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2010 Honda Civic
2010-10-25 23:11:00 Vehicles may come and go but Honda cars have always been one of the leaders in the automotive market. The 2010 Honda Civic is just one example of outstanding engineering and exceptional auto luxury at an affordable price. What Customers Demand Today customers want a car that gives them reliable transportation, good gas mileage and a comfortable ...
2010 GMC Acadia
2010-10-18 19:05:00 As each year winds to a close you will discover that consumers are often ready to purchase a new car. The elegant lines, roomy interior and modern styling featured in the 2010 GMC Acadia has made this car one of the premier GMC vehicles now on the market. This is an automotive choice for families or ...
2010 Honda Insight Hybrid
2010-10-11 17:02:00 Hybrid cars are finally coming into their own and the 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid is creating a great deal of buzz with the public. Until this car hit the market many people viewed electric hybrids as being uncomfortable and somewhat sterile vehicles. It did not seem like a fair trade to give up the ... More About: Hybrid
Basic Car Maintenance
2010-10-03 17:31:00 As an automobile owner, it is essential that you learn some basic car maintenance tips. The purpose behind car care tips is to ensure that your vehicle performs optimally and that the lifetime of the vehicle is increased. When you purchase a vehicle, it is important to review the information that is contained in the ... More About: Basic , Maintenance
2010 Ford Mustang
2010-09-21 23:37:00 The 2010 Ford Mustang is finally here! And with it comes exciting new features that are sure impress both die hard Mustang fans and people who are just getting acquainted with this American legend. The Mustang has for years been recognized among quality cars that boast modern characteristics while retaining a classic appearance. This year, ...
2010 Toyota Prius
2010-09-18 22:18:00 Toyota Prius is without a doubt the most recognizable vehicle brand when it comes to electric hybrids. Its entrance into the market is credited to have moved what was then considered the theoretical, idealistic and futuristic concept of hybrid cars into a practical vehicle suitable for the masses. It is not only ... More About: Toyota
2010 Ferrari California
2010-09-12 19:45:00 Ferrari cars are a beautiful option from all the cars that are available. They do have a bit of an interesting look, and anyone that has seen any of these Ferrari autos, they know what this means. They are often very beautiful when you look at them head on, but they have a bulky exterior ... More About: California , Ferrari
University of Waterloo Team Creates Hydrogen Car
2008-05-14 00:50:00 The University of Waterloo in Toronto, Ontario, Canada has recently been in the news for making a hydrogen-powered car. The team consisted of students, they created the car as part of the final year of the Challenge X. Challenge X is a competition that lasts for three years that challenged seventeen teams to re-engineer a GMC Equinox, the most recent challenge ended in 2007. The team at the University of Waterloo is known as the Alternative fuels team. The group of students showcased their re-engineered car at Direct Energy Center at Exhibition Place in Toronto. The team was the first to create this alternative fuel car and it is all due to their cutting edge technology. The car basically runs on water and emits no fumes; in fact the end result is water. This makes the car very environmentally friendly, and by using water to power it's engine high gas prices my soon be a thing of the past. The University of Waterloo is the only University that was chosen outside of the United State... More About: Hydrogen , Team
Bioethanol: How Bioethanol Fits Into The New Environmentally Friendly Indus
2008-04-23 00:42:00 Bioethanol is a fully sustainable energy source that has been extracted from renewable raw materials like starch plants including corn, wheat and cassava, sugar plants including beets and can and some cellulose plants which come from trees. Bioethanol is well burning fuel that does not contain nay harmful particles, is much better than its gasoline counterpart and reduces overall air pollution which is good for the environment.Bioethanol is being produced through the hydrolysis and sugar fermentation processes. It requires diluted enzymes and sulphuric acids which help to break down the cellulose and hemicelluloses in order to produce sucrose sugar which is in turn fermented into ethanol.Closely connected to biodiesel, bioethanol is a liquid biofuel and can be added to standard unleaded gasoline at levels of up to 5% and can be used in cars currently on the road. By replacing bioethanol for fossil fuels, emissions from fossil fuels are avoided and Co2 levels are reduced because the ... More About: Friendly
Ethanol-gasoline's smart younger brother
2008-04-13 17:15:00 With an ever increasing demand for useable energy, almost every compound imaginable has been studied for use to replace petroleum products. As oil wars are waged the world over and greenhouse gases threaten to destroy the ozone layer once and for all; it has become high time that we diverted our attention toward sustainable, renewable, and safe sources of useable energy. No substance may have more potential towards fulfilling our need for a renewable yet clean source of energy than ethanol. What exactly is ethanol? If you have never heard of the term, you probably have still seen it inadvertently on a store shelf or in a cooler. Why? Because ethanol is the scientific name for common alcohol. That is right, the alcohol that makes up the alcohol portion of all alcoholic drinks is ethanol. Ethanol is also known as drinking alcohol or grain alcohol. It is referred to as grain alcohol because grain is typically what is used to make ethanol. Grain isn’t the only thing that ... More About: Smart , Brother
Biobutanol-Fuel of potential
2008-04-03 00:39:00 During this age of a world on the verge of energy crisis, rising fuel prices and oil wars, any breakthrough in fuel and energy sources is a welcome breath of fresh air. Alongside biodiesel, biobutanol may be the holy grail in alternative fuel systems. What is biobutanol and why does it have the potential to revolutionize the alternative fuel industry? Read on to find out. Biobutanol, like ethanol, is an alcohol. The difference between butanol and ethanol is that ethanol has 2 carbons in its backbone while butanol has 4 carbons. Butanol that originates from biomass, or organic matter is referred to as biobutanol as opposed to petrobutanol which originates from petroleum. The reason biobutanol is hailed to have tremendous potential in helping end our world energy crisis is the fact that certain bacteria, particularly strains of clostridium have the unique ability to digest all types of organic matter into a mixture of acetone, butanol, and ethanol. More recently through a p... More About: Fuel
Biodiesel-fuel for the 21st Century
2008-03-26 23:41:00 In this new age where fuel is the most precious commodity available, it is time that mankind turned to a more efficient, safer, cleaner, renewable fuel for use in our massively transportation dependent society. The answer to a century of wars over oil and the horrendous aftermath thereof are simply, in one word - biodiesel. Biodiesel has been around for over a century, but only recently has the world awakened to a need for fuels at any cost that will not destroy our already fragile ecosystem, and you will soon know why the whole world should be excited. Biodiesel was first synthesized back in 1893 before the first diesel engine was even developed. Biodiesel is essentially oil of any type-be it animal fat or vegetable oil that has been reacted with an alcohol in a process called transesterification. The chemical name of the results of this reaction is mono-alkyl ester or biodiesel, and glycerol-common glycerin. Biodiesel can be used as an alternative to petrodiesel in more a... More About: Fuel , Century
Exploring the Ins and Outs of Gasoline
2008-03-20 00:02:00 As the prices of gas continues to rise in the 21st century, motorists are yearning for the days when the substance that powered their cars cost less than $1 or even closer to $2. The demand for this influential resource has been outweighing the supply long before war broke out in the Middle East. The constant consumption of regular, leaded, unleaded, and now diesel fuel has placed a huge strain on reserves, which has caused prices to reach new heights. The elevated cost of gasoline has greatly impacted the United States, as well as the rest of the world. The current energy crisis has forced scientists to seek out innovative ways of supplying energy and has encouraged consumers to find other methods of preserving fuel, such as riding a bicycle to work or purchasing electric cars.In the future, the use of gas alternatives may gain more attention, especially since the following methods are less damaging to the environment: biodiesel, biobutanol, hydrogen fuel, ethanol, and bioethanol. ... More About: Gasoline , Exploring
Hydrogen Fuel Cells: Cars Of The Future
2008-03-10 23:37:00 Imagine a world where you don't have to pay $3 to drive twenty or thirty miles, where trucks belching diesel smoke are unheard of, where you can walk down the road without inhaling the fumes of a thousand vehicles, where thousands of cars pass you and you hear nothing but a gentle hum and whoosh, and you have an idea of where hydrogen fuel cells will be taking us. Fuel cells were invented in 1839 by Sir William Grove, who figured out that you could separate hydrogen and oxygen from water through hydrolysis, and suggested that the procedure could be reversed to create clean energy, with a by-product of water. Back then, it was called the gas voltaic battery; only in 1889 did it get the name fuel cell.How Hydrogen Fuel Cells WorkLike batteries, fuel cells use chemical processes without combustion to create energy with a clean by-product. Because they do not work with the process of combustion, fuel cells never have partly used components, and therefore do not produce poisonous by-pro... More About: Cars , Future , The Future
Green Cars – A Brighter and Cleaner Future
2008-02-28 00:29:00 More and more cars are on the road every day, and it is estimated that more than a billion cars will be on the roads by the year 2020. With more and more cars hitting the roads each year, many people are beginning to look for greener options for their vehicles; in fact, governments are even beginning to put pressure on car manufacturers to develop cars that are friendlier to the environment. While in the past green cars were something that most people only dreamed about, today there are a variety of options available for those who are looking for a car that is environmentally friendly. Several Different Technology ChoicesToday as more and more people become environmentally conscious, there are a variety of greener alternatives that are beginning to show up in show rooms in the United States and even in Europe. For those looking for a car that runs green, there are now several different technology choices to consider, including alternative fuels, battery cars, and of courses the ever... More About: Cars , Future , Green , Cleaner
2008 Acura RDX
2008-02-12 00:51:00 For those looking for a new crossover vehicle, there are a variety of options out there, such as the Toyota RAV4, the Lincoln MKX, the BMW X3, and even the Land Rover LR2. However, one new crossover vehicle that seems to be stealing all the lime light is the 2008 Acura RDX. This is one great crossover vehicle that has taken the term "crossover" to the next level. So, for those looking for a crossover vehicle with a reasonable price tag and unbeatable performance, the RDX is definitely a vehicle to consider.One of the big reasons that the 2008 Acura RDX is getting so much attention is because it is the first time that Honda, the parent company of Acura, has produced a turbocharged engine for the a product vehicle. This is definitely big news as Honda takes another step up and gets into the field of turbo charged engines for the very first time ever.Speaking of the engine, the engine inside the 2008 Acura RDX is a great one. While the engine is only a 2.3 liter engine, it uses the var...
2008 Acura MDX
2008-02-06 00:58:00 Looking for an SUV that handles like a luxury automobile? Look no further than the 2008 Acura MDX. With a 300 horse power, V-6 engine the 208 Acura MDX handles like a luxury sports car with all the comforts and room of an SUV. What would you expect from Acura? For years, Acura has been making some of the best quality automobiles around, including SUVs, sports car and luxury sedans. Once you take a look at this quality SUV, you will be surprised and pleased at the features you can get for just over $40,000.The key features of the 2008 Acura MDX include the following:1. The powerful V-6, 300 horse power engine2. SH-AWD3. A built in navigation system with voice recognition, Zagat reviews and a destination database4. Premium surround sound system that includes an XM Satellite Radio with an optional entertainment package5. Bluetooth link6. Custom settings7. Automatic climate control with air filtration8. Custom settingsThe real time traffic setting can help you navigate through traff...
2008 Acura TSX
2008-02-05 00:48:00 The new 2008 Acura TSX handles like a luxury sports car with the features of a sedan. For premium performance , luxury and the ability to go from zero to 60 mph within a matter of minutes, check out the 2008 Acura TSX.Acura has always been the top of the line when it comes to luxury sports cars. The Acura TSX features top of the line specifications such as Vehicle Stability Assist, the ability to connect your Bluetooth headset, an iPod auxiliary jack and a navigation system. The 2008 Acura TSX has all the bells and whistles that you want in a luxury automobile. The state of the art navigation system features the following:1. Voice recognition2. A Full Destination Database3. Zagat ReviewsListening to music has never been more crystal clear than in this luxury sports sedan. The sound system is exquisite and features an XM satellite radio with quality sound. The satellite radio gives you access to 170 satellite channels, most of which are commercial free. You can navigate the sta...
2008 Acura TL
2008-01-23 00:40:00 As you consider the purchase of the 2008 Acura TL – you will encounter a wealth of innovative improvements that elevates its appeal over previous models. The new immobilizer system; two fresh body colors; and a separate monitoring system for tire pressure are just some of the advancements of the latest Acura TL. Additionally, the convenient navigation system has been updated to accommodate those traveling about Hawaii. The AcuraLink feature now incorporates 76 markets – doubling the amount offered with the 2007 model. With a starting price of $33, 725, an increasing amount of consumers are anticipating the assortment of features and luxury associated with this appealing brand of car.Exterior FeaturesOn the outside of the 2008 Acura TL, the TL Type-S styling comes equipped with an alluring dark-metallic chrome finish displayed on the grille and exterior trim of the car. The factory 17-inch alloy wheels continue to further the appearance of the car. A trunk lid spoiler doesn’t t...
2008 Acura RL
2008-01-18 00:52:00 Among the most important luxury cars, the Acura RL is considered a midsize car. Although most luxury cars offer a V8 as an option, the Acura RL comes with a V6 solely. However the RL has a really reasonable price considering that most of the features come as a standard option.Acura designed the RL to be a comfortable and distinguished automobile. Recommended by many who have had the chance to review this car, the RL is great for those who want an all wheel drive, luxurious vehicle with all the latest equipment. The all wheel drive is considered to be one of the car’s more outstanding features as it enhances the handling and traction.The Acura RL has many standard features, such as a 5.1 audio system that is of the same high quality that you find in luxury sedans that have a much higher price. The navigation system is another standard feature that features traffic updates.Reviews by consumers have been posted on Edmunds.com in which almost every aspect of the RL have been positive.... More About: 2008
2008 Audi Q7
2008-01-16 00:51:00 The 2008 Audi Q7 is a seven passenger performance SUV that boasts a sleek interior and supreme craftsmanship designed to attract both SUV enthusiasts and luxury car owners alike. Along with high-tech options such as a six disc CD changer, and practical features such as a generous maximum cargo capacity, the Q7 is ideal for both daily use and long distance driving.Price RangeThe price ranges for the 2008 Audi Q7 based on trim options are as follows:3.6L Quattro: Manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) - $42,500, Invoice price - $39,5263.6L Quattro Premium: MSRP - $48,350, Invoice price - $44,9654.2L Quattro Premium: MSRP - $58,600, Invoice price - $54,497New Features for 2008Audi has added a few more standard features to its 2008 model since the debut of the Q7 in 2007, such as remote keyless entry, and has also upgraded its options program as well. Both the 3.6 and the 3.6 Premium come standard with 18 inch twin-spoke alloy wheels, while the 4.2 features 20 inch wheels.Another...
2008 Audi R8
2008-01-11 00:46:00 The 2008 Audi R8 supercar, as it's already been dubbed, boasts two transmissions with design elements reminiscent of the Porsche or Corvette. With its unique layout, and everyday driving capabilities, the R8 offers more than just the raw performance that's usually likened to a sports car.This two-seater with a midsized engine incorporates modernized technology from the company's Le Mans-winning prototype. Adapted for street driving, the Audi R8 first made its debut in 2006 at the Mondial de l'Automobile in Paris, France and was similar to the Le Mans Quattro concept car that first appeared in 2003.Price RangeThe detailed price ranges for the 2008 Audi R8 is as follows:Coupe Quattro: Manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) - $109,000, Invoice price - $101,370Coupe Quattro with Auto R-tronic: MSRP - $118,000, Invoice price - $109,740New Features for 2008The 2008 Audi R8 features an aluminum body structure and delivers power to its 420 horsepower (hp), 4.2L V8 engine with dir...
The 2008 Audi A6
2008-01-10 00:37:00 With the debut of its third generation 2008 A6 model, the German-based Audi has succeeded at gaining the reputation as one of the world's premium automakers.First appearing in 1995 to replace the Audi 100, the A6 was redesigned in 1998 complete with a sportier body, and in the year 2000, performance was boosted with the addition of both the twin-turbo, V6, 2.7 liter engine, and the V8, 4.2 liter.To increase the car's aesthetics and visual appeal, the A6's interior and exterior were completely redesigned again in 2005, and then updated with several standard features and technological equipment in 2007. Today, the 2008 sedan model is available for buyers with either a V6 or V8 engine and optional all-wheel drive (AWD). The sleek wagon version, the A6 Avant, comes with a standard V6 engine.Price RangePriced considerably lower than most of its European competitors, the 2008 Audi A6 has an invoice price range of $39,943 to $52,361, and a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) o...
2008 Audi A5
2008-01-09 01:05:00 The all new 2008 Audi A5, four-seat coupe joins an impressive line other high-performing vehicles from Audi and is available in either a 6 speed manual transmission, or the optional 6 speed Tiptronic automatic transmission.The personification of a luxury sport coupe, the highly stylish A5 features both an elegant interior and exterior design, a number of safety features, as well as crisp handling and a strong overall performance.Price RangeThe price ranges for the 2008 Audi A5 is as follows:Coupe MSRP price - $39,900, Invoice price - $37,108Coupe with Tiptronic MSRP price - $41,200, Invoice price - $38,315New Features and Options for 2008Some of the new features that Audi has implemented into their 2008 A5 model, which is available in only one trim level, are electromechanical parking brakes, and climate controls with three separate zones. The front suspension system has been redesigned, as well as a longer wheelbase, and an overhaul of the engine, transmission, and steering rack, w...
2008 Audi A8
2008-01-08 01:25:00 In many parts of the world Audi is by far taking the lead from its top class competitors like Mercedes Benz and BMW. The 2008 Audi A8 is definitely in a different league and goes above any traditional luxury. This car has been upgraded from the A8 that was first brought out back in 1994. It was then the first car in the world to have been built on an aluminum platform, known as the Audi Space Frame (ASF). The A8 for 2008 has been updated to improve the suspension of the vehicle, the soundproofing, the steering as well as technology offering of the flagship model.There are four different versions available in the Audi A8 model. It is available in A8, A8 L, A8 L W12 and then there is the S8. All of these models have the same chassis except for any of the “L” models as they have an extra 5-inch wheelbase, which results in passengers in the rear gaining extra room.The Audi A8 and the A8 L are available in a V8 engine that is a luxury full size sedan. It comes standard with:• Valco...
2008 Bentley Mansory Continental GT
2008-01-06 17:14:00 The 2008 Bentley Mansory Continental GT comes with a GT speed alternative for the year 2008 as the Speed Model produces an amazing 600 horsepower while the 2008 GT has a maximum horsepower of 552. Compared to the model from the previous year, this one shows off its stylish alterations that any car lover would be dying to get their hands on. In the range of the $200 000 exotic cars, the Bentley’s coupes symbolizes a car fairly more refined, yet still a sporty vehicle – optional to others like Lamborghini, Aston Martin and Ferrari. As stated by Bentley, the 2008 Bentley Mansory Continental GT was “conceived to be a sporting coupe without rival.” Besides the amazing design of this car, it also offers an all wheel ride as well as four very comfortable seats. It has the ability to accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in an amazing 4.6 seconds! The GT Speed vehicle can do the same, but in an even more amazing 4.3 seconds! Both of these vehicles can do a maximum speed of approxim...
2008 Bentley Brooklands
2008-01-05 16:20:00 For those who are looking for an out of the ordinary automobile then you may want to consider the flagship of the Bentley cars, the 2008 Bentley Brooklands. This coupe is more than just an automobile and it is almost totally hand built as well. With a whopping price of $330,000, it is definitely a beautiful car that many people will only dream about owning.The Brooklands automobile is a four passenger luxury automobile that is more of a showpiece than a car to just drive around time. It was designed to bring together opulence and performance and the car definitely accomplishes that. Basically it is a car that is a variation of the Azure convertible and the Arnage sedan, which are two of the older cars in the Bentley family. You’ll find that the 2008 Bentley Brooklands is a bit larger than the Continental GT and this vehicle is designed to appeal to a clientele that is more exclusive. However, many of the styling techniques used on the car are taken right from the GT, which is prob...
2008 Audi TT Clubsport Quattro Study
2008-01-05 00:24:00 The 2008 Audi TT Clubsport Quat tro is the car that Batman would choose should he ever want a different ride!This car is known to be just a ‘study’; it was built and designed as an updated version of the TT range. The Clubsport Quattro is the Audi TT in the most classicist form, making the Roadster seem like a walk in the park.The engineering team of Audi set a goal for their latest development, which was to gain purism at a first-class level. Hoodless, no available A-post, rather they opted for a curled windscreen which is kept low in order to purposefully evoke images of a speedster. The windscreen was designed so that one can take in the whole scenery when driving around, the two humps which replaced the hood of this amazing vehicle is evocative of a race car. In comparison to the TT Roadster, the rollover bars which are familiar to the Concept vehicle is placed at a lower angle at the same height as the sports bucket seating. The front grille is single framed not only to give... More About: Study
2008 Audi TT
More articles from this author:2008-01-04 00:27:00 If you like the previous versions of the Audi TT, then you are definitely going to love the 2008 Audi TT. This a new generation of this sports car made by Audi and the look and the specs of this car are truly stunning. Take a look at the new 2008 TT and you'll definitely recognize it as a TT; however, the model has been totally redesigned. This new model has more room, it is sleeker, and best of all - it has even more power than ever before. So, for those who love having a sports car full of luxury, the 2008 Audi TT is an excellent choice.The Exterior of the TTTake a look at the exterior of the 2008 Audi TT and you’ll notice that while retaining the basic shape, it has a new look. You’ll find that the grille is the new large Audi grille that is the newer signature of Audi and it gives it a more aerodynamic feel. The taillights wrap around the car as well, giving it a new sleek look. Every single part of the new TT is sleeker than ever before, especially the roofline of the car,... 1, 2, 3 |



