When you’re shopping for holiday gifts, auto and Ford accessories probably don’t cross your mind, at least not initially. Unless, of course, you’re planning some gift ideas for the car enthusiast you know. But actually, Ford has a lot of different gift options even for those who aren’t big into cars and vehicles. I know, it’s an odd proposal but hear me out. From electronics and exterior accessories to truck bed augments, interior gear, and even outdoor-friendly gear — like for camping — Ford has a ton of options. Just to provide some examples, first aid safety kits, truck bed camping tents, portable fridges, pet-friendly seat mats, even dashcams, keyless entry systems, and beyond.
You never know, you could find the perfect gift in Ford’s accessories lineup.
I know it’s kind of an unorthodox idea, especially when you’re proposing potential gifts for those who aren’t into vehicles. Heck, some might not even own a Ford. But Ford believes “the right accessory can transform your vehicle,” and that’s absolutely true. Throw a mobile tent on the back of your truck, for example, and instantly it’s an impromptu camper. Or, lay some protective mats on your seats and you now have a pet-friendly, fur-ready vehicle. That could be great even for quick trips to the vet.
Between infotainment upgrades, like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto devices, to dashcams and beyond, Ford has a ton of different accessory options, and they all make excellent gift ideas. Floor mats, interior gear, wheels, cargo and storage options, electronics, truck bed products, performance add-ons, and even exterior equipment, I think you owe it to your family and friends to at least take a look. You really don’t know what you’ll find that’s an ideal fit until you browse.
Plus, when you shop, you’ll earn FordPass rewards, with options to ship free to a local dealer. You can ship nearby and pick up. Also available is Ford’s official merchandise, like apparel, hats, bags, and so on. It’s a veritable treasure trove of gear, from clothing and apparel to auto augments, and at the risk of repeating myself — the skies are the limit here. So, this year, while you’re trying to find great holiday gifts, maybe take a look at these Ford gifts for everyone.
BYD has launched the third-generation Qin Plus DM-i in China, and the first thing that caught my eye is its price. According to CarNewsChina, the plug-in hybrid sedan starts at 79,900 yuan, which is about $11,980. That’s an incredibly low price for a brand-new car, especially by US standards.
What’s even more impressive is the range. The Qin Plus DM-i can drive up to 137 miles on electricity alone, which should cover most people’s daily commutes without using a drop of gas. Once the battery runs out, the 1.5-liter engine takes over. Thanks to its 17-gallon tank and roughly 91 mpg with a drained battery, the combined range reaches up to 1,423 miles.
Apple won the PC market’s worst quarter, but that’s not the entire story. It won the race by stumbling less than everyone else.
PC makers shipped just 57 million computers worldwide in Q3, which might look good, but it’s a 21% year-over-year plunge (via Counterpoint Research). And despite Apple’s Mac shipments falling by 11%, to 5.6 million, its market share rose from 8.7% to 9.8%. How did that happen?
Update (October 22 23:54 PT): In response to our query, GM clarified that offline recording support is already available on eligible vehicles. Like Tesla's Sentry Mode, it requires owners to connect a USB drive to save incident recordings, which can be viewed on the vehicle's infotainment screen. The upcoming Connected Cameras feature will build on this by giving owners remote access to these recordings via the revamped OnStar app, allowing them to check footage without walking out to their car.
General Motors has announced plans to add a new Connected Cameras feature to its OnStar service starting next year, giving drivers a way to monitor parked vehicles remotely and capture footage of certain incidents.