If you’re one of the 600,000 or so Canadians who use GM’s OnStar service, be sure to update the smartphone app that adds a few new features – including the option to send driving directions to your vehicle.

Make sure the USB port you’re plugging your phone into isn’t access your data.

Security researchers have demonstrated a way to remotely unlock vehicles, and even start the engine, using SMS messages.

This keychain sized two-in-one device can help you escape life-threatening situations.

The US may soon require a “black box” event data recorder on all new vehicles.

This year brings new innovations in design and technology to electric motorcycles in Canada and abroad.

Recycle your old cellphones for free with RecycleMyCell.ca.

Here I look at five more gadgets from your local dollar store, including “blinged out” earbuds, a 4-pack of AA batteries and a tester, cassette adaptor, clip-on computer microphone and iPhone and iPod cases.

SafeDriver monitors vehicle activity with the aim of helping you keep your kids safe behind the wheel.

You’ve probably heard of iLane from IMS, a Bluetooth-enabled gadget for your vehicle that reads your emails and text messages to you, and lets you record with your voice, too. Here’s the latest on the newest version, the iLane 7100.