GPS picks
Consumer Reports looks at the GPS in its December issue, and recommends navigators in three price-points. $150 or less: Magellan Maestro 4350 ($150), TomTomOne140S ($100); $250 or less: Garmin Nuvi 1490T ($250), TomTomGo740 Live ($250); more than $250: Garmin Nuvi 3760T ($400), Motorola Motonav TN765t ($280).
consumerreports.com
Driving gloves
Looking for fashionable and functional gloves this winter? Try Bionic Gloves, made of extra-smooth leather with strategically positioned pads for grip.
$30-$40, bionicgloves.com
Sources: NWautos staff, Wheelbase Communications