Posts by: Jamal Parpia

Google's New Self-Driving Technology

Self-driving cars have started getting more attention as they are becoming more of a reality. Many companies such as Google and Tesla have started testing and adding self-driving technology into their vehicles. While Google is still experimenting with their vehicles, Tesla has already released some “autopilot” features in their cars. Unfortunately, even though there is an “autopilot” feature in t

July 4th Car Sales

Buying a new car can take quite a while, especially if you are someone that likes to do all of your homework before walking into a dealership. When you are looking for the best deal or best time to purchase a brand new vehicle then there are a few days throughout the year that are better than the rest. One of these days would be Memorial Day while another one would be Independence Day. 4th of Jul

Top 3 Used Cars For Students

There are many cars on the market which students go after when they enter college. What many them forget is that along with the initial price of the car, they also have to worry about the costs that come with it. For example, a student may spend $10,000 to buy a used 2010 Honda Civic LX and another one may purchase a used 2010 BMW 328i for the same price. Even though the two cars have the same pri

3 Fast Used Cars Under $30k

When you are looking for a fast sports car, many times it can be quite difficult to find one that is under $30,000, dependable, fast and won’t cost an arm and a leg to maintain. For those that are looking to purchase a used car based on its speed, there are quite a few vehicles under the $30k mark which can keep up with cars that are well over $50,000. When picking a fast car under $30,000 b

Automotive Safety and Why It Matters

Automotive safety is always a prime concern for drivers, no matter the road conditions or local environment. In order to keep up with safety standards and improve the driving experience for all vehicle classes, automakers are always innovating. In the past several years, frequent advancements have paved the way for more reliable articles of safety technology. Some systems, in particular, stand out

General Motors Begins Autonomous Car Development

With so many automotive innovations being made, GM has focused its research on a still new field in driving: self-driving cars. General Motors has had numerous of its employees working on an autonomous vehicle project that has been relocated to the Warren Tech Center. In order to keep up with research and active development, the major American automaker's representatives have said that the brand w

Jeep that Killed Anton Yelchin Recently Flagged for Safety Problems

The successful career of a young actor came to an abrupt end on Saturday, June 18, 2016. While it is yet to be fully investigated, it is possible that an upcoming recall on the Jeep SUV was to blame. According to local authorities, Anton Yelchin was pinned up against a brick post in front of his Los Angeles home after the Jeep rolled down his driveway. A recall notice was filed on the 2015 Grand

Toyota Retains Title of Most Valuable Car Brand

Recently, market analysts calculated the value of several names in the automotive industry and found that Toyota had retained its title as the most valuable car brand in the world. This new ranking highlighted the tremendous worth of the industry giant, standing above other brands, such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz. While there were many familiar faces in the top ten, another powerful brand name enter

A Brief Guide to Car Seat Safety

When purchasing a new vehicle, buyers should be sure to check out all of the necessary components to make sure that the vehicle is functioning as necessary. One of the most important parts of any car is the car's seats. The seats are built to not only provide customers with a comfortable sitting position, but also make sure that they are stable when the vehicle is in motion. By learning more about

Autonomous Cars to Reshape the Auto Insurance Industry

We all know the general ins and outs of car insurance. You make a driving mistake and cause damages to another driver or their vehicle and the liability is on you. Hopefully, you have enough of the right types of insurance to pay for the damages you have caused. However, once self-driving cars hit the roads, who is liable? Robert Peterson, Santa Clara University law professor believes that if an