Archive for June, 2009
Some Protections to Avoid Car Theft
It’s a widespread misconception that these are SUVs and glowing sports cars that stolen most often, but you believe it or not these are innocent Toyota and Honda sedans that become the victim of theft quite often.
According to the list issued by National Insurance Crime the following 10 vehicles mostly became the victim of theft quite frequently during the past some years. Click here to read more…
Honda Rocks Green theme with Insight giveaway at Concerts
Getting closer to environment and for spreading the news of the 2010 Insight hybrids, Honda has geared up for a musical bent this summer. The company has partnered in two spot light musical festivals, where top class musicians will be performing.
They are going to organize green activities at the two fests, which also includes the Hybrid displays and car give away. The festivals are being held at Austin City Limits in Texas and Lollapalooza in Chicago. The company says that they have chosen to partner with the event as it drew larger crowds and as the whole event had an environment friendly approach.
Fiat finalizes take over of Opel
Italian carmakers Fiat has finalized its stakes in the beleaguered German carmaker Opel, with the letter of intent to be signed towards the end of this month. Though Fiat had made a secret deal to acquire major stake in Opel, it is not a secret now.
Opel’s works Council Chairman Klaus Franz has confirmed the Italian carmakers interest. He had also stated that the way has been cleared for signing the letter of intent. With the signing, the Italian carmakers would get the majority stake in Fiat.
Toyota sets 2010 Prius price at $22,750
The starting price of Toyota Prius 2010 redesigned model is set as $22, 750.
This car will be available in the showrooms from May. With so many features, the third generation Prius is sure to captivate car lovers. Later this year, Toyota has decided to strip down the car and introduce a base model of Prius for $21, 750. This also includes shipping costs.
The new third generation Prius has a 1.8 liter engine with four cylinders. The cylinders of Prius can generate 98 hp. You can also find a combination model car with electric motor that increases power of Prius to 110 hp. If you go for Prius with electric motor, you can achieve a high power of 134 hp.
2010 Cadillac SRX gets remake to fight off foreign crossovers
We know GM is struggling these days and making their utmost efforts to recover from this so-called financial gloom.
It’s leaving no stone unturned to give a better fight off its foreign competitors and the efforts to resize and repurpose the 2010 Cadillac SRX is enough to tell every story about that.
You need not to reckon it a confused wagon any more, as it’s going to be replaced with a nice looking and pure crossover. It is leaner this time with a fitted and distinctive engine lineup that is being considered the first ever turbo of a Cadillac in North America. Most of GM’s critics are reckoning the model as a true competitor for luxury crossover brand leader Lexus.
Next Generation Focus By Ford Coming In Lime Light
The new next generation car by Ford i.e. Focus is following the footsteps of its predecessor Iosis MAX.
It is said that most of Focus’ styling has the marks of Iosis MAX, and is called as ‘Next stage in the evolution of kinetic design’ by Ford. With the similar looking back lights installed in a relatively higher rear, the car has elegance. The angular C-pillar gives it a definite impression.
The car’s front grille is lower but larger in size, and has the lights in elongated shape. Defining lines that run from the grille to A-pillar look quite arrogant.
7 step procedure to get most out the coming 2010 E63 AMG
Volker Mornhinweg, who is AMG performance division chief at Mercedes-Benz, offers a seven step procedure to those who are looking to make the most of their new 2010 E63 AMG models.
- Depress brake pedal completely
- Shifting transmission to D
- Switching electric program for sport mode
- Switching to race-start mode with transmission
- Clicking upshift paddle
- Completely depressing accelerator pedal and releasing brakes are these seven steps that Volker explains.
