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How to get the lowest price on Amazon

Online shopping has revolutionized the way we buy things. You can find whatever you want, from car accessories and groceries to office supplies and sporting equipment. It’s the perfect way to get what you’re looking for without too much effort. But with so many good deals all around, how do you know that you’re really getting the absolute lowest price?

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Watch out for these shady online car scams

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There’s always at least some stress when buying a new car. But buying online has additional traps to scam you out of your money.

Just when I'm ready to buy an electric car, this happens

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I know they’re the future, but every single time I feel ready to buy an electric car, the industry itself scares me away.

Stop car warranty scam calls

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At this very second, about a thousand Americans are receiving a scam call with the same message: “We’ve been trying to reach you about your car’s warranty.” Is it even possible to stop these calls?

Tricks to stop robocallers

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It’s so annoying to answer a call only to be greeted with a robot pitching you an extended car warranty. Maybe you need a new phone? Not so fast! Check your phone for this helpful feature.

Get the government's free vehicle recall alert app

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If you’re driving a car or truck manufactured in the past eight years or so, you need the new free app to warn you about recalls. It could save your life.

BMW wants you to subscribe to access luxury features

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New cars are roving computers, loaded with hardware, software and the ability to get over-the-air updates. It makes sense that car makers can turn features on and off whenever they want to unless you pay for them. That’s what BMW is rolling out.

How businesses are pivoting amid the pandemic

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For nearly 50 years, enthusiasts from all over the world have flocked to the Barrett-Jackson collector car auctions. But the global pandemic hit, and now a crowd of people is off the table. Kim talks to Craig Jackson, Barrett-Jackson Chairman and CEO, about how they can capture that amazing auction energy online. Plus, meet a bakery owner who turned his business upside down in two days, transforming his company from an in-person destination to a mail-order baking service.

Why peer-to-peer car renting is one of the worst ideas - ever

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Sharing is caring, right? Well, not always. Peer-to-peer car rental apps allow you to rent your car to a perfect stranger or the other way and around. And honestly, that’s a terrible idea. I’ll tell you why.

What does your car know about you? Just about everything

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Just like our smartphones and computers, today’s cars are connected. Car makers are using new technology to learn as much about us as they can — everything from our driving habits to our behaviors on and off the road. What will your new car know about you? And more importantly, what does that mean for your privacy? Kim takes an inside look at our future behind the wheel.

Turn your phone into a dashcam (kind of)

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Looking to add a dashcam to your car? It can be a pricey endeavor. But your smartphone can get the job done for free with just an app. Need more features than a free app offers? I’ve got you covered, too.

Keep your eyes on the road: Dangers of distracted driving

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Each time you hop into your car, you’re taking your life in your hands. Do you realize how distracted other drivers around you are? Seconds are all it takes for things to go horribly wrong. On this episode of Komando On Demand, Kim takes a deeper look at the dangers of distracted driving and the importance you play in making the streets safer for yourself and other drivers.

Incredible new car tech: What to expect this year

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BMW let the cat out of the bag at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. You won’t believe what drivers will be able to do with the latest technology. And it may not be limited to high priced cars. Here’s a hint: it has to do with your gaze. Plus, what’s new with 5G smartphones.

Could your smartphone save your life?

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Imagine you’ve just been in a car accident, trapped in your vehicle with no help around and you can’t reach your cell phone. But, you can still talk so you call out for your virtual assistant to call 911. That’s what happened to Nate Felix. Listen as Kim tells his story and reminds us that our smartphones could save our lives.

You can win a car if you don't watch the Super Bowl

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For may people, watching the Superbowl is about more than just game, it’s also about the amazing commercials. Well, this year one automobile maker is taking things to a new level. You can win a car if you don’t watch the game. Kim looks at a new marketing campaign that’s all about not watching this year’s Superbowl.

Your fingerprint unlocks targeted advertising in your car

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You’re driving home from work, wondering what you should make for dinner. Suddenly, on your car dashboard an ad shows up for home meal delivery. Unbelievable? Not really. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim looks at how car manufacturers are using your fingerprint for more than just unlocking your car.

Epidemic on the rise: The dangers of texting and distracted driving

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Each time you hop in your car you’re taking your life in your hand. Do you realize how distracted other drivers are around you? Seconds are all it takes for things to go horribly wrong. In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim takes a deeper look at the dangers of distracted driving and the importance you play in making the streets safer for yourself and other drivers.

Uber and Lyft drivers livestream passengers without their consent

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You may have heard the story of the St. Louis Uber driver who set up hidden cameras in his car to record then live stream his passengers. Do you have the right to seek legal action? Or do we lose our privacy the moment we are out in public?

Attention Lawmakers: Follow the path of Georgia and Washington state!

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Do you remember the Uber self-driving car accident in Arizona that killed a pedestrian? The driver was trying to stream a show on her phone. Forty-seven states have banned texting while driving but that’s not enough! It’s time to get serious and follow the example of Georgia and Washington State.