TomTom

GPS Naviagtors have been keeping us from getting lost and getting into arguments for years with the data and technology used to get us to our chosen destination has also improved remarkably.

Sure, you cannot ignore the explosion of smart phones globally and their ability to include GPS navigational apps (not too mention Google’s own Mobile Navigation play) that has seen a decline over the years of the dedicated GPS navigation device.  However  they still offer a far superior experience then the smart phone alternatives because they are a specialist and robust device with larger screens and more features.

Certainly for the GPS businesses of this world to continue to grow within the personal automotive category (some GPS businesses are seeing growth in other categories such as; Marine, Aircraft, Freight etc) they will need to evolve their business model into a more ubiquitous approach.  So rather than being bound by navigation units, they are only bound by creating applications within different mobile programming languages like Android and applying an appropriate licensing model.

But irrespective of this we thought it would be good to look at some of the best and most affordable navigational devices in the market currently.  Because their is no doubt that you can pick up an absolute bargain on a fantastic GPS navigator device with a little help from you friends at The Quick Ten.  So what are the best GPS Navigational devices?

TomTom XL 340 S 

Garmin Nuvi 3790T

TomTom XXL 540 S

Garmin Nuvi 205W

Magellan RoadMate 1470

Garmin nüvi 1450LMT 5-Inch 

Motorola MotoNav TN765t 

Nextar SNAP7 7-Inch

TomTom GO 720 4.3-Inch

Magellan RoadMate 5045 5-Inch

Simply stunning

When the average person thinks of sports car they conjure up images of Ferrari, Lamborghini or Porshe, which is absolutely fine. Of course if you have real finesse, imagination and seek the automotive Holy Grail – a balance of fun, power, style and leather, then ditch the dancing donkey and the laughing cow and take a look at what the British can do.

Yes it is boner inducing excitement but without falling asleep after sex, it is pure artistic engineering that goes faster then shit of a Teflon shovel. Behold the Quickten’s Top 10 greatest British sports cars. Whether your preference is for classic or modern it’s cool Britannia all the way to the race track.

Slight Speed Demon? Avoid the Escort Passport 9500ci

Aston Martin Vantage – Bond drives one no further comment needed.

Jaguar XKR – Comfort and power, looks pretty sexy too.

TVR 350 – Handles like a pig on acid but looks and sounds incredible, its fast too!

Lotus Exige - 0-60 in under 5 seconds, an affordable pocket rocket.

Triumph TR5 – Triumph at is 4 wheeled best.

Aston Martin DB5 – Cooler than a naked cucumber skiing in Siberia

Morgan Plus 18 - hand built craftsmanship.

M600 Noble – so quick NASA are in negotiaitions with them.

Cateram 500 – homemade and faster than a Bugatti.

Ariel Atom – with 600bhp and no windscreen it is one manic car!

 
The only problem with writing this list is we had to leave out so many, like the Austin Healy, the e-type jag, the Westfield TR (a nifty car not a shopping centre) and of course the MG Midget!

Just ordering a coffee.

Let’s face it we all go through some form of mild road rage every now and again, usually resulting in a few expletives here a few middle fingers there.  Sure we could be having an all round bad day but generally this road rage is brought on by one of those really annoying habits that some drivers insist on doing.  

So this list of Top Ten Annoying Driver Habits is in a way a little kick in the pants to everyone who is guilty of doing them and also a little reminder to us the “innocent ones” not to start doing them.

1. Slow drivers in the fast lane or slow drivers who speed up in a passing lane. Stop it!
2. Drivers who refuse to let you in as this would obviously add another 2 seconds onto their drive time.
3. Tailgating.
4. Braking without any reason to.
5. No indication, never.
6. People distracted by either; mobile phones, drinking coffee, smoking.
7. Speed demons.
8. Drivers crossing lanes when not paying attention.
9. Signal left and then turn right, oh yes the old switcheroo.
10. Drivers throwing out their rubbish.

Show me the money!

1. Purchase a fuel efficient car – simple yes but it will get you the most gains
2. Perform regular maintenance and services such as: clean spark plugs, oil change, check distributor cap
3. Improved aerodynamics
4. Keep your speed consistent rather than up and down acceleration
5. Keep your tires correctly inflated
6. Choose the right petrol for your engine size and model
7. Don’t idle, if you are stop for a while then turn your car off (some cars such as the latest BMW 1 series do this automatically but will start again when you push the clutch in)
8. Only use air conditioning when you need it
9. Make sure your petrol cap is secured tightly so petrol can not evaporate
10. Use the recommended grade of oil for your car

Reliable Prius

“The world is going to end if you don’t buy it” is generally the term that hybrid car salesman generally say when trying to flick on these types of cars. So what is the top ten list of hybrid cars in the world?

1. Toyota Prius
2. Honda Civic Hybrid
3. Honda Insight
4. Ford Fusion Hybrid
5. Lexus GS 450h
6. Mecury Milan Hybrid
7. Nissan Altima Hybrid
8. Toyota Camry Hybrid
9. Lexus HS 250h
10. Honda Fit Hybrid

Holden Kingswood

They love thier cars those bogans but what cars do they love the most?  At thequickten.com we have come up with a list I’m sure everyone can appreciate.

1. Holden Kingswood
2. Holden Manaro
3. Valiant Charger
4. Falcon GT
5. Holden Commodore
6. XB Coupe
7. Torana SL/R 5000
8. Ford Fairmont
9. Mazda RX3
10. Holden Ute

Such an amazing design!

Are you beginning to hit  a mid-life crisis or looking to live out a boy hood dream of rocking up to your next party in a James Bond classic?  Well there are certain cars out there that have captured the imagination of many an automotive nut for years and will continue to do so as the cars seemingly timeless design’s re-capture a new generations hearts.

But what classic cars are the best of the best?

1. DB5
2. Ford Mustang 1964 to 1969
3. Mercedes Benz 300SL (gullwing)
4. Dodge Charger 1969
5. Jaguar C-Type 1951 to 1953
6. Chevrolet Bel Air
7. Ferrari 250GT Spider  1959
8. Jaguar E-Type 1961 to 1974
9. Cadillac 1959
10. AC Cobra 1965