racoma.com.phJ. Angelo Racoma on technology, economics, writing, problogging, and getting things done

Keeping your car relevant can be a difficult task, even in an Audi. Purchasers of luxury vehicles such as those in the Audi line tend to want cars that are new or like-new, with all of the technological conveniences they’re used to in the day-to-day.

If you’re either trying to resell your car to a top bidder, or simply want to bring your car into this new decade, there are a number of aftermarket automotive tech upgrades you’ll want to consider. Below, we provide a small guide on what may be of most use to you when adding new technology to your Audi vehicle.

I published a review of the top-of-line Honda CR-V a few weeks back. So far, we found it a capable car that’s just right for a family of five.

The CR-V is a very capable utility vehicle, considering our review was done right in the middle of inclement weather. The 2.4 liter i-VTEC engine doesn’t even complain when going uphill, and you get adequate engine braking going downhill. At the highway, even a light foot can get you from zero to highway speeds in reasonable time. You’d only have to pedal the floor when overtaking hard.

Check out the Honda CR-V at Pinoy Auto Blog.

Aside from the Nissan Teana, I recently reviewed a Honda City 1.3S A/T. Check out my review at Pinoy Auto Blog.

The City shines in spaces it’s designed for: city roads. The compact size and nimble handling make it easy to weave through city traffic. Unlike other small cars, the City does command respect, given its styling and size relative to other pocket rockets.

Good points: The car is big for its class, and has adequate performance, particularly for where the car was designed for. I found some minor issues, although these should not be a deal-breaker to folks who want a dependable car that has value-for-money.

This has been the most expensive review item I ever wrote about: the Nissan Teana 250 XV V6 luxury/executive sedan.

After an extended weekend of driving the Teana around town and winding hilly roads, we come to one conclusion: the Teana is the review car my family and I will miss most.

Hybrid and electric vehicles are all the rage in the automotive industry, with major players releasing fully-electric or gas-electric hybrid vehicles. These include the Nissan LEAF, Chevy Volt, Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, and the like.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of electric vehicles? What about gas? An infographic on Green Liter tries to explain this in a simplified manner.

The graphic shows a brief history of EVs throughout the world, and highlights a few notable models, such as the Tesla Roadster and Mitsubishi MiEV.