Car Security Guides

Did you know that a car is stolen every 20 seconds in the United States? With those kinds of statistics, it’s no wonder that many vehicles today come off the assembly line equipped with car alarms. You might think that car alarms are vastly complicated systems with inner workings that only the smartest of engineers and mechanics could understand. The fact is that most alarms systems work on the same, very basic design.

In actuality there are various different kinds of alarms out there for your car, but the most systems consist of five basic parts: (more…)

Traffic accidents happen more often than most of us realize. In many cases, there’s insurance to cope with and, often, medical expenses, even litigation. Years of typing depositions taken in personal injury lawsuits taught me that people don’t always remember details. Lawyers, however, use details to prove their case.

If you’re involved in an automobile accident, here are 25 things it’s good to keep track of. Write out your answers as soon after the accident as possible and keep then in a safe place. Possibly you’ll never need any of the information but, if you do, you’ll know where it is. You won’t have to rely on an already overworked memory.

Keep a pen and pad of paper in your car at all times, just in case. These few details could make thousands of dollars difference in the settlement you receive, should litigation become necessary. (more…)

The Audiovox APS996A Prestige Security System protects your car with remote security of a maximum range of 1400 feet, 6 Tone Siren, and Starter Disable Relay. Also operates memory seats, sliding doors, and has a parking timer display.

It’s a combination remote start and alarm system for your car. It comes with an LCD monitor/pager that goes on your key chain and displays alarm stats, even the temperature. The vehicle alarm system basically has everything you need, but it’s not as pricey as the more deluxe models. You can especially save a lot if you want to do the installation yourself. (more…)