subject: Features That A Car Must Possess [print this page] The prices of cars have reduced considerably due to increase in demand. Since many companies are now producing cars, so a customer has plenty of options to choose from. Showrooms are full of cars of varying designs and sizes and with attractive features. With the advancement in science and technology many new facilities have been added to modern cars which have made them more user-friendly.
Some of the features that a car must possess are:
1. Remote key less entry
This feature allows the doors of the cars to be opened by using a remote. The doors could be opened by clicking the buttons of the automatic remote. This facility is extremely useful during night time. At night time due to lack of visibility, sometimes it becomes difficult to open the car door using a key. You can also close the door using the remote buttons.
2. on Star System
This facility is available on subscription basis. This feature provides the following benefits:
a. Conversation could be held between two people driving or sitting in different cars on the roads.
b. In case of theft, the location of the car could be located using the on star system.
3. Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) is an automobile safety system which prevents the wheels of a motor vehicle from slipping by maintaining the required tr-active contact with the road surface. This system is based on the principles of threshold braking and cadence braking. This system is extremely beneficial for drivers while driving on slippery surfaces. The newly improved version not only protects the wheel lock under the brakes but also regulates the front to rear brake bias. Car servicing and tune ups are required for proper maintenance of this system.
4. Rear seat DVD player
Long distance journeys can prove to be boring at times. DVD players and Mp3 players could be implanted in cars using modern technology. These could be used for watching movies and listening to music while traveling over long distances. This facility can certainly be utilized by people sitting on the rear seat of the car.
5. GPS navigation system
It is a satellite navigation system designed for automobiles. Its major functions are:
1. It helps in locating a vehicle through the unit maps database. This makes it extremely useful while searching for stolen vehicles.
2. It provides directions to other locations that are present in the data base. This enables the drivers to easily find new locations.
6. Power outlet
The facility of center console outlets allows a person to recharge his mobile phone. This facility could prove to be extremely beneficial in case of an emergency.
