Despite their growing popularity, there are some problems with hybrid cars that manufacturers need to overcome to gain a wider acceptance. While the technology is in place for seamless transfer of power from the electric motor to gasoline engine, the low power perceptions of hybrid energy vehicles remains one of the biggest problems with hybrid cars. Coupled with spotty service…
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Golf Carts Can Be Used Off The Course Too
A golf cart, or golf car, is a small, motorized vehicle used to carry golfers and personnel from one place to another on golf courses. These little vehicles were designed for those individuals who can’t or aren’t inclined to walk, such as senior citizens and the handicapped. Golf carts are typically two-seaters with room for at least two golf bags.…
Consider A Hybrid Car To Save Gas
Why you should consider a hybrid Vehicle… Hybrid vehicles work by combining a gas powered engine with an electric motor generator that gets power from a battery pack. You do not need to plug in or charge your hybrid, as most vehicles have the ability to charge themselves while you are driving. This onboard system is called RESS (rechargeable energy…
Mazda3 Included In Kbb Com S Most Researched Vehicles For 2006 S First Half
Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com) has just most recently revealed its list of the most researched vehicles for the first half of the year 2006. And the stylish Mazda Mazda3 has been included in the list. The Mazda Mazda3 is also marketed under the name Mazda Axela. It has been produced since 2003 and its predecessor includes the Mazda Familia which…
Auto Insurance Fraud
The reason why automobile insurance has become distinctive in its nature, can be simply stated by the fact that a victim might start paying much higher premiums for acquiring a costly claim but he or his family might still need to pay with their lives someday. Research: Ever since the introduction of automobiles into the modern world, Automobile Insurance fraud…
A Subjective Insight Of The Future Automobile
A subjective insight of the future automobile by Jeff Darling The future car, lets say a 2025 model will be a very different machine to its present day Grandfather. They will be packed with computers and safety devices ensuring that not even a stunt driver can crash, and they will run on carbon dioxide and emit strawberry scented oxygen. Well…
Car Buying Behaviours And The Celebrity Factor
Buying a car can be hard enough; do I want a hatchback, saloon, 4-door, 2-door, convertible, four-wheel drive? How much can I afford to pay for insurance? Furthermore, being given the hard sell in the dealership showroom can add more pressure. However, do we need the hard sell or have we already subconsciously made a decision on the car we…
Take The Information Superhighway To Driving Safely
Whether you’re thinking of buying a new car or just doing some research on your current one, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has a Web site that can help in several ways. Easy Access to Safety Ratings One of the site’s most convenient features is the 5 Star Crash Test and Rollover Ratings search…
Rubber Floor Mats Or Carpet Floor Mats
Regardless if you have just recently purchased a new car or are looking to spruce up your old vehicle, adding floor mats can make all the difference. Whether you are purchasing floor mats from a car dealership or a automotive shop, the options are usually large and may be confusing. Generally, there are two main categories of floor mats: rubber…
Solar Will It Ever Power Our Vehicles
As solar power has matured as a technology, companies have started applying it to more than just houses. Acting as an energy platform for our transport was an obvious application. Solar: Will It Ever Power Our Vehicles As an active technology, one of the first uses for solar power was on NASA spacecraft. Although not used for propelling the crafts,…