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Fiat Grande Punto Vs Volkswagen Polo

2010-12-15T06:11:00.000-08:00

There are many cars in India is going to be launched in this year and in the next. A touch of foreign exterior is expected in almost all cars. Now see what is there for a customer in Fiat Grande Punto and Volkswagen Polo. Both the cars are yet to be launched. The Fiat Grande Punto is a large two box hatch and Volkswagen Polo is a premium hatchback. These cars are specially designed for Indian market. Polo will be rolled out with three engine options namely - two petrol variants and one diesel variant. All the Polo models sold in India will come equipped with air-condition. On the other hand, Grande Punto will be offered with two engines which include the 1.2 litre FIRE engine that produces 65 BHP and the 1.3 Multijet diesel that will be tuned to churn out 75BHP. Polo will be available in silver, white, red and blue colours and the company officials are also contemplating on introducing an orange paint scheme for India to go with the sporty image of the Polo. Quality control is one of the key areas that the company is focusing on and all the quality checks will be strictly undertaken at the manufacturing level before the Polo hits series production at the Chakan plant. The new Polo will most likely come in 3-door and 5-door hatchback versions, and the design is expected to be inspired from Volkswagen's stunning Scirocco. Whereas, the Grande Punto for India will be available only in the five door version. Diesel and petrol engine options will put it at par with the Suzuki Swifts, or even the Skoda Fabias India. Coming to the fifth generation Polo which would be made at Chakan from the end of this calendar year. The Chakan plant began with its pre-series production of the new Polo, which will be ready for launch in India by 2010. The first finished body of the Polo was rolled to the paint shop in April, 2009. This car is a nifty number which can seat five adults in comfort and has tremendously high levels of build quality and refinement. The Grande Punto is extremely roomy, with excellent front visibility, easy access and a large luggage compartment. It would come with a range of petrol and diesel powerplants and maybe VW could also offer its highly acclaimed BlueMotion technologies to not just make the Polo an emissions beater but also trade on a high fuel efficiency capability which has been proved all over the world.

2010 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo: Brand new car for a brand new year

2010-08-31T04:25:00.000-07:00

BMW – the ultimate driving machine reaches a new level of ultra sophistication and dynamics with the brand new 2010 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo. A unique vehicle among the new BMW vehicles, the Gran Turismo promises and delivers unprecedented style, power, performance and safety to customers. BMW has made it sure that the newest addition to BMW’s luxury performance is different from other models in every possible way. Brian Harris BMW, a leading New Orleans and Baton Rouge BMW dealership in Louisiana (LA)is pleased to stock and sell the brand new 2010 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo.

The elite family of BMW 5 series gets a new member in the form of the Gran Turismo. Already known as the contemporary interpretation of the classic touring sports car, the 2010 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo is a mix of elements from hatchback
, Sports Activity Vehicle and wagon body styles that give it a unique ultra modern look. The capacious premium wagon with a coupe-like profile is the epitome of practicality and offers unprecedented storage solutions. The Gran Turismo is available with great BMW financing and leasing offers at Brian Harris BMW.

The Gran Turismo is equipped with a number of hi-tech features like iDrive with Connected Drive; iPod/iPhone USB integrated System, Logic7 Audio System, HD Radio, integral active steering, adaptive drive, active cruise control, night vision with pedestrian recognition, active blind spot detection, dual-access tailgate, panoramic roof, on-board navigation system with traffic alerts and more. When it comes to performance, the BMW 5 series Gran Turismo delivers high power driving pleasure on road -- thanks to the twin turbo V-8 engine that can reach 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds. All that power it put to the ground comes via a new 8-speed automatic transmission
. With interior amenities and options that offer a total upscale luxury feel, the 2010 Gran Turismo is a vehicle that will redefine the auto-making world. For details contact Brian Harris BMW.

Take advantage of debt relief programs

2010-05-07T06:57:00.000-07:00

One thing that most people want is to be credit card debt. Nobody wants to go down by stabbing their previous purchases. These cause a lot of hassle to the people and not allow them to live freely as they want to live. Although the nature of previous purchases is questionable, once you get into this mess makes it even hard for you to your normal purchases that you will need to make live a normal life satisfaction. So if you're in this situation then you need to learn how to take advantage of the stimulus money for debt relief programs. Because the incentive money is really made easier for people to get the help they want so badly. It’s time to get out of debt and start living a debt free life.

The reason that the stimulus money is so much easier to get the lighting is that the creditors now have more money than they had before. So they used a very efficient with their money and keep it all themselves and as much as they can from all sides and were hassling de debtors to repay them as soon as possible to get, but now the situation is quite different now. They have money now. This will allow you to free and independent financial and successfully get rid of the enormous burden that might be on your back due to credit card debt consolidation.

While people said that the money should be given to people to help them and not the financial institutions has now become clear that the money ended up helping the people. For if the creditors got the money they use it more stable, which means they regulate their debts as quickly as they can. So you should go to a debt settlement company to get help. Or better yet, go to a debt relief network that allows you to find the best possible business solution.

How Muscle Cars Work

2010-04-05T07:16:00.000-07:00

1967 Chevrolet Camaro

After two years of watching the Ford Mustang enjoy tremendous success, General Motors finally launched its entry into the high performance pony car segment introducing the Chevrolet Camaro. Although available with a mediocre six cylinder for volume sales, the Camaro could be equipped with several V8s and a myriad of performance options. By definition Muscle cars are normal production models built to put that manufacturers hottest engine and performance options to make them into street legal drag racers. Then the famous Regular Production Code for their Muscle Car verions -the Z/28- would change the industry's view of fast pony cars.

Inspired by the success of the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet launched its own pony car, the Camaro. Chevrolet stated that the "Camaro" was named after the French word for "comrade," although some linguists argued that it was actually Spanish for a type of shrimp. Not exactly an awe aspiring name for a new pony car. Luckily, the Camaro had the muscle to back up its case. The Camaro was based on the upcomming 1968 Chevy Nova platform, and featured a unibody structure from the windshield and firewall back, with a separate steel rail subframe for everything up front. The Camaro was available from the start in hardtop coupe and covertible body styles, and could be order with nearly 80 factory options and 40 dealer accessories, including three main option packages and a choice of four different engines. The RS package included numerous cosmetic changes including a blacked out grill with hidden headlights, revised parking and tail lights, upgraded interior trim, and RS badging. Of greater interest to enthusiasts was the SS package which included as standard equipment a modified 350 cid V8 (the first 350 engine Chevy ever offered) with an available 396 cid big block producing 325bhp (L35) and later a 375bhp version, along with simulated air-intakes on the hood, special bumble bee striping, and a blacked out grill. It was possible to order both the RS and SS packages, and get a RS/SS Camaro, in which case the RS badging took precedence. Camaro popularity soared when a RS/SS Convertible with the 396 paced the 1967 Indianapolis 500 race.

In December 1966, Chevrolet then quietly released one of the most famous options codes of all time, option Z-28. Unpublicized and unknown by most of the buying public (and most Chevrolet sales people for that matter) and not mentioned in any sales literature, the only way someone could order the Z-28 package was to order a base Camaro with the Z-28 option, mandatory front disc brakes with power assist, and the Muncie 4-speed transmission. You could not order the SS package, automatic transmission, air conditioning, or the convertible. What you got was a unique 302 cid small block (Non-California emission cars were labeled MO while California emission engines were labeled MP) that was created by taking the 327 block and installing the short-stroke 283 crank. Specifically designed to compete in the Club of America Trans Am racing series which placed a 305 cid limit on its entries, the Z-28 was available to the public solely to qualify the car for racing. Advertised horsepower was listed at just 290bhp, which was not very impressive until one hooked it up to a dyno and got actual readings of 360-400 bhp. The Z-28 also came with a competition suspension, broad racing stripes on the hood and trunklid and could be combined with the RS option package. There was no Z-28 badging at all, lest it attract to much attention. The Z-28 proved to be difficult to launch on the street because its high reving engine was lethargic under 4000rpm and worked best when it was shifted at 7500rpm (!). Once it got going, the Z28 was tough to beat and boosted a 140mph top speed and numerous racing victories. Only 602 Z-28s were sold in 1967, making it a truly desirable collectable.

Production units: RS: 64,842 -SS: 34,411-Z-28: 609 -
Engines:(Z-28) 302 V8 290bhp @ 5800rpm, 290lb-ft @ 4200rpm.
327 V8 210bhp. -327 V8 275bhp. -350 V8 255bhp.
(SS350) 350 V8 295bhp @ 4800rpm, 380lb-ft @ 3200rpm.
(SS396) 396 V8 325bhp @ 4800rpm, 410lb-ft @ 3200rpm.
(SS396) 396 V8 375bhp @ 5600rpm, 415lb-ft @ 3600rpm.

Performance:
(Z-28) 302/290bhp: 0-60 in 6.9 sec, 1/4 mile in 14.85 sec @ 101mph.
(SS396) 396/325bhp: 0-60 in 6.0 sec, 1/4 mile in 14.5 sec @103 mph.

High Quality Auto Parts for Chevy, Toyota, Nissan, Honda and Jeep Now On Sale at Auto Parts Train

2010-02-16T12:13:00.000-08:00

Good new for Chevy parts, Toyota parts, Nissan parts, Honda parts and Jeep parts users! Auto Parts Train, the country's leading auto parts dealer is now selling these top quality auto parts at the lowest prices. While you get satisfied from the auto parts' superior quality and performance, you can also save from Auto Parts Train's hottest deals on these products. Up to 50% discounts are offered plus you get more choices as Auto Parts Train includes auto parts for older and the latest models.

Just click through the link and see for yourself the best deals on high quality Toyota parts, Chevy parts, Nissan parts, Honda parts and Jeep parts offered by Auto Parts Train. Meanwhile let's take a look at the store's featured auto parts: the exhaust system parts.

Recognizing that automobiles are major causes of air pollution, Auto Parts Train supports environmentalists' long-time crusade for a cleaner and greener environment by offering high quality exhaust system replacement parts. This number one auto parts store believes that the exhausts system is crucial to the vehicle's performance as well; thus, it gives only the most reliable parts like catalytic converters and mufflers for almost all makes and models.

Let's take a closer look at a car's exhaust system, its components, how to control Auto Parts Online store's featured exhaust parts like Chevy truck exhaust parts, Toyota exhaust parts, Nissan exhaust parts, Jeep exhaust and Honda exhaust parts.

The Exhaust System

Emission requirements for automobiles have gone higher and higher as the years pass by. This is primarily due to the growing concern for the environment of motorists and non-auto users' alike. Since 1980s, all vehicles (except diesel engine-equipped vehicles) are required to include a catalytic converter in the exhaust system. This part is in charge of cleaning the excess gasses produced during the combustion so that they'll be less harmful to the environment when sent out of the vehicle.

There are two types of exhausts system: the Dual Exhaust System (also twin exhaust system) and the Emission Control System. The first has two tailpipes; thus allows the engine exhaust more freely. It minimizes back pressure, making it easier for the engine to breathe in more air for a more efficient combustion. This type of exhaust also significantly reduces the excess gasses after each exhaust stroke of the pistons.

The second type is purely focused on restricting the amount of harmful gases in the exhaust. This type can be further grouped into two categories; the first type is designed to eliminate formation of "pollutants" in the engine itself while the other type is designed to alter the state of the harmful by-products before they are finally released out of the vehicle. If you have a Chevy truck equipped with a Chevy catalytic converter, it has this second type of emission control exhaust system.

Increasing Engine and Vehicle Efficiency

Increasing the engine and vehicle efficiency is also a way of reducing harmful exhaust. If you have an old Ford Mustang for example, you can control emissions by upgrading its engine parts and electrical parts. High quality electrical parts affect the way the air and fuel mixture in the engine is ignited and thus, they also affect the engine's performance.

Vehicle efficiency can be achieved by keeping the vehicle light as much as possible. Replacing its body parts with lighter yet more durable and aerodynamic parts can be of great help. It helps in cutting fuel expenses at the same time in making your ride livelier. For your body parts needs, the store offers light and high-grade replacements body panels such as the hood, fender and door.

As a top Auto Parts Store with more than 25 years of experience in the car parts business, Auto Parts Train simply knows what you need and what you deserve�the best automotive products and the best deals as well. Hence, aside from giving you premium quality exhaust system auto parts, the store also offers great Auto Parts Discount deals for every replacement and aftermarket auto part you purchase. Best deals are offered on thousands of quality Ford parts, Chevy parts, Toyota parts, Honda parts, Nissan parts, Mazda parts, Volvo parts and Jeep parts.

Featured in the site are highly durable and heavy-duty auto parts for trucks, SUVs and other larger vehicles. These type vehicles are used for more challenging tasks; thus, they need hard-wearing parts. Moreover, they need to meet higher emission standards, so you need to have highly efficient exhaust parts. Find the best quality Jeep catalytic converters and Jeep exhaust manifolds at almost half the usual price. Exhaust manifold offered here are made of cast iron and have heat shield so they are sure to endure extreme heat and harsh driving situations. Auto parts such as mirrors, tail lights, headlights, radiators, wheels, are also available in a pocket-friendly price.

2010 Ferrari 458 Italia

2009-12-16T06:32:00.000-08:00

2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is trendy sports car . The new bodykit features a fusion of Italian exotics and Japanese tuning to produce the same aerodynamic performance while weighing several pounds less than the stock vehicle. One of the body modifications is a new front bumper that features new air intakes. No word yet on performance upgrades but judging on ASI’s previous work there is sure to be a boost in power. Some other mods to look for is a dry carbon rear wing set as well as a front rake system. Soon to be available will be diffuser fins and as ASI center tip exhaust system and 19-inch forged custom alloy wheels.

Car Maintenance and Care

2009-12-01T03:28:00.000-08:00

Cars are not a low cost means of commuting. A car's cleanliness is its first line of defense to protect performance and longevity. Waxing keeps it looking shiny and like new! We want no scratches on our car and we want the best people to be working on it when we bring into a shop.

There's more to your car than the outside. Just because our cars look great on the outside does not mean this holds true on the inside. Maintaining an immaculate interior is also crucial. We are inside our cars for several hours sitting as we go back and forth from work. In addition, once in a while we give rides to other people. So the questions is - car interior cleaning - is it hard? The answer is NO!

You may like keeping the outside sharp for appearances, but the inside of your car should be clean for health reasons as well. The air we inhale inside should be new and clean. During our ride, we wish to avoid offensive smells. We don't desire to contact a bacterial or viral infection caused by dust or dirt.

Though some car owners take their automobile to a car wash and have its interior and exterior cleaned, it costs them more than it would do it by themselves.

Save money by learning how to clean your own car and forgo the professional services. Dont, prejudge advice. I suggest always refer to another source like a book for extra knowledge about auto cleaning and apply what your learned yourself. You will learn the correct movements to clean the rims, tires, seats, mats, dashboards and various parts the car has.

Keep you and your car in top shape with regular cleaning. The following are some suggestions as to how best clean the inside of your car.

Attatchments provided with vacuums, allow easy access to areas such as seat covers and floor mats, where dirt accumulates. Take out all waste and huge things from your car prior to vacuuming. While you are finishing up with your cleaning, remember to dump out the ashtray, pick up the floor mats, remove the seat covers, and give the interior a good wipe down and vacuum. Leather seats are very easy to scratch and damage, so when vacuuming seats be careful.

Apply the spray cleaners on the upholstery throughout the car and rub it in evenly after it's applied. For best results and a perfect finish, it is recommended that car wax or polish be kept dry while using dry cloth. If you are unable to find the right spray cleaner, you might try a gentle laundry soap. Absorb product in heated water. To avoid staining, as well as an offensive odor, limit the amount of water used on the seat.

Many seat covers need correct washing instructions because they are made of different materials; carpets are the same but avoid soaking them with water so there is no decay or moldy smell. Avoid direct sunlight when applying car wax or polish to eliminate drying.

Using a damp towel will gently eliminate marks and adhesives from the dash. Dry it with a clean, soft cloth or towel. When finished, apply some plastic polish and wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth. Polishing your cars dashboard not only makes it shiny but it also helps to protect it.

Eliminate strong offensive odors residing in the air conditioner. Please check the clogs caused by dirt, a debris build-up, and leaves. Empty the orifice. To avoid an off odor, clean the cowl cover and use an antibacterial spray.

Replace oil at timely intervals. Otherwise, it can cause bad odors to enter in the insides. That thing smells really disgusting, especially when the air conditioner is running.
Adding air refreshers within will cause a more aromatic sensation.

When one washes their car correctly they need to make sure that they also use car wax and car polish to ensure a proper job. There are many different types of the same cleaning products.

Additional gear and cleaning accessories will include a variety of sizes of brushes, a broom, dust pan, flannel, cloths for drying, rags, vacuum, dryer, pail, mop for washing a car, squeegees, scrubbing sponge, a wax applicator, as well as bonnets for shining and buffing you car.

When you park your car out in the open, make sure to cover it with a canvas tarp or cloth so that it is protected from heat and inclement weather.

Things to Reflect on Before Buying your Dream Car

2009-11-26T08:42:00.000-08:00

Are you searching the web for car reviews, car shopping or a vehicle that is right for you? Well, congratulations; that’s good news! On the other hand, as if choosing the features while buying cars is not enough, you also have many other aspects to look at. There are some tips that can help you while buying cars though; to not only buy the right car for your needs, but also one that doesn’t hurt your bank balance too much.

The first thing to do is to determine the budget that you can safely set aside. You should be aware of the fact that apart from retail car prices, there are also certain other costs involved. This includes title, tax, registration and other fees related to your car purchase. You should also think about the monthly amount that you will have to set aside for fuel, insurance, maintenance, and the other annual expenses such as vehicle registration. If you are buying the car through a car loan, your credit record will have an effect on the loan type that you get; this also affects the interest rate. So you need to consider all these in your budget.

Go for a car that is right for your requirements; this is not that easy though. You need to consider how and for what you will be using the car. To make the right choice, you should compare the various available options. You can find excellent resources on the web on where book car values, do car shopping, read car reviews and informative car blog, apart from comparing car prices. Try it now.

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Indepth Review of Hybrid Car

2009-11-23T08:50:00.000-08:00

We did a thorough research for you on hybrid car technology because our goal is to give you some useful information on hybrid car technology.

Those days of horse and bullock cart are long gone. People are accustomed in using car to move from one poinr to other point irrespective of distance. People use car because of necessary and also for fashion. Most surprising point is bigger and costlier car are not at all optimized for fuel efficiency.

The hot debate in auto industry is that, how long we can use our current vehicle which uses gasoline or petrol as fuel? This query has stirred many minds and brains as world oil reserves are falling and no good oil pool has been discovered in last few years. Scientists are working on hybrid car with electric battery as alternative fuel. In USA, 2% of total car is hybrid car and all big companies are coming out plan to make more improved version of hybrid car. It will be a gradual evolution of today's gasoline car to solar cell driven hybrid car.

Today, whole world became a village due to tremendous advancement in auto and communication industry. You can cover east cost to west coast in hours. This achievement came in the expense of unplanned & excessive consumption of oil and emission of toxic element in Mother Nature. In other words we care taking oil from nature, consume it and also polluting nature by releasing toxic substances in nature. It is the responsibility of our scientists & automobile engineer to accept the challenge and present a better environment friendly and fuel efficient hybrid car.

In other word we can say that it is all about developing the car of the hope, a vehicle that will be both greener and more powerful. Hybrid car is becoming more reliable and affordable with the passage of time. The success story with hybrid car begins as large investor started investment in hybrid car technology.

From here on out, we will give you tips on what can make this subject a little more helpful to you.

Hybrid technology refers to having two engines, side by side, under the bonnet. This means an electric engine here and a petrol engine there. Seeing today’s cars we come to know that majority cars driven by one or the other engine. This means not that cost effective. Thus, for better mileage and maximum performance, you get them both chiming in together, so you get more power. This can only be found in hybrid cars. That’s why people prefer them over others.

In hybrid car the electric engine also charges the batteries, and that neatly gets you around the old challenge of electric cars of having to plug it into the mains overnight. This means no necessary to concern about recharging too. Earlier hybrid car required large battery space but there are marked improvement in this area also.

Hence, we can now say that hybrid car is the best and sound choice to go for in coming days.

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The Reasoning Behind Getting Car Insurance

2009-11-19T16:20:00.000-08:00

Car Insurance

If you want to save yourself some money and avoid additional expenditure it is a better option to sell of your car rather than to avoid getting a car insurance done for it. There are many other ways by which you can budget your life but cutting out the car insurance is a very foolish answer in fact it is not an answer at all actually. Whether you have years of driving experience or whether you have a splendid record of an accident free driving career, you never know what lies behind the bend. Of course god forbid anything of the sort happens, but if you are involved in an accident of any kind, you will have to shell out money from your own pocket for any damages caused which includes medical bills along with property damage and damage to the vehicle and the likes.

There are at least more than a dozen reasons why you should not take your car out of your garage without having insurance for it. Having to pay for all damages caused by you in an accident of any kind is only one of the reasons why you should not wonder more about whether you should get a car insurance done or not. Similarly if you are involved in an accident that is caused by another car, if the case is that of a hit-and-run or if that other car is uninsured, your medical bills will have to be taken care of by your accounts. No other insurance or any medical insurance also will pay for such medical expenditure.

2000 Dollars Off of Honda CRV

2009-11-15T05:49:00.000-08:00

HONDA is revving up to drive a curvy all-new CR-V into competition against the most recent generation Freelander from Land Rover - and now's the time to buy if you fancy the model it replaces.

To clear stocks, the manufacturer has reduced the costs of most current versions by £2,000 and is also offering two other incentives to buyers.

Robert Fletcher, the franchise executive at Lookers Honda at Sir Frank Whittle Road, Derby, asserts that buyers can also choose either an accessory pack worth £1,200 or a £750 deposit allowance in the case of a personal contract purchase.

Extras in the accessory pack deal includes running boards and reversing sensors.

The price cuts have an application to all Sport and Executive versions of the 4x4 but not the SE examples. The price cut means the petrol-engined, 2.0-litre Sport is down from £19,225 to £17,255 while the diesel-engined 2.2i-CTYDi Executive can be yours for just over £21,000.

Says, Jeff Dodds, head of selling for Honda ( UK ) : "This is a superb chance for consumers to get their hands on a CR-V for a lot less.

"It's a car that's dominated the petrol SUV market for years and continues to pick up awards for its exquisite road manners - and remember, it's built in Britain!"

Added Robert: "It's a cracking offer and we've got a good range in stock."

According to the company, there are no catches or difficult to understand clauses to worry about.

Robert is anticipating taking delivery of the new CR-V.

"It looks a wonderful vehicle and is a good evolution of the latest Land Rover, the fashionable new CR-V, on sale from Jan , represents a drive upmarket, with Honda saying that it mirrors an executive saloon in the way it drives.

Improved kit levels and Honda's latest advanced safety technology will boost its appeal, along with increased towing capacity.
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Affordable Ways to Protect Your Car's Interior

2009-11-11T04:10:00.000-08:00

Protect Your Investment

So, you've plunked down some cash and buy yourself a car. Now it's time to take a few easy steps to help protect your auto's interior and your investment.

One of the most inexpensive accessories you can buy is a simple window shade for the inside of the windshield. Folding or collapsing window shades come in many sizes and shapes as well as colors and patterns so you can find one to match or compliment your interior.

Unlike window tinting, these types of protective window shades are not attached to the window so they are portable and need no installation. They will provide shade for your dashboard and steering wheel so they will help to protect your dashboard from cracking as well as keeping your interior a bit cooler.

Another inexpensive way to protect the interior of your auto is with floor mats. Like window shades, floor mats also come in many colors and designs so you’re sure to find a set that suits your taste.

They can play a crucial role in the maintenance of your car’s interior by keeping the carpeting of you car clean and free from all the mud, dirt and oil stains tracked in on the feet of you and your passengers.

Floor mats also come in a variety of materials, from carpet to rubber and vinyl. These days you can even find your favorite car logo or cartoon characters printed on them.

Lastly, investing in an affordable set of seat covers is a must-do.

If your car is new, using car seat covers keeps you free from having to worry about stains, rips or scratches in your upholstery.

If your car is a bit older, a new pair of seat covers can make your car look like it has new seats. They can brighten up your car while covering any defects like torn or shabby looking seats.

If you taxi around kids or pets a set of seat covers will give you peace of mind. If anyone has an accident or spills food or drinks on your seats you can either wash them or quickly and easily get a new pair.

Auto seat covers come in everything from zebra and leopard patterns to solids and Hawaiian print seat covers so no matter what the model or color of your car, you’re sure to find car seat covers you’ll enjoy.

It's fun and easy to protect your new investment or spruce up an old jalopy with any or all of these affordable accessories for your car.

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Indepeth Review of Hybrid Car

2009-11-08T13:54:00.000-08:00

We did a thorough research for you on hybrid car technology because our goal is to give you some useful information on hybrid car technology.

Those days of horse and bullock cart are long gone. People are accustomed in using car to move from one point to other point irrespective of distance. People use car because of necessary and also for fashion. Most surprising point is bigger and costlier car are not at all optimized for fuel efficiency.

The hot debate in auto industry is that, how long we can use our current vehicle which uses gasoline or petrol as fuel? This query has stirred many minds and brains as world oil reserves are falling and no good oil pool has been discovered in last few years. Scientists are working on hybrid car with electric battery as alternative fuel. In USA, 2% of total car is hybrid car and all big companies are coming out plan to make more improved version of hybrid car. It will be a gradual evolution of today's gasoline car to solar cell driven hybrid car.

Today, whole world became a village due to tremendous advancement in auto and communication industry. You can cover east cost to west coast in hours. This achievement came in the expense of unplanned & excessive consumption of oil and emission of toxic element in Mother Nature. In other words we care taking oil from nature, consume it and also polluting nature by releasing toxic substances in nature. It is the responsibility of our scientists & automobile engineer to accept the challenge and present a better environment friendly and fuel efficient hybrid car.

In other word we can say that it is all about developing the car of the hope, a vehicle that will be both greener and more powerful. Hybrid car is becoming more reliable and affordable with the passage of time. The success story with hybrid car begins as large investor started investment in hybrid car technology.

From here on out, we will give you tips on what can make this subject a little more helpful to you.

Hybrid technology refers to having two engines, side by side, under the bonnet. This means an electric engine here and a petrol engine there. Seeing today’s cars we come to know that majority cars driven by one or the other engine. This means not that cost effective. Thus, for better mileage and maximum performance, you get them both chiming in together, so you get more power. This can only be found in hybrid cars. That’s why people prefer them over others.

In hybrid car the electric engine also charges the batteries, and that neatly gets you around the old challenge of electric cars of having to plug it into the mains overnight. This means no necessary to concern about recharging too. Earlier hybrid car required large battery space but there are marked improvement in this area also.

Hence, we can now say that hybrid car is the best and sound choice to go for in coming days.

3 Best Muscle Cars of the World

2009-11-02T10:18:00.000-08:00

The period starting from 1964 to 1972 is termed as the ‘muscle car’ era. This period marks an important age in the automotive history. This age has set trend for the new generation sports cars. The phrase ‘muscle car’ is defines a particular variety of high performance car sold during that time. The muscle cars were typical American cars that delivered thrilling driving performance with their superlative speed.
The muscle cars were fitted with big engines that gave out huge horsepower. These cars were recognized by their long hood, short rear boot, coupe like two doors and rear wheel drive. Let us the best muscle cars of the world.

Ford Mustang

The Ford Mustang is the corner stone of American car history. It is one of the best muscle cars and it is still in production. Ford Motor Company rolled out the Mustang on 17th April 1964. The car has a hulky look with its long hood and athletic body. The stance of the car not only grabbed the attention of the viewers but also captured the imagination of the people. The car came in two body styles, namely, coupe and roadster. During those early days the car was fitted with a 2.8-litre OHV straight six cylinder engine that could churn out 101 bhp. But later, it was powered by a 4.7-litre V8 engine that could derive a power of 217 bhp. The galloping horse logo was specially crafted for the Mustang.

Pontiac GTO

The trendy Pontiac GTO (Gran Turismo Omologato) came into being in the initial year of the muscle car era. It is considered as the first true muscle car. The GTO flaunts an arrogant look with rumbling dual exhausts, a racy front hood with two scoops and a big V8 engine. The stylish long hood of this muscle car can be attributed to the V8 engine that occupies a neat 389 cubic inches. Other features of the car comprise of a firmer suspension, fancy wheels and excessive use of chrome accents. The Pontiac GTO ran on special 14-inch wheels with 6-inch wide rims and red stripe performance tyres. The GTO was powered by a 6.5-litre V8 engine that generated 325 bhp and could sprint 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds.

Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt

The Fairlane Thunderbolt was equipped with an innovative lightweight 3.6-litre V8 engine. The name of this muscle car is derived from Henry Ford's estate Fair Lane, near Dearborn, Michigan and it is called Thunderbolt because of the exhilarating speed the car could deliver.
Though the original Fairlane cars were introduce in 50s, it was redesigned in mid 60s to give a muscular look. Ford designed the Fairlane for drag racing and fitted the car with a 7-litre V8 engine with four barrel carburetors. To increase performance it was given an acrylic glass windows as well as hood, doors, fenders and front bumpers made of fiberglass. With the peppy engine, the car could tap 500 bhp.
The Fairlane Thunderbolt could accelerate from 0-100km/h in 6 seconds and had a top speed of 200 km/h. It was the fastest drag racing car ever produced.

Honda going lighter, adding more hybrids

2009-10-27T09:07:00.000-07:00

Honda Motor Co. is reviewing its entire lineup with the aim of building less expensive and more fuel-efficient vehicles, Honda CEO Takanobu Ito says.

In the case of some next-generation products--including the crucial Civic platform used on a variety of vehicles worldwide--that means making major changes to vehicles already well along in the development process.

"We are taking more time to rethink the new Civic and all our models," Ito told Automotive News through an interpreter. "We had to revisit our development work and planning to comply with the change in the environment."

Smaller, lighter Civic

Specifically, Honda executives told Civic designers and engineers to make the car smaller, lighter and more fuel efficient than originally designed, said Tsuneo Tanai, COO for automotive operations.

Tanai said that before Lehman Bros. imploded in September 2008 and intensified the global financial crisis, Honda already was concerned about rising oil, steel and aluminum prices.

But Lehman Bros.' collapse and the global economic meltdown that followed prompted Ito to act. In December, his mandated re-evaluation led to killing Honda's V-8 and rear-wheel-drive programs.

It also has added electric vehicles, which Honda initially opposed, to bump up the Honda fleet's fuel efficiency and lower its emissions.

The next Civic originally was planned to be larger than the current model, but now its exterior will be smaller. Honda aims to create a perceived sense of increased roominess inside without increasing the vehicle's overall size.

BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo

2009-10-23T19:34:00.000-07:00

With the risk of overloading you with all these BMW 5 Series GT related information, we still need to continue reporting our findings on this latest BMW model and also, to dig deeper into all the technical specifications we’re receiving. Yesterday we talked about the three different engine offerings to choose from in the 5 GT line-up, but many of you requested to see things like dimensions, weight, fuel consumption or emission levels. The 5 Series models will be available with both gasoline and diesel engines, starting with the turbo inline-six 3.0 liter diesel engine which outputs 245 horsepower. The award-winning engine from the 335i or the 535i sedan made its way into the line-up as well. The high-end 550i GT is powered by the V8 twin-turbo 4.4 liter engine producing 407 horsepower. One concern that many BMW fans always had, was the overall weight of these new vehicles that keep adding more technologies to them and becoming larger in size. BMW announced that the 535i GT weighs 4,277 lbs (1,940 kg), the diesel version, 530d GT, 4,321 lbs (1,960 kg) and the 550i GT, 4,542 lbs (2,060 kg). As a comparison, the 2009 BMW 535i Wagon has a curb weight of 4,145 lbs (1,880 kg). There are many more technical specs on the photos below, so feel free to scan through them. This exceptional vehicle is truly value for money :-)

2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Spied

2009-10-20T20:03:00.000-07:00

Finally, after numerous spy photos showcasing the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class testing with a wealth of false paneling, new shots have emerged giving us the first glimpses of the 2011 CLS' actual styling traits. In many ways, the overall shape of the four door coupe remains similar, with the most notable similarity being the same sloping roof line.

In the front, the headlight shape is somewhat more visible, while in the back, the shape of the LED taillights too can be surmised (with a little imagination). Overall, the main feeling one gets when looking at the next-generation CLS seems to be one of a modest improvement over an already beautiful model, as opposed to a complete ground-up renovation.

As always, we'll keep you posted if we hear anything new regarding the 2011 Mercedes CLS-Class; in the meantime, keep scrolling for a few additional spy photos (click to enlarge), then head over to SpeedLux.com for the full high resolution gallery.

Fiat 500 launched in Brazil (BR)

2009-10-18T10:21:00.000-07:00

Fiat debuted the 500 city-car in Brazil as it was presented to the media prior to the market release later this month. Before December 2009, the 500 will spread throughout Latin American, as it will be launched in Colombia, Barbados, Panama and Jamaica. The car is already sold in Argentina, Chile, Curacao, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, the Dominican Republic, Saint Martin and Paraguay. For the Brazilian market, the 500 will be available in two trim levels, Sport and Lounge. There will be only one engine available, the 1.4 litre, 100bhp 16v petrol mated to either a 6 speed manual or a 5 speed Dualogic semi-automatic transmission. To adapt the car for the country’s requirements, the 500 was revised and received new suspension with increased flexibility of both the spring and the shock absorber. On the safety front, 500 comes with twin front, side and a driver knee airbag, ABS with EBD, ESP and hydraulic brake assistance.

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Road Test Review: 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster

2009-10-16T04:38:00.000-07:00

The 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster “Top down, chrome spinnin’…” or in this case, it would be the 19” lightweight alloy wheels wrapped in high-performance Bridgestone Potenza tires; 245 in the front and large 275s strapped to the back. The song continues that “you see the boss grinnin’…” and I am doing more than grinnin’. I am behind the wheel of the 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster - smilin’ because this is one convertible sports car that gets it all just right.

The 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster is the positive evolutionary step forward away from the drop-top version of the 350Z. The previous model looked awkward and was uncomfortable to sit in for periods of time lasting longer than 2 minutes. However, it did get the sports car part correct. This new iteration has great exterior style, doesn’t make my spine cry for mercy, and takes the sporty part of the equation to another level. Growing in size and power output, the engine in the 370Z Roadster is now 3.7L (up from the previous 306 hp 3.5L V6) producing 332 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque. Nissan sent this Z to the set of the Biggest Loser and it came back 150 lbs lighter.

For those scoring at home, this 2010 370Z Roadster has more power and less weight than the old model. It is faster and all-around more fun to drive. The popular new Synchro-Rev transmission system is employed here and makes me feel like Ayrton Senna even if I am still just Johnny Fat Feet (I know the clip is in Japanese but watch what this man could do with a car). When I downshift, the engine and transmission work together allowing me to extract every last bit of driving excitement from this vehicle. Rather than harping on old vs. new, I think you should see how this ragtop stacks up against the competition. How would you feel if I told you this is a Nissan that was designed to run with Porsches?

You read that correctly, this sub $40K convertible sports car keeps pace with the Porsche Boxster which starts at $46,600. The base price of the 370Z Roadster is $36,970. In all fairness, the Z can be optioned out to the tune of $48K+, however the Porsche can be optioned into the stratosphere. I tested it out myself and built up a base Boxster to the tune of $72,900.

Good thing I didn’t start with the $56K+ Boxster S! The interior of the Roadster is a nice place to be on short and long drives, which is a huge change from the previous model.
The Bose sound system works well, but the real aural pleasure is derived when the top is down and the VQ engine is howling through the exhaust. The VQ exhaust note has a love-it-or-hate-it quality, but I think it sounds great in the upper RPM range.

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2010 Volkswagen Golf

2009-10-13T11:46:00.000-07:00

2010 Volkswagen Golf

If you see the new 2010 Volkswagen Golf on the road, you might not notice any significant changes. There is a nip here, a tuck there, both inside and out. You’ll probably notice the name change from Rabbit back to Golf–supposedly once and for all. But underneath the familiar sheet metal is a freshened Golf. VW calls it the sixth generation of the car despite being far from a full redesign. By any name, it is one of Europe’s most popular models and one of our top-scoring small cars. Our silver, five-door Golf listed for $20,314, with standard electronic stability control (ESC) and optional automatic, Bluetooth, and heated seats. In contrast, our 2008 Rabbit S automatic stickered at $19,725 with standard heated seats and optional 16-inch alloy wheels and ESC. (No Bluetooth.) Compare photos and you’ll notice the lack of alloys on the 2010 and the relatively skinny 15-inch wheels (down from 16 inches). Inside, you might also notice the lower-grade radio head unit. This Fantastic Car will be a great car shopping prospect for the future To read more about the 2010 Volkswagen Golf visit Book Car Values

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2009-10-12T21:38:00.000-07:00

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the new 2009 Kia Soul

2009-10-11T19:07:00.000-07:00

The Kia Soul'ster Concept is based on the new 2009 Kia Soul and features a
small rear cargo bed in place of the two rear doors and rear hatch of the
production model. The Soul'ster concept delightfully reminds of us the days of
Geo Trackers and Suzuki Samurais, but in a much funkier package.
Typical of concepts, the production car's standard lighting package has been
replaced with much nicer LED units and the ride height has been dramatically altered.
Looking like a slightly taller and boxier Mini Cooper, the Kia Soul has a strangely appealing style for a budget-price hatchback.

Although its roof is relatively flat, the Soul's steeply sloping window line gives it a reverse wedge shape that's a little more dynamic than most cars in this class.
Typical of concepts, the production car's standard lighting package has been
replaced with much nicer LED units and the ride height has been dramatically altered.
Looking like a slightly taller and boxier Mini Cooper, the Kia Soul has a strangely appealing style for a budget-price hatchback.

Although its roof is relatively flat, the Soul's steeply sloping window line gives it a reverse wedge shape that's a little more dynamic than most cars in this class.
With so much camouflage over the front end, it's hard to tell how much of the concept remains up front. It wasn't too radical to begin with, so expect to see the same general theme with the addition of smaller headlights and a larger bumper. The fender flares on the sides have been toned down a bit, too, although the C-pillar taillights remain. Expect a more conventional liftgate in back in place of the concept's setup that pushed the glass all the way into the roof.

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2009-10-05T15:40:00.000-07:00

A Tuned Pug - Peugeot 206 GTi

2009-10-03T14:15:00.000-07:00

BHP: 160

Torque:

Top speed: 130 mph

0-60: 5.3 seconds

Completion: 100%

Spent so far: £10,000+

Engine done: Standard GTi 2.0 with the addition of Pipercross Induction Kit and Powerflow exhaust fitted by Demon Tweeks

Styling done: Ibherdesign Xedos Body Kit and Full window tinting

Wheels done: Project Khan 18" Alloys with 30mm tyre profile

Brakes done: Standard

Suspension done: Have not lowered for North Wales roads

Six Annual Car Maintenance Tips

2009-10-01T18:54:00.000-07:00

Let’s face it: some of us get by doing the absolute minimum on our cars. However, as smart, savvy women, it’s important to follow these six absolute-must maintenance tips so that your car stays in tip-top shape.

1. Maintain your oil.
If you don’t properly maintain the oil levels, the engine can overheat and even blow up. Have your oil checked every three months or three thousand miles. Just like going to your stylist, it’s a must-do.

2. Check your tires.
A good trick to check the tread on your tires is to stick a penny in between the tread. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, the tires are worn down and it’s time for new ones! Make sure that you are always checking your air pressure as well—once a week is ideal. Properly inflated tires will give you much better gas mileage.

3. Check your windshield wipers for wear.
If they are worn down in poor condition, you could be at risk for a serious safety hazard during the next downpour.

4. Check your coolant level.
Your coolant is something that your engine can’t live without. This is something that you can DIY. Review your owner’s manual to determine where the coolant reservoir is. Wait until your engine is cool and take a look at it; the outside should have low and high markings on it and the level of coolant inside should be between the two.

5. Check your engine belts.
Have your engine belts checked every year or two, and replace them at every 50,000 miles. The belts live in the front of your engine and loop around various pulleys, fueling everything from the alternator to the air conditioner compressor. Rubber perishes, especially in the extreme conditions of an engine bay. Make sure that your service provider is checking these yearly.

Bugatti Veyron

2009-09-27T18:58:00.000-07:00

This is definitely the most expensive road car available in the world today. It is the fastest accelerating car reaching 0-60 in 2.5 seconds - its a monster!. It claims to be the fastest car with a top speed of 253 mph+. However, the title for the fastest car goes to the SSC Ultimate Aero which exceeds 253 mph pushing this car to 2nd place for the fastest car. I can just dream of taking this beautiful machine around the block :-) - But you know what they say, DREAMS ARE MADE TO COME TRUE. Another one of my dream cars is the SSC Ultimate Aero is currently the fastest production car in the world, with a fastest recorded speed of 413 km/h (257 mph).

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2009-09-22T09:32:00.000-07:00

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9ff GT9-R

2009-09-21T10:02:00.000-07:00

Top speed: 257 mph (414 km/h). 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 2.9 seconds.

9ff GT9-R is based on the Porsche 911 GT3. But it is no Porsche as only 2% of the components are shared with the original GT3. It is lower, longer and the engine is in the middle not on the rear.

Power comes from a 4-liter 6 Cylinder Boxer engine that develops 1120 horsepower.

Total production is limited to just 20 units.

The Nissan GT-R 2009

2009-09-20T14:22:00.000-07:00

What’s New: The Nissan GT-R is all-new for 2009, and marks the brand’s first attempt at selling a genuine supercar in the U.S. Power comes from a twin-turbocharged V-6 engine mated to a dual-clutch transmission that propels this all-wheel-drive supercar to 60 mph in a little over three seconds and a top speed of 193 mph.

Nissan GT-R – 2009 Review: It’s always fun to surprise people. Not the “Boo!? or “Look what I got you for your birthday!? kind of surprises. Rather, the “You did that? Really?? kind of surprise that showcases one of your hidden talents, and quite frankly, puts a little more air in your ego. Chances are we all experience this satisfaction at some point in our lives, whether it be when we come off the bench to score a winning touchdown in high school or we’re a quiet junior executive who submits an industry-changing idea. This phenomenon gives credit to the idea that we should expect the unexpected.
Unless you’re a true car geek, you probably didnt.

’t expect the 2009 GT-R to come from Nissan. Sure, this Japanese brand has a long history in the States with its Z cars, it puts out SE-R versions of a few sedans, and it builds some of the sportier pickups available on the market. But a supercar? One that considered a lap around the Nurburgring to be a nice little weekend drive? Nah. Besides, if Nissan did decide to sell one here, they’d surely sell it under the Infiniti umbrella, where there’s a greater sense of luxury and requisite higher prices.

Guess again. Little ol’ Nissan, home to the 350Z as well as Versa compacts and the mid-size Altima Hybrid, has developed an all-wheel-drive, 480-horsepower, twin-turbocharged supercar which spanks Corvettes and Porsches, sprints to 60 mph in about three seconds, and pegs its speedometer at 193 mph. But this is a Nissan, after all, so it does it for the relative bargain price of about $70,000.