The Ten Most Outrageous Paint Jobs

White may be the most popular car color, but as this year draws to a close, we're reminded of all the strangely-painted rides we've turned up. These ten are the most outrageous.

10.) Lingerie-Themed Mini Clubman

Agent Provacteur is known for its provactive lingerie and its cop-meets-panties paint scheme definitely raised some eyebrows. Or maybe it's because the only photos you can find of it come covered with scantily clad women (click on the pic for more of that).

9.) Volvo Custom Vinyl Wraps

Vinyl wrapping isn't new to cars, but this Europe-only OEM vinyl package for the Volvo C30 is something unique. They come in eight different varieties including rainbow, zebra and woodie.

8.) Trippy Alan Aldridge Mini

The Mini is one of those most popular platforms for custom paint and this version may remind some of a bad, drug-induced dream. That's because it was painted by famed free love-era artist Alan Aldridge.

7.) Matte Black + Gold Tetsu Bentley Continental GTR

Cars that are painted with a gold scheme and cars painted with matte black hoods aren't unique, but the combination of the two on the fastest production Bentley is something altogether different and frightening.

6.) Custom Tequila Sunrise Prius

When you think custom car you'd be forgiven for not immediately picturing a Prius. These guys saw the eco-driver and immediately thought tequilla sunrise!

5.) Gold Leaf Aston Martin

An Aston Martin DB7 covered in gold flake paint would no doubt top any list. Unfortunately, the owner didn't have the scratch or ability to paint the entire car. What remains is just ridiculous.

4.) Snakeskin Citroen Saxo

Yes, you're looking at an econobox Citroen covered in snakeskin. Real snakeskin. What more is there to say?

3.) Swarovski Crystal-Covered Patriotic Mini Cooper

The Swaovrski-covered Benz was classy in a crazy Dubai sort of way. The crystal-covered Mini is just insane. It's an American patriotic version of a British car built by Germans and featured in London. We totally dig the crystal space shutle.

2.) Matte Black Rolls Royce Phantom

The Rolls Royce Phantom is all about bling and flashiness and standing out. What could possibly stand out more than a Phantom that doesn't stand out at all?

1.) Chrome Mercedes McLaren SLR

We've seen chrome on cars, we've seen black chrome on cars and we've even seen all-chrome cars but never did with think someone would have the audacity to make an all-chrome version (including the windshield!) of the über-amazing McLaren SLR. In this trim it isn't just blindingly fast, in the right sunlight it is probably actually blinding.

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Gifts For Anyone Who Has A Car

Cheap, but fun shaped ones can make excellent stocking stuffers.

Buying gifts can be hard, especially for men! Since 99% of men are car lovers and we can't all afford to buy people cars for christmas we figured we come up with some great car gifts that every car lover is sure to enjoy!

Air Fresheners/Fuzzy Dice

Believe it or not, air fresheners make a great stocking stuffer for anyone who drives. Nothing like opening up a little new car smell on Christmas morning!

Car Chargers/Accessories

As cell phone and other mobile devices are becoming more a part of everyday life, their chargers are becoming more standardized. If you have an idea of what kind of phone/music device your giftee has (ie. iPhone vs. Blackberry), you’ll be able to find a car charger that they can plug directly into their lighter.

Car Wash Supplies/Gift Certificates

One Christmas a few years ago my Grandfather gave me coupons for 4 free car washes at the local Canadian Tire. Not only was I happy with it, the other drivers in the family were discussing how handy it was to have those coupons. Sure enough, we now all get a pack of 4 car wash coupons each year from him, and we couldn’t be happier! Who knew such a simple gift would be loved by all around!

Now if you don’t have a car wash nearby that offers these coupons, car wash supplies are the next best thing. My favourite are the protectant wipes for the dash!

Vehicle Detailing

On the topic of cleaning, an interior detailing gift certificate is always a nice thought as well. I personally have thought about having my car detailed a few times, but can’t bring myself to spend that much money on myself. But I would be happy to purchase it for someone else!

Emergency Roadside Kit

Whether you’re dealing with a car lover or a new driver, an emergency roadside kit is always a handy gift. Most include a blanket, flashlight, jumper cables, and other necessities that can be helpful in case of emergency.

A CAA Membership

While a CAA Membership is a fairly costly gift, it does offer more benefits than just roadside assistance. I received my CAA Membership in June of 2008, and beyond the 3 times I’ve called for roadside assistance, I have since used it for discounts on hotels at least 10 times. My CAA membership has been greatly helpful, and I’m glad I’ve had it in case of emergency.

Satellite Radio

This is a great choice for a commuter. If your giftee is always in and out of the car, you can purchase a portable satellite radio that they can listen in their car or through headphones wherever they’d like!

Car Magazines

If your car lover is truly into cars, magazines can be a great source of information for them. You can find many car magazine annual subscriptions available online for great prices!

Car Organizers

For people who are in and out of the car a lot, a car organizer can simplify life immensely! A car organizer allows them to keep things organized and close-by, so there won’t be any digging through the glove compartment while driving!

Heated Seat Covers

Don't even try to imagine the feeling of toasty-warm buns if you've never driven a car with electric seat warmers. For those of us who choose to live in an environment where the thermometer spends half its time in the negatives, having the luxury of seat warmers, is truly a technological blessing!

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How to Install Your Own Car Stereo System (Video Tutorial)

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How to Maintain Your Used Car

Cars new or used both need to be looked after with care to keep them fit and performing for long time without trouble. We all know that most popular used cars around the world are Japanese brands. Japan made vehicles are well known for quality and technology. But even they need to be looked after some time or the other. Little care and good handling can keep them going for years without complaint. Some simple car maintenance done yourself can not only enhance the performance of your car but also save you from heavy workshop bills.
Here are some tips for car care yourself that saves money and frequent visits to workshop:
1. Read the User Handbook: Go through the user handbook or manual carefully to now the inside of your car. This will help you detect and solve minor troubles yourself. Keep it handy for reference again.
2. Maintain a Service Record book: This book with details of service dates, change of parts, change of oil, any problems solved at workshop etc. This will help you understand the needs and how to fix the problems with experience.
3. Take Your Car to service station annually: This is important because through checking of every part and fine tuning not only increases performance but assures your safety too. Take your car to your nearest registered service station. At the authorized company outlets, your car will be attended by trained mechanics and there you can easily buy any new part from the workshop without being worried about originality and quality.
4. Oil-Change at regular intervals: - Every brand provide a time/distance bound oil-change schedule, so changing of the engine oil time to time is very important for the engine and the parts of the engine lubricated. The lubrication increases life and saves wastage of fuel and environment too. With every change of the oil, also change the oil filter.
5. Check the Fluid Levels: - For assured high performance and long life of your Japanese used cars, you should keep checking and maintaining fluid levels such as transmission fluids, coolant fluid and fluid level of the battery. Record the change dates in record book and then you can make a schedule yourself to tune your car.
6. Check Tire Pressure and Alignment: - The proper alignment of the wheels and correct pressure of the tires are very essential for the performance and life of the vehicle. They should be checked weekly if possible. If find some imbalance get it fixed to avoid further damage.
7. Check the Brakes: The brake pads of the vehicle should be checked and replace when required. Brakes are one of the most important for safety of the vehicle as well as passengers, so never delay or ignore.
8. Wash your car: Occasionally wash your car with pressure, apply car polish and sparkle it. Vacuum clean the interiors and change the mates if required. The shine on your car will make you feel very happy and cleaning will give you good exercise too.
9. Keep the car in garage if possible: Exterior color and luster of your car will last longer and need less maintenance if it is protected from Sun.
10. Drive with aim to save fuel: This will give you amazing results for sure, great mileage, smooth moving car, with lots of money saved on fuel and workshop bills.
Put on your old casuals and get ready to care for your car yourself. You will have Hamper full of benefits.
.Save fuel .Save money .Save your car .Save the Earth .Gather Happiness.

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New Honda Jazz To Trigger A Price War

Since its birth in Indian car market Honda India has been flying high on sky due to qualitative cars manufactured by it. Now the latest rumour is that Honda India is expecting to carry the history of its success to new height by launching the modified version of on August 18, 2011. Prior to this with an objective of removing the existing model of from Indian market Honda had surprised the customers by offering the discount of Rs. 1.75 lakh for buying existing model . However in the beginning the existing model did not succeeded in grabbing the eyes of the customers due to its high price, but with launch of New Honda India speculates to receive positive response with the modified New jazz. Besides this there are also rumours that learning from the earlier experience of failure due to high price this time it is contemplated that the could be less than the existing model of Honda jazz in market. That means the New Honda Jaz price will be a competitive element to decide the success of New Honda jazz as the less price is expected to give tough competition to other cars in the hatchback segment like Maruti Swift, Ford Figo, Hyundai i20 and others in the Indian car market.

As pricing is going to be a decisive factor to decide the success of the New jazz it would be important to note the prices offered by the expected contenders of New Honda jazz. Starting with Maruti Swift, unlike Maruti Suzuki India Limited has also announced the launch of New Maruti Swift soon in Indian car market and therefore its prices are yet to be revealed by the company however the price of existing Maruti swift zxi model is concerned it is available with price tag of Rs. 5,38, 226/-, coming towards the Ford Figo petrol lxi model it is available with the price tag of Rs. 3,69,500 /-, whereas shifting towards Hyundai i20 sportz petrol model it is priced at Rs. 5,42,099/-. With all these cars already dominating the Indian car market it would be interesting to see what price strategy Honda adopts for .

Coming towards the additional cosmetics integrated in New jazz, the new integrated surgery include the fresh tail light and headlight designed to meet new front bumpers and black front grille. Apart from this it is rumoured the interiors in the New jazz are also made more comfort and stylish. The dashboard is designed with darker hue supported air ventilators and climate control features. Besides this there is huge array of various distinguished features introduced in New Honda jazz that will definitely help Honda India to successfully relaunch the New jazz in Indian car market and enjoy the same success which it has been enjoying since its inception.

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Buying Crash Repair Car Parts From A Salvage Yard - What to Watch Out For

By Rizvana Abdul

Salvage yards are popular sources of crash repair car parts because they are good sources of inexpensive parts. If your car has been involved in an accident then you will have to replace quite a few parts. Needless to say, you need to deal with a really good salvage yard because that is the only way you can get all the parts you need. In addition, you also need to have a really good mechanic who will be able to fit the parts correctly because this is absolutely essential to the proper functioning of the vehicle.

You should stay away from smaller salvage yards because they might not be able to get you the parts you need because they do not have too many vehicles to take apart. The best ones maintain proper inventory of parts so that you can get the exact ones without too much trouble. You shouldn't have to search through rusty parts for the exact one you want. Rust is another problem you will have to face if you buy second hard parts. Examine the parts you plan to purchase, preferably go there with your mechanic, so that you don't buy anything that is already damaged. You will have to do a few repairs to get rid of rust and dents and its best that this is done before the piece is attached to the car. This is the only way that repairs can be done properly. If possible, take the part that has to be replaced along with you to the salvage yard so that you can verify that the new part is an exact match.

You'll certainly save a lot of money if you buy crash repair car parts from a salvage yard but there are certain circumstances when this is not a good idea at all. It is a bad idea to buy parts for your engine or brakes from a salvage yard because you never know how badly they have been damaged. Further, if you are really particular about how your car should look once it has been repaired then you should consider buying crash repair car parts brand new instead of second hand. If you buy a part that has been manufactured for your specific vehicle in mind then there is no chance of it not fitting. There are plenty of great stores where you will get all sorts of brand new accessories to help make your car ready for the road again.

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The Most Expensive Cars On Earth

What are the world's highest priced cars and how did they get so costly? Brace your self in this exciting list of the world's highest priced cars.

Because 2001, the Aston Martin Vanquish has been about the most costly cars globally. Some would've thought that it's as a consequence of its introductory cost but no, years have passed and it still has the charm that has made its manufacturer value it at $255,000. Do you believe that the V12 engines, 460 horsepower, 400ft-lb torque along with a 5.9L valve created them do it? When Mr. James Bond utilizes a car in one of his movies, rest assured that the entire planet would love to have it too. Others consider that it was the popularity that did, but the car specs are something that you wouldn't see in your average car.

The Lamborghini Murcielago can be a super car that was introduced in 2002. V12 engines plus a effective 640 horsepower made it powerfully rapidly at a 211mph leading speed and an acceleration of 0-60 in only three.three seconds. Round, smooth, and ever so modern day, this two-seater coupe costs $279,000.
Introduced in 2003, the Rolls Royce Phantom might not be the world's most potent or the world's fastest accelerating vehicle, but this is definitely 1 that could pass as about the most enjoyable. V12 engines in here, 531ft-lb of torque, 453hp and a five.7s 0-60 acceleration speed that you simply wouldn't expect it to really have. The price of this enjoyable auto would be a pleasant $320,000.

Maybach 62 is style, performance and luxury rolled into 1 automobile. Dare to put it beside another vehicle and watch as the style of this wretchedly handsome vehicle captivates innocent onlookers. The mirrors, the chromes and the bars blend together to create an elegantly designed automobile that looks too good for anybody to drive. The price of $385,250 ought to be sufficient for 5.5L of twin-turbo engines in V12 that generates a total of 550 brake horse power.

Mercedes-Benz digital SLR McLaren has V8 engines with five.5L. More than sufficient brake horse power is in this obviously the latest car, and this 626 brake horse power has enabled it to conquer lists of the world's fastest cars considering that its introduction in 2004. Any car featured in Gran Turismo deserves this a lot attention, and apparently . Base value for this auto is around $455,500.

The Koenigsegg CCX is priced at an overwhelming $600,910. Why? As the company's newest supercar, this you have an astonishing 806 horsepower, a 687ft-lb of torque and also the functions inside the auto are top of the line. The modern day appear is too accurate to its words that it nearly appear robotic.

The Shelby SSC Aero is made by about the most successful producers internationally. This sports baby has been in the generating for seven, long years, and the result? Nicely, the result is actually a automobile that seems too good to be true. V8 engines, 1,094ft-lb and 1,183 brake horse power are donned in every single Shelby SSC Aero. Starting at $654,440, this is definitely one of the world's highest priced cars.

So, there you might have it folks! These are seven of the world's most expensive cars in a single list that nobody could ever deny himself to read. Dreams are produced from these things - advanced technologies within the wheels at your hands.

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A car GPS is a must in the driving

With the development of car industry and electronic products, car entertainment system becomes more and more multifunctional. Driving in a vehicle, you can not only enjoy your favorite music, but also access a GPS system in case of getting lost. Certainly, if you want to use GPS navigation in the driving, you should equip your vehicle with a car GPS in advance.

The Global Positioning System is a space-based GNSS (global navigation satellite system) include a network of 24 satellites placed into the orbit by the U.S. Department of Defense. The system can offer location and time information anytime and anywhere on or near the earth where there is an unobstructed line of sight to four or more GPS satellites. Today anyone who has a GPS receiver can use it freely. Car GPS is one of the applications of the navigation system.

The car GPS is a gadget placed in the vehicle to provide you with specific information of your exaction location as well as accurate routes to your destination. In the modern life, the transportation is very fast and convenient so that you can go anywhere in shorter time and visit more places in a day, a week or a month, but it's also very easy for you to get lost in the criss-crossing traffic in the same time, especially when you are in an unfamiliar place far away from your home city. Even when you drive in the city where you live for years, you may fail to find a way out in some places but just drive round and round in the same place. Thus, a car GPS is quite necessary if you drive on the road.

In a vehicle, an auto GPS navigation system, also known as GPS tracker, can be built to detect precise location of a vehicle. When you find yourself lost somewhere in the journey, you can access the system which will show you details of locations, possible routes to your destinations and information of nearest gas stations and stores. Furthermore, it is able to help you save and retrace your routes as well as other points of interest in the electronic map. The car GPS can also warn you to take a detour if there is an accident ahead on the road so that you can avoid being stuck in the terrible traffic for hours.

In addition to car navigation, the gadget can be helpful when thefts or other emergencies occur. It is able to track stolen cars instantly to offer you better surveillance of your cars. Now, some advanced GPS systems can monitor the direction and speed of the car to make your driving safe and on course.

Driving out can be a very wonderful experience, but getting lost may spoil your feelings of pleasure. Thus, when you go out in a vehicle, don't forget to have a car GPS to guide you on the road.

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Turbocharger Kits - The Best Way To Enhance Your Car’s Performance And Speed Effortlessly

A Turbocharger kit mainly consists of a gas compressor which is used for forced induction of an internal combustion engine. In simple terms it is a supercharger, which increases the compactness of air entering the engine to generate more power. Quality products, impeccable design and well developed tuning have made it possible for vividracing.com to deliver the best kits currently available in market. Research proves that a these kit enhances the power of your engine by up to thirty five percent. Speed, Power and Fuel efficiency being the major goals for any racing car, Turbocharger kits are a real help.

There are many advantages of using these Kits like:

¢ Depending on the need, a turbocharger kit can be opted to enhance the power of your engine. This is exceptionally useful for people living in hilly areas as well as frequent highway drivers. At high altitudes where the air is less dense, a turbocharged engine delivers more power and better performance than a normally aspirated engine can offer.

¢ The power of the engine matters a lot for people involved in racing rallies.

¢ Turbocharger Kits having twin turbo kits utilize exhaust (wasted energy) to create more energy, thus making your car environment friendly by dramatically reducing carbon emissions that are one of the significant sources of air pollution.

¢ The enhanced engine power and the reduced emission rates help in making your car up to twenty percent more fuel efficient. This adds on to your contribution to environment by utilizing less fuel for long drives.

¢ The Turbocharger kit reduces the time required for the turbine to get functional which in turn results in taking less time to attain turbo speed.

In short, the major benefits of using Turbocharger Kits are: increased horsepower and torque, lower fuel costs, improved emissions, and better high altitude performance.

The major components of a these Kits are:

¢ Turbocharger, the most vital component which increases the air/fuel mixture ratio of the engine enabling it to attain turbo speeds more quickly.

¢ The Turbocharger Kit also includes an exhaust manifold, the system that expels gas from the engine after combustion.

¢ The Kit also includes waste gates and blow-off valves. The Waste gate regulates the pressure in the exhaust manifold whereas the blow-off valves ensures that the air being emitted from the Turbocharger isn't very highly pressurized when it goes back to the engine.

To conclude, use of high quality parts and immaculate design of these Kits have made high speed and performance a reality which is hard to be missed.

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Window Tinting – 6 Myths Dispelled

Deciding to research window tinting may result in your discovering many myths surrounding this investment. Some sites focus so intensely on one aspect that you may come away without a full understanding of all the benefits tinting can offer. Here we will review six of the most common myths regarding window tinting and reveal the truth.

Myth #1 - Tinting is Just Bling.
Window tinting is often associated with boy racers or those who simply want to make their car appear more stylish. This could not be farther the truth. As we will see later, tinting offers a host of benefits and is appealing to any car enthusiast. While it is true that tinting can make a car appear sportier or flashier, it is not designed to simply appeal to only this small segment of car owners.

Myth #2 - Tinting Can Negatively Impact Resale Value.
This is a common misconception due, in part, to the belief we discussed in the number one myth about it only appealing to boy racers. When it comes to resale value of your car, tinting can offer a huge advantage. Because it offers protection from heat, fading as well as enhanced security and privacy you can use these advantages when listing or describing your car. Many people may not normally consider tinting when looking for cars and if your vehicle has protected windows, that can help it stand out from other similar makes and models.

Myth #3 - Laws Prohibit Tinted Windows.
While it is true that states have various laws and regulations regarding tinted windows, these laws are easy to find online or through your local law enforcement. They usually relate to the level of opacity as well as colors which can or cannot be used. These laws are not prohibitively rigorous and are easy to work with. For example, in the state of Ohio the front windshield cannot be tinted with more than 50% opacity but there are no regulations for the back windows. Your local tinting professional should be well versed in local regulations and can offer many solutions and options that will give you the result you want while still remaining within the legal requirements.

Myth #4 - Tinting Doesn't Do Anything.
This is simply patently untrue. Window tinting offers many benefits. The biggest benefit is the reduction of the effects of the sun. Solar heat can result in a car that feels like an oven on a hot summer day. Since tinting can repel the amount of solar heat this results in an increased comfort level for you when you get into your car and can also mean that you will need to run your air conditioner less which can help with fuel efficiency. Tinting also reflects the sun's UV rays which can bleach or fade your car's interior. By protecting your windows you are also protecting your car's dashboard, carpet and seats from the sun's bleaching effects. Finally, tinting offers added security and privacy. The film prevents people from being able to see into your car easily and in the case of accidents it prevents glass from shattering and breaking free. This not only helps keep flying glass out of accidents but also deters would-be burglars and car thieves.

Myth #5 - Tinting is Too Expensive For Me.
Tinting is certainly not the cheapest investment you can make but there are a number options which are deigned with the customer's budget in mind. Some companies may even offer payment plans. More importantly, the expense of tinting your windows is offset by the benefits discussed above. Like any other investment, tinting can pay for itself over time and a high quality tinting film may cost more but it will stand up to the elements and protect your car.

Myth #6 - Tinted Windows Will Impair My Driving.
In reality, tinted windows can actually help your driving. There are tinting films which are designed to help reduce glare from oncoming headlights as well as snow, ice and wet road conditions. The reduction of this glare helps immediately since it eases the strain on your eyes and if you drive for long of periods it can also reduce eye fatigue. When this is taken into consideration, it is easy to see how tinting can positively affect your driving.

Overall, it is easy to see how many of these myths are easily dispelled. Choosing window tinting for your car is not only beneficial from an aesthetic viewpoint but also for your security and budget.

Kelly McCloskey is a freelance writer on various topics and is currently working with a company specializing in window tint solutions. In her free time she enjoys volunteering and hosting dinner parties.

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How To Select Your Wedding Vehicle

It's almost time for your special day, so that means it's time to start finalizing your wedding details. Hopefully by now you've decided on a venue and caterer, but it is important that you don't neglect the process of selecting a wedding car. While the details of a car are not important to some couples, for many couples, selecting a car is just as important as selecting a venue. Although some couples decide to rent limos for their big day, many couples prefer to rent cars that express their personalities.

Although it doesn't matter if your wedding car matches the theme of your wedding, some couples prefer to coordinate the theme of their wedding and the style of their wedding car. However, before you get carried away with this, remember that it is important for you and your fiancé to truly love the car you choose because you are the ones who will have to ride in the car. But if you are determined to coordinate you wedding theme and the style of your car, here are some things to make that process easier.

If you are going for a more classic/vintage feel, you may want to consider a classic Rolls-Royce or Bentley. Of course there are many different car options to choose from, so it is a good idea to pay a visit to a rental service and see what they have to offer. This will likely be the groom's favourite part of the wedding planning process because no matter how old men are, they are little boys who love to play with cars at heart.

Many couples choose to rent limos for the entire wedding party because it gives the wedding party the opportunity to create some great memories and spend time together. In addition to traditional limos, stretch SUV's are popular because there are often more spacious and they are very dynamic looking.

Another option for wedding party transportation is renting a party bus. This type of rental is particularly great if the wedding party is planning on making several stops after the wedding, especially if there is a large time gap between the wedding and reception.
If your wedding budget doesn't include expensive wedding cars to transport your entire wedding party, it may be a good idea to hire a car for you and your fiancé. It can be a fun experience that makes that day extra special, and luxurious cars are also great for taking photos because it will help you and your spouse to reflect on your special day. Instead of renting a car, if you have a friend who has a luxury car such as a Porsche or Lamborghini, they will probably me more than willing to allow to you borrow the care for few hours on your special day.

Although it is nice to have a fancy wedding car, don't try to impress your guests with a wedding car that you can't actually afford to have a fancy wedding car. The important thing is you're getting married, so if you and your fiancé need to drive your personal car, that doesn't mean your love, is any less real.

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The ABCs of Shock Absorbers

By Johnny N Schultz

The unexpected bumps along the road are enough to produce a fatal accident. Setting aside safety and precaution, another importance of shock absorbers stems from the fact that it prolongs the vehicle's life-ensuring durability and easy driving experience.

Given such importance at hand, the demand for high quality continue to increase. Consumers have become more selective in patronizing car products. Quality and practicality are two (2) of major factors considered in purchasing shock absorbers.

During the earlier days, major roads and highways are characterized by their poor conditions, thus preventing drivers from achieving balance and stability. In addition, such road qualities contribute to driving difficulty, not to mention the hazards and danger that they may bring if maximum speed is employed. The early carriages were unable to control their velocity for they merely depend on simple machines to generate friction, which, of course, may not withstand frequent road abuse.

Nevertheless, better road constructions and at the same time, technology paved way for the development of more sophisticated shock absorbers. Hydraulics and more improved suspension systems were added, thus, delivering better drivability.

How it works? There is a common belief that shock absorbers are responsible for absorbing shocks. This is of course, not true. The truth is it is the springs that perform the absorption. It simply controls the springs' movements.

From a technical perspective, it is a machine that even out or dampens the shock and equally distributes the kinetic energy. Under this context, dampening becomes the operative word. Dampening is the process of decreasing the spring's oscillations or its repetitive movement. When a vehicle encounters a sudden bump, the springs tend to oscillate; it is therefore in charge in controlling these springs to achieve a stable state.

Consumers may choose from a variety of shock absorbers offered in the market. Each is designed to address specific needs. The first category pertains to standard shocks. Standard shocks are mostly used by light vehicles or automobiles that are less likely to carry heavy luggage.

In the meantime, there are also heavy duty shocks. Evidently, these types are suited for heavy duty vehicles such as trucks and jeeps since these vehicles are more prone to rough surface and challenging routes.

There are also automatic level controls. These can be adjusted accordingly based on the luggage's size.

Meanwhile, if the vehicle is suffering from understeering or suspension dilemmas, using overload shocks is highly recommended.

Replacements Like tires, Constant checking should be made to determine whether these car parts should be replaced.

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How to Take Care of Chrome Rims the Best Possible Way

By Moumita Das

Chrome rims can look cool and sophisticated on any car. If it is your choice to customise you car with chrome rims, then make a good yet demanding choice. Chrome rims are parts that need lots of care because they can stain very easily and look good only when polished.

With the chrome rims, you can encounter the rust and stain problem. Rust can form more than easily on all metals, especially iron when it encounters rain or simply humid air. In the olden times, chrome was more widely used in car parts. Today, car owners have much better preparation for dealing with their chrome car parts. These days, it is a popular customising method to apply chrome on rims. According to the newest experiences, there are two main methods for cleaning chrome rims. The first method is the best to do, when stain has already has attacked the chrome. The first one needs a hose, a pair of rubber gloves, scrubbing pad or wool pad, a bottle of rust remover and a rag or any cloth which is not fatty. You will also need to get chrome polish. You will need to polish your rims and other parts of your car once a week.

Steps:

- Use the water hose to clean the rims or other surface from dirt and dust.

- You can use mild soapy water or water with a little amount of dish washing gel for washing.

- Scrubbing pad helps you to scrub away the rust from the surface, use the rubber gloves for the procedure.

- Use the rust remover on all stains of rust and apply it with the wool pad.

- Wait for the remover to dissolve the remaining rust from the surface. This will take a couple of minutes. Then wipe it away.

- Use the chrome polish to make the surface beautiful shiny again chrome polish also protects the surface from rust. Follow the instruction on the bottle on how to rub the cleaner gently on the surface.

- Polish your rims more frequently when the air is humid and the weather is rainy.

Do not perform this whole process every week. It is enough to rinse the chrome and apply chrome polish after it dries. Please note to be careful with your chrome rims and other surfaces as it is most important for them to be mirror-like without any possible failures, scratches and damages. Repainting the chrome surface is not an easy job and needs lots of preparation when done at home. Therefore, avoid it as much as possible. The method of applying chrome on surface is very similar to how mirrors are done.

Chrome rims look beautiful but they are constantly battling with several elements from dirt to stones while driving. So be prepared to re-chrome your rims every two to three years. If you take care of your chrome rims in the best possible way and have a closed place or garage to keep your car at, then your chrome rims will survive for much longer. Use good quality polish add-stain dissolver.

Are you willing to take care of your chrome rims? Then look no further, here we offer best advices on how to take care in the best possible way.

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The New "Range Rover Evoque," A Female Perspective

By Gregory Greene

There has been loads of press coverage on the release of this car, with a lot of focus on Victoria Beckham's involvement in the design of the trim and interior. This may be enough to make female drivers in particular quite excited, but there is more to this car than celebrity involvement to get excited about.

It is frequently being referred to as 'the new baby Range Rover' but it's not just smaller in size (which does make it easier to park, always a plus!) The Evoque is also cheaper than the average Range Rover - the lead-in price is under $30k and goes up to around $45K, which is over half the price of the 'big' Range Rover. It is also greener with CO2 emissions between less than 130g/km and 199g/km. This car is the perfect choice for those who are both economically and environmentally conscientious.

The Evoque is available in both 2WD and 4WD, and also 3 and 5 door models. Plus it's available in 12 different colours, with 16 contrasting interiors, various trim levels, and the potential for a panoramic glass roof. There are numerous combination's available to you, which can be tailored to your budget, taste and needs. The petrol alternative only comes in 4WD automatic form and is only available with the Dynamic trim which costs from $38,995. All of this encourages drivers to opt for the greener diesel versions and why not? With more miles to the gallon than petrol, cars fuelled by diesel are looking more and more economically attractive.

The design of the Evoque has impressed the motoring world to such a degree that it has been awarded Car Design News Production Car Design of the Year 2010 which was presented to the Land Rover Design Director the Geneva Motor Show in 2011. Not surprising as this is a total change from Land Rover's normal style; introducing a coupe version is definitely seeing the Range Rover as a fashionable choice, not just a practical choice. So for female drivers everywhere, listen up! Range Rover's aren't just for men or farmers, they're for everyone.

Victoria Beckham's designs add to the sophistication that this car has, and she has clearly also brought along her experience as a busy, working mother to produce a stylish yet practical everyday car. Her eye for style combines luxury fabrics with trendy contrasting colour choices.

The brilliant, innovative car design that accompanies her influence gives drivers an exciting new choice when considering buying an SUV. So think about choosing the Evoque as your next car; Land Rover has branched out to give the average driver a car that ticks all the right boxes.

Gregory Greene is writing on behalf of Bramleys in Surrey, the best choice for a Land Rover Dealer or when choosing a Land Rover Dealership Surrey for buying your next prestigious 4x4 SUV or luxury motor car.

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Driver Education - Auto Insurance Tips

By Ispas Marin

From the beginning, starting with your first contact with whatever is connected to driving and cars, you must have heard of the utmost important aspect:the car insurance. To a certain extent the driver education must deal with this aspect which is vital for the driver and the car in itself.

There are many companies specialized in this field but you should know that there are many of them which make certain advantageous offers such as discounts for the good grades As and Bs, yet, for that you need to qualify;you should get in touch with your insurance company for it. Some discounts are given also for the application for some driver programs, these being quite advantageous too.

In addition, if you can make a choice, replace the new teen driver or family driver on the oldest and least expensive automobile. This can and will save you the rates. Whenever thinking about buying a new or second-hand car, make sure you get in touch with your insurance company to see if the rate will suit you and your finances. It is likely for you, without checking with the insurance company, to think over a car which is too expensive for you or just not suitable. As general piece of information, you should know that sports cars or other high-cost cars are due to have higher rates, thus disabling you to pay in time. It is also important to know what you buy. If you want to buy a car, it is utmost necessary to know what that car can do. These technical aspects can be revealed to you by means of a driver education course or just specialized magazines, provided you already bear the basic information.

Another aspect is the one related to the crash safety rating, because a percentage is given to every car according to this issue. You should always know how safe is the car you are driving, how well it can protect you. As well as the other aspects, you can learn this from the driver education course. In the unfortunate case of an accident, you should be aware of the average cost to repair it, in the case of the one-side insurance. If you want to replace your insurance check the rates of a greater number of companies because they vary from one company to another.

Furthermore, every driver education course introduces the idea of the necessity to keep a camera with you in case an accident may occur;you could register the damage of all cars and the real placement. There are cases when the actual victim is found responsible for the simple fact that there are a lot of ideas and beliefs which alter the truth of an accident. A camera may come in hand if you get involved in a minor accident;you may want to get your car fixed without reporting it to the company. For a teenager, even a minor accident may lead to an increase in the rates, or maybe even more.

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The Educated Car Buyer Saves - Leaving the Dealership With Your Car and Your Pride

By Matthew T Payne

Buying a vehicle is one of the largest purchases any of us will make in our lifetime. When we have finally decided that we need that new vehicle, we are presold in the eyes of the dealer. You have not yet selected a vehicle, yet to any dealer, he does not have to convince you on why you need a new vehicle. Going into the dealings of a car, truck, or SUV purchase, you are at a disadvantage because the dealer knows that you WANT to buy a car.

So how do you turn the advantage of deal making back in your favor? You educate yourself before you step on any lot. Like any sport, you have to come to the playing field having put in some time in practice, and equal time in learning about your opponent. While you may be the best negotiator in other aspects of your life, if you do not practice for this game, you will most likely lose, sometimes without even realizing it.

A simple education in the game of car buying could potentially:

• Save you valuable time in cutting down the negotiating process at the dealer.
• Save you from feeling like you didn't get the best deal for your trade in.
• Save you the embarrassment when a friend reveals that you were taken to the cleaners.
• SAVE YOU THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS AND MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE A WINNER!

Research the vehicle prior to stepping on any lot. Most of the manufacturers web sites contain suggested retail prices for all of their vehicles. Figure out what you are comfortable and able to pay and use that point as the ceiling for your car purchase price.

Research the dealers in your area. Find out who the top sellers are and who is having the best promotion. This will be key no matter which dealer you end up going to. By knowing all of the dealers competition, you have one more piece of information in your back pocket for negotiating a favorable deal.

Learn the tactics that the salesman will use on you to close their deal. There is a fantastic guide out right now that provides precisely this information. By learning the tactics of the dealer, you will be prepared with your own defense. After all, the salesman is not looking after your best interest. He is trying to make the largest profit while you are trying to spend the least amount of money. Are you fully prepared?

Most of the upfront research can be done on your own. You know your price point. You know the max payment you want to make. You know how long you want to be making payments. But do you know the tactics that will be used on you to take advantage of the fact that you just want a car? Check out "Taking it to the House", a guide by a former car salesman who got tired of taking advantage of unsuspecting, under informed consumers. John put together this guide so that you could take revenge for him and maximize your savings on your next vehicle purchase.

Taking it to the House will provide you with the education you need to walk away with the keys of your new car in hand, feeling confident that you just got the best price and terms, and the dealer did not take advantage of you.

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Vintage Cars - Top Five Reasons Why They Are Still In Demand Today

By Daryl B. Chapman

While modern car sales continue to fall, vintage cars are getting hotter these days. According to research, there is a huge demand for them all over the world. Hundreds and thousands of vintage cars are sold each year and each car is worth millions of dollars. Indeed, these classic cars are now soaring not just in the US but to other Eastern countries despite the reports of the economic downturn.

But why do people love these cars? Why are they are so popular? Following are some of the best reasons why these cars are still in demand today:

Passion For Collecting Excellent Finds
People are fond of collecting all sorts of stuff from jewelry to gold coins, silverwares, potteries, porcelain and even cars. By and large, people who collect cars are mostly men. Their passion is not limited to modern and brand new cars but vintage cars as well. Just like Jay Leno, the famous host of the Tonight Show in NBC. He now owns 300 vehicles excluding his 60 motorcycles. Included in his car collection are several Stanley Steamers from the early 1900s, muscle cars from the 1950s and '60s, and a 1932 Packard Twin Six 12-cylinder coupe. It only shows that people will do anything just to add a good piece to their collection, even spending millions of dollars.

Vintage Cars As An Investment
Financial experts believe that people should start investing in order to protect their wealth against inflation. However, a lot of people did not know that selling these cars are very lucrative. Classic cars are considered as excellent investment mediums. Those that are for restoration are very cheap to buy but after a few modifications and repairs, they can be sold twice or thrice higher than the original value. Surely, this type of investment is profitable. However, aside from having a million dollar worth of bank account, interested investors need to be well verse with the car industry and the different types of vintage car in order to maximize the profit and not to be ripped off the car's actual value.

Some of the important things one should note before investing in this venture are the best car manufacturers, the types of vintage cars, the manufacturing year of the chosen car, the car's general condition, functions and different features and the market price of cars.

Restoring Vintage Cars Can Serve As A Trophy Of Honor
Since they went through so much history, people are keen to add them in their collection. They take pride and glory for owning them. Also, it gives one a great achievement to restore a car to its former condition and splendor.

Vintage Cars Have Upscale Designs
They are very stylish. Their lines and overall body was artistically made. Their chic and classy design can make every head turn.

Nostalgic Appeal
Truly we cannot go back in time. But driving a classic car can give the owner the opportunity to reminisce and to relive what was long been gone. It can bring back good and bad memories. Since these cars had stood the test of time, some of them were survivors of war and tragic times in the early 1900s.

Indeed, classic cars or vintage cars are still in demand nowadays. Despite the economic crisis that the whole world is facing, still many people are willing to spend money for exquisite classic cars. The next time we see a vintage car passed by, hopefully our perception has changed and we think of them not just as a piece of metal but a great artwork that survived time.

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How To Wax Your Car Properly

By Lin Ford

Learning how to properly wax a car is a skill that every auto owner should have. There is a lot of value in this skill, and it goes beyond the simple enjoyment of doing the job and stepping back to see the finished result. Of course, that feeling is pretty awesome too, but there is a real long term value in this job especially when you do it regularly.

An effective wax job appropriately applied, safeguards any car from certain minor scratches and hides others, as well as aids in preventing rust especially during the cold months

Showroom Finish For Your Car

That completely new showroom finish is one thing that we all would like to accomplish with our cars. The day you bring an automobile home from the car dealership is often the first and last day it ever appears like that. But this doesn't need to be. Take time to really learn to wax your vehicle the proper way and you will ensure that it stays looking almost showroom new for much longer time. Obviously, one method to accomplish this look would be to pay to have your vehicle detailed, but where's the enjoyment in doing that? For this reason, Do-it-yourself, cut costs and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Researching Car Wax Brands

You will find a variety of brands and designs of automotive wax items available on the market. Take some time to check out the items which are available and find out which of those you believe you may like the best. Often times, consumer rankings value the few less costly brands the most. So, investing in more expensive car waxes, will not necessarily accomplish anything.

Regardless, make certain you stay with a non-abrasive wax to provide the best results.

Preparing Cars for Waxing

Next, perform a thorough cleaning and washing job on the vehicle. Clean it two times if needed to make certain you remove all of the spots you skipped the very first time. Don't clean it in direct sunlight if it's hot out, since you really do not want it to dry too quickly. Once it's clean, you are now prepared to wax. Towel dry any excessive wet areas, especially around the hood.

Waxing a Car Right

Obtain a moisten sponge and squirt a little bit of wax on to the sponge. Give it a try and find out how that amount works best for coverage. Don't cover much more of a space than you are able to and definitely, don't too much that it dries before you have completed that area. Make use of a circular motion to rub the wax into the surface of the vehicle. Cover the entire vehicle moving in order surface by surface throughout the entire process so that you won't miss anything.

Removing the Car Wax

When you return back around to the original surface, the wax you applied is going to be dry. Cloth diapers really are excellent tools for getting rid of excess wax for those who have any available. A terry cloth will even work nicely if it doesn't have any fresh paint or any other abrasives onto it. Remove the wax using a circular motion in the opposite direction in which you used to apply the wax.

Make certain to remove all the wax by putting sufficient pressure during the wipe off process. Make certain to change towels as frequently as necessary to prevent putting wax back onto the paint surface throughout this activity. This avoids any chance of swirl marks occurring and also any damage to the paint the old wax could cause.

Use only clean towels and make sure to be thorough all the way through to avoid damage and to get the best result. From the preparatory wash to completing the waxing itself and being thorough, creates that showroom look you were after from the very beginning. These represent helpful starting tips for a successful car wax project.

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Saving Money With High Gas Prices? Go Hybrid!

By Eugene Agyei Yeboah

It's tough out there, it really is. To say the least, the economy is not the healthiest it could be. To add to the trouble, gas prices are extremely high. For most of us, refilling at the pump could cost anywhere between $40-60, maybe higher. Ouch!! I'm not too fond about these gas prices, I'm sure you aren't either.

As a matter of fact, a friend of mine and I were having a conversation about excessive gas prices. A conversation that I'm sure many of us have had.

Anyway, she was speaking about how she no longer drives. As a student in a university, it is extremely tough to pay expenses, and then spend $60 at the pump. As we kept talking, she mentioned that it was even worse for her dad, as he paid $85 to fill up his vehicle!! What kind of car was he driving?!

A truck.

Wow... $85 at the pump, per week? That is about $300 a month, multiply that by 12, that comes out to be $3,600. That's $3,600 that he spends per year, on gas alone! I'm just playing these numbers, my friend's dad may actually pay more, or less. At these prices, we have a new bill to pay for: the Gas Bill.

I'm sure I'm not only speaking for myself when I state that these conditions kill wallets. We can't abandon our cars and automobiles because we need them to get by.

A dilemma that forces us to spend hundreds of dollars on gas. Although we can always drive smarter to preserve gas, it won't put a large dent into that $3,600. Sad but true...

DRIVING SMARTER, just a very few tips.

- Try not to surpass 43mph when driving, speeds above that causes your car to conquer a massive amount of wind resistance. As a result, more gas is used and ultimately more money is used.

- Don't let the dog (or even kids, although they're animals as well) stick its head out the window. To be more precise, don't keep windows open when driving at considerable speeds (50mph and higher). If you do, you allow air drag. Sadly, one of the effects of air drag is dropping mileage by almost 13%. Therefore, we must resist the urge to stick our heads out the car window.

- Try to maintain a steady speed. Just like turning on and off lights wastes power, speeding up and slowing down frequently, wastes gasoline and your money.

Although you will not save hundreds with these simple tips, you will save some money.

Some have turned to hybrids for the answer, but let's be honest, the initial 25 thousand to invest is too much for the average individual to bear. And so, we're stuck paying excessive gas prices.

Good news, It no longer has to be so...

Many individuals have turned to convert their vehicles to run on both water, and gas. By doing so, they've managed to double, and at rare times, even tripled their gas mileage!

Ever heard of hydrogen cars? I'm not telling you that you can run your car on 100% water. As of now, no vehicle can run on water alone, BUT, your engine can use water to work with the gasoline, saving you tons of money!

Folks often report a 50% increase in gas mileage, which is the usual result when used correctly.

Alright, so you're saving money, but the best thing is that your being environmentally friendly by consuming less gas.

Like I said before: "it no longer has to be so..." but it's really up to you, if you would like to find out more on converting your vehicle, be sure to read my Blog, Water As Gas

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Worried About Rising Car Petrol Bill – Try These

Car fuel bills have become a real pain these days, a big reason to worry and leave a big hole in your pocket. The monthly budget goes out of tune. With the petrol and diesel pries riding on high tide and always heading north, the situation is sure to get worse in near future. While nothing much can be done to control the rising fuel prices, below tips can surely help to decrease wastage and increase your car efficiency in turn reducing the cost of fuel on your pocket.

Cruise at 60 kilometer per hour

Cruising at 60 kilometer per hour results in smooth functioning of engine, thus reducing the fuel consumption. Increasing your cruising speed from 60 to 80 kilometer per hour will drive up consumption by 20 percent.

Change Gears Wisely

Driving in the top gear without putting pressure on the engine reduces fuel consumption and thus is a more efficient way of driving. A vehicle travelling at 55 kilometer per hour in fourth gear is likely to use 15-20% more fuel than at the same speed in fifth gear.

Keep the Tank Full

Keeping the tank filled up with fuel ensures that engine receives proper fuel supply and thus efficiency is not compromised.

Say no to Air Conditioner when not required

Using AC certainly leads to loss in efficiency. If the weather permits, its always better to turn it off and increase car's efficiency.

Roll up windows on Expressway

Driving on expressway while keeping the windows open puts more pressure on engine as the incoming strong breeze pushes the car in backward direction. Rolling up windows and turning on the air conditioner might be a better way of increasing fuel economy.

Avoid Rush Hours

it is a tried and tested method for saving petrol. Rush hour means more waiting time and travelling on lower gear instead of 4th or 5th and thus a marked increase in the fuel consumption. Thus avoid rush hours as far as possible to increase your car's fuel efficiency.

Take Care of Tyres

According to a survey, about 40% of tyres on the road are not inflated properly. This wastes fuel and decreases the car's furl efficiency. Air pressure in tyres should be checked once in every 15 days.

Keep the Engine in Tune

Regular check up of engine is a must and any tune ups required should be done immediately. This would keep the engine in good shape and car mileage would be up by around 5%.

Use Good Quality Oil

Engine oil is an essential ingredient of a car engine which helps in keeping the temperature under control. A good quality engine oil not only helps improving the efficiency but also keeps the engine in good shape for longer time.

Following these simple and easy points can surely improve a car's performance resulting in bringing down of the fuel expenditure by a sizeable margin. Happy Driving.

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