The Ever Changing Decisions To Make When Buying A New Car

by Ted Brumby

Gone are the days when buying a new car was as simple as making sure it would get you from A to B without breaking down and was big enough to fit the family. Each year buying new cars becomes more and more complex as technology progresses and more features are made available, both in comfort, style and safety. So what features are a staple in today's new car models and what have, and will, continue to change over the years? Music wise, buying a new car in the nineties used to be about ensuring the car had a tape deck as well as a radio, and this was a step up from the days when cars either had an 8-track or nothing at all. As the nineties progressed the tape player changed to include a CD player. Enter the 2000's and, although tape decks are still around, the ability to play your MP3 player through the car stereo became a must with that all important surround sound option to ensure that music can be listened to at the highest quality. The prerequisite for buying a new car is not just about music however, it is also about comfort and style. Global warming concerns have ensured that air conditioning and heating is now a must as temperatures are getting both hotter and colder, depending on the season. New car models without air conditioning are now, thankfully, a thing of the past. Stacked into the comfort zone are many other add-ons such as the number of cup holders you want and video screens with DVD players in the back to help with those long road trips. Add to this the many other options such as tinted windows and accessories such as satellite navigation or CD changers and it's evident that buying a new car opens up a world of added possibilities and decisions. A final, and probably most important, consideration is safety. Airbags are a staple, as is enhanced vehicle control for maximum on-road confidence. To help ensure new car models are developed with the highest safety measures in mind there are many safety awards and ratings that are given depending on the make and model of car. Small cars will have a different set of safety measurements than an SUV, for example, as the two are designed for different purposes and terrain. As technology continues to progress it will be interesting to see what new features will be available in future car models. Many companies release concept cars on a yearly basis offering innovative steps forward in important areas such as fuel and environmental concerns, while others offer ground breaking thoughts in cutting back in both costs and vehicle size. It's safe to say, regardless of what new car models arise, that the process will never be as easy as the simple decision of a car that drives and is big enough to hold the family.

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U.S Auto Crisis And Its Lessons

by Carazoo India

For nearly 35 year the world automobile industry was dominated for General Motors. It was a symbol of American Capitalism. GM owned several brands spanning over different countries. It ranged from the dominant GMC to Saab and Opel in Europe and Mitsubishi in Japan. GM was the biggest of the big three in American Automotive industry. But General Motors is in shambles and is asking for a cash bailout from the U.S.government. The bailout runs into several billion U.S. dollars and it is facing the toughest times in the history of American automotive industry. Another of the big three, Chrysler Motors is also seeking help from the government. But getting the cash bailout may not be easy for the two companies. General Motors has put the Hummer up for sale since 2008. It recently announced the end of Pontiac. Saab is being considered for closing down the production. Many other quintessentially American brands like the GMC and Buick could also face demise. The American operations of Mitsubishi may be closed I the near future. The same goes for Chrysler, which has scheduled the end of production of retro-styled PT Cruiser, Aspen and Dodge Durango. This was an expected measure by auto critics as four other models were discontinued in 2008. Except for Ford Motors, both the car manufacturers have clearly stated that they will close down operations of non-performing models. It has become clear to the car manufacturers that many of these models have been slow to moves off the shelves from the last five years. The slowdown in the sales numbers was witnessed even during the good economy days, where car buyers overlooked these brands for more recognizable ones. The total car sales fell by 18.3 percent which is a record low in U.S. history. As much as 13.2 million units were sold in 2008. This was a major set back to automobile manufacturers. The highest decline was noticed in Buick, which witnessed a sales fall of 81 percent compared to its 2003 figures. This was after new blood was infused with new models with completely new styling. The sales of Lacrosse and Lucerne sedans were the biggest losers after reported a drop in sales to the tune of 66 percent and 43 percent, respectively in January 2009. But car manufacturers seem to love these brands, as they were the top selling cars a few years ago. The Saturn brand of cars was a huge money earner for GM. The retro-style PT Cruiser was one of the bestselling vehicles for Chrysler. Encouraged by the sales response, Chrysler introduced PT Cruiser in coupe and convertible body styles also. The twin grille Pontiac has been a steady revenue grosser for GM for many years. However, GM has made an announcement that the production of Pontiac model would be closed down by 2012. The Swedish origin Saab is also being considered for death in U.S. The GM vice chairman and CFO Mr. Fritz Henderson said that the decision on Saab will be taken considering it global brand image. But for the U.S. market, GM wants focus on their key brands Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC. The decision on others will be taken after careful consideration. Critics however, point out the trouble actually started brewing from the end of 80's. It all started when cars from the brands Oldsmobile, Buick, Cadillac and Chevrolet all looked the same. General Motors had allowed the same car to be sold under different labels with some minor styling changes. General Motors thought that they could capture a bigger share of market with multi-branding of cars. This policy has shown its results, where GM stands to be wiped altogether.GM read the car business wrong, say auto analysts. In the automobile industry, the car is the biggest brand ambassador for the customers. People who found only model lacking a few features, discredited GM. The result was that the company lost value among customers. Another fallout of the crisis is that, people employed in the auto industry will loose jobs with the production plants close down. It is estimated that more than a lakh jobs will be lost and Detroit could loose edge. Indian car manufacturing has a lot to learn from the U.S. auto crisis. The Indian car market has witnessed a boom in car market size. It will soon be on of the biggest passenger car market of the world. This should not force the car makers to resort to such tactics. Indian car industry will have a bright future with some careful planning and strategy. An example is how Tata Motors which took up the ailing Jaguar and Land Rover, the two British car icons, have been able to pull it out of deathbed.

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Transportation of Cars via Trucks

by shijina mukundan

Transportation is said to be the arteries and veins in a country. Effective development and usage of transportation determines its growth capacity because one single day without transportation will lead to world come on a stand still point. With the advent of modernization people started shifting from one place to another either for businesses or even for many other social and political reasons. This created demand for transportation of all goods such as households and even automobiles. This gave lead to great business corporate. Certain companies specialize in transportation form of business. Auto transport means transporting of automobiles from one place to another in a safe and secured way. Transportation can be done in various ways such as rail transport, shipping, road transport etc, if a customer chooses road transport one among the most prominently used is the transportation of cars via trucks. A truck is a vehicle generally used to carry goods. A smaller truck is of a size of a commercial vehicle and is used to carry smaller loads and a bigger truck is huge that it can carry automobiles in it. Transportation of cars via trucks is a very common phenomena we would have seen new cars been brought to the showroom from factories. But how safe is to transfer cars from one state to another or from one country to another? Many transporting companies guarantee safe and secure transit of the vehicle but how many keep up to its words? It is the responsibility of the customer to have a clean check and the assign the job to the company and it is also the duty of the company to stand up on the guarantee it gives. A few hints suggested here so that these can serve helpful in effective transportation of cars via trucks First of all it is the customer's duty to remove all belongings such as keys and other material from the car which has intensity to damage the car during transit. It is also a obliged duty that even the transporter examine the car before it is loaded onto the truck Secondly check the working of the car and also check the damages on the car before it is loaded so that when it reaches the destination you can cross check and claim compensation if u detect damages. Next is that the terms, agreements, conditions between the client and the company should be transparent and mutually agreed upon. The next is to check whether the company provided door to door service as it is a hectic job for the customer to get his vehicle drawn from the office of the customer. Further the client should examine the truck carefully in which his car is to loaded if any extra articles are found that can be de loaded generally trucks are examined because certain articles present in the truck can damage the car in it. The client should also interact with the truck driver to ensure that his vehicle is in safe hands. The most important is the client should take it in writing that any loss incurred on his vehicle from the date he has handed over his vehicle he should be given the right to claim compensation. Because road transportation is more prone to accidents. Last is the efficient packing of the vehicle. A car should be properly packed so that there are no damages in loading and de loading. There tips if followed would reduce the chances of damage. Shijina is an expert author for Car transport and auto transport. She written many articles like car shipping, vehicle transport and auto shipping. For more information visit our site aaat.com Contact me at shijinaseo@gmail.com

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Why Volkswagen Golf is the biggest selling car in Europe

by Richard Igo

The VW Golf is an iconic car with more than 26 million hitting the road since its launch in 1974. Over the past 33 years this models has enjoyed a continuous evolution. The interior of this car is fairly bland, but extremely functional. The Golf is far from cheap but at least you can see where your money's been spent. It feels like a luxury good and in this class, only the Audi A3 can stand comparison. The ride is smooth and comfortable at low and high speeds. The model that is powered by a 1.9-litre turbo-diesel the engine produces just 103bhp meaning acceleration from 0-62mph (100kph) takes 11.3 seconds before topping out at 116mph. Comfort is given due importance in Golf. VW has engineered the Golf to be so quiet that for the GTI they've had to develop a 'sound generator' to provide some aural stimulation. The Golf is a quiet car for its class with low levels of wind, road and engine noise - even at motorway speeds. VW's confidence was highlighted by the fleet of Volkswagen Phaetons which ferried a plane-full of journalists to the test cars – with the German manufacturer indicating its flagship limo was the benchmark of quality against which improvements had been measured. Volkswagens are well built, dependable cars. When it comes to reliability, the Golf clearly outperforms most of its rivals. The quality of the materials used and the attention to detail clearly shines through giving the car a luxury feel. The Volkswagen Golf achieved five stars in the EuroNCAP crash test programme. The Golf is the best selling model of Volkswagen so far. In comparison to Scirocco, the Golf might not be that attractive but it is more practical and quality car. It is exceptionally refined.

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Ten Things to Avoid When Purchasing a Used Vehicle

by Robert Bell

Purchasing a used vehicle can be full of uncertainties unless you take some precautions and make a well-thought out decision based on an intelligent assessment of the risks. Sometimes, a little luck and good fortune will find you a vehicle that suits your needs and your budget from someone you already know and trust. Most often though, people purchasing used vehicles have a limited budget, can't afford to pay some of the higher monthly loan premiums and are thumbing through sales ads, newspapers and automotive publications to search for their used wheels. This isn't necessarily the end of the world; many solid deals can be found for the right price with some astute advice and skilful bargaining practises. Here are a few pearls of wisdom to help you discriminate between a fast-talking sales pitch and genuine gently used vehicle: - don't take the seller's word for the condition of the vehicle; test drive it, take it to your trusted mechanic or ask a friend with mechanical expertise to evaluate it - check the year, make and condition of the vehicle with the Kelly's black book value (or equivalent for your country) and make sure you are not paying more than what it is worth - don't use your current vehicle to reduce the price of the used one; you won't get the full value for it unless you sell it in as an independent transaction - don't let the seller know that you like the vehicle; they will play on your emotions and use it to sell you the vehicle for the highest price, often overlooking some of its faults - don't go shopping alone if you are not mechanically savvy; the seller will pick up on this and use it to their advantage - don't use the financing offered to you by the used car dealership; their interest rates are triple what a line of credit at a bank would be - do your research; check online resources and the government website for licensing; they will have links you can follow to expand your knowledge of common pitfalls of certain vehicles and tips for finding a reliable product - check to make sure that the vehicle identification numbers from the engine casing, transmission, frame and dashboard match; if they don't or if they are missing, it could mean the vehicle has been stolen - check for automotive or bodywork filling compounds around the wheel wells, sill plates windows, bumpers and fenders; it could mean that much of the rough shape has been hastily and cosmetically covered up by a backyard mechanic or that the vehicle has been in an accident; rarely does a car or truck continue to be reliable after an accident - do take the car through a car wash; if a lot of water finds its way into the vehicle, don't buy it - do avoid really cheap vehicles; if they aren't worth that much money to sell, they probably aren't worth fixing Finally, follow the old adage, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is. Keep the money you have and move on to a better vehicle.At Robert Brogden Auto Plaza we have a large inventory of new and used cars in kansas. We are one of the finest Kansas City car dealers as well as offering GM Service and Parts. Visit us online at http://www.robertbrogden.com/ today for a free test drive.

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Stay up to date with your Motor Insurance Policy so you do not lose out

by Rochelle Martinez

Motorist are being urged to regularly check what their insurance policy offers so they can take advantage of all the benefits on offer and do not end up spending more than they should be. Fully comprehensive policies offer a number of additional benefits on top of the things it already covers. Not only does this policy offer all the opportunities of third party and third party, fire and theft cover, as well as protection against loss or damage to the vehicle caused by someone else and cover for personal belongings that are stolen or damaged whilst locked in your car, it offers additional benefits too. However, some benefits come at an added cost including adding a named driver to the policy and open driving which allows anyone to be insured when driving the vehicle with the prior consent of the policyholder. No claims discount protection against fire and theft or for all claims can also be added, but people may choose to opt for the 'step-back' bonus protection scheme instead. This means that if a driver makes a claim for loss or damage of the vehicle, they will only lose a part of the discount, for example 20 per cent, instead of the full amount. It is also necessary that motorists consider the excess and is a clause included in most motor insurance policies. This means the policyholder has to pay the first portion of any loss or damage, which is usually up to a few hundred euros. Policyholders are unable to claim for amounts less than the excess. The higher the excess, the lower the insurance premium should be, so it is important motorists decide which is more important to them. Other tips to remember are whether you have a full or provisional licence; it will affect the cost of premiums, as will age and gender. The number of years you have been driving and any motoring convictions or penalty points are also taken into account and will increase the cost. Another thing to remember, is if you are switching your policy to a new insurer, make sure you can transfer your no claims discount with you so you are not starting again from scratch. If you possess a full five year no claims discount, it can help to cut your premium by as much as 50 per cent.

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There are ways for young Drivers to reduce the premiums they are offered

by Rochelle Martinez

Responsible young drivers are facing high insurance premiums because of the actions of reckless motorists in the same age group, but there are ways they can help reduce these costs. With one in four people killed in car accidents being aged under 25 years old and just one in ten drivers on the roads aged between 17 and 24 years old, the statistics make for worrying reading. As insurers are unable to differentiate between careful motorists and those who drive without consideration of others when taking on new customers, figures like these are the only source of evidence they have to go on. Therefore, because of the actions of a few, everyone in this age group is forced to pay out for expensive young driver car insurance policies. To help make insurance cover less expensive for young people in an attempt to encourage them to take out a policy and not break the law by avoiding it and not pay out large sums of money, insurance companies will offer reductions for a number of reasons. Novice motorists can add a named driver to the policy, which can reduce premiums, especially if they are older and more experienced on the roads. Insuring a vehicle with a smaller engine capacity will also see the cost of cover fall significantly, as insurers judge these cars as low risk. It is possible to save money on premiums by increasing the excess, but it is important to be realistic to what can be afforded, as people will not want to be paying out £600 excess after an accident. The type of insurance taken out can prove cheaper depending on the value of the car. Third party, fire and theft cover may work out cheaper for lower valued cars, whilst a fully comprehensive policy could be cheaper for cars that are more expensive. It is important to shop around for the best deals on offer. As with the majority of policies, the premiums young people are offered, is dependant on the area in which they live in and the arrangements they have for keeping the vehicles safe and sound. Parking in a secure location such as in a garage or behind locked gates can make a radical difference to the amount of an insurance bill. Also fitting the car with an alarm system will help reduce premiums too.

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Which Motor Insurance Policy would best suit your personal circumstances?

by Rochelle Martinez

The law states that people must drive with third party insurance cover at the very minimum and those caught without any valid policy and driving their vehicle in a public place can face a hefty fine or prosecution. Third party motor insurance will cover drivers for injury or loss that other motorists endure because of the policyholders driving. This is the cheapest policy on offer and because of this fact, cover people for the least amount of incidents. For people who are not prolific drivers but still wish to insure their vehicle, they might choose third party, fire and theft cover which allows the driver to claim for loss or damage to their car due to a fire or theft of the vehicle. This is a popular cover policy for businesses too, that have a fleet of vehicles locked up in one place overnight. One of the more expensive options is to extend a premium to comprehensive cover, but this offers a wide-ranging insurance policy. This cover option offers all the cover a third party or third party, fire and theft policy offers, but also covers the vehicle owner for damage no matter who was to blame for it. Due to comprehensive cover being the more expensive policy, there are a number of benefits that are included in the price including ones such as glass or windscreen cover should the vehicle suffer vandalism and cover for spoilt or stolen personal belongings that have been locked away inside the vehicle or in the boot. A good way to make sure people have the correct cover in place for their individual requirements, is to shop around or even change provider which could also save you huge amounts of money when signing up for a better deal. Recent figures released by the Financial Regulator reveal the saving there are to be made when they carried out a cost comparison survey. A male driver aged 19 years old, looking for a quote for comprehensive insurance cover for his 2002 Opel Corsa, would see a staggering difference of €1,816 between the most expensive quote and the cheapest premium on offer. They also showed that a 38 year-old female driver of a 2006 Volkswagen Touran, looking for comprehensive cover, could make a saving of €445 if she shopped around for the best-priced deal.

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Wheel Repairs Wheel Polishing Wheel Painting Powder Coating Ideas

by Eddie Borgwardt

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Custom body kits

by Louie Liu

Custom body kits are designed and manufactured just for your car. They are unique single pieces that are made just for you. This makes them much more expensive. Also it is a much more involved process to get custom body kits made than to get an off the shelf body kit. If you must have a custom body kit the first stage would be to design a body kit that is to your liking. You will probably need to do this with a custom body kits professional just as one chooses the interior of ones house in consultation with an interior designer. Though you can choose a unique personalized design you cannot of course just let your imagination run wild. The shape should be aerodynamically sound and the body kit design should be such that it can fit easily and strongly onto your car. But when it comes to coloring it you will be able to let your imagination run wild. You will have a wide array of graphics, motifs and coloring options to choose from. You can overlap the graphics on the body kit with the rest of your car to make the body kits graphics better integrated with your car. Since a custom body kit has to be designed and fabricated just for you the time involved is longer than installing a factory made mass produced body kit. You should be prepared to be patient if you are opting for a custom body kit. However do you really need to go in for custom body kits? Well unless you really must have a very unique design you can go with a mass produced body kit and just customize the graphics and colors. This way you will have the advantages of a low cost coupled with a truly customized look. As it is, unless you want a very outlandish shape you should be able to find something close to what you want from the wide range of body kits that are now available. Whichever option you choose, body kits will enhance the look of your car and better still they will enable you to make a personal style statement. You can know more about the latest body kits at www.ilovebodykits.com About Author : Louie Liu has been in the car aftermarket products industry for 5years. He has specialized in body kits, headlights, cold air intakes and other aftermarket products. He has deep knowledge of a wide range of products including knowledge of benefits of body kits and other products, product options and how to choose a car aftermarket product. You can learn about a wide range of body kits and other car aftermarket products at his site www.ilovebodykits.com.

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Chevrolet Aveo is the car to woo every Car Lover

by Tina Sharma

Chevrolet is one of the most renowned and trusted car manufacturing companies. The kind of advanced technology used by them in their car models is beyond excellence. They are not only long lasting; but also add to the performance of the car. Its one recent car model that has earned worldwide acclaim is Chevrolet Aveo. This car has been designed in the sedan category and is a luxurious gift of General Motors to the car lovers. Chevy Aveo is available in 3 variations – Aveo 1.4, Aveo 1.4 LS and Aveo 1.6 LT. The leather upholstery, sporty instrument cluster with chrome sound, alloy wheels and anti-theft alarm are some of the newly added features to lend style to this car model. The multiplicity of accessories, stylish looks, affluent interiors and comfort level offered by Chevrolet is par brilliance. It is because of this only that Chevy aveo price is intended for such facilities. You can have a look at the aveo 1.4, 1.4 LS and 1.6 LT in this class of luxury cars with aveo price varying between Rs. 5, 96,903 to Rs. 6, 97,087. Cars are bought to take pleasure in the fulsomeness, mollify, style and smooth driving. Going with the rising demand of masses, General Motors (GM India) have been making cars, trucks and sports utility vehicles for all the group of people. One such series of cars manufactured by GM, under the class of its brand name Chevrolet, are aveo. This series is a tremendously stunning in nature among its competitors present in the market. Security has always been a special concern while developing this car. The 5 MPH impact proof bumpers, air bags and anti-lock braking system allows you to have a safe drive and all of them protects you in times of disaster. The reason behind this victory rate is that the GM people have been dedicated towards providing fineness with ease and style to its customers in their car models. They have been using some of the most technically advanced conveniences in the cars, so that they driving may become easier and safer. Even, the Chevrolet aveo performance reviews state that the car has marvelous power and pick-up. This makes it the most approving car in the luxury section. The car enthusiast also gets to know about the design and make of the car, including interiors. Another thing to know from performance is that it has maximum torque power.

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Swap Your Engine with Used Engine to Gear up the Car at Reasonable Price

by Avinash Smith

Maybe the bottom's come out of your favorite sedan or car. Now you are confused what the best solution is. In most of the cases, you can speed up your car again by swapping out your dead engine with used engine of junked models. Domestic as well as international manufacturers are selling used engine though their own shops or through the third party vendors. Used engines are available in wide array for most common models and automotive technicians know how to install the used engine in the car. There are couples of things that you are required to concern while looking for used engines. It is just not a matter of throwing out the old engine and installing the new engine in. You and your engine shop should know the correct setup and knowledge to get the job done effectively. Every year, Japan (Japanese engines) offers several brands of cars with new and stylish model. But the price connected with maintaining and owning a car is highly compared with North America as the maintaining cost is 4 times higher than US. Japanese drivers undergo gasoline prices often 400% higher and lots of other costs related with vehicle ownership are extravagant as well. Registration and insurance are more expensive in relative terms and road tolls and specifically parking have exorbitant costs attached. In Japan, car with minimum damage considered as unsafe car and one can't repair it due lack of automotive parts and repairing cost is very high. One need to take parking permission before purchasing a car that costs around $500 per month. Everything related to a vehicle is about 4 times higher than US. Car has been recycled early due to small damage. Therefore, the rest parts of the vehicles like engine, steering, etc are used for reselling purpose. In order to gear up your car again on the road, it's better to swap your engine with used engines. If you make up your mind for used engine, it is wise to do little research on the Internet. You will find numerous dealers on the Internet, so it's better to go through the website thoroughly and pick the right one for you. Engine World USA, a renowned name associated with used engines, offering wide range of used engines of various brands that suits your engine requirements. If you are looking for used engines, Engine World USA is the way to go.

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Choosing your next Car

by Rochelle Martinez

From the first banger you got when you first passed your test to the people carrier you purchased when your family started expanding, as life changes so do your transport requirements. Luckily with the huge range of different cars available, there is definitely a car to suit everyone whatever their needs. The tricky bit is working out which one is best for you. When you first start driving, the cost of driving can seem high. However there are few things you can do to make car insurance premiums and road tax a little lower and ease the financial burden. Consider purchasing a car with lower emissions so that it falls into a lower road tax band which will cost you less. Also go for a small engine size as this will help reduce your car insurance premiums and you may also find them easier to control. If you do have your eye set on driving around in a bigger, more powerful car then you may be able to reduce your car insurance premiums by taking a Pass Plus course. This course will teach you advanced driving techniques and highlight to insurers that you are competent driver. When choosing your first car you should also consider its age. If you can afford it newer cars tend to be safer than older ones, due to the advances in automotive technology which have been added to cars over the years. Newer cars will also have less wear and tear and may come with a warranty which will save you from any hefty repair bills in the first year. For those who require a bigger car to fit in all the family then you will also find a whole host of options available. Comfort and practicality become the main order of the day, as keeping the little ones happy in the back will make the journey more enjoyable for those in the front. Larger cars that have lots of storage in the back are a good choice as you can stow away lots of toys and games that will keep the children entertained. A big boot could also come in handy for fitting in the push chairs and baby bags needed when taking the whole family out for the day. You may also want to consider air conditioning as a cool child tends to be happier than one who is too hot. When the kids have grown up and flown the nest you may then start to think about what would be the best car for your retirement. During this period of your life you may find that an economical car is the best option to help keep your monthly outgoings low. You could also consider choosing a car with high reliability ratings so that repair bills are infrequent along with the withdrawals from your wallet. Purchasing a mechanical warranty with the car will also help keep costs low if things start to go wrong. Choosing what your next car will be will very much depend on your needs and lifestyle but luckily there is a huge range of choice so you are bound to find something that suits you perfectly.

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Tesla and Tata show early signs of dominance

by Carazoo India

In a futuristic automotive world, big automobile manufacturers will be electric cars. No longer will the world read about engine displacement figures and the emission fuel levels, may be only in small cars. We shall discuss as to how electric cars and small cars could co-exist and ride the world to a futuristic car world. This fact seems more nearer reality than future as the silicon based Tesla Motors unveiled it's the highly awaited Model S, a fully electric car that will sell under $50,000 U.S. dollars. The gorgeous car is a full size sedan with seating for five and has all the comforts that come in a normal car. Tesla Motors showed the car after a long wait. Model S has been unveiled and the prices announced. But if Tesla fails to get the cuts for eco-friendly car, it has a tough task ahead. It has committed to start production in 2011, even as profitability seems to be low. Tesla already has a roadster on the roads and a deal with Daimler to supply powertrains for the proposed electric Smart car. The company has to cater to diverse markets, ensure viability, and mange to get loans to run the car business. The company has so far managed to demonstrate its strengths and is able to pull on even after some setback in the last few years. But in another part of the world, the Indian company Tata Motors has launched the wonder Nano with an ultra low pricing of $ 2000 U.S. dollars. This small cars can seat four can deliver good mileage and power and also ensure low emission. It is easily affordable by most people across the world. People need not wait all their life to buy grand big cars. Both the events occurred in April. On one hand was the luxury green car and on the other was the semi-green basic transport. These are extremes could drive our choices for transportation in future. But will the two radically different car models survive in midst of powerful fuel guzzling cars? It is difficult to say, but that the very direction in which our future mobility is being shaped. Both, Tata and Tesla are in deep financial problems of their own. But everybody admits that Tata Nano is inevitable, even though the initial production may not be as high as predicted. But Tata Motors is unstoppable and has gone ahead to present a Nano Europa, a European model Nano, and an American Nano at a later date. The foreign Nano models may cost twice as much as they cost in India, due to enhanced safety and emission equipments, but it will still be cheaper than the cheapest car model in Europe and American continents. Tesla had acquired a loan of $ 350 U.S. dollars from the department of energy of the U.S. government. It is selling a more technologically radical vision of an automobile. Continues speculation in media and in public about Tesla has heaped great pressure to succeed. Without the massive financial assistance from Department of Energy, Tesla is going to find the going very tough. It may be difficult for Tesla to find new investors, if it does not succeed fast. Objectively, Tesla has an edge over the troubled General Motors which was also working on Chevrolet Volt, a pure electric car. The launch of Volt is not definite and the priced much higher than existing hybrids and electrics. Electric cars will become the world highly preferred mobility product in wealthy countries. Consumers there will not mind paying a few extra dollars to get the right product. In regions where the electric cars become unaffordable, Tata Nano will pitch in. It will give the people to use cost effective cars as a solution to environment problems. If in future, when petrol will be scracely used for mobility and frugality will be the theme, Tata Motors and Tesla will dominate the automobile world.

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Critical Facts About Biodiesel

by Naomi West

For several years people have been working to determine ways of saving their money. One of the ways that they attempt this is by saving gas money. No one wants to have to spend $2 a gallon to make sure that we have the power to ride to work each day. But shortly that may all come to a close. Biodiesel fuel is getting more common as people are discovering the rewards it has for not only our wallets - but also the environment round us. This is a non petroleum established fuel that is made up of alkyl esters. The fuel is produced when it is reacts chemically to lipids. The lipids employed to produce it are usually vegetable oil, animal fat, and alcohol. It has the ability to be employed alone or in an unmodified diesel engine automobile. The reason that this is more affordable then the petroleum that we use today is because it is made up of natural elements. The discharges that are directed into the air that occurs from driving a car that functions with petroleum are hurting the environment and creating pollution into the air. It is speedily becoming a peril to everyone. Numerous individuals believe it is the cause for global warming. But biodiesel fuel is an all natural kind of fuel that is easy to produce, more affordable, and burns cleaner emissions into the air. Several people have even found it is feasible to produce it in their own backyards with the proper equipment and instructions. The desires of most of us is that petroleum will steadily pass out of the picture and we will be offered the chance to utilise biodiesel in its stead. Already more and more cars are able to function on it with no problems and they have the power to go further on a tank of it.

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