Tokyo Motor Show Presents the Future

Wonder where you can find the cars of the future? They are at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show. At this year’s motor show, automakers embraced the wacky, weird and gorgeous futuristic cars.Nissan Motor Co. introduced the egg-shaped Pivo 2, which can turn its wheels sideways to slot into a parking space. Inside the car is a "robotic agent" that recognizes that recognizes the driver’s face, senses his mood and speak to him.Honda Motor Co. flaunted the Puyo which features a gel-filled, squashable body covering as well as ludicrously small wheels at each corner. The "silky feel" interior is similarly flexible, with controls increasing through the stretching membrane when the fuel-cell Puyo starts up.Toyota Motor Corp., not wanting to be upstaged, showcased the RiN that is said to encourage drivers to "to re-evaluate themselves and... to turn their attention to society and nature, producing a healthy rhythm for both mind and body".One of the stunners at the motor show was the Audi Metro Project quattro. This car has more normal proportions than the lightweight A2, which was a car before its time, and with its giant, mesh-filled front grille and shapely roofline. It is quite the sporty coupe but it is a Quattro as well. But not as aficionados know it. The 1.4-litre engine is borrowed from the Volkswagen Golf and has 150 base horsepower, but there is also a 41 base horsepower electric motor. So it is a hybrid, and CO2 emissions are calculated at an average 112g/km by the EC official test method.The crush around the Audi was almost frightening; the crush around the Nissan GT-R was even greater, but then this is the latest incarnation of Japan's most cult-sustaining supercar, said John Simister of The Independent. This version has a 480bhp, twin-turbo, 3.8-litre V6 and is designed to be able to maintain more than 180mph, whatever the outside temperature may be.Mitsubishi Motor Corp. presented an electric coupé version of the i-car dubbed as the MiEV and Concept ZT, a ruggedly handsome wagon which is destined for production as a new Sigma. It flaunts a "clean" diesel engine, showing that the previously diesel-hating Japanese car market is slowly recognizing the diesel engine's advantages, provided it does not pollute.Mazda Motor Corp.'s Taiki joined the three other concept cars in the company's Nagare – it means "embodiment of movement" series. More than any of the others, this latest interpretation, with its rear wheels remote from the body in separate pods, looks as if its body was moulded by the passage of wind or water, said Simister. Whether future production Mazdas will be able to use this idea will be interesting to observe, he continued.The future is just around the corner. And expect things to evolve with it soon. In less than no time, water pump Canada and other auto parts accessories may not be the same as what they are today.

How to buy a new vehicle

The cost of a new car nowadays equals about what my parents paid for their first home. It is not a purchase to be taken lightly. You want to do everything possible to ensure you get a great deal.Never rush your decision. If you are completely without transportation, rent a vehicle until you find the right car. When you rush a purchase, you usually end up on the losing end of the deal.Thanks to the Internet, you can uncover the typical retail cost of a specific make and model. With a little digging, you can find out the wholesale cost as well. This information makes you a powerful negotiator.You want a win win situation with the car dealership. They need to make some profit, and you need to feel you paid a fair price. It is fair to negotiate to a price that is 500 dollars above dealer cost or about 20 percent off the sticker price. So take along your calculator when you shop.If the only cars on the lot have expensive options you do not care for, you might want to order a car to your specifications. You might wait a bit, but will save money on options you do not need.Check with the dealership to see if you can return the car if you do not like it. I did this once. The car I purchased ended up less comfortable than my old car, so the next morning I took it back for my check and my trade in. Many dealerships now offer this option.You may have heard the advice to shop the last day of the month for better deals. It's true that you might get a better deal from a salesman then. As far as trade ins go, do your research here, too. Knowing the value of your old car makes it easier to negotiate a better price for it. Try not to talk about a trade in possibility until you get a purchase price. I researched the value of my little red Corolla and found that it was 3500 dollars. One dealership offered me 1200 dollars because they would have to repaint it. Another dealership offered me 3500 dollars and complimented me on taking such good care of the engine. Stick to your guns when it comes to getting the value of your trade in, especially if you have had your car serviced regularly.You may want to advertise your older car and sell it privately. Typically you can get a better price this way, but it may take a little time.A service contract will likely be brought into the negotiation. The consumer information I have read discourages buying an extra contract on a new car, as it is not likely a problem will occur during the first months of use.Whatever you do, always read the fine print of any contract before signing it. Ask a bazillion questions about what certain phrases mean if you do not understand something. Simply because the car just rolled off the factory line does not mean you should buy it without asking questions. Keep on your toes during the negotiation process. There is nothing like the thrill of getting a new car and creating a win win situation for you and the dealer.

Audi Unveils Smart Car Phone

Luxury carmaker Audi AG recently unleashed a smart phone for cars. This Sony Ericsson-made device takes car/phone integration to deliver utmost information and entertainment.The device offers a mobile phone, car navigation system and video player, as well as being a verification system when starting the car and a remote device for air-conditioning and music selection. According to the automaker, the device also works outside the car. Matter of fact, a 3G module inside the vehicle can send location details to the phone if it is stolen. If the owner is within a hotspot, he can access all in-car functions outside.If the car is stolen, for instance, and goes outside of the WLAN connection area, a 3G mobile phone access module equipped with the car will automatically turn on and inform the car's present location to the terminal. Users can maneuver the terminal using its touch panel screen and the attached stylus pen. Given the audio player capability displayed as "Walkman," the showcased terminal is a product of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of the United Kingdom. This time around, the German automaker is not just focusing on improving the Audi coupe radiator, engine, styling and ergonomics of its lineup; the company will be boosting its in-car information and entertainment features.The "Metro Project Quattro" plug-in hybrid concept car that the automaker unveiled for the first time at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show is equipped with the said "Audi mobile device," a dedicated detachable terminal, at the vehicle’s center console.The terminal works as a verification system when starting the engine and supports mobile phone, car navigation system and video player capabilities, said Tech-on. These capabilities can also be operated from outside the car. With a port located at the center console inside the car, the terminal can be fit in there. The Audi mobile device can render images shot with the camera set inside the car, as well as letting users remotely set automobile air conditioner and music programs playback from outside the car. Communications between the car and the terminal uses wireless LAN (WLAN). Audi's adverts often boast of the number of patents clocked up by the German automaker. Innovations and milestones are continuous. And more are expected to come. As the competition in the automotive industry gets tougher and tougher, automakers in partnership with significant companies are expected to produce quality and fresh features to win back aficionados.

Chrysler to cut more jobs-Another Private Equity victim?

Just went through this article from BBC. Guess these PE guys are on the run.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/7073406.stm

Chevrolet engines

I hope that the following article will help you to better understand this topic. There are many people who love drive in cars which are reasoned as being reliable. Of the many brands which you will see on the roads is that of Chevy. This well known brand of automobiles has proved its reliableness time and time again. While the integral car is of importance the Chevy engines which you will find under the hoods of the cars are the more significant aspect to look at. These assorted Chevy engines that you will see are configured to bring power and mastery of the car to the driver. And since people have variable concerns for the surround you will find that the Chevy engines can be found in Three types. The more environmentally safe engine version is that of an electric Hybrid engine. You also will find that Chevy engines work with a diesel engine and that of a gasoline engine. While these are the main types of engines that you can find under the hood of a Chevy these dissimilar engines function in variable ways. The exterior of the auto will not help you to discover which kind of Chevy engines can be found for the unlike models of cars that you will see. In order to get some info about these engines you should read books and documents about Chevy engines. When you look at the unlike Chevy engines you will find engines which are configured to provide you with a good deal of raw power. These powerful engines can be ones like the Chevy 350. This is one of the Chevy engines which will provide your car with dozens of H.P. when you truly need it. While this is just a small example of the types of Chevy engines that you can put in in your car there is a host of dissimilar models. These models can be from car designs as far back as 1963. You will also find V6 and V8 engines as well as the L3 and L4 versions. For all of these unlike Chevy engines you should expect to find prices which are slightly expensive. If you are in need of a good engine for your Chevy then looking for an engine at these prices is not going to be a problem. On the other hand you can look at the diverse remodeled Chevy engines to find one that is best for your car and your pocket. When you select the right engine you will have the ability of turning your everyday Chevy into a high performance vehicle

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