Whom You Know: CarMD® Is The Ideal “Under $100” Holiday Gift For Car and Truck Owners Easy-To Use System Saves Drivers Time and Money. Whom You Know's Cruising Peachy Panelist Recommends Car MD!

Thursday, August 12, 2010

CarMD® Is The Ideal “Under $100” Holiday Gift For Car and Truck Owners Easy-To Use System Saves Drivers Time and Money. Whom You Know's Cruising Peachy Panelist Recommends Car MD!

Are you searching for a practical cutting edge gift for your friends and family? Peachy Deegan is constantly on the lookout for the most innovative items for your gift-giving list and to make your life as fabulous as it can be! This year, give the gift that’s sure to impress all of the car and truck owners in your life – the CarMD® Vehicle Health System. This easy-to-use system gives drivers a way to check for hidden problems or find out why the “Check Engine” light is on without having to wait until the repair shop opens. The ideal holiday gift for car owners, CarMD is available direct to consumers for $98.99 (U.S.) at www.CarMD.com.

CarMD is ready to use right out of the box, and includes everything needed to monitor a car’s health – an easy-to-use handheld diagnostic device, Mac/PC software, USB cable, two AAA batteries, handy storage pouch, and lifetime software and firmware updates. CarMD works on all 1996 and newer vehicles manufactured for use in the U.S. – foreign and domestic. To use, just plug it into your vehicle’s on-board diagnostic port (don’t worry, CarMD.com will show you where it is on your car), and CarMD does the rest! It’s color-coded lights will tell you if your ride has any problems lurking under the hood, if the vehicle is ready for that winter trip, let you know if you’ll pass your emissions test, solve “check engine” light problems and more. Whether you know a lot about how cars work or don’t have a clue, CarMD offers the complete solution to keep your car in top condition. It’s also a very practical gift to help drivers save time and catch problems early before they lead to very costly repairs.

When a problem is found, CarMD customers simply use the included Mac/PC software and their own computer to tap into CarMD’s unrivaled online database to generate a Vehicle Health Report. You get an easy-to-understand overview of what’s wrong and what it will take to fix it – down to estimated parts and labor costs in your zip code. You also see safety recalls for your car, get maintenance reminders and more.

Our panelist put this to the test, and he says:

The CarMD hand held diagnostic unit tested my 1996 model. This fabulous device does revolutionize vehicle repair costs significantly and limit vehicle down times.
I would not be without this device now, and here is a list of what I like best about CarMD!
* The unit is inexpensive
* You can easily check your vehicle computer to determine "Check engine light warnings"
*The simple instructions will guide you through the process; We recommend that you have a pencil and paper to note the readout codes that appear on the CarMD unit
*Then, simply go to your personal computer where your CarMD software will interpret the codes and list the areas that may need changes
*Note, do not start the engine! Just turn the ignition switch to on and insert the plugin unit to your easily-accessible computer station
*Most "Check engine light Faiiures" are due to plug-in sensors that are inexpensive and can be purchased and installed free at local vehicle parts stores
*Every family should have someone capable of using this CarMD unit which will reduce repair costs with limited down time
* Buy one, read the simple instructions and save yourself time, money and aggrivation!
Whom You Know recommends CarMD!

The CarMD Vehicle Health System recently earned a prestigious 2010 Edison Best Products Award in the Electronics and Computers category. CarMD system owners say this product often pays for itself in the first use. And professional Automotive Service Excellence Technician Mike Emerson says, “CarMD is a tool that everybody needs.” For more information or to order, visit www.CarMD.com.

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From CarMD:

Mission Statement: The mission of CarMD.com is to empower consumers and the vehicle market by providing them with the tools and information needed to make educated decisions about vehicle health and maintenance.

Our products employ the latest technologies that help everyone access and decipher vehicle diagnostic information using simple, quick and accurate methods.

Our website will be THE portal where consumers go for “all things automotive”. It is our intent to develop mutually rewarding relationships with our investors, employees, partners, suppliers and – most importantly, our customers.

MARKET PULSE:
Every car, light truck, SUV and minivan manufactured for use in the U.S. since 1996 – foreign and domestic – has a standardized computer system designed to turn on the “Check Engine” light if a problem is detected. That translates into an estimated 170 million vehicles on the road in the U.S., with nearly 20 million new vehicles added to the population each year. Until now, the only way to find out about potential problems and solutions was to go to the local mechanic.

PRODUCTS: CarMD gives drivers the tools and information they need to monitor their vehicles’ health.

The company’s inaugural product, the #2100 CarMD® Handheld Tester and Software Kit, debuted in 2006. It featured a handheld tester that links to a vehicle’s computer through a port found under the dashboard. Its easy-to-read LEDs give a quick indication of the vehicle’s health. It also includes a USB cable and CD software to link the tester to a Windows® -based PC, and access via www.CarMD.com to an online database that connects customers to a report with probable cause, fix and estimated repair costs.

In 2010, CarMD debuted its CarMD® Vehicle Health System with easy-to-use handheld tester and new Mac/PC software, along with enhanced diagnostic reports that feature vehicle recall information and technical service bulletin listings. This product earned The Mac Observer Editor’s Choice Award for one of the best products to debut during the Macworld 2010 Expo. It also earned a nod from the Edison 2010 Best Product Awards in the Electronics and Computers category.

Products coming soon include a retail kiosk, emissions testing products, and CarMD® Pro.

PATENTS:
There are several patents in place for CarMD. U.S. Patent #6,687,584 for the tester’s all-in-one display, #6,941,203 of the method and system of computer network implemented vehicle diagnostics, and #6,947,816 for the easy-to-read LEDs. Other patents that apply to the CarMD ® Kiosk include U.S. Patents #: 6,941,203; 6,687,584; 6,947,816 and 7,376,497. The latter is related to the customer-driven process of helping consumers diagnose and repair a vehicle.

TARGET “PATIENTS”: Your Vehicle’s Wellness Program Starts at CarMD.com. Some of the many uses for CarMD include:
Find out why your “Check Engine” light is on
Catch hidden engine problems before they can harm your car
Get the most likely fix with estimated repair costs, parts and labor so you can compare notes with your mechanic
Inspect a used car before buying or selling
Identify problems or get peace of mind before taking a road trip
Find out if your vehicle will pass an emissions “smog” check
And more

WEBSITE OVERVIEW:
The www.CarMD.com website features private and public sections for current and prospective CarMD customers. Public pages include Vehicle Health Matters tips and videos, product demos, “check engine” light information, common questions, tips for buying a used car, tips to keep your car green, automotive industry information and more. CarMD customers receive access to additional information, including a way to generate and store diagnostic information on each of their vehicles. Future plans call for a mechanic referral program and a multitude of value-added information and services pertaining to car maintenance and everything automotive.
PRICE: The CarMD® Vehicle Health System retails for $98.99 (U.S.)
Distribution: CarMD is currently available direct to consumers online at www.CarMD.com or toll-free at 888.MyCarMD (888-692-2763). It is also sold direct to consumers via TV infomercial.
FOUNDED: CarMD.com Corp., was registered with the U.S. patent & trademark office in 2003 and launched to the public in March 2006.
COMPANY STATS: CarMD.com Corp. is headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif.
Management Team:
Ieon C. Chen, CEO
Phuong Pham, Vice President R&D Department
Keith Andreasen, Director of Technical Services, ASE Master Technician
Art Jacobsen, Director of Business Development
Richard Amador, Director of Marketing
Kristin Brocoff, Marketing & Public Relations Manager
Howard R. Miller, Senior Marketing Strategist
PRODUCT

SUPPORT: The lifeblood of CarMD.com Corp., is a first-rate Call Center staff of all-ASE Certified technicians and master technicians. The team is available by phone and email to answer customer questions ranging from product use to report generation.
HEADQUARTERs: CarMD.com Corp.

11245 Young River Ave.

Fountain Valley, California 92708

Phone: 888.692.2763 | Fax: 714.241.6818

www.CarMD.com

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