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Most dealers indicate the power rating of their standard factory car stereos to be 200w. However, this is quite misleading because there are differences between peak and RMS wattage. It is this misunderstanding that can lead you to purchase another stereo that may output the same power or even less than the factory device. For example, if your factory car stereo is set at 200w, it probably gets power from an amplifier chip whose rating is at 50w peak by 4 channels. Its real-world RMS wattage could be anywhere between 13 and 18w per channel but no more. Usually, this...

Surviving summertime can be challenging for those of us who live in the South. But thankfully, driving through these sweltering months doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips for drivers to beat the heat this season. To avoid a hot interior, drive with your windows rolled down and the AC on high. This will force hot air out of the car and circulate cooler air. Once the air is close enough to the temperature outside, roll up the windows and turn down the AC to a lower setting. To prevent grabbing a scorching hot steering wheel, turn the wheel...

Here are some more tips to help you get through the summer. Perform coolant flushes on a regular basis. Coolant breaks down over time, causing it to lose its lubricant properties, increase its freezing point, and become more acidic. It is recommended to change your coolant every four years (or 50,000 miles) so your engine won’t experience coolant issues in the future. Leave your windows cracked slightly. This will reduce the heat that gets into your car as well as vent the odors that occur inside your car from the heat. Wax your car to protect the finish. When summer...

What to Look for While Shopping for a Sound System                   Below are three tips that will help you find the right sound system for your vehicle so you can cruise the streets to your favorite songs. Check for the right inputs. Your system will only sound as decent as the quality of the file you’re playing on it. Make sure the system has multiple options in case you use all or several choices – CDs, smart phone, tablet, or USB drive. Of course, you’ll want Bluetooth for wireless listening. Find one compatible with mobile apps. Many systems of today...

For those of us who love music, it’s always a good day when we purchase a new sound system for our vehicle. We can’t wait to get everything plugged in and wired so that we can cruise the highway listening to our favorite songs. There are some mistakes that are commonly made, however, during the installation process. Using the incorrect wiring or incorrect power source. While it’s important to buy the right speakers and amps for your vehicle, they’re useless without the right power source. You can’t expect a high powered piece of equipment to operate at premium level with...