Cars


u-connect

Chrysler is giving a new and exciting reason to love its cars. Pretty soon Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles will have the U-connect web technology installed in them. Using either Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, passengers can already surf the web while on board the vehicle.
By being able to connect to the internet, passengers can find entertainment and information they need. The range for the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth is approximately 50 feet in all directions from the vehicle.

BMW 135i Cabriolet

We all know that BMW is one of the esteemed automobile makers in the market these days. So, if you want to own a vehicle of this brand, here’s the 2008 BMW 135i. This is a rear-wheel drive Cabriolet that is powered by a twin-turbo, 300-hp, 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine. This engine type is paired with the six-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic transmission that comes with a steering wheel paddle shifting. Does it appeal to you? Well, I sure hope it does!

Inflatable Electric Cars

Hybrid cars are very welcome addition to the fleet of cars cruising on the road. But how would it be if they get added with Inflatable Cars? Yes, inflatable cars that are made of air! XP Vehicles is the company that is venturing into this untried territory. At the present time, there’s still no prototype of this design, so we can just imagine what this inflatable car will look like. Basically, instead of steel, most of the materials to be used are similar to those employed by NASA for some of the space rovers. These materials are very durable that you won’t even experience fender-bender incidents. Well, at least that is what they said. And it will be powered by an electrically-charged engine.

water fuel car

In the midst of the rising prices of oils and the increased awareness of the effects of pollution from cars on the environment a Japanese company has come up with an exciting new solution to our biggest problem. It’s a water powered car. Now it may sound a bit fantastic –but the Japanese have always been good with technology- but this car can run on one liter of water from any source and will use this liter to run for one hour at 80 km/h. The car is designed to eliminate the hydrogen ions in the water and use them to power the engine.

Many automobile makers are now taking their hand in producing environmentally friendly vehicles, one that would not contribute anymore to pollution problem. Honda Motors Inc. is one of the companies that are taking in active part in giving solutions to pollution problems by producing the new FCX Clarity, the vehicle that runs on hydrogen and electricity. Just imagine that, no more gas! Because it runs on hydrogen, there’s no harmful emission as well. And according to Honda, this creation is also more twice as energy efficient as gas-electric hybrids and three times more efficient than vehicles that run on gasoline. Engineers were able to develop this through the new design of the fuel cell stack they came up with.

BMW Light Visionary Model

BMW unveils a new vehicle that will definitely catch your interest. The new Light Visionary Model is a concept car that can only be described as radical. BMW developed this car using the GINA principle or Geometry and Functions In “N” Adaptions. Except for the 8-cylinder powertrain package, everything else about the Visionary Model is all new. You’ll especially be awed by its physical appearance. I think this is the exact match if you are looking for a batman vehicle. Yes, it is really that sleek. What makes it so are the four large pieces of flexible material that stretch and contract at a flick of a switch. For its maximum function, the material is waterproof and temperature-resistant.

Bentley Continental Flying Spur

In 2005 Bentley released the first edition of its Continental Flying Spur lineup of sedans. That was three years ago, so they thought of upgrading the line. Yup, the 2009 edition of Bentley’s Continental Flying Spur is full of splendid changes. Bentley did not leave any spot untouched. In the exterior, the engineers designed a brand new grille, chrome outlines headlights and taillights. Another noticeable thing is the larger air intake at the front portion of the vehicle. Passenger comfort is ensured with the soundproof side and rear windows as well as wheel liners. And it has a 1,100 Naim sound system for the ultimate audio entertainment on the road!

Toyota Prius

Toyota is one of the major players when it comes to hybrid cars. In fact, some of its hybrid models are well-preferred by environmentalist celebrities. Among them is one of my favorite actresses, Julia Roberts. A Toyota Prius costs around $22, 305, but I’m sure Julia is not after the cost or the savings she can get from driving a gas/electric hybrid vehicle. For her it’s more about helping save the environment with less emission.

Sporty Ibiza SportCoupe

If you want to experience some Spanish spirit on the road you can check out the new Ibiza SportCoupe. This is the newest version released by Volkswagen’s Spanish subsidiary SEAT. From the previous 5-door model, SEAT comes up with a three-door supermini. Even at first glance you will notice the aggressive stance of the vehicle. On the outside, some may think that the front portion is similar to the five-door model. The big difference can be seen in the profile, in the small details of the window sill and the fender. Appearance-wise, the latest Ibiza SportCoupe is an impressive machine.

Hybrid cars and electric cars could be the answer to your needs if you are looking for ways to save on gas expenses. These cars are manufactured in such a way that they don’t make much use of oil anymore. The biggest automobile maker, General Motors, is exploring alternatives in the electric cars area. In fact, it has given the go signal for the mass development of its electric car the Chevrolet Volt! GM gave the affirmative that by 2010 the market can already experience driving one superb electric car. So far, only a prototype has been given a test drive.

Nissan Rogue

The word rogue has a negative connotation, and when this term is applied to a vehicle, it won’t inspire confidence. However, it is a different matter with the new 2008 Nissan Rogue. Its name is an anti-thesis to what it can really do for you on the road. This Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) made its debut at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show and now it’s finally out for the market’s consumption. When you see the vehicle, you’ll be truly amazed by the stylishly modern and sporty make-up, living up to its name – Rogue.

When you come into the interior you’ll experience the coziness of the leather power-heated seats. It has a good sound system that can serve as your entertainment while cruising. The instrument panel is well-placed and can be viewed easily even in the dark because of its reddish-orange illumination. Even at first glance, you’ll see that the Rogue’s interior is really designed for comfort.

Indian based company Tata has recently purchased luxury UK based car manufacturers Jaguar and Land Rover from car giant Ford. After months of negotiations since June 2007 India’s biggest vehicle maker has paid $2.3 billion, almost half the figure Ford paid for the duo, to assume control of the two firms.

The purchase will allow Tata to expand its growth in the automobile market outside of India and gives it the power to compete at a higher level with international competitors. The take over is made intriguing by the contrast between Tata and Jaguar. Tata in January released the world’s cheapest car in the Nano, which was priced at $2,500, where as Jaguars starting price for the new XF is more than $64,000. The Hybrid product of this takeover is one of the most highly anticipated developments in the car industry and, as Tata have shown, one of the most unpredictable too.

By Guest Writer Christopher

Electric Nissan Denki Cube Concept

Among Nissan’s automobile line-up, its newly debuted Denki Cube is definitely different. And I don’t say that in a negative way. The Denki Cube really stands out from the rest because of its unique design. The design is the first thing that will make you want to take a closer at it. Compared to the vehicles we usually see these days, the Denki Cube is really squarish in design, well, hence the name Cube. It is also surrounded by glass windows making it cozy and charming to look at. It also has a glass roof giving passengers an excellent view of the sky when cruising around. And another amazing thing about the Nissan Denki Cube is that it is an electronically operated vehicle.

Honda Civic 2007

One of the leading automobile makers, Honda, is facing some problems regarding its popular and best-selling auto model the Honda Civic. The company is sending letters to Honda Civic owners all over Britain, alerting them of the problem with the handbrakes. But this problem is only limited to the Honda Civics that were manufactured in 2006 to 2007 in the factory located in South Marston, close to Swindon.