugged in the cigarette lighter, clips to the battery or can be wired in. To change the 12 volt dc to 120 volts to power things like laptops and computers, coffee makers, cell phones, and many other small appliances. But you shouldn’t go over 400 watts; high power devices drain the battery of the car quickly and could even fry the alternator if your engine is running. 

There are so many accessories that can change your car, like seat covers, floor mats, steering wheel covers, sun shades, GPS and much more.

So if you’re in the mood the spice up your car it can be done with a few changes. You just have to pick and go for it.

Automatic car alarms are being developed to reduce car theft numbers. These automatic car alarms alter the owner when a vehicle is stolen, and sometimes work with two-way communication systems to return a signal that will incapacitate the car and thwart the robbery attempt but cutting off the fuel delivery to the engine.

This is particularly helpful when the car owner is away from the vehicle and therefore unable to hear an audible alarm. With a traditional car alarm (just ringing), a person out of town without their car may not know for days or even weeks that the alarm was activated. An automatic car alarm will dial a predetermined phone number or even send a text message at the time of alarm activation, to immediately inform the owner of trouble. Some of the systems are so sensitive that the owner is not only informed that the alarm detonated, but the action is specified to let the owner know whether the car was just bumped or is moving.

The automatic car alarm allows two-way transmission of messages, enabling a remote signal to stop the fuel supply to the car in motion. Unless the vehicle is on the back of a tow truck or otherwise moving without being driven, stopping the fuel supply will stop the vehicle, and often curtail a robbery in progress. Many automatic car alarm systems include a GPS component, for tracking the vehicle's location however it is transported.

This fuel cut-off can also be activated from within the vehicle, allowing a carjack victim to surreptitiously cut off the gas and apply the brakes to stop a carjack from being completed. This functionality means that a person who might have otherwise been helpless in this situation can now play an active role in protecting themselves against carjacking. This feature of some automatic car alarms is well placed to allow the victim access to the function without alerting the thief.

While some jokesters might see this fuel cutoff option as a practical joke opportunity, it should be taken seriously. The automatic car alarm notification often engages to inform law officials of a potential carjacking, which would make the joke entirely unfunny. It's important to remember that these systems are designed and intended to quickly notify of potential theft and possible life-threatening situations. For more info see http://www.bestcaralarmreviews.com/Car_Alarms on Car Alarms.

Whether the automatic car alarm directly informs the police of your vehicle's status, or contacts you for you to call the police, remember that apprehending a car thief is much better handled by law enforcement officials. It might be tempting to try to intercede on your own behalf, but please leave it in the hands of the officials trained to handle the situation.

When you buy your next car from Great City Cars, we can offer a few locations that can install many different types of alarms for you.

Easy and cheap ways to save fuel and money while driving and buying gas.

• Are You Driving on Fresh Air?
• Do you travel miles to save pennies on fuel costs?
• Do you watch your fuel gauge more than your Speedo?
• Is the rising cost of Gas strangling you?

Fear not...Help is at hand...GET A BICYCLE!  Seriously, there are a few things that can be done without throwing your car keys away and walking everywhere. (PHEW)!

A lot of the things you can do to save fuel are easy and free.  When was the last time you checked your tires to see if they were inflated to the correct pressure? Under inflated tires are one of the main causes of excess fuel consumption. It's easy to check your tire pressures daily with a 
cheap tire pressure gauge; if you don't know how asks your local garage mechanic to show you (A free beer works wonders).

When you buy your fuel can have an effect on what you get. Gas is sold by volume and as we all know from school, liquids expand when warm, so if you buy your gas at the hottest part of the day you will get less than if you buy when it is cold. So the logical time to buy your gas is just before dawn (Who's Dawn?) when it's coldest.

With 24 hour shopping it would make sense to do your weekly shop while others are asleep and fill up your tank at the same time. The roads will be quieter so less traffic to get stuck behind and waste fuel. There are various (free) websites and apps that will tell you the cheapest gas prices in your area.

How about just washing your car. It causes less drag, ... Honestly. Why do you think that swimmers shave their heads (i.e. Duncan Goodhew)? Or what about those skin tight smooth figure hugging suits worn by downhill skiers? ( Just going for a cold shower). Make car washing fun, get all the family involved. Hose down the dog, hose down the kids. Hose down the whole neighbourhood. (If winter you may ignore this one)

Sitting at the lights revving the engine may impress the boy racers but it uses gas. Rev the engine 15 times and you use enough fuel to travel one mile. Remember this next time you have to push your car to the gas station. Is your car due for a service? (I know a good priest who can give the last rites at a reasonable price). I know it costs money for servicing your car if  you are unable to do it yourself. But the cost in extra fuel if your car is not running right is even more. (Blocked air filter, worn spark plugs, sticking brakes, etc.)

Best of all drive safely. Do not tailgate! if you do you will have to brake harder when the car in front does. Give some distance to the car in front. You will use your brakes less and still get there at the same time. Watch the traffic far ahead and try to read how they are going to act, if you see brake 
lights up ahead you can react a bit sooner.  If you are driving in the wet you can sometimes see the reflections of brake   lights on the wet road surface. This allows you to slow down sooner and avoid harsh braking.

We hope these tips will help you stay safe on the roads!

According to the 2010 census, more than 112 million people drive or carpool to work daily.  With all these people on the road, drivers need to take every precaution to ensure they arrive safely at their destinations. Here are some tips to heed in your travels.

• Keep your vehicle properly maintained. Follow the recommended service intervals found in your vehicle owner's manual, always monitor hoses and belts, and check filters, spark plugs and fluids. Also, be sure tires are properly inflated and gas levels are sufficient. 
  
  
  
• Carry an emergency kit. In addition to standards such as a first aid kit and battery jumper cables, consider adding the Autolite TriGlo safety light to your vehicle emergency kit. Powered by four AA batteries, this compact light serves a dual purpose: It shines like a flashlight and alerts like a flare. Triangular in shape, the TriGlo light can be used as a bright spotlight or as a blinking safety triangle to warn oncoming traffic of a motorist's presence. 
  
  
  
• Buckle up. When lap and shoulder belts are used correctly, they reduce the risk of fatal injury to front-seat passengers by 45 percent and the risk of moderate to critical injury by 50 percent. 
  
  
  
• Know your route. Before hitting the road, take the time to map out your route. Motor clubs such as AAA provide auto travelers with maps and detailed directions to their destinations. Be aware of traffic, construction and weather advisories along your route so you can make alternate plans should these conditions affect your drive.
  
  
  
• Reduce driver distraction. Traffic, construction and careless drivers are distractions beyond your control. However, you can reduce the risk of an accident by decreasing the distractions inside your vehicle. 

For instance, to avoid the glare from overhead lights used by your passengers, consider a product such as the Autolite SpotGlo seat belt light source. This compact, battery-operated recessed light clips easily onto a passenger's seat belt and slides smoothly on the strap for desired positioning. It directs a powerful LED light source right where passengers need it, without distracting the driver. 

No matter where you're headed, heed these suggestions to arrive safely at your destination. Happy travels! Great City Cars- The Best Buy here Pay Here car lot in Columbus!

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Our belief at Great City Cars is that everyone who needs a vehicle should be able to get a vehicle. Many credit-challenged drivers struggle to receive flexible financing options that meet their needs, but fortunately, our trusted buy here pay here dealership in Columbus is here to step in. Whether you have good credit, bad credit or no credit, we'll help you find the car you need and allow you to finance directly through us.

But the advantages go far beyond getting you a vehicle despite bad credit or a lack of credit history. A major part of our mission is to provide you with an opportunity to get on the track toward good credit. We do this by reporting your payment history to credit bureaus, allowing you to rebuild your credit with on-time payments.

If you've been looking for a buy here pay here used car dealership in the Columbus area that is knowledgeable and trustworthy, then you've found one. Stop by either of Great City Cars Auto Lots to see our inventory in person or to meet with our friendly staff. 

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We help you get into a car that is both safe and reliable.  It is in our best interests to help you, and help you get on the road so you can tackle life.  If you are looking for buy here pay here and are wondering which buy here pay here dealership to choose , then you owe to yourself to come on out to Great City Cars at 6147 Westerville Road and have a look around and get your next ....Great City Car!

If you are looking for car dealerships in Westerville Ohio and have some credit problems, then why not check out the great selection of used cars at Great City Cars. Our convenient Buy Here Pay Here Columbus loan program has helped thousands of individuals, just like you, get into a car that they can rely upon to get to work and navigate life with.

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