“Puffing” Cars vs. Remote Starters – Alta Mere’s Remote Car Starters Provide Vehicle Safety During chilly winter months, it is common for car owners to warm their vehicles while leaving their keys in the ignition and returning inside for several minutes. However, this practice which is commonly known as “puffing”, has led to a dramatic increase in auto theft. A study released last year by the National Insurance Crime Bureau showed a total of 126,603 cars were reported stolen with the keys in vehicle from 2012 to 2014. As a result, many states such as Texas, Maryland, Ohio, Colorado, West Virginia, Wisconsin and South Carolina have made it illegal to leave a car unattended with the key in the ignition. Officials in these states have seen this occurrence lead to an increase in auto theft that can also result in high-speed chases and get-away cars for burglaries. In an attempt to ... read more

The Latest Trends in Car Accessories Your car is becoming a bigger part of your everyday life. After all, your daily commute takes up a large part of your day. It only makes sense that you want your car to have the latest accessories to maximize your satisfaction with your vehicle. These are the two biggest trends affecting car accessories right now. Trend 1: Safety The other big trend affecting car accessories right now is security. It’s on the top of everyone’s mind right now. At Alta Mere, we offer must-have accessories that will make your car safer and more reliable for you and your family. Text block devices Blind spot indicators Collision avoidance DVR dash cameras Backup cameras Headlight restoration These security accessories and services will give you the peace of mind you need in 2016. Tren ... read more