2008 Maxda CX-7 Automotive Review

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    Automotive Review, 2008 Mazda CX-7
    By Brian Lebow

    We're on the Road in the 2008, Mazda CX-7

    The Good: Nice styling, good handling, decent list of standard features, good curbside appeal, very safe.

    The Bad: Road noise is somewhat pronounced, rear seats are low.

    Overall: The CX-7 is a sharp looking small SUV, sporty styling while offering a well designed, handsome and functional interior.

    The CX-7 is Mazda's five passenger crossover sport-utility vehicle, initially introduced for 2007. The powertrain consists of a 2.3 Liter 4 cylinder turbo engine, outputting 244 horsepower and 258 lb foot of torque, coupled to the front wheel drive, six speed automatic transmission with sportshift! Mazda offers the CX-7 in three trim levels: Sport; Touring; and Grand Touring.

    The CX-7 is very sporty, from the five-pointed grille and prominent front fender, up to the A pillar slanting at a 66 degree angle, the Mazda holds true to "the soul of a sports car" slogan. The integrated rounded xenon headlights round out the front corner of the vehicle nicely! It's retains the sharp handling and responsiveness of a car, while offering light duty utility as well.

    Safety

    The CX-7 scored best marks in Government Front, Driver and passenger, side driver/ rear passenger test as well as good marks in government rollover tests. The 5 passenger SUV has many standard safety features, including: ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist, as well as Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control System. Also standard find side impact door beams, Front/Rear crumple zones, an anti-theft immobilizer and TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System), four wheel ventilated disc brakes; Front wheel or Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive. The CX-7 has thick D pillars, but the area is very visible using the side mirrors. This Mazda also features a good compliment of six airbags for front and back.

    Driving Impressions

    The CX-7 is a handles well and although you might expect a v-6 to be necessary for this size vehicle, you'd be surprised how well the 4 cylinder turbo performs. Unlike the turbo of the past there's almost zero lag. The turbo does a great job of compensating for what could otherwise be a lighter duty engine for this rather hefty vehicle. Handling is solid, responsive and tight (without being numb) and thanks to the four wheel independent suspension you'll feel little road, the response is direct. Road noise is a bit more audible than others, but it's not enough to be troublesome. Consumer Reports rated Mazda's CX-7 as less than average for first year reliability, but we did not note any potential issues during our test drive.

    The Way You Feel Inside

    Jump into the CX-7 without needing a boost, it's not a huge SUV. Mazda's red and blue lighting combine for a pleasing hue across the clean and simple analogue gauge cluster. Interior styling is handsome and build quality is good, inline with the category.

    Function meet form, form meet function: nice looking front/side defrost vents are smartly integrated into the dash, which is stacked to include a centered LCD display, for clock and audio info. Discover a large lockable center console, large enough for a music junkie's CD collection, and more space for snacks. Got power? Plug in to either of the 12v power outlets. Drivers will also appreciate lighting accents that make it easy to see the interior while driving at night, thanks to the indirect blue cabin illumination (on the upper trim). Drivers and passengers delight with lumbar adjustment on front seats, that are also heated (love the heated seats, also on upper trim).

    The CX-7 has a good long list of standard features, they include: Cruise Control, AM/FM/CD audio with automatic level control (automatically adjusting the volume (smooth and non intrusive) based on noise levels) fold away brake pedal assembly, LATCH rear child safety seat anchors and tethers, A/C, power door locks, plus more. The CX-7 offers fun, a sporty drive and a bit of utility as well, and gives you alot for your money!

    Stowage

    For a five passenger SUV, you'll likely be taking the weekend road trip and the CX-7 is ready for the road, with decent and versatile stowage space. Fold the rear seats down (although they don't lay entirely flat, check the photo below) and you'll have 58.6 cubic feet. With the rear seats up find 29.9 cubic feet about average for this class vehicle, and decent space for the weekend warrior or occasional camper. Options exist to extend your storage with a roof rack (100lbs max); and the tow package (towing capacity up to 2000 lbs).

    By the Numbers

    By the new 2008 fuel rating the FWD CX-7 is rated at 17 city / 22 highway, and we averaged 17.8 MPG on premium fuel, combined (city and highway) driving. (AWD model gets 16 / 21MPG)

    Mazda CX-7 Sticker Price

    FWD Sport Trim starts at $23,750.

    FWD Touring Trim starts at $25,500. and

    FWD Grand Touring starts at $26,300.

    AWD Sport Trim starts at $24,450.

    AWD Touring Trim starts at $27,200.

    AWD Grand Touring Trim starts at $28,000


    Publisher: Brian LeBow,
    http://www.GoOntheRoad.com
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Ferrari 312b2

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Convert Your Car To Run On Water - Can You Really Turn Your Car Into A Hybrid?

    Convert Your Car To Run On Water - Can You Really Turn Your Car Into A Hybrid?
    By Marios Crawford

    Is it possible to convert your car to run on water and own a hybrid car, without having to buy one?

    Many years ago, Nicola Tesla discovered the almost "magical power of water. He realized that water can be used as a fuel and produce energy. Unfortunately, his invention was never released to the public, probably because water can be seen as the cheapest source of energy and there was not much profit involved for any company to develop his system.

    Lately many people are using the HHO gas based system, in order to increase gas mileage and save money on gasoline. Buying a hybrid car costs around $20,000, but this apparatus costs less than $200 and can be easily installed on almost any car.

    The Hydrogen-On-Demand system is environmentally friendly, because it reduces car's emissions that contribute to global warming and pollution.

    Turn your car into a hybrid and enjoy these great benefits:
    Boost gas mileage by up to 70% and save hundreds of dollars every month
    Prolong the life expectancy of your engine
    Reduce the noise of your engine and ensure a smoother operation
    Remove carbon deposits
    Enhance your engine's performance
    Reduce your car's emissions and protect the environment

    This is how the device works: by using the battery of the car, water can be turned into Brown Gas or HHO (Oxydrogen), which can serve as an energy source and move the car. As a result the car needs a much smaller quantity of gasoline, because it will run partly on water. Everyone who uses this revolutionary apparatus will be able to save money on gas and protect the environment, at the same time.

    Hydrogen-On-Demand is a home made system that can be assembled by simple and cheap products found in any hardware store. The device can be easily installed and removed. The car's engine is not harmed in any way, in fact this system will clean the engine everyday.

    Thousands of people are already using the HHO system and have successfully increased fuel economy by up to 70%.

    This site can provide you with details and videos about how to convert you car to run on water and save thousands of dollars on gas every year.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2008/03/
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BMW F1.08

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    Powered by BMW,Nick Heidfeld,getting closer,how long before they win ?
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    warning,take three steps from the monitor to view...than click on the image,to see the brush strokes...

    btw,Heidfeld had the privilege of buying my last model...


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Car Lot Joke Of The Day - Service Department

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Hybrid Cars; Whats The Big Deal?

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    Whats The Big Deal About Hybrid Cars?
    By Steven H. Longoria

    As we all become more environmentally conscious, efforts are being made worldwide to reduce the pollution caused by the cars you drive, the trucks that deliver the goods to your favorite stores, your kids' school buses.

    You've probably seen newspaper articles and TV news reports on hybrid cars. But what exactly are hybrid cars?

    Hybrid electric vehicles combine smaller gas engines with electric motors powered by a battery system that charges as the gas engine operates. This powertrain combination provides significantly improved gas mileage as well as dramatically reduced CO2 emissions. In these days of $3 gas and global warming, that's no small improvement.

    If you regularly drive in an urban area, hybrid vehicles are particularly cost-effective as you can drive almost completely on electric power, which obviously saves gas dollars as well as the environment. This is the exact opposite of traditional gas cars that tend to get better mileage on the highway than driving in more stop-and-go city traffic. Take into consideration the type of driving you most frequently do when considering a hybrid.

    Interestingly, when a hybrid car is running on electric power, particularly at low speeds such as in the city, they are practically silent, reducing noise pollution as well as air pollution. This means drivers of hybrids have to be more careful as pedestrians have a hard time hearing them coming...and being a more attentive driver is a positive thing.

    One thing to keep in mind, however, is that not all hybrids are created equal. For example, should you need a larger family vehicle, such as an SUV, a hybrid SUV very likely will not be as fuel efficient as a standard SUV. While this will surely change in the future, don't be fooled into thinking that just any hybrid is going to be better.

    In addition, hybrid cars are definitely more expensive than "regular" vehicles. While the savings in gas mileage will help offset the higher purchase price, particularly if gas prices remain high, if you are thinking about buying a hybrid simply to "save money" you might find yourself unpleasantly surprised if the car does not meet your other needs.

    On the other hand, if your major concern is the environment, the extra cost of a hybrid vehicle can be well worth it.


    Steve Longoria writes on the growing Alternative Fuel Vehicles market, encouraging people to adopt greener fuels and, ultimately, to help people save money. For more info on Biofuel Vehicles visit EZAlternativeFuelVehicles.com


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Sebring 12 Hours

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    One of the nice things about the Sebring 12 Hours,apart from the prototypes and racing,is the beautiful sunsets they race into,giving painters like me lots of opportunities to paint something atmospheric.
    Here is the second placed Porsche Spyder passing the pits in the evening.
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ALMS Peugeot 908

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    Fast but fragile,Peugeot's beautiful prototype 908 HDI,or poo show as i heard some American commentaters call it...at the 12 hours of Sebring 2008

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2008 Honda Civic Sedan Automotive Review

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    Automotive Review - 2008 Honda Civic Sedan
    By Brian Lebow

    The Good: The legendary nameplate continues to balance price & performance in one nice package with tons of variations (over 20 different models between the coupe and sedan)

    The Bad: Interesting gauge cluster design, road noise is pronounced

    Overall: The civic is a leader in its class and a staple, for over 30 years in the US. The engine is refined and with many trim levels/models to choose from it's easy to find a Civic that will suit your budget.

    For a very long time now, over a quarter century, Honda's been a force in the industry, with Civic's and Accords buzzing around the United States, often times crushing what had been the long term expectations for a vehicle (longevity curve). I remember the 300 thousand club advertisements Honda aired. I owned a Honda and like so many other Honda drivers, found it extremely reliable and exceptionally easy to keep on the road. It's difficult not to love Honda. A friend drives an Accord coupe, and has since 1998 when they were re-sytled. Every two years, he'll go get another one, going on 10 years now.

    The 2008 Honda Civic is a small car available as a sedan or coupe. For both, there are five main trim levels: DX, LX, EX, EX-L and Si. On the Civic sedan you can also find the Hybrid, the GX and the Mugen Si. The DX is for those on a tight budget and offers power windows, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel & a height-adjustable driver seat. Then there's the popular mid-grade LX, which comes with 16-inch steel wheels, air-conditioning, full power accessories, keyless entry, cruise control and a four-speaker CD/MP3 audio system with an auxiliary audio jack.

    Go on the road with the Civic EX and you get 16-inch alloys, sunroof, six-speaker audio with steering-wheel-mounted audio controls and a 60/40-split rear seatback with a rear armrest. This year's new Civic EX-L comes with leather upholstery and heated front seats. The Civic Si has most of the EX's features plus a high-output engine, a premium audio system, 17-inch alloy wheels, sport-tuned suspension, and special interior trim.

    A navigation system is offered for the Si and EX/EX-L models. Hybrid models are equipped similarly to the EX and have automatic climate control and optional navigation. The GX has a feature list similar to the LX's.

    The limited-production Civic Mugen Si sedan has a track-tuned suspension, 18-inch wheels with more aggressive tires, performance exhaust and a specialized exterior body kit

    We're on the Road, in the 2008 Honda Civic Sedan, Consumer Reports top rated Sedan, scoring great marks for reliability and depreciation, and good marks for satisfaction. Under the hood find the 1.8 liter inline 4 cylinder outputting 140 hp, (except for the Si and Hybrid models outputting 197 and 110 hp respectively) and 128 lb ft of torque.

    Four engine and four transmission choices range from the 140-horsepower, 1.8-liter i-VTEC engine (Civic DX, LX, EX and EX-L), with either a 5-speed manual or an available 5-speed automatic transmission, to a 197-horsepower, 2.0-liter i-VTEC engine (Civic Si) with a 6-speed manual transmission. Several years ago the civic was the smallest car from Honda, but now the Fit takes that title. While acceleration is respectable, it's not built for blazing quick acceleration, it clocks a 0-60 time of 10.1 seconds (EX sedan).

    The Civic exterior looks better than ever. Coming up on a re-designed Civic several years ago, shortly after they were redesigned, I remember asking myself, if that was a new luxury brand model. Well as I drew closer, I was surprised (in a good way) to find it bear the legendary nameplate. Especially the Si model, looks like it's a luxury sports car masquerading! Nice back side! The Civic sedan looks like it is anxious to hit the road with a seriously sloped front windshield which allows for a more forward dash inside, and the two tiered gauge cluster. Fit and finish is good. From the front fascia and the grill, to the intergrated head lamps the Civic looks ready to roll. We especially like the bumper split front grille, and the way the Honda emblem is incorporated to the silver accent span streaking across the grill, looks like it could be symbolic of aircraft with such a sweeping wing upfront.

    Handling is steady and compliant, and provides good direct feedback.

    Safety: Seated in the driver's position you'll find great visibility that you'd expect in this class vehicle. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives the Civic its best rating for front and side impact crashes for driver and passenger. All Civics' come standard with drivers and front passenger's seat belt reminder, Dual-Stage, Dual-Threshold front airbags (SRS); Front side airbags with passenger-side occupant position detection; side curtain airbags; VSA; ABS; EBD; TPMS; Side-impact door beams; Child proof rear door locks; LATCH; and a comprehensive list of other standard safety features that will help keep you safe.

    Driving Impressions: For the casual or long distance commuter the Civic is an ideal combination of good gas mileage, comfort and safety. You'll enjoy driving the Civic with stable, responsive handling and a steady compliant ride, and though there is a bit of road noise, the Civic really does well overall. From everyday errands to the weekend road trip, you'll enjoy exploring in the Civic. We like the mix of digital and analogue gauges (the speedometer is digital, while the RPM gauge is analogue) and the speedometer, temp and fuel gauge are also included in the top tier (forward most tier) of the dash and the rpm, odometer, drive indicator are on the lower level, closest to the driver position. The seating is comfortable for most, especially for this class vehicle. Controls are where you'd expect them and you won't need to crack the manual to operate the vehicle, turn on the stereo or play a CD. The Civic also helps you every week at the pump, with good MPG!

    The way you feel inside: The Civic offers solid build quality you can rely on, seat comfort is good. You will notice somewhat pronounced road noise. Inside find nice creature comforts like power outlets (front and center on upper trim levels, front only on lower trims); Cruise Control (not on DX); Leather wrapped steering wheel on all models; A/C with Air Filtration System (not on DX); Power Windows; good storage compartments; steering mounted controls (Cruise and Audio on upper trims) and available Nav system, which as a technology person remains one of my favorite options, along with the heated front seats available on the EX-L trim. Also find an aux input to plug in your mp3 player on most models. Find thoughtful design elements like tilt and telescoping steering, there's a lot to love from Honda's Civic!

    By the numbers: The EPA rating for the 2008, 5 speed automatic, Civic Sedan is 25 MPG city / 36 highway and we averaged 28 MPG on regular fuel, when driving between combined (city and highway) miles.

    The 5 speed manual transmission, sedan is rated at 26 city, 34 highway. While the Si Sedan gets 21 city / 29 highway, and the GX sedan, 24 city/36 highway. The 2008 Honda Civic Hybrid is rated at 40 city / 45 highway.

    The sticker price on the 2008 Honda Civic Sedan starts at 15,010 for the 5 speed manual transmission DX model. The tested model (Civic EX-L 5 speed automatic - with Nav & XM which includes leather accent seating up) MSRP is $22,460. The ever popular Civic Hybrid Sedan starts at $22,600 add Nav and XM satellite for an MSRP of 24,350. With so many variations on the Civic (including Coupe and numerous trim levels) it's easy to find one that suits you!

    For more automotive content go to www.GoontheRoad.com - Go On The Road.com is produced by LeBow Media for Radio and Television and now on the internet.

    Brian LeBow is the original author of this new car review.
    More infomation about LeBow Media, LLC is online at http://www.LeBowMedia.com
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Lewis Hamilton Nr1

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    The Ferrari's were red hot and bothered,while Lewis kept a cool head.Faultless start of the season for Lewis down under in Melbourne...no sweat.
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    A bit of personal record here,check the posting time,posted this as Hamilton crossed the finish line! yes this was an all nighter...

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Car Salesman Joke - Eyeglasses

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Pontiac G6: The Sedan, The Coupe, The Convertible

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    Pontiac G6: The Sedan, the Coupe, the Convertible
    By Sarah McBride

    The Pontiac G6 is a vehicle that is running under the Pontiac division of the automobile manufacturer General Motors. It has been rolling through streets and roads since the year 2005 and at present, this vehicle is still continuously being manufactured. It replaced the spot and niche that the Pontiac Grand Am left vacant when the production of this latter vehicle was halted. The Pontiac G6 that replaced it is crafted and designed as a midsize vehicle.

    The Pontiac G6 has been made available in a couple of body styles. These comprise of the convertible, the coupe, and the sedan. The convertible has two doors and is priced at $28,490 and is the most expensive among the three. The coupe has two doors as well yet it is priced much lower than the convertible at $21,790. However, the sedan holds four doors and is the least expensive of all which has a price tag of $16,990. All the body styles of the Pontiac G6 are built on the FF Epsilon platform. The power for this vehicle comes from three engine options which are the 2.4 L Ecotec LE5 I4 engine, the 3.5 L 3500 LX9 V6 engine, and the 3.9 L 3900 LZ8 V6 engine. As per the exterior colors, the choices comprise of Stealth Gray Metallic, Liquid Silver Metallic, Ivory White, Black, Granite Metallic, Crimson Red, Sedona Beige Metallic, Electric Blue Metallic, and Emerald Green Metallic. The main competition of the Pontiac G6 is said to be the Misubishi Galant, the Nissan Altima, the Honda Accord, and the Ford Fusion.

    The Pontiac G6 has the capacity to actually take in five passengers in its interior. It has also been made available in nine trim levels that range from the 1SV sedan to the GTP convertible. Also, this vehicle was first introduced to the public during the 2004 North American International Auto Show and during that time, the Pontiac G6 still rode on the GM Epsilon platform which is different from the platform that the current version has.

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    As a manager of one of the largest auto store in Springfield, Massachussets, Sarah has extensive expertise on auto parts and automotives in general. This 42 year old is a certified car enthusiast.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2008/03/
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Toyota Camry

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    Kyle Bush and Toyota won their first Nascar race...
    i saw it on the telly,it must be true.
    acrylic on paper 6x8"

    had a hard time scanning this painting,it has got more subtle color,never mind,if i paint on like this,i will be left with nothing but a blur anyway...faster,faster!Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2008/03/
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Monaco '74

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    The start of the Monaco grand Prix 1974,the Ferrari's of Regazzoni and Lauda,leading but in self destruct mode,allowing Peterson to take the win in the 'old lady' JPS Lotus 72.




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Car Insurance - Be Smart When Choosing Your Provider

    Be Smart When Choosing Your Car Insurance Provider
    By Amy Nutt

    Choosing a car insurance provider is not like buying a sandwich or a new pair of shoes. Car insurance is a big commitment, a large expense, and potentially a major influence on your life. Choosing the wrong insurer or benefits package might cause you to pay far more than necessary, or even cost you thousands of dollars in the event of an accident.

    First off, use every resource at hand when choosing an insurance provider. Ask your friends what company they use, but remember insurance premiums are highly individualized, and one company that gives someone you know a great deal might not do so for you.

    There are dozens of popular internet sites devoted to car insurance advice. Do your research. See what the best options are for you, and follow up on them. Other websites will generate quotes for you from multiple insurers. Using these sites is a great way to see how different companies compare. You'll save a great deal of money by taking your time and finding the insurance company that offers you the most affordable package.

    Almost every reputable company has a toll-free number you can call where you can talk to a representative. Don't be shy about using these numbers. If you have a question, call and ask. Any company that is worth considering should take the time to help you find out what you need to know. Plus, talking with a representative will give you a taste of how well a particular company treats their customers.

    Once you find an insurance provider that offers you a reasonable rate, be sure the company is reputable and the insurance package you are considering is worthwhile. Do a quick internet search and find out what people are saying about the company. Are you finding lots of negative comments? Are they treating their customers unfairly? Be sure the company of your choice has a good reputation. One company might seem like the best option because of its low price, but if they have poor customer service or have a policy of refusing claims, you may not be happy in the long run.

    Another important thing to consider when choosing a car insurance provider is what type of insurance you want. Different companies cater to different needs. Some serve people after a bargain. Others serve more demanding customers who are willing to spend more.

    Know what your needs are. Are you driving an aging economy car? Then you might not want a full coverage package that costs a lot of money. Consider buying liability-only insurance from a low-cost insurer. Are you driving a brand-new luxury automobile? Then find an upscale insurer that will give you top-to-bottom comprehensive coverage.

    Remember, nearly all provinces in Canada legally require drivers to have some form of auto insurance. Insurance is not to be taken lightly. Ignoring it altogether can cause you to get your car impounded, lose your driver's license or even be thrown in jail.

    Taking the time to buy car insurance from a reputable, quality insurance company can potentially save you thousands of dollars and lots of legal trouble.

    There is a lot of choice when it comes to picking an auto insurance provider. The biggest decision to be made is whether or not to utilize a broker, or to purchase insurance directly from an agent. The best solution is to get a lot of quotes before you make a decision.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2008/03/
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Tata Nano - Car For The Commons


    Tata Nano - Car for the Commons
    By Venkat Ramamurthy

    Ratan Tata has finally made it. The man, who dreamed big to make a small car has achieved it and gave the cynics a halt that predicted doom on the project. Major competitors wondered in awe, a feat they thought would remain in paper. However, as the expectations from the Indian middle classes soared, the opinions resonated with global sentiments on the need for an affordable car that would carry the common people. The light has ultimately shone with Tata Motors realizing the dream into reality.

    Tata Motors unveiled the Tata 'Nano', the cheapest car in the world at the Delhi Auto Expo, which was held recently in the Indian Capital city. There were mixed reactions among the global manufacturers with some looking at it with envy and some dismissing it to be yet another gimmick only to say, "Let's see how long it lasts". International Automobile giant Volkswagen was all praises for the car. All emotions taken into account, it was a red-letter day for Tata Motors, which entered the annals of history for having released the world's cheapest car.

    Ratan Tata drove the car to the podium amidst cheers and got down with a sense of satisfaction in his face. "A promise is a promise." Ratan Tata spoke these words, when reporters quizzed him how he could accomplish this task in the specified time with many price fluctuations in the meanwhile. Well, the Nano has been priced at US $2500, which by any means appeals to the masses and this is evident from the thronging of the public at Tata's marketing outlets. Despite many hurdles right from the politicization of the manufacturing facility at Singur, the car made its way to the public domain and was the cynosure of all eyes in the exhibition.

    Technical Parameters

    Nano is a two-cylinder driven car with an Engine capacity of 625 CC and a power of 33 BHP. The little wonder can travel up to 20 to 25 km per liter of petrol. The maximum speed it can cruise is 90 Km. The car is slated for release in Oct 2008 and comes in three colors viz. Red, Yellow and Silver.
    Small it may look albeit; it has not compromised on road safety. Nano has passed the necessary rigors of testing such as the 'Full Frontal Crash', a test that determines the impact strength of a car. It has complied with Euro-4 emission norms for environmental qualification tests, which establishes that the car has undergone conventional checks required to ensure a smooth and safe plying on the roads.

    People's sentiments

    People in India have already started bee lining in the showrooms to book the Nano. The reasons are more than encouraging, as the difference in price between Nano and other cars is wide. It also has struck a good balance in pricing when compared to motor bikes. What else would people require, when a small family of four can travel with comfort in a car, which offers them luxury and a status that was once considered the choice of the privileged.

    The adage 'Small is beautiful' fits very well for Tata Nano. The efforts by the 500-member team, which developed the Nano is by no means a nano effort, but certainly a mega one. Now the challenge rests with the government to widen the roads and provide proper infrastructure facilities for an efficient and safe plying of cars in general. This issue comes to the fore, since the fleet of cars will suddenly increase on roads due to advent of cheaper cars.

    There will be stiff competition among car manufacturers and one would vie with the other by slashing prices to keep pace with the market needs and competitive pricing for customers. The game has started. Now it is up to the government to keep the roads as fit as a fiddle and for the manufacturers to bring down the prices for a sustained share of their market.


    About the Author

    Venkat Ramamurthy is a Freelance Writer from India and writes on different topics. He has several published works to his credit. His maiden work 'One Indian's View of Diet: How Food Habits Can Make or Break a Person was published in 'The Positive Health' published from Portsmouth U.K. His travel articles 'Legacy of City of Pearls', 'The Seat of Nawabi Culture' and articles on social malice 'Far from Maddening Crowd', 'Operation Crush' were aired in the web portal hyderabadnews

    Venkat Ramamurthy's travel article Tranquebar- The Danish Connection can be viewed in http://www.worldpress.org in the Asia section.

    He writes for interlinkcity and was selected as their Favorite Freelancer for the month of December 07. He has started submitting articles for articlesfactory.
    He posts on health related information at http://food-health-lifestyle.blogspot.com
    His contact e-mail is caduvetimurthy@yahoo.com

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Surtees TS9

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GM Supplier Discount; GMS Employee Discount Explained

    I just wanted to write a short article to describe the difference between GMS Discount car pricing and supplier Discount car pricing when it comes to General Motors. Many will say this is simple, but I see the searches of those that are clearly confused.

    GM GMS Employee Discount Auto pricing is directly on the invoice of all new vehicles. This is what a GM Employee or a GM Retiree will pay for this vehicle. Please understand that this price does not include any incentives that may be available at that time. You will still qualify for low interest or rebate, whichever you choose to take. The price you purchase at is below invoice so don't try negotiating from that point, it cant be done. You can also use GMS on leasing as it will lower your lease or smart buy payment.

    GM Supplier discount is a complimentary discount given to suppliers of GM parts, accessories, etc. You may make a small component for a radio for a GM vehicle, but you may still qualify for GM Supplier discount. Fed Ex employees qualify to receive supplier pricing. This is a price that will also lower your initial cost of ownership whether you are purchasing, leasing, Smart-Buy, Smart-Lease, etc. You will still also receive any rebates and incentives. This only affects purchase price of the vehicle.

    Hope this helps to understand the difference between the two. Remember, with either discount program you still receive rebates and incentives unless it's on a new vehicle that is hard to get. Lets say the Pontiac G8, when it comes out there will be no supplier discount, no GMS discount, no discount at all because they are pre-selling. Also, when talking about pep cars which are promotional cars like the ones used in Memphis at the Fed Ex Golf Tournament, GM card earnings may be affected. Many customers wait until the last minute to say "I have GM card earnings." This does not affect us in any way, so I hope you do get GM Card Earnings, but let me know up front so I can make sure we are on a vehicle that qualifies. Pep units usually do not qualify for any additional savings such as GM Card Earnings.

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New Car Salesman Pranks and Jokes

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    A person just hired to be a car salesman that has never sold cars before is referred to as a Green-Pea. Where the word come from, I do not know! But, this is one prank played on the newbie or Green-Pea at my dealership.

    We wait until they have talked to at least one person. Lets say Mr Jones comes and looks at a new truck. We anxiously wait a few days and have a salesman that works at another car lot to call and ask for this new salesman. The newbie trips over themselves to answer the phone in anticipation of a sale. They are told that Mr Jones came and looked at a truck and he referred them to talk to them because of the way he was treated, even though he may not have purchased a car.

    Now it gets interesting. Lets say the salesman assisting with the prank says his name is Mr Smith. Mr Smith says he has twin daughters graduating with honors from college, high school, etc, or maybe a birthday. He requests that 2 vehicles that he knows we have on the lot, (because we told him which ones) be cleaned up and ready to show to his daughters. Mr Smith tells the new salesman that this is a done deal, he is coming to surprise his sweet daughters with their new cars. Now, the fun part. To make his daughters feel important, he wants the new salesman to have 2 balloons blown up and for the salesman to be holding them close to the street so he knows how to identify this person he has never met. Along with a sign saying "We are proud of you Missy and Misty." This will also make his sweet daughters feel important.

    The newbie is so excited that they tell everyone in the dealership they have 2 sales going out at such and such time. They eagerly blow balloons up and stand patiently waiting for Mr Smith to show. We usually wait, I mean Laugh, for about 45 minutes to an hour before we break the news that they have been punk'ed, I mean broke into being a car salesman. This usually follows with a very angry, hungry, naive, salesman that is almost ready to fight. But, it helps the day go by. So, if you see a salesman standing by the street holding balloons watching every passing car, laugh with us!

    Be sure and check out these other Car Salesman Jokes and Car Lot Humor;
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    Car Salesman; Day In The Life!
    Dirty Car Salesman JokeSource URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2008/03/
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Green Monster

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    Art Arfons in his home build Green Monster,taking the landspeed record in 1964.with a two way average of 536.71mph!


    American Muscle Press Release!
    American Muscle to Sponsor ECTA Land Speed Record Attempt


    American Muscle http://www.americanmuscle.com/ is helping to sponsor an attempt at the ECTA Land Speed
    Record for a Production Supercharged vehicle with a Stock Bottom End which is currently at
    186.853MPH from a standing mile. Attempting this feat will be the car's 73 year old owner Robert Self.
    The attempt will be made April 5‐6th, 2008 at the East Coast Timing Association (ECTA) in Maxton, North
    Carolina. On the ECTA's 1mile x 30ft abandoned runway track, Robert is looking to hit a cool 200‐
    210MPH and have room to stop.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2008/03/
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