The SoundRacer V8

As car accessories go, this one isn’t terribly useful but it can sure make you smile! Plug it into your cigarette lighter, find a blank radio station on your car stereo, and the SoundRacer makes your boring family car sound – and even somehow feel – like a roaring V8. You can learn more about getting one – for someone else, of course – at www.gizmag.com

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Last month, Toyota issued a massive recall of nearly 4 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles. The recall is intended to fix a very dangerous defect which can lead to unintended acceleration of the vehicle. Initially thought to be an issue with the floor mats interfering with the gas pedal, the real problem involves the cars’ electronic throttle system.

So, what should your response be if your accelerator sticks? Watch this video to find out, it could be a very important safety lesson!

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