CAR TECH: Spin Your Wheels

2005 Tokyo Motor Show discussion

Can autonomous vehicles be practical?

Hydrogen: fuel of the future?

Diesel or ethanol?

Which carmaker offers the best quality?

Factory installation or aftermarket?

What is your one big car improvement?

Are cars getting too complex?

What's your favorite high-tech car?

Are hybrid cars worth it?

Is it better to get your tech factory installed or from the aftermarket?
You can get your navigation, Bluetooth, and entertainment installed as factory options or add them later with aftermarket equipment. Factory installs usually integrate well with the dash, but aftermarket equipment is less expensive, and you get more choice. Which is the better route to go?

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Which carmaker offers the best quality? From the crop of European, Asian, and American cars, there are quite a few examples of well-made cars. Which automaker consistently offers the best? Post your comments