When upgrading a suspension, there are tough decisions to make: sacrifice comfort for performance? Or vice versa? To make the choice a little easier, Bilstein has developed its B16 Ride Control: a monotube height-adjustable coilover system that allows the user to select between sport and comfort settings with the push of a button and in a fraction of a second. Applications are for BMW (3 and 5 Series), and Mercedes-Benz (E-Class and CLS models).
$3,150
Bilstein
858.386.5900
www.bilstein.com
Unless a car is equipped with an expensive factory stereo option, the sound from the speakers is generally sub-par. For this reason, Bavarian Soundwerks has developed a speaker upgrade engineered specifically for BMWs, with each speaker tuned to match the factory amplifier and head unit. As an extra bonus, it's a direct fit.
$299-$699
Bavarian Soundwerks
404.963.8857
www.bavariansoundwerks.com
It could be argued that the iPhone has done for cell phones what fuel injection did for engine performance and efficiency. The iPhone has made cumbersome cell features usable. With simple touch-screen operations, such as Google maps with real-time traffic, it makes navigating life that much easier.
$399 (8GB), $499 (16GB)
Apple
408.996.1010
www.apple.com
Changing automotive fluids is messy, with most of it coming from removal and refilling. The Mityvac model 07201 is designed to extract and dispense any type of automotive fluids, making changes far cleaner. On some vehicles with top-mounted oil filters, it's possible to change oil without putting the vehicle on a lift.
$79.99
Mityvac
314.679.4200
www.mityvac.com
Everyone knows that using a cell phone and driving at the same time is asking for trouble. Most states have introduced fines to deter such behavior. For those with Bluetooth-enabled phones, Motorola offers a solution: the T305 portable Bluetooth hands-free speaker. This device eliminates annoying headsets or ear buds. This pager-size unit can clip onto a visor, allowing drivers to keep their hands on the wheel.
$79.95
Motorola
866.289.6686
www.motorola.com
Originally developed for snow tire storage and transportation, Seasonal Tire Totes have found a higher calling at the track. Tire Totes' durable shell helps protect a tire from the elements (and to keep things clean). Integrated handles make loading quick and easy.
$19.99/pair
Kurgo
877.847.3868
www.kurgo.com