Must Have Features to Look For

If you’re looking for a new vehicle it can be a good idea to know what features to look for on the perfect new car to make it not only safer but easier to operate. This is especially true if you haven’t bought a brand new vehicle in awhile, or ever, for that matter. Read on for more details about the top features to look for in a brand new vehicle.

For most consumers remote keyless entry ranks at the top of the wish list when it comes to handy gadgets to have on a vehicle. It allows you to unlock your vehicle by simply pushing a button on a small remote control device. Not only is this a matter of convenience but it is also a matter of safety because it allows you to quickly and easily unlock your vehicle and get inside without worrying over fumbling around for keys in a poorly lit area. For most such remote keyless entry systems you simply need to push the button once to unlock the driver door and twice to unlock any other doors on the vehicle to prevent any worries over a possible intruder gaining access through a passenger door. Most remote systems also feature a panic button that will flash the lights and honk the horn if you ever find yourself in distress for any reason. Not only practically and convenient but also nice in terms of safety.

OnStar System is also becoming rapidly popular with today’s consumers. With this system, assistance from a real person is as close as pushing a button. Whether you have a flat tire or you are concerned that someone may be following you, simply push the button and you can have the help of a live person. The OnStar System features the ability to summon the police or call a tow truck if your vehicle becomes inoperable. Also, in the event your airbags should deploy for any reason, the system will call you to check on you and make sure you’re all right. What if your car gets stolen? It can even track your car remotely. If you’re locked out, it can let you in. The OnStar System does involve a monthly subscription fee. The basic plan runs about $17 per month.

Anti-lock brakes, or ABS, are also a highly valued featured on most new vehicles. With this type of system the individual wheel speeds are monitored and in the event one locks up the brakes will pump up automatically.

An electronic stability/skid-control system or ESC, is also highly sought after on most new vehicles. This type of system utilizes the anti-lock brake sensors to determine what the car is doing and anticipate what the driver may want to do. In the event the two do not mesh the ESC will apply the brakes and reduce power.

Many of today’s entertainment minded consumers are also looking for a rear-seat DVD player, especially those with kids constantly on the go. This type of system can make traveling easier for the entire family. Most such systems include wireless headphones.

GPS Navigation is also very popular, providing the ability for the system to pinpoint your exact location and give you turn by turn directions through either a video screen, spoken voice or both. Most such systems can give you directions to the nearest ATM, hospital, gas station, police station, etc. They can also help to route you around traffic.
Finally, don’t forget to look for the convenience of a center console with power outlet. This can provide a way to charge your mobile phone as well as any other little must have accessories that you must keep with you.