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classic cars get usb treatment

filed under: computing | hacks-mods

USB Memory Cars

Etsy shop Dummberry is cranking out these fun USB flash memory sticks using little toy cars to hold in the drives.

San Diego artist Becky G. and her husband are currently offering a handful of retro car designs, including the 256MB Classic Low Rider, 1GB Muscle HOTTRod and the 1GB Blazin’ Green Machine. The 1GB models run $30, while the 256MB one costs $17…

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August 3rd, 2007 2 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

clarion driveeye records car crashes automatically

filed under: digital imaging | gadgets

Clarion DriveEye Digital Accident Camera

This new gadget out of Japan could save you lots of time and money if you ever get into a car wreck. It’s a little camera that mounts on your car’s windshield records vehicular accidents.

The Clarion DriveEye camera automatically senses emergency braking and captures video before, during and after an accident…

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July 23rd, 2007 2 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

the license plate frame that could save lives

filed under: gadgets

SuddenStop License Plate Safety Device

How many times have you been driving down the road, when some dufus in front of you slams on their brakes to take an “important” phone call or yell at the kids? If only that guy would install one of these on his car.

The SuddenStop is a high-tech license plate frame with motion sensors built into it…

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July 17th, 2007 1 comment stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

project gotham racing 4 to have motorcycles?

filed under: video games

PGR4 Box Art

The box art for the upcoming Xbox 360 racing game Project Gotham Racing 4 was revealed today. Unless my eyes are deceiving me, that’s a reflection of a motorcycle in the candy apple red finish of the car’s fender…

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July 3rd, 2007 1 comment stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

dlo tunestik fm transmitter adds remote control

filed under: media players

DLO TuneStik

iPod accessory maker DLO has introduced a new FM transmitter which includes the ability to remotely control your iPod while wirelessly feeding music to your radio.

The new DLO TuneStik comes with a special safety holder to attach the remote to your steering wheel, which makes it ideal for in-car use…

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June 21st, 2007 2 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

led car flashlight shines brightly, only where you need it

filed under: gadgets

Auto LED by Coast LED Lenser

This portable LED flashlight is the perfect source of illumination for reading maps or other documents in you car without disturbing the driver. The compact Auto LED provides a bright, sharp-edged beam, keeping light focused only on its intended target.

The light stores and charges conveniently in your 12-volt cigarette lighter socket, putting it to good use if you’re a non-smoker…

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June 8th, 2007 post a comment stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

becker mexico car stereo: a wolf in sheep’s clothing

filed under: design | media players | retro

Becker Mexico 7948 Radio

Don’t let the decidedly old school design of this car radio fool you. Beneath its surface, the Becker Mexico 7948 radio is loaded with modern technology.

While it might look like a radio from the 60’s or 70’s, the Becker Mexico has a plethora of tricks up its sleeve…

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May 13th, 2007 1 comment stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

sounds like a car crash to me

filed under: gadgets | strange and wonderful

Steering Rapper

Leave it to the wacky gadget makers of Japan to come up with this one.

The ridiculous Steering Rapper lets you tap out obnoxious beats and sound effects while you drive your vehicle. If the distraction of that isn’t enough, the whole thing is attached to your steering wheel with velcro straps to get in your way while driving…

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May 9th, 2007 2 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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