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Are Heated Ice Scrapers an Effective Tool for Clearing Your Frosted Windshield?

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It’s January. The weather’s crazy and some areas in the US are seeing extreme weather conditions. Snow, winds and rains cause a number of problems, and one of the biggest ones is limited mobility. You can’t travel on icy roads without the risk of accidents and you definitely can’t drive your car that’s covered in snow. So, what do you do when you need to reach the office for an early appointment in the morning and your car looks like it came straight out of Frozen ? You rely on an ice scraper. What about heated ice scrapers? While there’s a huge variety of scrapers available in the market, heated ice scrapers have become all the rage. They are quick, efficient and save a lot of time—by melting the snow off—otherwise spent in manual scarping. Considerations for heated ice scrapers One of the biggest factors you need to consider when buying an ice scraper is the weight. When it’s snowing heavily, you can’t afford to lift a heavy scraper every day in the morning to cl...

Let’s Talk: Are Drivers With ADAS More ‘Disengaged’?

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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) is a great technology that enhances safety for drivers as well as passengers. However, it’s only true as long as it’s managed effectively. While we can’t totally rely on technology for our safety, ADAS can significantly improve driver’s decision-making abilities and reduce their risk of getting involved in accidents or other road hazards. According to a research review, human error contributes to over 93% of all accidents . Without any doubt, ADAS technology will be successful in putting an end to this. However, there are other factors involved in its success that we’ll discuss in this article. Challenges Associated With ADAS Similar to any other technology, the growing demand and integration of ADAS comes with its challenges. These challenges are associated with the implementation of this technology in different types of vehicles, selection of the right ADAS options, and training of the workers and operators to minimize the ...