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Smarter, safer, sexier
Car makers are racing to soup-up their latest models with radar technology and satellite navigation systems. 		Pioneer launches new head unit
Latest CD tuner features an in-built high-precision signal processor, reducing the need for a separate blackbox.
A weapon against fraudulent insurance claims
A windscreen-mounted video camera is being touted as a solution to fighting fraudulent car accident claims. 		Avoid jams with your GPS
GPS devices will become more informative, with routes being updated with real-time traffic alerts as you drive.
Getting lost has stopped being a problem
But trying to find the address you're looking for on a GPS unit's database has become a bigger headache. 		On the double with Garmin
Two Nuvis at one go. Talk about having a full plate. We find out if the 205 and 710 measure up as a generic vernacular.
Belkin TuneBase Direct with Hands-Free (F8Z442qe)
Make calls on iPhone through car?s stereo. 		Holux 5inch GPSmile62 PRO
The latest model with a 5inch screen and a slimmer profile should improve legibility. -myp
Japan's green cars surge in popularity
Toyota's Prius is Japan's best selling car in monthly sales in May. 		Renewable fuels already available to consumers here
Alpha biodiesel is made from waste oil collected from the communities here.
Most Japanese would buy electric car for US$15,800
Poll conducted as part of survey of retail investor sentiment on the stock market. 		Kia targets thrifty motorists with LPG
Kia beefs up S.Korea's LPG line-up with six options by September.
Drivers won't be called drivers anymore
GM has showcased the possibility of developing a fully automated vehicle that ran 100km without human intervention. Its nickname? The Boss. 		Don't get lost again
A good navigation system is your best friend.
A cinema in your own car
Pioneer AVH-P5150DVD in-car entertainment DVD unit comes in handy. 		What's your excuse for buying a GPS?
This writer's husband excuse - save money on petrol by not going the longer route.
Choose your poison
Downloading free maps for your GPS is not so simple anymore. MK Wong checks out five of them. 		GPS - teacher of new driving routes
Jason Teo is now hooked on a global positioning system that he bought last year - the Holux GPSmile 61.
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