Archive for the ‘Auto Technology’ Category

GPS Vehicle Tracking Devices

Monday, January 4th, 2010

It is said that had it not been for a GPS tracking device in OJ Simpson’s mobile phone, he would not have been found to be tried on his wife’s murder. A GPS vehicle tracking device is much like driving around in your car with your mobile phone. It allows a person to locate the current position of a moving vehicle or identify where it’s been and as well, where it is heading. This is ideal for chasing criminals who has just fled the scene of the crime or finding where a suspicious vehicle will be heading next.

A GPS tracking device calculates its position by measuring distances between itself and other GPS satellites. In return, the signals emitted by the satellites carry information about the GPS carrier’s location. Aside from absolute location, other civilian benefits from having GPS vehicle tracking devices include relative movement. Relative movement is useful in ships and vessels to calculate certain time distance calculations including velocity made good toward your destination and crosstrac error calculations. (more…)

New Utility Vehicles Are Popular

Sunday, March 8th, 2009

One of the most popular pieces of outdoor power equipment these days is the utility vehicle. From hunters to handymen, everyone seems to be using them.

Why? The current crop of utility vehicles is practical, powerful and versatile-a far cry from their “golf cart with an attitude” predecessors. So what should you look for in a utility vehicle?

“Take the time to really figure out how you will use a utility vehicle and what type of terrain you will encounter,” advises Jerry Sandy, product manager for Husqvarna’s HUV utility vehicle line. “Decide up front what accessories and features are required for the types of tasks you plan to accomplish.” (more…)