“This product does everything it claims and at a fraction of the cost of replacing the lenses,” says Frank Rizzuti after he restored the lenses of a 2004 Honda Accord Coupe. “The job took about 30 minutes.”
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3M Headlight Lens Restoration System
Kleen N’ Screen degreasing system
Cleaning greasy parts and tools has always been a challenge for the home mechanic, but this new inexpensive and portable degreasing system allows do-it-yourselfer to clean and dry parts without the risk of misplacing them, says reviewer Frank Rizzuti.
Fast-Flor tiling
The “Fast-Flor Diamond” system consists of interlocking floating plastic tiles that can be used in garages, decks, balconies and even in the basement or laundry room, says Jeff Burry. They’re easy to install with minimal tools required, he says.
Mustang Masterpieces - Featuring the Cars of Carroll Shelby
What makes this book compelling is the fact that it is not just a fact-based, chronological history, says reviewer Russell Purcell. “Instead, the author fills the book with stories of real people and their involvement with significant Shelby automobiles.”
What makes this book compelling is the fact that it is not just a fact-based, chronological history, says reviewer Russell Purcell. “Instead, the author fills the book with stories of real people and their involvement with significant Shelby automobiles.”
nVision Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) are now mandatory in new U.S. vehicles and may be mandatory in Canada soon. But what about older vehicles? Contributor Frank Rizzuti tests one aftermarket TPMS you can install on your older vehicle.
Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) are now mandatory in new U.S. vehicles and may be mandatory in Canada soon. But what about older vehicles? Contributor Frank Rizzuti tests one aftermarket TPMS you can install on your older vehicle.
LG LN-735 portable navigation system
Russell Purcell had a great idea for testing a portable LG entry-level navigation system: put it in his parent’s RV and let them do the work! After a 9,300 kilometre trip, they had some interesting observations.
Russell Purcell had a great idea for testing a portable LG entry-level navigation system: put it in his parent’s RV and let them do the work! After a 9,300 kilometre trip, they had some interesting observations.
The MotorCheckup
This simple testing device analyzes the condition of your car’s engine oil to reveal how dirty it is and whether it’s time to change it. Contributor Glen Konorowski says it can be very useful when shopping for a used car.
This simple testing device analyzes the condition of your car’s engine oil to reveal how dirty it is and whether it’s time to change it. Contributor Glen Konorowski says it can be very useful when shopping for a used car.
The GPS Snitch
About the size of a pack of cards, the GPS Snitch is a portable, battery-charged device that can be tracked from your computer. It works well, says reviewer Glen Konorowski, but its battery needs recharging after about eight days.
About the size of a pack of cards, the GPS Snitch is a portable, battery-charged device that can be tracked from your computer. It works well, says reviewer Glen Konorowski, but its battery needs recharging after about eight days.
iLane
A hands-free and eyes-free, voice-based e-mail device for in-vehicle use, iLane verbally notifies the driver when new e-mail arrives who can then respond to e-mails hands-free. It works well, but is it a dangerous distraction, asks Frank Rizzuti.
A hands-free and eyes-free, voice-based e-mail device for in-vehicle use, iLane verbally notifies the driver when new e-mail arrives who can then respond to e-mails hands-free. It works well, but is it a dangerous distraction, asks Frank Rizzuti.
Battery Tender Plus
While most automatic battery chargers turn off when the battery charge current falls to a pre-set level, the Battery Tender Plus automatically switches to a safe float voltage level, reports product tester Frank Rizzuti.
While most automatic battery chargers turn off when the battery charge current falls to a pre-set level, the Battery Tender Plus automatically switches to a safe float voltage level, reports product tester Frank Rizzuti.
Paintless dent removal
Author Frank Rizzuti hired an expert to remove some dents from his car using paintless dent removal, a specialized technique that doesn't involve body fillers or paint. He was impressed with the results and value for money.
Author Frank Rizzuti hired an expert to remove some dents from his car using paintless dent removal, a specialized technique that doesn't involve body fillers or paint. He was impressed with the results and value for money.
Michelin X-Ice Xi2 winter tire
Michelin invited CarTalkCanada editor James Bergeron to compare its new X-Ice Xi2 winter tires against major competitors when driving on ice and snow. Find out which tires he liked the best.
Michelin invited CarTalkCanada editor James Bergeron to compare its new X-Ice Xi2 winter tires against major competitors when driving on ice and snow. Find out which tires he liked the best.
Eliminator Battery Charger/Maintainer
"An easy way of keeping your vehicle's battery in near perfect working condition over long periods of inactivity," the Eliminator battery charger/maintainer works on 6 or 12-volt batteries, reports Glen Konorowski.
"An easy way of keeping your vehicle's battery in near perfect working condition over long periods of inactivity," the Eliminator battery charger/maintainer works on 6 or 12-volt batteries, reports Glen Konorowski.
Bluetooth Devices
More and more jurisdictions are banning hand-held cell phones while driving, but what if your cell phone is Bluetooth-enabled and your vehicle isn't? Reviewer Frank Rizzuti tries out an aftermarket Bluetooth-enabled headset/earpiece and speakerphone to see how they work.
More and more jurisdictions are banning hand-held cell phones while driving, but what if your cell phone is Bluetooth-enabled and your vehicle isn't? Reviewer Frank Rizzuti tries out an aftermarket Bluetooth-enabled headset/earpiece and speakerphone to see how they work.
Car care products from Armor All
Frank tests six different car care products from Armor All, and gives his straightforward, no-nonsense evaluations.
Frank tests six different car care products from Armor All, and gives his straightforward, no-nonsense evaluations.
