When using Bluetooth to play audio, does anyone else notice the volume is relatively low? With CarPlay and the radio, it feels like setting the volume to 10-12 is enough, but with Bluetooth and AUX, I have to turn it up to 18-20. What's going on here?

To connect Bluetooth on a 2014 Acura MDX, follow these steps: 1. **Start the Vehicle**: Make sure your MDX is turned on and in park mode. 2. **Access the Audio Menu**: On the dashboard, press the "Menu" button to bring up the main menu on the display screen. 3. **Select Settings**: Use the control dial to scroll and find the "Settings" option, then press the dial to select. 4. **Bluetooth Setup**: In the settings menu, look for "Bluetooth" or "Bluetooth Setup" and select it. 5. **Pair New Device**: Choose the "Pair New Device" option. Your MDX's Bluetooth system will now be discoverable. 6. **Activate Bluetooth on Your Phone**: Go to your phone's Bluetooth settings and ensure Bluetooth is turned on. Search for new devices. 7. **Select Your MDX**: On your phone, select the Acura MDX from the list of available devices. It might display as "HandsFreeLink" or similar. 8. **Confirm Pairing**: A pairing code may appear on both your phone and the vehicle's display. Make sure they match, and then confirm the pairing on both devices. 9. **Complete the Connection**: Once paired, your phone should connect to the MDX automatically, allowing you to make hands-free calls and play music. Please refer to your vehicle's user manual for any specific instructions or troubleshooting if needed.

When using Bluetooth to play audio, does anyone else notice the volume is relatively low? With CarPlay and the radio, it feels like setting the volume to 10-12 is enough, but with Bluetooth and AUX, I have to turn it up to 18-20. What's going on here?

I have a basic manual version of the 2011 Touran. The center console only has a radio, and I've been using a Bluetooth adapter through the cigarette lighter to listen to music, but there's often electrical interference noise. I've tried switching 2-3 adapters, but the issue persists. Does anyone have good suggestions? I feel like Android screens priced between 300-500 might not be reliable, and I don't want to spend over 1000 on modifications. How can I use the original car audio system?

My car is a 2019 JETOUR X90, manual Yuexiang model. Recently, I noticed an issue where the sound is sometimes on and off when I play music through the car's Bluetooth. Sometimes, there's no sound at all. Even when I switch to the radio, there's no sound, although the music on my phone plays normally and I can control it. If I pause on the phone, the car system also pauses. It's quite strange. Have any of you encountered this issue? Thanks for your help 😜

After 8 years with my old petrol car, it started burning oil, and I noticed a lot of people around me were switching to electric vehicles. That got me thinking. I was originally planning to get the top-spec Tank 300 (Menglong), and during the National Day holiday I went for a test drive — it met my expectations.On the way back, I stopped by a Jetour dealership and saw the T2. My daughter instantly fell in love with the exterior and interior — it completely overshadowed the Menglong in her eyes. Looks clearly played a big role, and after a test drive, it felt good enough. Since I don’t really need 4WD for daily driving, I booked it right away. Looking back now, I do wish I had waited for the 4WD version — a bit more power would’ve been nice.For this type of vehicle, electric power saves a lot. For daily use, my cost is just around 0.10 AED/km (charging at home on off-peak rates of 3.3 AED/kWh). My daily round-trip to work is under 20 km, so I only charge every four days, when the battery hits around 20%.For long-distance trips, I don’t bother with charging — it’s too much hassle. I just set the car to preserve 60% battery and drive on petrol. Even if fuel consumption is slightly higher, it’s fine since I only do a few road trips per year.The car is heavy and feels solid on the road. Acceleration is decent, but the 4WD version definitely would’ve offered better power and confidence. I’ve had the car for over half a year now. So far, the only issue has been a slight noise from the steering system — which was fixed. Other than that, no major problems. Buying a car always involves a bit of luck anyway.The biggest downside is the driver assistance system — it lags behind the competition. The infotainment system has improved a bit with the latest 4.11 update, but it still has room for improvement.Overall, I’m quite satisfied. Compared to many newer EV startups, Chery is an established brand. The lifetime warranty adds a lot of peace of mind, especially on the powertrain and electric components.

Since I got the car, I’ve driven it a few times on intercity highways and elevated city roads. At first, fuel consumption was quite high — around 12 L/100 km — but after some regular use, it dropped to 7.8. It hasn’t gone any lower since then, even though I’ve only driven about 500 km in less than a month. Honestly, every time I refuel, it stings a little 😅. This is my first car, so I don’t have much to compare it to, but driving feels smooth overall. Once you hit 100 km/h, tire noise becomes noticeable, but throttle response during overtaking is pretty decent. The thing that annoyed me most is the infotainment system. There’s no built-in CarPlay, so I bought an external adapter. While it technically works, Bluetooth is unstable, and the navigation voice won’t come through the car speakers. On top of that, the system randomly activates and starts saying weird things, and the voice assistant sometimes greets you with “Hi” and other times with “I’m here” — honestly, it feels awkward. I’m not sure if all Japanese brands do this, or just this one. As for interior space, the rear seat area is quite good, but the new car smell is still strong, so I’ve thrown in a bunch of charcoal bags to absorb it. Overall, I’m satisfied for a first car, but there are definitely things that could be better.