2009 Mazda RX8 vs Nissan 350Z Video

September 1st, 2008

This comparison test of the 2009 Mazda RX8 vs Nissan 350Z has been made by Tiff Needell from Fifth Gear. Mr. Needell feels the 2009 Mazda RX8 offers a much better ride than the 350Z and the car feels more balanced.

The 2009 Mazda RX8 is powered by 232 hp engine that is coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission while the Nissan 350Z packs 309 bhp.

To see which car wins the battle, watch the 2009 Mazda RX8 vs Nissan 350Z video after the jump.

Production of 2,000 Mitsubishi i MiEV in 2009

August 28th, 2008

Mitsubishi announced that it plans to produce 2,000 i MiEV electric vehicles in 2009. President Osamu Masuko said the Mitsubishi i MiEV electric car will be launched on the home market, Japan, next year.

The production of the Mitsubishi i MiEV will rise to 4,000 units in 2010 and then it will go into mass production. Most of the units will go on the home market priced at around 3 million yen.

The Mitsubishi i MiEV will go on sale in 2010 at a reduced price.

The Mitsubishi i MiEV will begin testing in Europe in October with a total of 12 units that will drive across Britain, France and Germany.

Your Car’s Drive Train

August 18th, 2008

Common Problems:
• Wear hurts manual transmission mainly in the synchronizers. The maim purpose of synchronizers is making shift easier and gear clash preventing. Usually they are made of brass and over time they get worm which leads to grinding and hard shifting.
• Slipping and uncertain shifting can also be caused by worn-out automatic transmission.

• Over time universal joints [...]

Lamborghini at 2008 Pebble Beach

August 15th, 2008

Lamborghini announced today that it will be a featured marque at the 2008 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on Sunday, August 17, 2008, at The Lodge at Pebble Beach. Lamborghini will bring for the show the newly launched 2009 Gallardo LP560-4, the Reventon and the historic Lamborghini P140 prototype.

With this occasion Lamborghini also announced that the new 2009 Gallardo LP560-4 will become available in U.S. dealerships at the end of the summer.

New or Used Car. Pros and Cons

August 11th, 2008

There are negative and positive features in buying both a new and a used vehicle and your decision will depend on careful consideration of all the advantages and disadvantages. We offer you some most important factors to think over.

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You have just bought a brand new vehicle, sat at the wheel, driven off and immediately [...]

Airbag Safety and Your Kids

August 11th, 2008

Of course invention of airbags has saved a lot of human lives however currently the problem of their safety for children is being widely discussed.
Some experts state that the airbags due to their inflation speed and weigh can cause serious injures or even fatal cases.

In this article we want to discuss the problem of airbags [...]

Helps Individuals Get Auto Insurance

July 31st, 2008

Getting auto insurance is never easy especially to those who are not yet familiar with the process of getting one. Some car owners do not have enough time to get their auto insurance of their own. However, this will not be a problem anymore because American Car Quotes helps individuals get auto insurance that they need. They are willing to lend some help to car owners according to their needs.

When comparing prices from one insurance company to another, it takes a lot of time and effort to answer those numerous questionnaires provided by the insurance companies. That was the process way-way back before. And it is frustrating to know that a company could not cover your car or will charge you higher for the coverage. Another frustrating thing is that before, nobody helps individuals get auto insurance. If you need to have one, you should process it yourself.

Good thing American Car Quotes is now here that helps individuals get auto insurance. They will be the done to get things done for you. Visit their website to know more about American Car Quotes. They also have some advice to guide you about auto insurance issues. American Car Quote will surely make things easier when getting auto insurance.

Do You Want Some Art for Your Vespa?

July 28th, 2008

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Thanks to:www.pimpmyscoota.com

Really Cool Vespa Lamps

July 28th, 2008

Just saw this and I want one. I wonder if they do one in green?

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Find out more: http://www.lamponislamps.com

Driving Ergonomics

July 28th, 2008

 What is ergonomics? We usually use this term talking about labour safety and health aspects of the workplace. Generally it is applied to describe the work station, equipment and other items used at it and underlines that all these things should be operated safely and comfortably in order to provide less risk of being injured [...]