Innovative car keys taking driving to a whole new leveI

It's only suiting that a car as high-tech as the BMW 7-series would come with a key fob to match it.

It comes with four buttons to lock and unlock the car, pop open the trunk, and panic. But it also comes with a full-color 2.2-inch touch screen that lets you swipe to see information like whether all the doors are locked and your current fuel range.

You can also use the key to control the climate in the car and toggle the lights. But by far the coolest part is that you can use it to park the car remotely.

Tesla's key fob was actually designed to look like a mini Tesla Model S

In addition to locking and unlocking the car doors, the Tesla key can be used to tell the car to pull forward and backward, all from a semi-remote distance and without anyone inside of the car.

With the F-Pace's Activity Key, by holding your wrist up to the Jaguar badge on the rear of the car, you can lock or unlock the vehicle. And it's waterproof! 

The Activity Key is available as a $400 option.

Car Maintenance: What to Expect at Each Service Interval

Let's face the facts, car maintenance isn't usually a favorite pursuit for the majority of car owners. But regular maintenance is vital to keeping your car running smoothly and avoiding unneccessary repairs that crop up if you let scheduled services pass you by.

Proactive maintenance will make the life of a car owner much easier, and this maintenance guide will give you a general idea of what is to be expected at each major service interval. Specifics differ from manufacturer to manufacturer - so it's important to check your owner's manual and consult your mechanic, but the following is fairly standard across most makes and models.

Change Engine Oil Frequently
Oil is commonly referred to as the life-blood of an engine and for good reason. Proper lubrication is tantamount to an engine's health, so you need to regularly replace your engine oil and oil filter.

The engine oil and filter should be changed, on average, about every 3,000 to 5,000 miles for a typical gasoline engine. Some modern synthetic oils allow up to 7,500 miles of protection between changes, but only under ideal driving conditions.

Since most of the drives we take are short trips in stop-and-go traffic, it's always a good idea to change your oil more frequently than the maximum recommended interval.

Your First Major Check-up: 15,000-Mile ServiceYour first major service should come at about 15,000 miles, or twelve months, after purchasing your car. Given the young life of your car and its components, it's a relatively basic procedure.

Expect to have the engine oil and oil filter changed, along with the engine air filter and the in-cabin air filter. A new engine air filter will ensure optimal gas mileage and keep engine contaminants at a minimum, while a new in-cabin air filter will keep your car's interior dust and contaminant free.

Wiper blades should also be inspected at this point, especially if winter is approaching, and replaced as needed.

Understanding all of the items in your 15,000-mile service is important, because this process will be repeated at all major services.

30,000-Mile Service
In addition to the items replaced at your 15,000-mile service, a new fuel filter will be needed to keep your engine running smooth.

Engine coolant will also be changed at this time to ensure your car's engine does not overheat, and power steering and transmission fluids should be flushed out and replaced. These fluids break down over time and lose their effectiveness and, for the average commuter, these fluids will have been in use for roughly two years.

This service should be repeated every 30,000 miles to keep your car in good health.

45,000-Mile Service
Your 45,000-mile service will include familiar, commonly changed maintenance items such as an oil and oil filter change, but the additional focus of the service will be on the car's ignition system.

Spark plugs are key engine components that need to be replaced after three years or 45,000 miles. Worn-out spark plugs can cause misfires and dead cylinders, which seriously harm the performance and lifespan of an engine. A new ignition management system, which runs the spark plugs, should also be fitted to ensure the entire ignition system is functioning normally.

Brake fluid should also be changed after 45,000 miles or three years, as it absorbs water over time and thickens, losing its efficacy. Brake pads need to be checked and replaced as needed, especially for drivers who spend a significant amount of time in stop-and-go traffic.

2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S Review

Do you want to drive a car that can carry four passengers in addition to the driver, has the ability to absolutely terrify those four people (and probably you as well) and find the Dodge Charger Hellcat just a bit too ... gauche? Mercedes-AMG has you covered with the new 2018 E63 S, on display at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show.

The plan is simple: Take an E-Class sedan. Put some bigger, more aggressive tires on special wheels, add some aerodynamic bits front and rear, give it a unique interior with sport seats up front and, oh yeah, power it with a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine making 603 horsepower. And, just for fun, let's give it a Drift mode as well, adjusting the all-wheel-drive system to deliver all the torque to the rear wheels to make it easier to get sideways.

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Are These Car Features Real or Fake?

The evolution of the car included the evolution of car accessories. Over time, auto manufacturers have offered many options – some for safety, some for entertainment and some for comfort. While you may be familiar with today’s standard car features, there have also been some less ordinary options.

Do you think you’re an expert on car accessories? Test your knowledge with this car quiz. You may not believe some of these options are real!