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2008-04-30

Ferrari 430 Scuderia in Frankfurt International Motor Show

Ferrari 430 Scuderia in Frankfurt International Motor Show
by Evander Klum
A new Ferrari model, the Ferrari 430 Scuderia, is now on glorious display at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. The vehicle was actually a special series model conceptualized from the F430. It is an extremely high performance beast as a two-seater Berlinetta. The technology used was derived from Formula 1, making the model part of the F430 and F430 Spider in Ferrari's eight-cylinder model range. Michael Schumacher, who has been part of its development at different stages, officially unveiled this newest Ferrari model.This year has been an impressive time for Ferrari, as they were able to attain an aggressive financial perspective. It has been justified with the 14% increase in their revenues by the first half of the year. And, it is also expected to rise up to 15% at the end of the year. Among the largest markets for the automaker have been North America, Germany, Italy, UK, France, Switzerland and Japan. The said results have proven Ferrari's exceptional high standard craftsmanship at Maranello -- a standard that of which gave rise in Ferrari's achievement for "Best Place to Work in Europe 2007".Though Ferrari vehicles are in fact expensive, they are in demand. That is because those luxury products provide exclusivity to the individuals who could afford them. Ferrari has the evident potential to outwit most of the recent car models these days, and it certainly isn't just a typical car with Volvo fuel door hinge, with such strategy to gain the customers' loyalty.With Ferrari's interest to give back to its customers, they opted to provide a wider range of services to their enthusiasts. Some of which were introduced at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show. Included were: the Ferrari Classiche division which safeguards the future of historic and vintage Ferraris; the Corse Clienti (Client Racing) division which organizes track activities and our single-series championships; the Carrozzeria Scaglietti Personalization Programme, now supported by a sophisticated Car Configurator; Financial Services which offers clients a range of personalized financing options for everything from GTs to F1s, and a whole plethora of new advantages to the 430 Scuderia clients; the Ferrari Owners' Clubs plus the Ferrari Owners' Site with its own array of exclusive services.As with the Carrozzeria Scaglietti Personalization Programme, four distinct areas are provided, including Racing and Track, Exteriors and Colours, Interiors and Materials, and Equipment and Travel.Under the 430 Scuderia's hood, an evolution of the F430's 90° V8 engine is found. It has been modified to attain about 114 hp/L to 118 hp/L. There has been an optimization in the inlet ducts and exhaust system. It was adopted from the exhaust geometries derived from the F430 Challenge.A new piston design gave way for the increase in the 430 Scuderia's compression ratio reaching up to 11:88:1.The 430 Scuderia is equipped with the F1-SuperFast2, an evolution of the F1 gearbox. It reduces the gear-shifting time to 60 ms. And, it is the fastest time in the Prancing Horse range and the lowest overall in any automated-manual gearbox. It is integrated with E-Diff2 and F1-Trac system, which demonstrate the 430 Scuderia's links to the track. They offer 40% more acceleration compared to traditional traction and stability control system.The great impression on the 430 Scuderia's braking system has been boasted by the featured CCM (carbon ceramic material) discs. Together with 6-pot calipers, it provides blistering performance and consistently efficient braking in prolonged track use.Aside from aerodynamics, the 430 Scuderia comes with astonishing style and personalization. The weight has been reduced with the extensive use of carbon-fibre in several parts and bodywork components. This turns the Ferrari model as an absolute sporty car with luxury and prestige.

Andrew Fox and Two Ferrari's

Andrew Fox and Two Ferrari's
by P. Evatt
Yes Andrew Fox is a 26 year old drop out from Ireland who is well known in the Internet Marketing Circles. He normally keeps a very low profile that is until now.This year he has decided to come out into the open and give a selected few who wish to join his membership to a special click bank affiliate club.He has refused lots of offers to speak at various seminars all over the world and also turned down the money that goes with it.What he is doing is opening up this special limited cb affiliate membership to tutor people who would like to learn how he does it. It will be open from 18/09/2007.In only a few short years he has a large house by the beach, holidays and travels all over the world when he wants and he also owns not one but two Ferrari's.All this at the ripe old age of 26. Normally this is only possible in most people's dreams. Can you imagine what it must be like to be able to buy your own ocean front property anywhere that you would like?Can you also imagine what it must feel like to not only be able to buy one car of your dreams like a Ferrari but two and being under 30 years old! How fantastic is that. All this from a 26 year old high school drop out.I don't know about you but that would certainly make me feel as though I am in heaven.What Andrew is going to do is teach people how to achieve what he has achieved by giving them exclusive insights to what he does and shows them step by step through full motion videos and PDFs.What's his secret well basically he does affiliate marketing but not the same way as 99% of us do it and he's doing it really well with what he calls his "CB Affiliate Formula".This is what he is going to teach people who wish to join this very unique membership. He is starting of with an introductory monthly price and it will be a very limited membership. If you wish to put your cb affiliating on to another level then you can take a look by visiting the link in the resource box.There is of course the monthly fee which although an introductory $77.00 per month seems rather a lot to pay but then that is considered small change when you compare it with what you will be getting by being an exclusive member of this specially limited club.What you will get for sure is information that you can use that is based on previous results and not something that is dreamed up out of someone's head with no concrete evidence or facts.Facts and real evidence that Andrews system works will be displayed for all to see. So if you would like to be in the not too distant future where Andrew is then it would not harm you to go and test it out for yourself.Remember Andrew has been doing on-line business for around eight years and with what he knows you should be well on your way to making good money if you follow what he teaches. However you have to remember that if you put nothing in you will get nothing out.It also is sound advice to realize that not everyone will get the same or similar results to Andrew but that does not mean that what he earns cannot be exceeded. You do have to have the Drive, Focus and ambition to keep you on track and you really have to stay focused on what you need to do in order to carry out what you would learn with Andrew and his team.Remember this will be an exclusive private members only limited membership club where you will not only learn from Andrew Fox but from other famous names that Andrew has managed to grab for you.For more information about Andrew Fox's CB affiliate Formula visit

Ferrari - The Ultimate Driving Machine

Ferrari - The Ultimate Driving Machine
by Ivan Cuxeva Jr
When we hear someone talking about "Ferrari" the first thing that comes to mind is money. Ferrari S.p.A is an Italian sports car manufacturer, this company started by sponsoring drivers and race cars and in its origins it was never thought of or intended to manufacture their own line of high performance/quality vehicles.This company doesn't count with the vast history other companies such as Ford count with but it nevertheless counts with an extremely high reputation, top quality standards and well known "super cars".Today, Ferrari is a symbol of wealth among those who possess such outstanding driving machines. Price tags on these vehicles as we all know, are equivalent to full mortgages and in some cases even more. This company has been known by its active participation in Formula One racing where it has earned great status throughout the years of success.Ferrari, as a company has been voted as one of the best companies to work for in Europe by the Financial Times, which is a British international business newspaper which comes in second to the Wall Street Journal. The founder of the company was Enzo Ferrari who died at the age of 90, in fact, one of the top models among Ferrari was named after himself "The Ferrari Enzo".In Formula One, Ferrari is one of the oldest teams in the championship as well as one of the most successful, it holds several Formula one Records and fourteen World drivers championship titles. Among the most recognized drivers Ferrari had in their team we have: Felipe Massa (from Brazil), Michael Schumacher (Germany), Luigi Chinetti (Italy), Alain Prost (France), Eddie Irvine (Ireland), Rubens Barrichello (Brazil), Kimi Raikkonen (Finland), among many others.Around mid 80's Ferrari classified cars according to their engine displacement such as: V6, V8 and V12; furthermore Ferraris were also classified according to their body style such as:- "M" which stands for "modificata" meaning modified, an example of this type of car is the 575 Maranello. - "GBT" which are closed berlinettas or coupes. - "GTS" which are convertibles recently using the sufix "spider". Some examples of such vehicles are: F355 Spider (going from 0-100km in 4.7 seconds) and the Ferrari 360 Spider which can go from 0-62 mph in just 4.3 seconds using its 90 degree V8 F131 engine.Examined from every angle, Ferrari as a brand, company and vehicle; is and will be a synonym of power, status and quality.

2008-04-29

BMW Brings Two New Vehicles At NYIAS

BMW Brings Two New Vehicles At NYIAS
by Anthony Fontanelle
The New York International Auto Show is already ongoing and since the minute that the doors opened to the public, the venue has been filled with auto journalists, experts, car fans, and just anybody who was interested in looking at what the auto world has to offer this time. Auto makers had also made sure that everything which they would be setting on display would be in top form so much so that they could earn the trust and the attention of consumers who are in the market looking for a vehicle to purchase.BMW is one of the car makers who have constantly been joining the New York International Auto Show. This brand has been bringing with it some of its topnotch vehicles and has been setting on display the best and the coolest that they have ever created. Two of the vehicles that BMW has brought with it to the NYIAS are the 2008 M3 convertible and the Concept CS unit. Both vehicles are described to be elegant by the auto maker. BMW also said that the two vehicles also come with the best type of driving performance one would ever experience in a vehicle.Tom Purves is the chairperson and the CEO for the North American arm of BMW and on the BMW M3 he mentioned, “It's a balance between something that's really, really sporty, but also something you can take your kids to school in.” While on all BMW products that the company has created, he described, “I hope you'll agree that you can expect a lot from BMW, except a boring product.” Now that is something that most people can agree with for even BMW wheels do have their own distinct character.The BMW M3 convertible would be available in the United States auto market sometime this spring and it would be entering the market with a coupe version and a sedan version beside it. For the convertible, one can expect to see a V8 engine that can produce 414 horsepower. This engine is mated to a seven speed double clutch transmission system. As a whole, a unit of the BMW M3 convertible can be bought for $65,725.As per the BMW Concept CS, this vehicle comes with four doors and is described to be one vehicle that comes with utmost luxury. Experts who have witnessed the concept vehicle have mentioned that this vehicle has the power and the performance that the Gran Turismo has.

BMW Parts―Built to Move

BMW Parts―Built to Move
by Anthony Fontanelle
The Bavarian Motor Works, or popularly known as the BMW, is a German-based company that gained the reputation as one of the most respected auto makers around the world. Renowned for crafting automobiles that exhibits performance, luxuriousness, and road power, no other auto make can equal its standards. The company began in the early 1910s and was originally known as an aircraft manufacturer. But it wasn't until 1928 where it had introduced its first BMW model, the Dixi. The car had attracted the astute tastes of car enthusiasts, making it tremendously popular. This inspired the company to produce more ground-breaking models which indeed resulted to the BMW's success until now. Having produced diverse automobile lines, from luxury cars to SUVs, superior levels of driving enjoyment is guaranteed. But what really powers each BMW model is its high performance BMW parts.BMW parts are the workhorses of every BMW model. They are the ones responsible for the overall performance of the vehicle. Not just that, they also ensure that the vehicle will deliver what is expected of them. To guarantee that each of this auto parts are made to the highest standards, precision designing and engineering are implemented. Through BMW's technological masterpieces such as the Active Chassis system, Active Cruise Control, Advanced Safety Electronics, Anti-theft Protection and all others, all its auto parts are sure to meet or even exceed customer expectations.It is a fact that BMW's auto parts are made to the highest level of quality and performance. But over time, normal deterioration as well as their constant strain from daily operation can take a toll on their lives, subjecting them to replacements. Good thing that genuine BMW replacement parts are widely available in the market so looking for them will never be a problem. Replacing stock parts is part of the vehicle's proper maintenance regimen. This is necessary to keep the vehicle always perform like-new to maximize its road power.BMW's advertising slogan describes its vehicles as "the ultimate driving machine" and this is not mere exaggeration. Over the past decades, it has become a leader and a standard -setter for performance and luxury vehicle lines. BMW's line-up is diverse, but whether it may be a sedan, SUV, or other types, they all share one characteristic―to make drivers connected to the road.

Guard the wheels with the BMW Fender

Guard the wheels with the BMW Fender
by Janice Walker
Every auto part is important. All of these work together to ensure that the vehicle can operate properly. The interior auto parts are considered the primary source of power that enables other components to function while the exterior car parts are utilized to boost the vehicle's overall performance. The Bavarian Motor Works or more famously known as BMW, equips well-designed and meticulously-engineered interior and exterior auto parts in its vehicles. True German ingenuity is evident in the sleek look of BMW vehicles courtesy of the way the exterior parts are put together to achieve the right aerodynamics. One of the key players outside a BMW model is the BMW Fender.The BMW Fender is a standard automotive part for all BMW models. Placed at the side portions of the automobile, each BMW Fender has the primary task of housing the wheel as well as the vehicle's body. As a protective gear for the wheels, the BMW Fender assembly guards the wheels from road grimes, which include dirts like mud and solid road particles like rock, that can very much weaken these car parts. Moreover, each BMW Fender helps keep the vehicle's body clean by preventing hazardous solid particles, which the wheels' ridges can pick up, from ricocheting straight into it. So in a way, these BMW auto parts function similarly to the mud flaps and prevent more damages such as breaks, cracks, and dents. Aside from keeping the vehicle's body clean, the BMW Fender can act as a shock part as it can absorb impact especially during side collisions.Most of the fenders available in the market are made of hard plastic, urethane, or a fine-blown substance commonly known as fiberglass. Like most auto parts, the fender can also be customized. If a BMW owner decides to use bigger wheels for the vehicle, the fenders or car wings have to be altered too in order to fit the new wheels. Moreover, the car wings can be installed with the fender flares that can provide more room for the wheels. Fender flares are usually utilized by vehicles with wider-built wheels such as SUVs and trucks.The BMW Fender still has more to offer because this auto part does not only protect the wheels and the vehicle's body as it can also add to the sleek and muscular look of the BMW as well as achieving the right aerodynamics. The BMW Fender just shows how useful this auto part is, thus making it one of the crucial staples that vehicles are equipped with.

2008-04-24

F1 Technology Makes Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Safer

F1 Technology Makes Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Safer
by Anthony Fontanelle
At the Canadian Grand Prix, the life-saving property of carbon fiber is demonstrated when BMW Sauber's Robert Kubica sustained only a minor concussion and a sprained ankle after a 250 kilometer per hour, 75-G crash. Less than 24 hours after the accident, the Polish Formula One driver was released from the hospital.The use of carbon fiber on Formula One cars is mandated to make sure that the cars can adequately protect the drivers in the unfortunate event of a high speed crash. Mercedes-Benz of course has its tie with McLaren in Formula One and it comes as no surprise that the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should be made safer by suing F1 technology.The sports car co-developed by DaimlerChrysler and McLaren Automotive is designed as a supercar thus it can reach very high speeds. This of course presents the issue of protecting the occupants of the car in the case of a crash. To make the SLR McLaren Roadster safe, the developer uses carbon fiber extensively in the manufacturing of the SLR McLaren.In the unfortunate event of a head-on collision, the carbon fiber materials protect the passenger and the driver inside the car. Even on side or rear collision, the high strength material can adequately protect the occupants of the vehicle even on high speed traffic accidents."Naturally, it is not possible to completely transfer Formula One technology into a vehicle intended for everyday use, in which comfort criteria also need to be taken into account," said Dr. Rodolfo Schöneburg, head of Passenger Car Safety Development for Mercedes-Benz."For example, you cannot expect the driver of a series-production sports car to either wear a helmet or use the HANS Head And Neck Support system that is prescribed for racing cars to protect those parts of the driver's body. However, we do capitalize on the positive properties of the high-tech materials used in Formula One to offer those traveling in the new Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster a standard of safety that is unmatched, even in the realm of super-sports cars."The presence of carbon fiber in the SLR is unique due to the fact that few supercar manufacturers use carbon fiber extensively on their production vehicles. One of the reasons for this is the complicated manufacturing process involved.But with McLaren and Formula One partner Mercedes-Benz having years of experience in developing their race car made out of carbon fiber has given Mercedes-Benz the advantage of expertise in the production of the needed carbon fiber.The front end of the SLR McLaren is fitted with carbon fiber materials. The material's capacity to absorb huge amount of energy makes it possible for a passenger of an SLR McLaren to Escape with only minor injuries after a high speed crash.With the use of carbon fiber on the SLR McLaren, the car became not only a superfast and a very good looking machine but a safe one as well. The carbon fiber materials used in the SLR complements all the other parts used in the assembly of the car even down to the Mercedes-Benz wiper blade.Aside from being safe, it is of course expected that the SLR has the driving dynamics that Mercedes-Benz and McLaren cars are known for. While the SLR McLaren Roadster cannot catch up with the MP4-22 currently used by McLaren this season, the SLR can stand its ground in terms of performance and safety.

Mercedes Benz Air Mass Meter for Better Fuel Economy

Mercedes Benz Air Mass Meter for Better Fuel Economy
by John L
When somebody says Mercedes Benz, they would think about luxurious cars. The German-based company has been proven time and time again that they specialize in high quality cars. Whether under the hood or its exterior qualities. It is the quality of the make that is produced, so are the parts and systems. Just like the car's air mass meter.Mercedes Benz air mass meter is a device used in measuring the mass of air that the engine takes. The information is then transmitted to the engine computer to make necessary adjustments and corrections in maintaining good working conditions. The density of the air that it measures is a way of knowing the levels of temperature and pressure of the engine. It also determines the fuel combustion efficiency of the engine. Efficient fuel combustion is also known when measuring air mass. To archive an effective engine operation, there should be more air intake and less fuel exhausts are emitted. The bulk of air that enters through the engine is measured also to determine whether certain components of the engine system are defective.Mercedes Benz air mass meter also determines whether the air-fuel concentration mixture is within desirable levels or not to enable engine control unit (ECU) to make necessary adjustments. It enables the ECU to immediately respond to critical levels of air intake and air-fuel concentrations. The air mass determines the efficiency of fuel combustion. Necessary corrections or adjustments are important to lessen emission for less fuel waste. If the engine emits less emission and the meters measures high levels of air mass, that means the engine is in good working condition. The air mass meter is located in the engine compartment usually adjacent to the air filter assembly.In case the Mercedes Benz air mass meter needs to be checked, one must be careful not to touch or get any contaminates on the electrodes on the inside of the air mass meter, as this will cause the air mass meter to fail. If one experiences a hesitation on acceleration or a poor idle, a faulty air mass meter might be the culprit. The best way to determine if there is a need for a new air flow meter is to check the computer diagnostic codes.Mercedes Benz Air Mass Meter is just one of Mercedes' tried and tested car part that has improve vehicle performance. Mercedes actually contributed a lot of innovations in the automotive industry. They have pioneered and was first to use supercharging, double-pivot steering system, starter motor and fuel injection. It has become part of Mercedes Benz to be the pioneer in different aspects. In fact, the very foundation of the company lies on the invention of the automobile. Mercedes-Benz originated in the 1880s by two men, Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz. They both invented first true internal combustion powered vehicle. However they were not working together at first despite both being from Southwest Germany. The two probably never even imagined that they would end up working together, this is due to the fact that both men were actually rivals in the corporate world. Daimler had his company Daimler Motorengesellschaft and Benz had his Benz and Cie. After World War I, however, Germany had a troubled economy in 1920's, forcing the two companies to work together. In 1926, the two companies merged and became Daimler-Benz AG. Mercedes was originally a model name of one of Daimler's automobile but due to licensing reason, Daimler was replaced by Mercedes, thus Mercedes-Benz was born. Since then, the company have not stopped in making high quality cars.

Using Mercedes Benz Fuel Filter to Make the Most Out of the Fuel

Using Mercedes Benz Fuel Filter to Make the Most Out of the Fuel
by H Lo
Each car part has its own specific function and belongs to a system that helps the car to run efficiently. Each part is vital to the car, if one does not function well, sooner or later it would cause greater damage to the whole car. For a Mercedes, regularly checking its performance should be part of the owner's agenda. Even if they are already built with top quality.The Mercedes Benz fuel filter for example, is actually a simple component of a car, yet it plays a vital role. It generally screens out dirt and rust particles from the fuel. Because unfiltered fuel may contain several kinds of contamination, for example paint chips and dirt that has been knocked into the tank while filling or rust caused by moisture in a steel tank, may cause rapid wear and failure of the fuel pump and injectors. And due to the abrasive action of the particles on the high-precision components used in modern injection systems, serious problems may arise. Mercedes fuel filters also improve performance. Since it keeps contaminants in the fuel less, the more efficiently it can be burntMercedes Benz fuel filters trap harmful contaminants that may cause problems with carburetors and intricate fuel injectors. Fuel filters for carbureted engines only clean the fuel before it enters the float bowl. While Injection filters, clean the fuel whenever the fuel pump runs. Fuel then moves continuously up the supply side through the filter to the fuel rail or throttle body. The fuel that doesn't make it into the engine returns to the tank and the whole process starts over again. With a full tank of gas, the filter may clean the volume of fuel in the tank many times before it's all used.For most fuel-injected cars, their fuel filters consist of a high-pressure canister filled with filtering media. Filters may have clamped, threaded or special fittings to ensure reliable connection to the fuel system. Filters for carbureted engines may be located at the inlet of the carburetor or inline. These types of filters do not need to withstand the same pressures as those for fuel-injected engines. Fuel filters of diesel engines, on the other hand, consist of a bowl-like design which will collect water in the bottom. The water can be drained off when required. It is not recommended for water to be drawn into a diesel engine fuel system, because the system relies on the diesel for lubrication of the moving parts. In case water gets into a moving part which requires constant lubrication, it will quickly cause overheating and unnecessary wear. And water in the fuel system may cause some engine damage.And since they deal with contaminants, Mercedes Benz Fuel Filter needs to be regularly maintained. One can simply disconnect the filter from the fuel line and replace it with a new one. There are also some specially designed filters that can be cleaned and reused many times offered in the market. Although Mercedes Benz fuel filters are of superior make, if they are not replaced regularly they may become clogged with contaminants and may block fuel flow. That will affect the engine's performance, because the engine will tend to have trouble getting enough fuel to continue running normally.

Mazda Furai To Entice Detroit

Mazda Furai To Entice Detroit
by Anthony Fontanelle
A hot new supercar will be unleashed by Mazda Motor Corp. to entice Metro Detroit. Yes, the company's Furai, an awesome supercar which is engineered to pull crowds closer, flaunts catchy lines and superb performing mid-mounted rotary engine. The supercar will make its official debut at this year's North American International Auto Show.The Furai, which means "sound of wind," is the fifth model in Mazda's lineup to sport the automaker's new design direction. It all started with the Nagare sports car which was launched at the Los Angeles Motor Show last year. Now, it's the Furai that will continue its legacy.Although the creation of the vehicle is officially a design study, elements of the Furai's styling could be reflected on upcoming coupes from the automaker including the next generation RX-8.The Furai inherits the sweeping nose of the Taiki concept, which was introduced at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show. The concept showcases flowing lines, precise vanes, as well as the silhouette of Mazda's corporate grille. It also boasts of the huge fighter-style canopy and deep air intakes ahead of the rear wheels. At the back there's a huge wing which is designed to produce plenty of downforce, dramatically curved rear wings and even more vanes on the engine cover.The Furai was penned by Mazda's North American design boss, Franz Von Holzhausen, and its shape was developed at the company's styling studio in southern California in collaboration with motor racing experts at Swift Engineering, said the Auto Express. Swift Engineering worked hand in hand with the automaker's pools of engineers and designers to ensure efficiency and quality of the model. They also focused on ensuring accurate cooling of the motor at high temperatures.The chassis of the Furai is from a racing sportscar - the Courage C65. Additionally, it is powered by a 450bhp mid-mounted three-rotor engine which runs on E100 bioethanol fuel, one of the friendliest to the environment. As such, the Furai is expected to lure aficionados who want the feel of a racetrack ride.Furai's aerodynamic features such as a front air splitter, rear diffuser and special headlamp trims create downforce that stick the car to the road, while the car's sculpted bodywork helps achieve a top speed of 180mph, according to What Car? Those are the features that aficionados are anticipated to look forward to.The concept car, which was initially unveiled last December, is expected to etch a niche in the auto industry. While some automakers feel the tough times in the industry, the maker of Mazda repair manual is positive it will survive with its new styling philosophy which does not compromise quality and reliability attached to the name of the automaker.

Gettin' Ready For Winter Fun With Isuzu

Gettin' Ready For Winter Fun With Isuzu
by Gina Stevenson
If you're one of the lucky owners of an Isuzu SUV, you should be getting pretty excited about now. Maybe you own one of the high-performing Isuzu Ascenders. Maybe you proudly park the popular Axiom in your garage every night when you come home from work. Maybe you're hanging on to that loved Isuzu Trooper. Regardless of which model you fell in love with, chances are, if you're an Isuzu SUV owner, you're an active, sporty person who likes to have fun. Well, my friend, the time for winter fun is growing close and you'd better be prepared.You know you want to do it. The soft snowflakes floating serenely down to earth, the sound of snow whooshing with every turn of your skis, the view from the lift on the way back up, the taste of hot coffee in the lodge after a long day... In the mood to go skiing or snowboarding yet? We thought so. And Isuzu's got you covered.Isuzu offers two options for ski accessories for its newest SUV model - the Ascender 5-Passenger. The ButtonDown ski mount carries four pairs of skis and features a secure lock with optional SKS cores.Mounting the ButtonDown requires Cross Bars and MightyMounts, and if you'd like it to carry your snowboards instead, you'll need to purchase the ski lift attachment for under $15. If you'd prefer to hold your skis diagonally, you'll definitely prefer the SkiSlopes mount. Both are convenient and exceptionally easy to use. Like all Isuzu vehicles, the accessories are also warranted as Isuzu stands behind every product they offer.And getting up to the slopes is no problem in the Ascender. The Ascender 5-Passenger offers Isuzu's Stabilitrack Electronic Stability Control which greatly improves handling in adverse weather conditions.The system's traction control - one of the three main components of Stabilitrak - activates as soon as it senses wheel spin (common on snowy roads). Once the wheel or wheels begin to spin, the traction control component will selectively apply the brakes and reduce engine torque. This helps the Ascender regain traction, or contact with the road surface. In addition to traction control, Stabilitrak also combines a stability control system and anti-lock braking system, so that all three work together seamlessly.If you're already an Isuzu owner, you know that driving an Isuzu is worry-free. With Isuzu's comprehensive 7-year/75,000 mile roadside assistance program, even if you encounter a dead battery on your weekend getaway, Isuzu is only a toll-free number away.So that leaves just one question. Where should you go skiing? We can help you with that, too. The number one rated skiing in the U.S . is Aspen, Colorado. Vail and Winter Park (also in Colorado) are both in the top ten. Heavenly Ski Resort (located in Lake Tahoe) offers slopes on both the California and Nevada side and has been rated the number 2 best skiing in the U.S. Utah comes in third with Deer Valley Resort (made famous in the 2002 Olympics), and Mount Snow and Killington are both located on the opposite coast in Vermont. With 22 combined Isuzu dealerships in Colorado, California, Nevada, Vermont, and Utah, finding the perfect Isuzu vehicle won't be too difficult. So grab your skis and let's head out. Winter only comes once a year.

High quality Nissan Altima Parts

High quality Nissan Altima Parts
by Glady Reign
The Japanese automaker, Nissan has been producing high quality cars since 1934. They have shown their success as one of the top three Asian rivals of the "big three" in the U.S. In fact, they are presently the third largest Japanese car manufacturer. The success could not have been possible if not for Nissan vehicles such as the Altima. Top-of-the line Nissan Altima parts make sure that the vehicle performs efficiently. The Nissan Altima is a mid-size car often attributed as the next generational model of the Nissan Bluebird in 1957. The name Altima was initially a trim line of the Nissan Laurel mid-size car sold in the Caribbean before 1992. By 1993, the Altima was introduced as entirely a new Nissan model. Nissan Altima parts are continuously being developed evident in the four designs in the generational models of 1993-1997, 1998-2001, 2002-2006 and 2007-present.The current model of the Altima had a few modifications implements on a number of its Nissan Altima parts. Some of these include the new and upgraded front as well as rear suspension. The 3.5 liter V6 engine under the hood, capable of producing 270 horsepower, is also part of the package. It also has various great Nissan Altima parts accessories and houses, most probably influenced by latest technological trends: the push-button start, bluetooth capability for cell phones and parking camera. An Altima coupe was also introduced later on. It was said to be Nissan's first two-door Altima ever. It featured newer Nissan Altima parts like a shorter wheelbase, shorter overall length and lower height than the Altima Sedan. The coupe version was offered in two engines. One is a a 270-horsepower 3.5-liter 24-valve V6 engine. The other is a a 175-horsepower 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve inline 4-cylinder engine.The Altima model was also used as the base model for Nissan's first hybrid car. Nissan had an agreement with a rival company by using its hybrid technology. The hybrid version of Nissan Altima has a 2.5 liter engine, CVT and an electric motor. It also boasts fuel efficiency of 42 mpg in city driving and 36 on the highway.

2008-04-18

Toyota Parts and the Japanese automobile ingenuity

Toyota Parts and the Japanese automobile ingenuity
by Anthony Fontanelle
Japanese automobile ingenuity is evident in the products of Toyota Motor Corporation. Since the company's debut more than seven decades ago, Toyota has remained in the lead as it left its Asian contenders, like Honda and Nissan, at bay. In addition to that, Toyota is also hailed as the second largest automaker in the world. This makes the Japanese company next to American General Motors Corporation. The quality products this automaker has established in years helped it reach its current status quo. Functioning as the foundation for every model is the quality-made Toyota Parts.
Toyota Parts undergo series of research and tests. Such protocol ensures the efficiency of the auto parts before these are installed in a particular model. A Toyota vehicle equipped with well-made components does not only achieve performance on or off road but as well as attain utmost safety all the time. For models of the company that are geared toward tougher tasks like towing or hauling, bigger and tougher Toyota Parts are used. The Toyota compact pick-up truck Tacoma, for example, is geared with a strong body kit parts, beefed up suspension parts, and high-powered powertrain, among others. These Toyota Parts allow this truck, which hailed as the Truck of the Year by Motor Trend Magazine in 2005, to meet the demands it is designated to.
Another notable quality of the Toyota Parts is that it is in sync with the current automobile technology. The Japanese automaker ensures that its cars, sport utility vehicles, trucks, among others, are equipped with the latest technology that brings a lot of convenience to users. Aside from benefiting the Toyota owners, Toyota Parts are also geared toward greener effects. This means that the company ensures that the auto parts used in its products are powerful yet friendly enough as to not aggravate the environment problems.
Clearly, Toyota Parts, which are crafted to perfection through years of experience, make the company's products among the most trusted models in this ever-changing automobile industry. Japan's Toyota Motor Company has proven that it is indeed competent enough to be a global player in the business and go against companies from the west.

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The Many Uses Of A Garmin Street Pilot GPS : Buy cheap garmin nuvi 350 navigator

The Many Uses Of A Garmin Street Pilot GPS : Buy cheap garmin nuvi 350 navigator
by Charlie Lee
There are several great things about the Garmin StreetPilot gps and a few 'tricks' to help you gain the best out of an already great performing product.Envision never having to stop to ask for directions or never being lost again. The Garmin StreetPilot gps makes that possible. The Garmin StreetPilot gps is the ultimate traveling escort and leader to your destination. With the StreetPilot gps, you are able to set a course and relax while you follow the directions mapped out for you by the navigational system. A soothing voice will give you turn-by-turn directions to your destination on the fastest and shortest routes available. There is also estimated time of arrival along with the directions so you know how long it will take to get there. In addition, automated voice prompts will alert you to deviations in the route and turns when needed. You can touch a button and you instantly see every exit, ATM, restaurant, rest area and gas station on the color screen.MapSource and City Navigator are just two of the downloadable CD-ROM's you get with the StreetPilot so you can put them on your computer and then transfer the information onto the gps receiver unit. Then, just place the gps unit on the dashboard of your vehicle and you are ready to go, without any hookup fees.The Garmin StreetPilot gps takes you where you want to go and if you are going down a shortcut, which is often the case, and it might be a dirt or gravel road and you wish not to be taking this route, simply hit the redirect or detour button and the gps will turn you around and find another route to your destination. Another 'trick' is to put address numbers in the front of the waypoints, this reduces the address to six to 10 characters and renames it, making it easier to find. In the points of interest - POI - put in areas where there are slow driving required, such as school zones and hospitals. Also mark where there are traffic cameras to remind yourself to slow down in these areas so that you won't get caught or get a ticket in the mail, which will save you time and money. There are many accessories you can purchase to upgrade your Garmin StreetPilot gps unit. There is the A/C - PC adapter which allows you to connect your gps to your computer. There is also the standard A/C adaptor for charging your gps receiver without having to connect it to the computer. There are several varieties antenna's available to boost the strength of your StreetPilot gps. In addition there are different styles of mounts for the gps navigational system, such as the window 'arm' mount which allows you to place the gps where you can see it best, or the adhesive 'disk' which allows you to place the gps on a 'sticky' pad making removal fast and easy.The Garmin StreetPilot gps is small, about the size of a baseball, and portable, you can take it out of the car and carry it with you around town or into the woods to help you find your way back to the car after hiking all day. There are many practical uses for the Garmin StreetPilot gps and finding your way in a big city is only one of them.

Volvo's City Safety System Monitors Distances in Tight Driving Situations : New Volvo new car review 2008

Volvo's City Safety System Monitors Distances in Tight Driving Situations : New Volvo new car review 2008
by Rob Parker
The engineers at Volvo are no strangers to cutting edge safety systems. In 2006 the Volvo S80 could be outfitted with Collision Warning and Brake Support alerts. The systems sent visible and audible cues to the driver when the gap between his car and the one ahead tightened up too rapidly. In addition to the warnings, the brakes were prepped for use, but the driver's foot still had to do the work. Now, the Volvo XC60 crossover, set to go on sale in Europe this summer and coming to the United States in 2009, will be outfitted with City Safety, technology that will not only monitor the gap between cars and prep the brakes, but if necessary, do the braking itself.Using an optical radar system built in to the windshield at the same level as the rear view mirror, City Safety monitors ahead of the car to a distance of approximately 20 feet (six meters). Intended for low-speed, bumper-to-bumper driving at rates of under 20 mph, the radar will pre-charge the brakes when the gap begins to get tight so the driver can respond more effectively. If, however, a collision is imminent, City Safety uses a hydraulic pump to activate the brakes on its own.The unit's algorithm runs fifty calculations per second, constantly determining the necessary braking speed to prevent a collision, factoring in both the car's speed and the distance to the car ahead of its position in the lane. When the calculated force needed to brake exceeds a pre-determined level and the driver has not physically responded by tapping the brakes, City Safety concludes that a collision is imminent and intervenes. The system will work during the day and at night, but can be limited by weather conditions including fog, mist, heavy rain, or snow. Sensors in the windshield will alert the driver if dirt has built-up to a level that will compromise the unit's ability to scan the road ahead.Statistics compiled by Volvo indicate that more than 75% of reported collisions actually occur when the vehicles involves are moving at speeds of less than 20 mph. The company's engineers optimistically predict that the City Safety system has the potential to reduce such low-speed collisions by as much as 50%. Although the units will be standard on the XC60 crossover, Volvo has not announced a decision on inclusion with other models or if City Safety will be offered as a standard feature or an available option when it does proliferate to those models.The XC60, which will be built at the company's assembly facility in Ghent, Belgium, is being described by Volvo as the safest car it has ever built. The City Safety system joins a growing body of collision detection and prevention units being incorporated into 21st century vehicles, most geared toward blind spot monitoring and enhancing the driver's view and perception of the space around the car. Volvo's approach should prove particularly useful in crowded urban settings where commuters are subject to both tight driving conditions and the potential for road rage in other drivers.

The $13 Million Dollar Ford Motors Case: New Ford Hybrid cars

The $13 Million Dollar Ford Motors Case: New Ford Hybrid cars
by Ivan Cuxeva Jr
Cases that go on for years tend to be big news once they get fully investigated and a jury arrives to a conclusion based upon all the evidence brought to the court room. The American legal system is one of the best in the world however it is not perfect and when it comes to cases which handles matters of laws things can get pretty complicated and legal battles can extend for years. Lets take a look at a recent case which has grabbed people's attention due to the parties involved and because this case had to be handled by the supreme court of Georgia.It was February of 1999 when Anne M. Gibson was traveling through Clarke County driving her 1985 Mercury Marquis, all of the sudden the owner of a Toyota truck hit the back of her vehicle causing a fire which ultimately killed Anne. Normal death conditions taking in consideration this was a car accident, this is what some people think however the investigation presented by James E. Butler and the plaintiff shed new light as to the reason this accident resulted in a fiery car crash which took the life of Anne.The parties involved in such case were Ford Motors, the co-defendant Draw-Tile (a company which manufactures trailer hitches) and obviously the husband of the victim. The argument presented by the plaintiff's attorney was that the way Anne's car was designed made the gas tank very vulnerable during a rear collision, the co-defendant Draw-Tile was involved because the trailer hitch which was present during the time of the accident had dangerous bolts which may have punctured the tank which ultimately resulted in an intense fire.After a prolonged deliberation the Supreme Court of Georgia upheld the 13 million dollar judgment against this giant automotive company which refused to produce to the plaintiffs lawyers a set of crash test results. This case was decided in March 28, 2008 and shall be referred to as the "Ford Motor Company vs Gibson" case.Georgia Supreme Court Justices had to handle the case due to the number of appeals filed by the plaintiff. This just comes to show that big companies can take a case to the bitter end regardless of human loss, fortunately for Mr. Gibson the Justices agreed with previous court rulings.

How to Cut Your Gasoline Bill in Half : New Auto Hybrid cars 2008

How to Cut Your Gasoline Bill in Half : New Auto Hybrid cars 2008
by Myla Madson
I don’t know about you, but with gas prices the way they are, I’m struggling just to survive. I’m a single mom with four kids, a mortgage, auto loan etc.Spending hundreds of dollars a month on gas for my car is absolutely ridiculous! What really gets me mad is, not only have the oil companies driven the price of gas up, they are in co-hoots with the auto makers and the Federal Government to keep automobile engines running inefficiently by manipulating the fuel to air mixture ratio to convert the fuel you put into your car into only 25% actual energy for movement and the rest is unburned and blown out your tail pipe.This inefficient burning also is bad on your engine, thus ensuring failure within twelve to fifteen years, if you’re lucky.When I found out the technology currently exists to create a gasoline/water hybrid that would cut your fuel expenses by 50%, I was furious.I’m not talking about hydrogen fuel cells either. I’m talking about a very practical and inexpensive system that separates the water molecules into what is called Brown’s Gas which mixes with the gasoline and allows it to burn more efficiently, drastically improving gas mileage while reducing engine wear.Did you know that you can actually build one of these systems and install it in your vehicle in less than a day? And for under $150.00?I was shocked to hear about it as well but actually saw it in operation. My neighbor added it to his car a few months ago and cut his fuel cost by 80%.You don’t have to modify your engine either. In fact, you can remove the system in under three minutes…not sure why you would want to though.I’ve installed one on my car recently and it really was as easy as my neighbor claimed it to be. I’m a woman who has trouble changing a light bulb so if I can do it, anyone can.I’ve seen a drastic improvement in engine performance, no more knocking and my fuel mileage is way better. I’m tracking it over a few months so I know exactly what I’m getting but my wallet already feels the relief!

Popular Car Accessories

Popular Car Accessories
by Terry Bolton
If you've just gotten a new car (whether it's used or brand new), there are a number of things you can add to it to make it look even better. There are numerous car accessories available in the market. Car accessories range from functional to decorative. There are car accessories that help your car become more attractive looking and there are those that can make your car more comfortable for you. You'll need to spend some time determining what sorts of car accessories you should buy for your car. If you spend hours traveling in your car, you obviously want your car to provide you with maximum comfort while you're on the road. Below are four of the best car accessories you can get for your car.1. Audio System Make those long commutes enjoyable by accessorizing your car with the right audio system. You're not limited to a CD player or cassette player, though. There are now audio systems that lets you play MP3s and there are satellite radios as well. You can now also bring your iPod in your car so you can continue listening to your favorite music. Invest in good quality car audio speakers too.2. Car Cover You may have a covered garage, but a car cover is an essential car accessory because it can provide your car extra protection from the elements. Besides, a car cover isn't expensive. Go with a thick car cover made of plastic; a plastic car cover will protect your car from getting nicked and scratched. A car cover costs only a few dollars but it will save you hundreds of dollars in car repairs in the long run.3. Jack A jack is one of the essential car accessories you must have in the trunk of the car. You'll never know when a tire will blow out and you'll need to change the tire yourself. A jack is a tool you'll want to have with you when and if this happens. A good jack is one that is easy to use and has a good pumping action.4.Designer Rugs Whether you want brand new rugs that look exactly like the old ones, or you have a feeling that you'd prefer to see some real art on them, you are in the market for good rugs. This is an excellent purchase to make due to the fact that the rugs can help you car look much newer and a great deal more clean.