Along with that, there would also be a poster campaign so as to bring passersby and traffic take a look at the glamour and the kind of performance that the Mazda MX-5 has to offer. The video clips and the posters would also direct people to actually visit a site made especially for the campaign. This site is created and designed by Syzygy which is an interactive agency and company.
Friday, January 30, 2009
New High Priced Campaign For Mazda
Along with that, there would also be a poster campaign so as to bring passersby and traffic take a look at the glamour and the kind of performance that the Mazda MX-5 has to offer. The video clips and the posters would also direct people to actually visit a site made especially for the campaign. This site is created and designed by Syzygy which is an interactive agency and company.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Consumers Digest Magazine Announces '07 Automotive Best Buys
"Value, as we see it, is based on purchase price and ownership costs relative to quality, performance and subjective factors like comfort and design." Webber added, "Few purchases are more important, or require more research, than buying a new vehicle. Our analyses underscore our commitment to ensure that consumers are as satisfied with their auto purchase years after making it as they were on the day they drove off the lot."
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
What's New With Suzuki?
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
More Recalls For Chrysler And Ford
a huge portion of that whole is actually vehicles from the Chrysler Group which is part of the big corporation Daimler Chrysler AG. This is still in accordance to the statement given out by the NHTSA. However, the other small part left behind does belong to the financially unstable Ford Motor Company.In fact, these can actually allow the engine to stall during some condition types and in the process lead to a crash without much warning to the driver. During the mentioned recall, the company would be the one to shoulder costs with regards to reprogramming both software. The fuel pump module on the Chrysler Pacifica would also be replaced.
Other vehicles to be recalled include the Chrysler Sebring which is a sedan. There would be 2258 units of these to be recalled and the list would include those that were produced for the 2007 model year.
As per the Ford Motor Company, they would be taking back 422 units of the Ford Crown Victoria and the Mercury Grand Marquis. Only those that were from the 2007 model year would be recalled.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Kelis Will 'Push it to the Edge'
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Europe To Welcome Mazda BT-50 Pickup
This one held five seats and had four doors. The other version was the Mazda BT-50 L-Cab and the difference with this one was that its doors could be opened opposite each other. Most people who were able to take a look at the mentioned version were very much reminded of the Mazda RX-8 sports car. You see, aside from the doors, the latter version also had the fold-down seats in its second row.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Magnesium applications in the short term
Magnesium development needs some long-range vision, technical intelligence, and lots of work and money. Unfortunately, many of the producers are fighting for survival and it is difficult to justify the investment of large amounts of money in research and development. But without the vision and investment, plus a strong marketing effort, magnesium applications will continue to be slow in developing. The great immediate future for magnesium remains in the world autos. There is a need for light weight and there are many millions of cars produced each year. However, the auto industry has changed and it has less designers and materials people on companies' staff than was the case. To get more magnesium usage in automobiles, the magnesium industry must take a much more pro-active approach to the auto companies. This includes the direct cost and the overall usage cost. For example, a lightweight part on a car may cost more than aluminum, but the lighter weight may have many other advantages that would add value to the use of the magnesium part.
2. The application must be reducible to efficient manufacturing processes. This includes casting or fabrication rates, scrap, and finishing and assembly operations.
While magnesium does not burn unless it melts, finely divided powder and shaving created in fabrication operations can catch fire. In any case, it is an area that must be constantly addressed. As long as science teachers in high school classes continue to burn pieces of magnesium ribbon, the image of the bright white fire will far surpass any knowledge of the fire resistance of solid magnesium.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
GM To Offer Pluggable Hybrid Battery
GM is determined to retain its title as the largest automaker around the globe. To defend the title further, it will be actively look for more partners that will alleviate its standing. Taking lithium-ion technology to production is one of the significant endeavors that GM is concentrating on.
"These two agreements are by no means the only avenues we're pursuing," Gray said. "We are fully committed to forging the necessary partnerships to produce battery solutions that will meet our aggressive vehicle program targets."
"But a lot of testing and development is still needed., a joint venture between Chevron Technology Ventures and Energy Conversion Devices.At present, the automaker is developing a 2-mode hybrid system with DaimlerChrysler and BMW Group. Said system will be used in front-, rear- and four-wheel drive applications in a portfolio of car and truck models. It is set to make its debut late this year in the Chevrolet Tahoe/GMC Yukon Hybrid SUVs. GM, founded in 1908, employs about 326,999 people worldwide. With global headquarters at the Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan, USA, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 33 countries. GM brands include Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Holden, Hummer, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Multi Fuel Prototype another first for Volvo
This vehicle is capable of providing real-world performance and range. As a matter of fact, even car aficionados thought that Volvo will not be able to produce a vehicle that could surpass the border of the 3CC Concept. But as always, the automaker has proven them wrong when it presented its practical, family-friendly station wagon that runs on five different fuels---the Multi Fuel Prototype.
Besides the ability to run on five different fuels, another notable feature of the Multi Fuel Prototype is its relatively consistent high-performance no matter what the fuel used. Volvo said that the turbocharged engine prototype is producing about 200 horsepower and sufficient enough to power up the wagon.
The automaker is also confident that its Prototype will be able to pass the upcoming EuroV emissions regulations. The mentioned fuels also possess qualities that can make them carbon neutral. What does it mean? It means that the amount of carbon emitted when the fuel is burned is equivalent to the amount acquired by the crops used to make the fuel.
The car can run using E85 bioethanol. By using bioethanol it generates approximately 80 percent fewer carbon dioxide emissions as compared to gasoline. Another Volvo's green pride is the S60 B-Fuel which is powered by gasoline and biomethane. The biomethane reduced tailpipe emissions of carbon dioxide by almost 25 percent as compared to gasoline fuel emissions.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Honda Starts Hiring Workers For Its Indiana Plant
"We are committed to recruiting candidates from diverse backgrounds to become part of our team," McCoy stated in his announcement. This proclamation shows that true to its image, the car maker is an equal opportunity employer.Vehicles that will be produced at the said plant will be for the 2009 model year. The construction of the vehicles, which up to now Honda has yet to name, will start in fall of 2008. So far, the only information they have given which pertains to the vehicles is that they will be producing cars equipped with fuel-efficient four-cylinder engines.The assembly plant is being constructed on a 1,700 acre site in Decatur County, found on the northwest part of Greensburg. This will be the sixth plant in the United States of the Asian auto manufacturer.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Chevrolet Impala SS Ready for NASCAR 2007 Season
Friday, January 16, 2009
Volkswagen Jetta Now Comes with a Sporty Wagon Model
Talking about the top selling Volkswagen model in the U.S., Volkswagen Group has recently presented the 2008 VW Jetta SportWagen at the 2007 New York International Auto Show that at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in Manhattan. According to Volkswagen the 2008 VW Jetta SportWagen "mixes practicality with European style and balances both elegance and sportiness. Its exceptional ride and handling and segment-leading safety features, along with its design are perfect for those with an active lifestyle."
The sales was dominated by the Volkswagen Jetta compact car, which has sold 21,564 units, making it as the top selling model from the Wolfsburg-based car maker.First is the 2.5-liter 5-cylinder engine capable of pumping out a maximum of 170 hp. This engine is an upgraded version of the same engine found on other VW Jetta models. Other available engine types include the 2.0T 4-cylinder engine with 200 hp, and the 2.0L clean diesel engine.In addition, the cargo area can be extended up to 66.9 cubic feet when the rear seat has been folded down. Moreover, Volkswagen is also offering an optional fold-flat front passenger seat with "V-Tex" leatherette seating that provides additional cargo room. Other features of the 2008 VW Jetta SportWagen include eight-way adjustable front seats with lumbar support adjustments, a height and telescoping steering wheel, anti-theft vehicle alarm, cruise control, CD player, traction control, and four-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS).
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Guarding the Tail Light with a Toyota Tail Light Guard
Mounting a tail light guard will surely upgrade the looks of an SUV and will protect the tail lights at the same time. The design and construction of the guard can also complement the other parts of the vehicle such as the grille guard, bull bar, or bumper guard. Tail light guards reflect a sleek and smooth appearance because they have mitered corners and smooth-sanded welds. Installing them will not require any drilling because the existing holes in the tail light assembly can be used for the mounting.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
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About Mazda Motor Corporation A Japanese auto mobile manufacturer, Mazda Motor Corporation is based in Hiroshima, Japan. With sales divided among Japan, Europe and North America, the company is expected to manufacture 1.25 million vehicles per annum. Thirty three point four (33.4) percent of the company is owned according to controlling interest by Ford Motor Company.
The company's name is derived from the transcendental God of Zoroastrianism, Ahura Mazda. It is also believed that Mazda coincides with the anglicized pronunciation of Zoroastrianism founder's name, Jujiro Matsuda, and opted to rename it in honor of both his family and the believers of Zoroastrianism.It is owned by its members, and is a non-profit organization. They set standards by establishing rules and procedures that would confirm tracks and conduct yearly championships for various types of kart racing. All over the United States, the WKA has more than 10,000 active members and 120 approved tracks. This is what makes it the largest sanctioning body for kart racing in the entire country and belong to largest sanctioning body in the world.Sunday, January 11, 2009
Can You Buy a Car Online
Friday, January 9, 2009
Nissan Debuts New Mini Wagon
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Classic Car Restoration
car restoration, each one should be applied individually depending on the kind of project, budget and purpose. These are the top 10 tips for those classic car aficionados who want to reverse the effects of 'the sands of time' on their vehicles:
1. Sit down, grab a piece of paper, a parts catalog which would be relevant to the model you want to restore and run some numbers within your budget.
2. After inspecting the vehicle, it is also important to decide whether you have a 'solid' car which can be restored without replacing the entire frame, floor, axles, etc. It would amaze you how this step can save you major dollars (Euros, Yens, etc.).
3. Decide whether you want to work with a "friend who knows how to repair cars" or a professional. It is often recommended not to involve friends and family on such projects as the time and money invested on this process may cause some trouble if the right procedures are not followed.
4. Start the restoration process, if possible follow a 2 step procedure (part replacement and chassis adjustments). Visit the car shop as often as possible to make sure the right work is being done.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Car Body Parts
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Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Car Lifts And Other Equipment Needed When Starting A Garage
another important addition to any successful repair shop. You may also want to include additional items such as gas pumps, wheel changers and balancers, and detailing equipment to make additional money on the side by increasing the number of services offered.It can also save time. You will need to decide what style and
how many to have on hand. This will depend on the style of car lift parts you choose because of the space you'll have
available, the types of vehicles you will be working on, and how much time you would like to spend per customer.
Tips for Buy Auto body Parts
it is strongly recommended to seek professional help prior to taking any action. Similar to what we do when we are not experts or unsure of some things that need accurate decisions, seeking help from professionals is always on the brighter side. Replacements should be the last alternative in case finding genuine auto parts is impossible. But these days, genuine auto parts are easily found.Professionals can provide you with concrete ideas on the necessity and best alternative for an auto part you are trying to purchase.One advantage of online stores is the number of stores offering a certain product. Since it houses thousands of sellers from around the globe or just a specific area, you are positive to finding the part you need that may not be available from stores nearest you.If you do the purchase online, it is strong advised to check the model and type of the car and gather enough detail about the auto part you are trying to purchase.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
I am the Car Czar
I should also point out that the president-elect doesn't even know me. A nimble, results-oriented Administration like O's has the smarts to hire political enemies when they're just plain the best candidates for the job; same goes for hiring loose cannons from out in the ether who fraudulently announce their appointments to the Administration on the internet.
Three auto makers as they burn through government bailout money (Ford hasn't taken the bait yet, but I've decided to oversee them anyway). I not only get to watch where the money goes ... I get to say where the money goes. As in, hey ... this car's crap ... can it. That car was a bad idea in the first place. Make more of this car, but don't make it with a fake convertible top, and put some decent mag wheels on it.
You have to admit, it's every bit as effective as, "Listen," as in "Listen. Billy Pilgrim has become unstuck in time." You have to pay attention). Let's get right to the essentials of our new automotive landscape:
Friday, January 2, 2009
Easy Auto Insurance Help of Internet
If you have an insurance policy and are supposed to be at a fault in an accident, then the auto insurance company will pay you for the medical bills and the work time, which is lost. The insurance covers, which deal with these types of policies, generally depend on the driver and the passengers of both the vehicles.
It is very much important that when you switch over to a new company to get the insurance policy and the best time for switching to the new insurance company is the time when your present policy is going to expire in a very less time. And one thing, which should be taken into consideration, is that you should cancel your current policy from the old auto insurance company before going for a new one.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Ways to Save Money on Business Computers
Avoid the Bleeding Edge
A simple formula in the IT (Information Technology) world is that today's fastest, most glamorous, hardware is going to cost you - big. The simple truth is that the most up to date equipment will be much less expensive in 6 months and for most applications, will work just as well if bought then.Some businesses are even buying and using off-lease (used) computers as commodity items. This can be an effective cost saving measure if the computers are used primarily for bookkeeping, word processing, etc. Standardize
While this is often easier said than done, the benefits of staying with similar hardware across the business can't be understated.Each computer will need to be assessed to determine what can be upgraded and what parts will be needed when on a more standardized network, it would be much less time consuming (and expensive) to simply determine what needs to be upgraded and apply the same upgrade to all of the computers on the network.
Virtualize
You would probably be surprised to know that many server CPUs are heavily underutilized; their workload is so small that the CPU spends a great deal of time idle. Virtualization can solve that problem, make the server room greener, save money, and even make disaster recovery far easier than even before.
Virtualization is described by Tech Republic as "... a method of running multiple independent virtual operating systems on a single physical computer."At the heart of it, any one of these servers is simply a bunch of files rather than physical computers and as such they can be restored to a previous state very easily.Monitor
There literally is nothing more expensive to a business from a computing perspective than downtime. The sad truth is that most situations that result in downtime are preventable and would be caught with a proper monitoring protocol in place.Consider Software Alternatives
Ah yes, possibly my favourite subject. There are literally thousands of free and open source software packages out there that do their jobs as well if not better than their commercial cousins. Some of the world's most powerful and important servers run on free software.Let me give you two very simple examples. Many people have spent money for programs that create zipped archive files. A free alternative is 7-Zip which has one of the best compression techniques available. On a similar note, CDBurnerXP is free CD/DVD burning software that rivals the best of breed commercial available out there.