Posts Tagged ‘Fuel Economy’
Economical and Affordable Green Automotive Technology
April 26th, 2010
Although hybrid cars are the rage, and there are all kinds of alternative energy sources on the horizon, hybrids are cost prohibitive, usually ranging $3000 to $7000 more than the gas only version of that model. However, instead of changing fuel sources, some automotive companies have been using a new type of transmission to improve fuel economy, lower emissions, and actually make vehicles faster without adding to the sticker price.These companies are using a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and instead of having set gear ratios (or gears), it constantly varies the gear ratios, as well as engine performance, so that they both operate at their most efficient level in any driving scenario.Because these key components of the power train are at their peak performance at all times, fuel read more
Auto Air Filters: Replacement Versus Performance
March 10th, 2010
It never ceases to amaze me when I hear people complaining about the high price of gasoline and then learn that they do not do the simple things to improve their gas mileage. Changing the oil/oil filter at regular intervals, keeping tires at adequate levels, and replacing the air filter can all go a long way toward improving gas mileage. Nobody likes to pay $2.65 a gallon for gas…you can’t control supply and demand. You can, however, make sure your car is in top shape by doing simple maintenance which translates into maximum fuel economy. Let’s compare and contrast two different types of air filters available for your car.1. Replacement brands. As the name suggests, these air filters are used once and then tossed after their useful life has ended, which is usually within read more
Roomy, Stylish and Safe: The Best Sedans in the Market Today
January 15th, 2010
A sedan is the most popular car in the market today. Its sensibility and style is its best asset. For people who want their cars to reflect elegance and the practicality of seating four people, a sedan is the automobile of choice. Sedans are usually four-door types but there are also two-door sedans but are quite rare. Some of the world’s best sedans have their own signature features that make them the top-of-the-line sedans. Cadillac CTSFirst produced in 2002, General Motors introduced this car to the public to replace the Cadillac Catera. Reviving the Cadillac image into an upbeat and hipper automobile brand, it gave GM the chance to compete with Europe’s more luxurious Mercedes and Lexus cars.Depending on the buyer’s budget, he can get a 2.8 liter or 3.6 liter V-6 en read more
Used Ford – Focus Reigns Supreme
January 7th, 2010
Like it or not family motoring comes to us all eventually. Some people, mostly men including myself I must admit, cling on to the last vestiges of an immaculately clean car with a spotless interior smelling of some masculine fragranced air freshener and then suddenly without warning those days are gone.Now my car mostly smells of dog with a hint of rotting fruit which my daughter has deposited in some inaccessible part of the vehicle. Not to mention the countless number of sticky raisins I seem to find everywhere, in fact the interior of what was once my pride and joy frankly now resembles a mobile monkey enclosure.Having said that it’s not all gloom and doom, in the past family motoring was a passport to boredom and misery. Things are different now, thanks to models which successful read more
The Honda Accord – Luxurious Interiors and Sporty Feel
October 30th, 2009
These days, a lot of international car manufacturers have started launching high end models of their cars that feature in the international market. Honda motor is one of them. Honda entered the Indian market with the top end sedans like the Honda city, Honda accord and an SUV called the Honda CRV. Ever since its entry into the Indian market, Honda has been a major player in the Indian automotive scene. Its top models like the Honda city, accord and CRV have done pretty especially in cities. Recently, Honda upgraded all the cars in its stable with the launch of new models of the Honda City and The Honda accord. The latest models of these cars are a lot sleeker and better looking than the previous models.The Latest Honda Accord that was launched is a true beauty and comes packed with a lot o read more
