Dec. 2, 2013 12:01 p.m. I keep reading the average new car sells for over $30,000 now, but I sure see a lot more newer less expensive cars on the road than more expensive, unless my guesses as to sales price is wrong. I can accept the number as an average, but that makes me wander what the median price is.
Extensive compressor reviews and FAQ. Active versus passive: what does it mean, and why choose one over the other? First, all the word active means is that some component inside requires power, either a battery or an external voltage source. Passive just means that no components inside need to be powered. Examples of active components include transistors, LED lights, and opamps or other IC chips.
The active role played by the driver in arming this alarm results in this being called an âactiveâ alarm. Most alarm systems have the option of switching between passive and active. A driver can choose to switch back and forth him/herself, or allow a professional to make the switch.The particular setting of active or passive, however, is entirely the preference of the driver.nce the key is removed from the ignition and all the doors to the vehicle are closed, the alarm turns itself on. This function gives the alarm the name âpassive,â as the driver does nothing to arm it. An active alarm must be activated by the driver.