One of the key specifications you should look at when buying a dashcam is its resolution specification. Resolution refers to the number of pixels that the video camera records. This specification directly translates to how much usable detail the system offers. If you witness dangerous driving or an accident, being able to provide accurate information […]
Will Start-Stop Technology Affect Aftermarket Electronic Upgrades?
Many new cars and trucks come with a feature called stop-start technology. This system senses when the car is stopped at a red light or stop sign and shuts down the engine to save fuel. As soon as you release the brake pedal, the engine starts up again, and you’re on your way. The question […]
How Does DragonEye ECCM Lidar Work?
Over the past few months, we’ve talked about how radar detectors and laser defense systems work. Now it’s time to talk about the dreaded and often controversial DragonEye ECCM-equipped lidar guns and why they’re so difficult to jam. What Is DragonEye ECCM? Let’s break this down a bit. Based in Norcross, Georgia, DragonEye Technology is […]
Don’t Put All Your Songs in One Folder on Your USB Drive
With the rise in popularity of digital media files over the last decade, car audio enthusiasts find themselves being more likely to carry a USB memory stick than a stack of compact disks. When it comes to organizing all those MP3, WMA, AAC and FLAC files, most manufacturers suggest that you don’t put all the […]
How Do Laser Shifter Systems Work?
Sold as a means of preventing police officers from measuring the speed of your vehicle, laser shifter systems are amazing feats of engineering. Laser-based speed measurement guns measure distances very accurately and very quickly. Police use these hand-held guns to pick out a single vehicle in heavy traffic and find out in a split second […]
All the Latest Toyota Tundra Upgrades From Driven Sound & Security
If you live in the Negaunee area and have a Toyota Tundra, drop by Driven Sound and Security to learn about all the amazing upgrades we have available for your truck. We carry everything from audio system upgrades to new lighting solutions, bed covers, side steps and premium car wash soaps and protectants. Toyota Tundra […]
How Does a Police Radar Gun Work?
Police officers in North America have been using radar guns to catch speeders since 1949. This relatively simple technology evolved from military applications before World War II, where long-range installations were the size of a medium-size apartment building. Modern radar guns aren’t quite pocket-sized, but they are easily transportable and can be hand-held or installed […]
How Does a Police Laser Gun Work?
If you’ve ever driven past a speed trap or, worse, received a speeding ticket from a law enforcement officer using a laser gun, you may be curious about how these systems work. Also called a lidar gun, these speed measuring devices are not only very accurate, but they work quickly and reliably to let an […]
Driven Sound & Security Offers Popular Ram Truck Upgrades
If you own a Ram or Dodge truck and live in the Negaunee area, Driven Sound and Security has all the accessories and upgrades you could ever want. From simple speaker and subwoofer upgrades to paint protection, window tint and suspension components, our team knows pickup trucks better than almost anyone in the area. Let’s […]
Can You Upgrade The Stereo in a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle?
Hybrid and all-electric vehicles are a great platform for stereo system upgrade. While your local specialist mobile enhancement retailer can’t tap into the main battery pack, the electrical system on these cars or trucks is more than adequate to power an amplifier to drive new speakers or a subwoofer. There are several options for upgrades […]
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