Cash for Clunkers Continues Without the Cash

White House says Cash for Clunkers is still running, even if they don't have the money for it???

Source:White House Says Cash for Clunkers Is Up and Running

The White House insists the too-successful cash for clunkers program, despite running out of money, remains up and running Friday and will continue to operate through the weekend as the administration seeks additional funding for it.

White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs told reporters the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) program remained "up and continuing to run," according to Politico.com. For those intending to buy a car over the weekend, "the program will be in place," Gibbs said.

But Gibbs did say the administration is trying to find additional funding the program even as Congress recess for the August break. Congress reportedly is voting Friday on an additional $2 billion for CARS. An update is expected later in the day.

What happens if they spend another billion over the weekend? Even if Congress hasn't OK'd it?Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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Another $2 Billion for Cash For Clunkers?

Democrats are looking to add $2 billion to the Cash for Clunkers Bill.  And when that's gone in another eight days?

According to a Reuters report, legislators are working to put another $2 billion into the CARS program, a move that would keep the popular program ($1 billion in the first four official days of the program) alive. But if it took four days to spend $1 billion, will it take just another eight days to spend another 2?

The vote, if it comes, would come as early as Friday in the House. Since the House goes on recession late on Friday, it would have to.

The Senate would also have to approve the funds immediately.

The original intent was to provide $4 billion over a period of one year, but the program was cut back to 1 over 3 months. The money lasted four days.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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2010 Highlander Hybrid Price Remains the Same

Toyota announced the Highlander Hybrid for 2010 will be priced the same as a 2009 Highlander Hybrid.

The base MSRP price for the 2009 Highlander Hybrid ranged from $34,700 for the two-row, four-wheel drive with intelligence base model up to $41,020 for the three-row, four-wheel drive Limited model.

The 2010 Highlander gas model, which will be assembled at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana (TMMI) beginning in October, will have an available backup monitor on the multi-informational display for the Base grade V6, and a power tilt/slide moonroof for the Base grade four-cylinder. Highlander Hybrid carries over unchanged for 2010. The MSRP for the 2010 Highlander gas and hybrid models remains unchanged except for the Highlander Sport, which adds a stainless-steel exhaust tip and will increase $50. The base MSRP for the 2010 Highlander ranges from $25,705 for the base four-cylinder 2WD to $41,020 for the Limited 4WD hybrid model.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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Cash For Clunkers May be Done?

The Detroit Free Press is reporting the Cash for Clunkers program has been so successful that it may already be finished, four days after its official start.  It was supposed to last up to three months, but the government made it clear it would only last until the money was spent.


On Wednesday night, sources said the National Automobile Dealers Association surveyed its dealers to gauge how many Cash for Clunker transactions they had in the works. The average number of working deals for the 1,900 dealers who responded amounted to nearly 14 transactions, with more deals qualifying for the top $4,500 voucher than the $3,500 voucher. (Source; Edmunds AutoObserver)
$1 Billion, blown through in four days.  That's mind-blowing.

The big question may be what vehicles have been scrapped, and what cars have been put out on the road.  Autobytel looked at the vehicles being searched for on their site and came up with a list of trucks being checked for their eligibility:

1. Ford F-Series
2. Ford Explorer
3. Chevrolet C/K/Silverado
4. Jeep Grand Cherokee
5. Dodge Ram
6. Chevrolet Blazer
7. Jeep Cherokee
8. Dodge Grand Caravan (minivan)
9. Dodge Dakota
10. Ford Ranger

I hope the government puts some numbers out on what cars were bought using the taxpayers money. 

In the meantime, consumers and dealerships are starting to get worried.  What happens if the CARS program gets suspended, even though a dealership has already sold a new car?

Ken Czubay, Ford Motor Co.’s vice president of U.S. sales and marketing, said many Ford dealers are worried that they will be out thousands of dollars per car if they sell a vehicle to the consumer, disable the engine, and find out later the funding has been exhausted.
Oh, and remember the 'refresh' of the mileage data which forced some people who had already made the deal to suddenly lose out, when their 'clunker' went from 18 mpg to 19 mpg, making them ineligible?

Federal officials also said today that the government would honor any deal agreed to before changes made in a federal database of mileage figures last Friday.
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How-To: Install Miro 2.5.1 in Ubuntu 9.04 Jaunty Jackalope

Miro is a great application for watching videos and high-definition TV podcasts in Linux. The latest release is 2.5.1, a bug fix release for the 2.5 series, which has a faster start-up time, a new, revamped library interface, new keyboard shortcuts, a refined interface and lots of bug fixes. Miro is an awesome multimedia application, especially if you like watching videos at high quality.


Miro 2.5.1 in Ubuntu 9.04


By default, Ubuntu Jaunty comes with Miro 2.0, but the Miro project offers their own repositories for Ubuntu with the latest Miro packages, so you can easily fetch and install the latest release using the instructions below.

1. Edit the sources.list file
Edit the /etc/apt/sources.list file using your favourite text editor (e.g. sudo nano /etc/apt/sources.list or gksudo gedit /etc/apt/sources.list) and add the following line:

deb http://ftp.osuosl.org/pub/pculture.org/miro/linux/repositories/ubuntu jaunty/

2. Update the package lists
Type in a shell like GNOME Terminal:

sudo apt-get update

3. Remove your existing Miro
If you have an older version of Miro installed on your Ubuntu system, first remove it:

sudo apt-get remove --purge miro
sudo apt-get autoremove --purge

4. Install Miro 2.5.1
Type:

sudo apt-get install miro

This should do it. Miro 2.5.1 should be now properly installed and you can run it by typing Alt+F2 and writing miro in the run box that appears.

Alternately, here are instruction to install it the graphical way (applies for Ubuntu with GNOME):

Open System -> Administration -> Synaptic Package Manager. You will be asked for your user password upon opening Synaptic.

Next, in Synaptic go to the Settings -> Repositories menu, then click on the Third-Party Software tab in the window that pops up. Click the Add button and copy/paste the line below (it's the same line you would have added in the /etc/apt/sources.list file by hand):

deb http://ftp.osuosl.org/pub/pculture.org/miro/linux/repositories/ubuntu jaunty/


Click the Add Source button, close the window and then click the Reload button in the main Synaptic window.

Next, just search for Miro in the packages list in Synaptic, mark it for installation including its dependencies and you're ready to go.

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2010 Ford Mustang NASCAR Specifications

now for
2010 Ford Mustang NASCAR to race in Nationwide series



Ford Antagonism appear today that the Mustang, which hasn’t competed in NASCAR, will chase in the Nationwide alternation back Ford begins a bound rollout of its new car in 2010.
“We had been talking with NASCAR for some time about Mustang as allotment of its eyes for a ‘muscle car’ rollout for the Nationwide Series. We both saw it as a way of appropriate the alternation from Sprint Cup,” said Brian Wolfe, administrator of Ford North America Motorsports. “We admired the idea, so we jumped on the adventitious to extend Mustang’s antagonism bequest to a new alternation extensive a huge and loyal audience.
The Mustang’s motorsports history includes abounding types of antagonism including drag, road, afloat - but this will be Mustang’s aboriginal actualization in any NASCAR series.
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2010 Ford Mustang NASCAR Specifications

now for
2010 Ford Mustang NASCAR to race in Nationwide series



Ford Antagonism appear today that the Mustang, which hasn’t competed in NASCAR, will chase in the Nationwide alternation back Ford begins a bound rollout of its new car in 2010.
“We had been talking with NASCAR for some time about Mustang as allotment of its eyes for a ‘muscle car’ rollout for the Nationwide Series. We both saw it as a way of appropriate the alternation from Sprint Cup,” said Brian Wolfe, administrator of Ford North America Motorsports. “We admired the idea, so we jumped on the adventitious to extend Mustang’s antagonism bequest to a new alternation extensive a huge and loyal audience.
The Mustang’s motorsports history includes abounding types of antagonism including drag, road, afloat - but this will be Mustang’s aboriginal actualization in any NASCAR series.
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House Bill Will Set Aside Half a Billion a Year For Research into Hybrids, Batteries, and Other Alternatives

House Committee on Science and Technology unanimously approved a $550 million bill (H.R. 3246) that begins in 2010 and would grow to $590 million by 2014 to fund research, development, demonstration, and commercial application of vehicles and related technologies.  Another $200 million, again increasing each year to $240 million in 2014, would go to Medium and Heavy Duty Commercial Vehicles.  Another $35 million, decreasing down to $15 million by 2014,  would go to user facilities and $20 million is being set for three years running (2010-2012) to a non-road pilot program.

The funds will go towards the Energy Dept for conducting research on advanced vehicle technologies, including batteries and storage devices, hydrogen fuel cells, engines and communications. It would also provide support for construction and modification of new vehicle, engine, and component research and testing facilities.

The intention of the bill would be to provide for a program of research, development, demonstration and commercial application in vehicle technologies at the Department of Energy (DOE) with a goal of reducing or eliminating petroleum fuel use and their associated emissions. The bill highlights critical research needs and emphasizes needs in medium- to heavy-duty commercial vehicles.

This legislation will help ensure the vehicles of the future are built in the U.S., creating new jobs here at home,” said bill author Rep. Gary Peters (D-MI). “To sufficiently transition our transportation sector off of foreign oil, we must develop more fuel efficient passenger vehicles and commercial trucks. The Advanced Vehicle Technology Act will help America take a major step toward energy independence.”

General Motors Co., Chrysler Group LLC and Ford Motor Co. endorsed the bill, as did the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association and many major auto suppliers. (Source: DetNews)

"Development of advanced technologies for both heavy-duty trucks and passenger vehicles is a worthwhile national investment and requires a coordinated effort at the federal level," said Charles G. "Chip" McClure; chairman, CEO and president of auto supplier ArvinMeritor, Inc.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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Ferrari 458 Italia New WALLPAPER AND REVIEW

Ferrari 458 Italia New





italian manufacture launched Ferrari 458 Italia New WALLPAPER AND REVIEW 458 Italia, it is the two-seater mid-rear engined berlinetta,this Ferrar is the latest addition to the Prancing Horse's history. Ferrari 458 Italia is expected to be unveiled at the upcoming 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show. The result of the Ferrari engineers’ endeavours can be summed up in to two simple statistics which together perfectly encapsulate the Ferrari 458 Italia’s exceptional performance: 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 3.4 seconds and a maximum speed in excess of 325 km/h.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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Ferrari 458 Italia New WALLPAPER AND REVIEW

Ferrari 458 Italia New





italian manufacture launched Ferrari 458 Italia New WALLPAPER AND REVIEW 458 Italia, it is the two-seater mid-rear engined berlinetta,this Ferrar is the latest addition to the Prancing Horse's history. Ferrari 458 Italia is expected to be unveiled at the upcoming 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show. The result of the Ferrari engineers’ endeavours can be summed up in to two simple statistics which together perfectly encapsulate the Ferrari 458 Italia’s exceptional performance: 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 3.4 seconds and a maximum speed in excess of 325 km/h.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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Citroen Hypnos Concept Car Reviews

This is Citroen Hypnos concept, and it been announced by Citroen company , and will be premiered at the 2008 Paris Motor Show.what a beautiful car concept

Citroen style namely Hypnos concept car is being to merge the space of an SUV with the vitality of a coupe and also with the elegance of a saloon. This is Citroen Hypnos concept is Powered by a 200 bhp (147 kW) engine, Citroen Hypnos concept will delivers a 4.5 l/100 km fuel consumption and a 120 g/km CO2 emissions level.

Citroen Hypnos concept interior’s is aiming to make the technology more approachable by humans. More Citroen Hypnos concept’s photos and detailed informations will be available soon when it’s closer to the premiere date.

Citroen Hypnos Concept Car
The special hybrid technology used on Hypnos highlights Citroen’s commitment to the environment and shows once again that this strong ecological focus is always accompanied by driving thrills and efficiency. With its 200 bhp (147 kW) engine, Hypnos combines dynamic performance with low fuel consumption and emissions (4.5 l/100 km and 120 g/km of CO2).

Illustrating the advantages of hybrid technology through a high-tech approach, Citroen has designed a beautifully proportioned coupe with bold styling.
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Citroen Hypnos Concept Car Reviews

This is Citroen Hypnos concept, and it been announced by Citroen company , and will be premiered at the 2008 Paris Motor Show.what a beautiful car concept

Citroen style namely Hypnos concept car is being to merge the space of an SUV with the vitality of a coupe and also with the elegance of a saloon. This is Citroen Hypnos concept is Powered by a 200 bhp (147 kW) engine, Citroen Hypnos concept will delivers a 4.5 l/100 km fuel consumption and a 120 g/km CO2 emissions level.

Citroen Hypnos concept interior’s is aiming to make the technology more approachable by humans. More Citroen Hypnos concept’s photos and detailed informations will be available soon when it’s closer to the premiere date.

Citroen Hypnos Concept Car
The special hybrid technology used on Hypnos highlights Citroen’s commitment to the environment and shows once again that this strong ecological focus is always accompanied by driving thrills and efficiency. With its 200 bhp (147 kW) engine, Hypnos combines dynamic performance with low fuel consumption and emissions (4.5 l/100 km and 120 g/km of CO2).

Illustrating the advantages of hybrid technology through a high-tech approach, Citroen has designed a beautifully proportioned coupe with bold styling.
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MB Slot Ferrari 430 Challenge kits and RTR's

New Ferrari F430's at REH Distributors in Cincy this week.
BBR SL002/A Ferrari F430 Challenge RTR Limited Edition Retail $105.99 (very limited quantity)
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BMW F1 video - press conference

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Schumacher returns!!!!!!!!!

From SpeedTv.com it's official!

Michael Schumacher has returned to Formula 1 for Ferrari in place of Massa.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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Toyota is Answering Your Questions

Toyota representatives are answering questions all week long at the guardian in the UK.  Although there is some European slant on some of the questions and answers, the answers are interesting and thoughtful.  For instance, when asked about diesel-hybrids, the reps from Toyota have some good points to make:


Hybrid technology can be applied to diesel and we actually sell a diesel hybrid truck in Japan. The main reasons we do not have a diesel passenger car are:
- Technical: Vibrations on a diesel engine are much stronger during starting and stopping than for a petrol engine. This would make the switch from electric drive to engine drive less comfortable and not ideal for a passenger car. This is less essential in a commercial vehicle which is why we sell diesel hybrid in a small truck in Japan.
- Environmental: Diesel engines cannot achieve the same low particulate emission level as petrol engines, for example NOx is still considerably higher than with petrol engines. This means a petrol hybrid is better for air quality issues as well as low CO2 emissions.
- Cost: A diesel engine is more expensive than a petrol engine to manufacture, even before you add addition components (turbos, catalysts). So a diesel hybrid would be more expensive and not as clean overall.
I've never thought of the vibration detail, so that's something new. The Toyota reps are also face the whole environmental impact of building a hybrid.

Over its lifetime, a Prius emits 37% less CO2 than a similarly sized, UK-built petrol vehicle (with a conventional 2-litre engine) and 47% less NOx than a diesel vehicle.

The short video in the attached link explains the environmental impact of Prius over its entire lifecycle. It also includes information about the recycling of the battery:

http://blog.toyota.co.uk/prius-life-cycle-video
Want to know more about the future of lithium-ions?  What's coming next from Toyota?  What you can expect from Toyota hybrids?  Or just make a comment about how you're car already gets XXX mpg, why do I need a hybrid?  (These are some of the questions or issues already raised).  Or do you want to know something else?  Go get your questions in while you can.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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BMW leaves F1

The BMW Group will not continue its Formula One campaign after the end of the 2009 season. Resources freed up as a result are to be dedicated to the development of new drive technologies and projects in the field of sustainability. BMW will continue to be actively involved in other motor sports series. The landmark decision to restructure BMW Motorsport’s activities was made at the Board of Management’s meeting yesterday.

“Of course, this was a difficult decision for us. But it’s a resolute step in view of our company's strategic realignment," explained Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG. “Premium will increasingly be defined in terms of sustainability and environmental compatibility. This is an area in which we want to remain in the lead. In line with our Strategy Number ONE, we are continually reviewing all projects and initiatives to check them for future viability and sustainability. Our Formula One campaign is thus less a key promoter for us. Mario Theissen has been in charge of our motor sports program since 1999. We have scored a large number of successes in this period, including some in Formula One racing. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mario Theissen and his team for this,” said, Reithofer.

Dr. Klaus Draeger, the member of the Board of Management responsible for development, said: “It only took us three years to establish ourselves as a top team with the BMW Sauber F1 Team. Unfortunately, we were unable to meet expectations in the current season. Nevertheless, our ten years of Formula One experience have had a major impact on our development engineers. We have racing to thank for numerous technological innovations as well as the competitive spirit that drives us to develop mass-produced cars.” Possible redundancies in Munich and Hinwil cannot be quantified at present. Says Draeger: “Since we only made this decision yesterday, we cannot provide any more precise information. We will develop and assess various scenarios and do our best to find a solution for the employees in Hinwil and the staff members involved in the Formula One project in Munich. We are aware of the responsibility we shoulder and will inform the staff as soon as we can make a clear statement."

Says BMW Motorsport director Dr. Mario Theissen: “Of course, we, the employees in Hinwil and Munich, would all have liked to continue this ambitious campaign and show that this season was just a hiccup following three successful years. But I can understand why this decision was made from a corporate perspective. We will now focus sharply on the remaining races and demonstrate our fighting spirit and put in a good result as we bid farewell to Formula One racing.”

BMW will continue its programs in a number of motor sports series: BMW will appear on the starting grid in the touring car series and young driver promotion program in Formula BMW. This will be supplemented by BMW’s participation in ALMS, the American Le Mans Series, endurance races and close-to-production customer sports. Furthermore, BMW Motorrad Motorsport will continue its campaigns, with the super bike world championship leading the way.
BMW looks back on a long track record of success in the field of motor sports:
BMW achieved eight Formula One victories from 1982 to 1985 with Brabham. In 1983, BMW won the driver’s championship with Nelson Piquet (Brabham BMW). The last win with the legendary turbo engine followed with Benetton in 1986. Ten victories were scored during the partnership with Williams (2000-2005). BMW had a total of 19 grand prix wins and 33 pole positions before the BMW Sauber F1 Team era.

In its debut season in 2006, the newly established BMW Sauber F1 Team wound up fifth in the constructor’s championship. In 2007, the German-Swiss team came in second after McLaren-Mercedes’ exclusion from the points standings. The 2008 season saw the team in the hunt for the world championship until the end of the season, winding up third. Polish-born Robert Kubica achieved the first and hitherto only GP victory in Canada on June 8, 2008. So far, the BMW Sauber F1 Team has taken one pole position (Kubica in Bahrain in 2008) and 16 podium finishes. The BMW Sauber F1 Team occupies the eighth spot in the manufacturer’s standings in the season presently underway.

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Red Hot Cool Car

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This is one awesome cool car! I wish I could say it was mine, but it is not. I can always wish though. Props to whoever owns this flaming Hot Car!!!
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Powerslot Lola's

These two Powerslot Lola's have arrived in the US at REH Distributors.

86965 Lola T-298 Repsol
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Smith Newtons Roll Out to Fortune 500 Companies

AT&T, Coca-Cola, Staples, Frito-Lay, PG&E, and KCP&L were all presented with the keys to their all new Smith Newtons, the world's largest commercially available battery-electric powered truck on the National Mall.  Missouri Senator Kit Bond attended the ceremony.

"The next generation electric vehicles Smith is producing demonstrates exactly the kind of technology we need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and end our dependence on foreign oil," Senator Bond said. "Missouri is a growing leader in exciting new battery technology making it an ideal partner for all-electric vehicle manufacturing."

"AT&T, Coca-Cola Enterprises, Frito-Lay, KCP&L, PG&E and Staples are demonstrating their commitment to environmental sustainability and green fleet vehicle technologies that will drive the future of the automotive industry," said Bryan Hansel, CEO of Smith. "As more depot-based truck fleet operators come on board and adopt all-electric vehicles, battery technology will advance and manufacturing costs will be driven down, spurring new growth in the commercial electric vehicle industry, creating new high-tech jobs, and reducing fuel emissions and our dependency on foreign oil."

"AT&T is committed to minimizing dependence on imported sources of fuel and exploring new automotive technologies to reduce our environmental impact," said Jerome Webber, Vice President of Fleet Operations. "This type of truck can help us accomplish both by further decreasing our emissions and increasing our fuel savings."

AT&T will use the truck primarily to transport cargo to various AT&T locations within its service territory.  AT&T will assess the repair and maintenance costs associated with an electric battery vehicle, maximum and average mile range between charges, energy costs to operate an all electric vehicle, acceleration and performance of the truck and driver feedback on the overall performance.
 
The Smith Newton, the plug-in electric vehicle, has a top speed of 50 mph and a range of 100 miles. It can carry a payload of over 16,000 lbs.
 Smith Newton Truck Specifications:

• Motor - 120 kw Induction Motor
• Battery - Lithium-Ion Batteries Payload - 7,392 lbs to 16,280 lbs
• Gross Vehicle Weight - 16,535 lbs, 23,148 lbs or 26,455 lbs
• Range - In excess of 100 miles (one battery charge)
• Top Speed - 50 mph
• On-board Battery Charger
• Full Battery Recharge - 6 to 8 hours
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Toyota Plans a Low Cost Compact Hybrid 'Yaris'

Toyota is looking to sell a hybrid compact at a lower price (under $16,000) starting in late 2011 according to the Asahi newspaper (via Reuters). That's well under the $20K the Honda Insight costs today, the lowest priced hybrid sold in the US or in Japan.

The Toyota compact hybrid will be based on the Yaris platform, with a 'new cost competitive and fuel-efficient hybrid system.'

According to the report, the new compact hybrid would be produced in France and Japan. It's unclear if it would make it to the US.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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Cash For Clunkers Worries

Be careful if you attempt to use the Cash for Clunkers Program.

Another Cash for Clunker Glitch: Mileage Ratings Change, Disqualifying Some Deals - Auto Observer

Edmunds.com learned of the EPA's mileage rating changes over the weekend from consumers who had checked their trade-ins' combined mileage rating as recently as last Thursday to make sure the vehicle qualified. They then discovered while shopping for a new vehicle over the weekend that they no longer qualified because of the EPA's mileage ratings refresh.

A few examples brought to Edmunds.com's attention by shoppers through its forums are a 1993 Camry station wagon with a V6 engine, a 1988 Toyota 4Runner and a 1992 Saab 900S. Initially each had a combined mileage rating of 18 mpg so they qualified as clunkers, but their "refreshed" rating came in at 19 mpg, so they ended up not qualifying.

AutoObserver.com has contacted the EPA for an explanation of the mileage ratings refreshed: no response yet.
I wonder what the government will do if a week from now, they attempt another 'refresh' of the data? Who's going to pay if someone trades in this week, but finds out they don't qualify next week?

This is the second big issue the program has faced. The first day the program was open for registration, the website crashed. High interest from dealers wanting to register forced the government to split the consumer site from the dealer site.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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New Avant Slot Peugeot 908 HDi #8

Criccrac.com is showing the new Avant Slot Peugeot 908 HDi from LeMans 2008, the blue and black No.8. at this link.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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Nissan EV Versa Prototype (EV-11)

this is Nissan EV Versa Prototype (EV-11) .Nissan has been quite vocal about its electric-vehicle ambitions. Along with the announcement of its new electric-vehicle platform this morning, Nissan launched a mini-site focused around the launch of its first electric-car scheduled to make its debut on August 2nd. The site shows a teaser of what we can expect to see when Nissan shows the new electric-car, which will hit the U.S. and Japanese markets in 2010.

While this morning we saw Nissan’s new electric-vehicle platform as a Versa-based prototype, the all-electric vehicle scheduled to debut in 2010 will have a unique design and body.

Nissan says that the in-house developed electric-motor will help the car produce a total of 107-hp with a driving range of more than 99 miles on a single charge.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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Nissan EV Versa Prototype (EV-11)

this is Nissan EV Versa Prototype (EV-11) .Nissan has been quite vocal about its electric-vehicle ambitions. Along with the announcement of its new electric-vehicle platform this morning, Nissan launched a mini-site focused around the launch of its first electric-car scheduled to make its debut on August 2nd. The site shows a teaser of what we can expect to see when Nissan shows the new electric-car, which will hit the U.S. and Japanese markets in 2010.

While this morning we saw Nissan’s new electric-vehicle platform as a Versa-based prototype, the all-electric vehicle scheduled to debut in 2010 will have a unique design and body.

Nissan says that the in-house developed electric-motor will help the car produce a total of 107-hp with a driving range of more than 99 miles on a single charge.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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The unibody 2011 Ford Explorer

The unibody 2011 Ford Explorer, based on the D3 platform used on the new 2010 Ford Taurus, will go into production in 2010 at the company’s Torrence Avenue plant. Expect an EcoBoost model to follow after the standard gasoline engine choices make their debut.

Sales of the Explorer have seen a drastic decline since the model’s popularity in the 1990s. In its peak year in 1999, FoMoCo sold 507,091 Explorers and 49,281 Mountaineers.

In 2008, sales of the Explorer declined to a staggering 78,439, while Mountaineer sales were 10,596. Both nameplates are down more than 50 percent so far in 2009.

- By: The Daily Auto Editor
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The unibody 2011 Ford Explorer

The unibody 2011 Ford Explorer, based on the D3 platform used on the new 2010 Ford Taurus, will go into production in 2010 at the company’s Torrence Avenue plant. Expect an EcoBoost model to follow after the standard gasoline engine choices make their debut.

Sales of the Explorer have seen a drastic decline since the model’s popularity in the 1990s. In its peak year in 1999, FoMoCo sold 507,091 Explorers and 49,281 Mountaineers.

In 2008, sales of the Explorer declined to a staggering 78,439, while Mountaineer sales were 10,596. Both nameplates are down more than 50 percent so far in 2009.

- By: The Daily Auto Editor
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NEW video Gear pins 2009 Nissan 370Z against 2009 BMW Z4

this is battle between two big manufacturer

Refresher:

2009 BMW Z4 sDrive35i: Power comes from a 3.0L twin-turbo inline-6 engine that makes a total of 306-hp. 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds when mated to a manual transmission and 5 seconds flat when mated to the new 7-speed dual-clutch automatic with paddle shifters.
2009 Nissan 370Z: Power comes from a 3.7L VQ37VHR engine making 332-hp. Mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox that will allow for a 0 to 60 mph time in the low 4.7 seconds.

Wonder how fast The Stig lapped the Top Gear lap or which one Clarkson liked better? Make the jump for the video to find out.Source URL: http://ashesgarrett.blogspot.com/2009/07/
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NEW video Gear pins 2009 Nissan 370Z against 2009 BMW Z4

this is battle between two big manufacturer

Refresher:

2009 BMW Z4 sDrive35i: Power comes from a 3.0L twin-turbo inline-6 engine that makes a total of 306-hp. 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds when mated to a manual transmission and 5 seconds flat when mated to the new 7-speed dual-clutch automatic with paddle shifters.
2009 Nissan 370Z: Power comes from a 3.7L VQ37VHR engine making 332-hp. Mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox that will allow for a 0 to 60 mph time in the low 4.7 seconds.

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Ener1 Lithium-ion Battery System

First Integrated Platform of Its Kind Offers Quick, Cost-Effective Solution Scalable to Suit Wide Range of Vehicle Applications
Ener1 Lithium-ion Battery System
NEW YORK, July 27 -- A new, fully integrated electric drive train developed by electric vehicle pioneer, Think, and powered by a lithium-ion battery system made by U.S.-based EnerDel (subsidiary of Ener1, Inc. Nasdaq: HEV), has been delivered to Japan Post via Zero Sports. Zero Sports of Japan has been selected by Japan Post as one of the conversion partners for delivering vehicles as part of a comprehensive on-road testing program which has been fast-tracked by the Japan Postal Service to electrify their fleet of 22,000 delivery vehicles. With the support of strategic partner ITOCHU Corporation, who organized this project, Ener1 provided engineering support on the delivery of the first two postal service vehicles to Japan Post via Zero Sports.

The drivetrain is being used to convert a gasoline -powered truck to run entirely on electric drive. The real -life data will be shared with other major users and potential customers of electric vehicles, including other postal fleets in Europe and the Americas.

Initially developed for the Th!nk City electric car, the complete system is the first of its kind to provide off-the-shelf availability combined with made-to-order performance in a wide variety of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and electric vehicle (EV) applications.

"The ability to deliver a fully integrated, road-ready package that can be quickly tailored to suit a wide range of vehicle solutions is a major step forward for both of our companies," said Ener1 Chairman and CEO Charles Gassenheimer. "By significantly reducing time-to-market for our customers and meeting accelerated production milestones has opened up avenues of opportunity in exciting new programs. We are happy to be able to announce one such program today."

The new technology platform being utilized for this program unites Think's industry-leading EV drive system with EnerDel's award-winning lithium-ion battery technology. A spin-out of Ford Motor Company in 2003, Think Global has more than 18 years' experience in producing environmentally friendly vehicles. The two companies began an active partnership in 2007, with EnerDel developing a 26-kWh battery system for the Th!nk City vehicle, the first pure electric vehicle of its kind to use the next- generation technology.

"We have seen growing interest in supplying Think's proprietary EV drive system to third parties, a significant new business line and revenue opportunity," said Think Global CEO Richard Canny. "Our long standing relationship with EnerDel has culminated in one of the most advanced battery electric drive train systems in the world, producing reliable, high performance systems, which are both cost-effective and highly adaptable."

The Japan Postal Service is currently converting 25 percent of its fleet of combustion engine vehicles to electric drive as part of a government push to accelerate market adoption and infrastructure development for electric drive vehicles. It is anticipated that federal fleets across the world will be soon to follow their example. Initially they will develop a fleet of pure electric vehicles for testing in general business and sales use in the Kanagawa and Tokyo Prefectures, where the two conversion vehicles are currently undergoing on road testing. A picture of the vehicle may be viewed at http://tinyurl.com/meauur.

"Asia has long pioneered the future of electric drive, and Japan in particular has been a global leader in advancing its adoption," Gassenheimer said. "We are pleased to be working on such a high-profile project, and excited to be contributing EnerDel's proprietary lithium-ion battery technology designed and produced here in America. Working alongside our European partner Think, this has become a valuable global enterprise."

ITOCHU Corporation, a multi-billion dollar Japanese trading company and seed investor in Ener1 has been instrumental in expanding the Ener1 and Think commercial presence in Japan through its broad sales and marketing network. Ener1 is also partnering with Kyushu Electric Power ("KEPCO"), one of the largest public power and utility companies in Japan to create and manufacture rapid recharging systems for electric vehicles.

About Ener1, Inc.:

Ener1 develops and manufactures compact, high performance lithium-ion batteries to power the next generation of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and pure electric vehicles. The publicly traded company is led by an experienced team of engineers and energy system experts at its EnerDel subsidiary located in Indiana. In addition to the automobile market, applications for Ener1 lithium-ion battery technology include the military, grid storage and other growing markets.

Ener1 also develops commercial fuel cell products through its EnerFuel subsidiary and nanotechnology-based materials and manufacturing processes for batteries and other applications through its NanoEner subsidiary.

About Th!nk:

TH!NK was established in Norway in 1991 and designs, develops, manufactures and markets environmentally friendly vehicles and technologies designed to be smart, flexible and to deliver state-of-the-art and safe urban mobility solutions. The TH!NK City is the company's latest generation EV, and offers a range of 180km per charge and a top speed of 100 km/h.

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Ener1 Lithium-ion Battery System

First Integrated Platform of Its Kind Offers Quick, Cost-Effective Solution Scalable to Suit Wide Range of Vehicle Applications
Ener1 Lithium-ion Battery System
NEW YORK, July 27 -- A new, fully integrated electric drive train developed by electric vehicle pioneer, Think, and powered by a lithium-ion battery system made by U.S.-based EnerDel (subsidiary of Ener1, Inc. Nasdaq: HEV), has been delivered to Japan Post via Zero Sports. Zero Sports of Japan has been selected by Japan Post as one of the conversion partners for delivering vehicles as part of a comprehensive on-road testing program which has been fast-tracked by the Japan Postal Service to electrify their fleet of 22,000 delivery vehicles. With the support of strategic partner ITOCHU Corporation, who organized this project, Ener1 provided engineering support on the delivery of the first two postal service vehicles to Japan Post via Zero Sports.

The drivetrain is being used to convert a gasoline -powered truck to run entirely on electric drive. The real -life data will be shared with other major users and potential customers of electric vehicles, including other postal fleets in Europe and the Americas.

Initially developed for the Th!nk City electric car, the complete system is the first of its kind to provide off-the-shelf availability combined with made-to-order performance in a wide variety of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and electric vehicle (EV) applications.

"The ability to deliver a fully integrated, road-ready package that can be quickly tailored to suit a wide range of vehicle solutions is a major step forward for both of our companies," said Ener1 Chairman and CEO Charles Gassenheimer. "By significantly reducing time-to-market for our customers and meeting accelerated production milestones has opened up avenues of opportunity in exciting new programs. We are happy to be able to announce one such program today."

The new technology platform being utilized for this program unites Think's industry-leading EV drive system with EnerDel's award-winning lithium-ion battery technology. A spin-out of Ford Motor Company in 2003, Think Global has more than 18 years' experience in producing environmentally friendly vehicles. The two companies began an active partnership in 2007, with EnerDel developing a 26-kWh battery system for the Th!nk City vehicle, the first pure electric vehicle of its kind to use the next- generation technology.

"We have seen growing interest in supplying Think's proprietary EV drive system to third parties, a significant new business line and revenue opportunity," said Think Global CEO Richard Canny. "Our long standing relationship with EnerDel has culminated in one of the most advanced battery electric drive train systems in the world, producing reliable, high performance systems, which are both cost-effective and highly adaptable."

The Japan Postal Service is currently converting 25 percent of its fleet of combustion engine vehicles to electric drive as part of a government push to accelerate market adoption and infrastructure development for electric drive vehicles. It is anticipated that federal fleets across the world will be soon to follow their example. Initially they will develop a fleet of pure electric vehicles for testing in general business and sales use in the Kanagawa and Tokyo Prefectures, where the two conversion vehicles are currently undergoing on road testing. A picture of the vehicle may be viewed at http://tinyurl.com/meauur.

"Asia has long pioneered the future of electric drive, and Japan in particular has been a global leader in advancing its adoption," Gassenheimer said. "We are pleased to be working on such a high-profile project, and excited to be contributing EnerDel's proprietary lithium-ion battery technology designed and produced here in America. Working alongside our European partner Think, this has become a valuable global enterprise."

ITOCHU Corporation, a multi-billion dollar Japanese trading company and seed investor in Ener1 has been instrumental in expanding the Ener1 and Think commercial presence in Japan through its broad sales and marketing network. Ener1 is also partnering with Kyushu Electric Power ("KEPCO"), one of the largest public power and utility companies in Japan to create and manufacture rapid recharging systems for electric vehicles.

About Ener1, Inc.:

Ener1 develops and manufactures compact, high performance lithium-ion batteries to power the next generation of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and pure electric vehicles. The publicly traded company is led by an experienced team of engineers and energy system experts at its EnerDel subsidiary located in Indiana. In addition to the automobile market, applications for Ener1 lithium-ion battery technology include the military, grid storage and other growing markets.

Ener1 also develops commercial fuel cell products through its EnerFuel subsidiary and nanotechnology-based materials and manufacturing processes for batteries and other applications through its NanoEner subsidiary.

About Th!nk:

TH!NK was established in Norway in 1991 and designs, develops, manufactures and markets environmentally friendly vehicles and technologies designed to be smart, flexible and to deliver state-of-the-art and safe urban mobility solutions. The TH!NK City is the company's latest generation EV, and offers a range of 180km per charge and a top speed of 100 km/h.

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2010 Ford Mustang AV-X10 wallpaper

ngine Location Front
Drive Type Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis Unitized steel
Production Years for Series 2010
Weight 3552 lbs | 1611.2 kg

Engine
Engine Configuration V
90-degree
Cylinders 8
Aspiration/Induction Supercharged
Roots-type
Displacement 330.00 CU IN. | 5408.7 cc. | 5.4 L.
Valves 32 valves.
4 valves per cylinder.
Valvetrain DOHC
Horsepower 540.00 BHP (397.4 KW)
Torque 694.00 NM (511.7 Ft-Lbs)
HP to Weight Ratio 6.6 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio)
HP / Liter 100.0 BHP / Liter
Redline 6250
Compression Ratio 8.4:1
Fuel Feed Fuel Injected
Block Cast-iron
Head Aluminum
Vehicles with similar horsepower and weight

Standard Transmission
Gears 5
Transmission Manual
Tremec T-5
Final Drive 3.31:1

Optional Transmission

Dimensions
Cargo Volume 13.10 cu. ft.
Passenger Volume 84.701 cu. ft.
Towing Capacity 1000.001 lbs
Seating Capacity 4
Doors 2
Produced 1
Exterior
Length 187.601 in | 4765.1 mm.
Width 73.901 in | 1877.1 mm.
Height 55.401 in | 1407.2 mm.
Wheelbase 107.101 in | 2720.4 mm.
Front Track 62.401 in | 1585 mm.
Rear Track 63.001 in | 1600.2 mm.
Interior
Front Headroom 38.601 in | 980.5 mm.
Rear Headroom 34.701 in | 881.4 mm.
Front Legroom 42.701 in | 1084.6 mm.
Rear Legroom 30.301 in | 769.6 mm.
Front Hip Room 53.61 in | 1361.7 mm.
Rear Hip Room 46.81 in | 1189 mm.
Front Shoulder Room 55.401 in | 1407.2 mm.
Rear Shoulder Room 53.401 in | 1356.4 mm.
Vehicles with similar dimensions

Suspension
Suspension Front : Reverse-L independent MacPherson strut, 28.6-mm tubular stabilizer bar

Rear : 3-link solid axle with coil springs and Panhard rod

Steering
Rack and Pinion with Power Assist
Steering Overall Ratio 15.7:1
Turning Circle 33.401 ft

Brakes
Front Brake Size 293.001 mm | 11.5 in.
Rear Brake Size 300.001 mm | 11.8 in.

Tires / Wheels
Wheels 19-inch

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2010 Ford Mustang AV-X10 wallpaper

ngine Location Front
Drive Type Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis Unitized steel
Production Years for Series 2010
Weight 3552 lbs | 1611.2 kg

Engine
Engine Configuration V
90-degree
Cylinders 8
Aspiration/Induction Supercharged
Roots-type
Displacement 330.00 CU IN. | 5408.7 cc. | 5.4 L.
Valves 32 valves.
4 valves per cylinder.
Valvetrain DOHC
Horsepower 540.00 BHP (397.4 KW)
Torque 694.00 NM (511.7 Ft-Lbs)
HP to Weight Ratio 6.6 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio)
HP / Liter 100.0 BHP / Liter
Redline 6250
Compression Ratio 8.4:1
Fuel Feed Fuel Injected
Block Cast-iron
Head Aluminum
Vehicles with similar horsepower and weight

Standard Transmission
Gears 5
Transmission Manual
Tremec T-5
Final Drive 3.31:1

Optional Transmission

Dimensions
Cargo Volume 13.10 cu. ft.
Passenger Volume 84.701 cu. ft.
Towing Capacity 1000.001 lbs
Seating Capacity 4
Doors 2
Produced 1
Exterior
Length 187.601 in | 4765.1 mm.
Width 73.901 in | 1877.1 mm.
Height 55.401 in | 1407.2 mm.
Wheelbase 107.101 in | 2720.4 mm.
Front Track 62.401 in | 1585 mm.
Rear Track 63.001 in | 1600.2 mm.
Interior
Front Headroom 38.601 in | 980.5 mm.
Rear Headroom 34.701 in | 881.4 mm.
Front Legroom 42.701 in | 1084.6 mm.
Rear Legroom 30.301 in | 769.6 mm.
Front Hip Room 53.61 in | 1361.7 mm.
Rear Hip Room 46.81 in | 1189 mm.
Front Shoulder Room 55.401 in | 1407.2 mm.
Rear Shoulder Room 53.401 in | 1356.4 mm.
Vehicles with similar dimensions

Suspension
Suspension Front : Reverse-L independent MacPherson strut, 28.6-mm tubular stabilizer bar

Rear : 3-link solid axle with coil springs and Panhard rod

Steering
Rack and Pinion with Power Assist
Steering Overall Ratio 15.7:1
Turning Circle 33.401 ft

Brakes
Front Brake Size 293.001 mm | 11.5 in.
Rear Brake Size 300.001 mm | 11.8 in.

Tires / Wheels
Wheels 19-inch

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2009 Lexus IS-F Police Car

This is the precisious car, so exlucif, The Police in Humberside has received a new Lexus IS-F Police Car. Specially trained officers spent 12 months evaluating a number of high performance vehicles that are set to replace the current Subarus which have proved highly successful in enabling the
Roads Crime Section to target organized criminals in the area. Following a stringent evaluation process the decision was taken to purchase the Lexus IS-F after the vehicle proved to be exceptionally capable of remaining stable in high speed operational policing environments, despite carrying the extra weight provided by the £30,000 worth of on-board computers and communications equipment.

The Lexus IS-F Police Car has a performance tuned 5.0-litre V8 engine capable of reaching 62mph in 4.8 seconds and a top speed electronically limited to 168 mph and was supplied by Steve Kelly, Centre Principal at Lexus Hull who has been working closely with the Humberside police regarding the sale.
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2009 Lexus IS-F Police Car

This is the precisious car, so exlucif, The Police in Humberside has received a new Lexus IS-F Police Car. Specially trained officers spent 12 months evaluating a number of high performance vehicles that are set to replace the current Subarus which have proved highly successful in enabling the
Roads Crime Section to target organized criminals in the area. Following a stringent evaluation process the decision was taken to purchase the Lexus IS-F after the vehicle proved to be exceptionally capable of remaining stable in high speed operational policing environments, despite carrying the extra weight provided by the £30,000 worth of on-board computers and communications equipment.

The Lexus IS-F Police Car has a performance tuned 5.0-litre V8 engine capable of reaching 62mph in 4.8 seconds and a top speed electronically limited to 168 mph and was supplied by Steve Kelly, Centre Principal at Lexus Hull who has been working closely with the Humberside police regarding the sale.
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