svtmike

Where are the two in the back seat? Mine doesn't seem to have them, and it's fully loaded except for the adjustable shocks. I put a low profile 2-port USB charger in the power outlet back there for rear seat passengers.

There are also two SD card slots in the glove box, and that's where the old school DVD/CD drive is as well.

I keep my SD slots and my USB slots populated with media containing 44.1-48kHz, 16-24 bit, 2-6 channel FLAC files for great surround music and sound quality. The B&O blows away the ELS system in my 2G MDX and 3G TL, as it should for being a decade-newer system.

oonowindoo

LOL I just realized that not all new cars have USB.

'01White3.2CL

https://acurazine.com/forums/car-tal.../#post16152711

RPhilMan1

Charging through USB is slow anyway. I use a 10 mAh battery brick for that. Much easier and faster.

oonowindoo

Isnt the battery pack through an USB too?

imj0257

iTrader: (1)

Not sure about that. My car charges my phone 2x faster than plugged in at home.

oonowindoo

Really... not sure what kind of phone you have... but i think the issue is with your phone and home... car charging is not fast... i think it s about the same as my portable brick.

At home, we can do faster charging...

TacoBello

svtmike

I use these for 2 ports of 2.4A charging, even in my Audi that has USB ports built in. Why, you ask? Because cell phone sound quality sucks and so I don't use Carplay. I just let the phone hook up via Bluetooth for hands free calling.

imj0257

iTrader: (1)

Well that was with my old 6s. I just got an 8 a week ago and don't even need to charge it so haven't tested yet.

But it definitely is the not just the cable. I used the same cable in my car vs my wife's G37. Without using the phone in her car for 30 min it might charge literally 5%; in my car it might charge 50%. if I used an app like Waze in her car and had it plugged in, it wouldn't 'add' any charge but it wouldn't take any away.. it would stay the same, but in my car it still would add considerable charge. But that was with the 2 year old 6s. I haven't done the same comparison with the 8, but I bet it would be the same.

oonowindoo

Not saying i dont believe you since i am not there. But i find it hard to believe you can charge you phone anywhere close to 50% in your car in 30 mins... USB or not. That is "Fast Charging" speed with a plug into the wall.
But 5% in your wife's car is a little too slow too.

I still have my 6s edge plus.... it would take me about 2 hours to charge from 10% to full.... in my car via USB.... around 1 hour with fast charging at home from 0-100%.

By the way, I am sure you know this.. Samsung phones are very sensitive with the type of cable you use....

huy33

ISF...? As in not the F Sport one.

SamDoe1

Maybe the rental ones are a bit different? Not sure, but they were on the back of the center console. There are also two on the front of the center console.

That all depends. If the port is designed for charging and data vs just data, it will charge just as fast as the wall. Wall bricks are essentially just changing the 120V AC from the wall to USB (5V) DC to your phone anyway.

StealthTL-S

Old thread brought back to life: I'm still driving my 08 TL-S six speed , test drove the 5.0 mustang bullit, what a ride! Always drooling when I see and hear the Dodge Charger 392! And, love to see the 2017, 2018 Camarro SS on the road!

1. Mustang 5.0
2. Dodge Charger 392
3. Camaro SS

StealthTL-S

Going to test drive the Dodge Charger SRT or Scat Pack.

TylerT

iTrader: (1)

What's your price range?

Resident Audi fanboy over here ... but, give the B8.5 S4 a try. DSG or 6 speed is wonderful to drive and the cars are very easily modified.

Good luck with your search!

teh CL

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ATS - V would be fun

Yoggibearlegend93

I own a NBP TL-S 6 spd. I love it. But, I wanted to see if there was anything better. So, I rented a Scatpack Charger, lots of power, comfortable car. I have two issues with them. No spare tire and here in Las Vegas at least they are everywhere. Even Hellcats! My buddy let me test drive his 2014 Audi S4 B8.5. The supercharger and AWD is amazing. If I was to sell my TL, I would buy one. The looks and interior have aged well. Most have low mileage and are sub 25k in price. Good luck in your search.

StealthTL-S

I think i would love the engine and drive of the audi, but it would be an expensive car to own! Very expensive parts and maintenance on the german car! The Scatpack Charger looks nice, and I think I would love it, but it is very big, a large car. I think I am most comfortable in a fast, nimble car that handles well, whatever that may be. The Charger is lightning fast, but would not stay on the road at Tail of the Dragon!

00TL-P3.2

Giulia? Keep until just before warranty expiration.

SamDoe1

Better Faster Cheaper <- Pick two


Honestly the best option per your requirements of a fast, nimble car that's (relatively) cheap to maintain, you should be looking for a Kia Stinger or Genesis G70/G80. If you're willing to go smaller in size, a CTR or Golf R are both great options and very practical.

oonowindoo

it all depends how much you wanna spend... for 50-60k.. i personally would take M2 Comp if i didnt need 4 door. or Stinger, M340i, S4 if i needed 4 door.

30k range, there is CTR, and Hyundai's Veloster N... WRX

20k range Civic Sport or Si...

But you gotta pay to play if you want "everything"