Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Mobility Scooters That Make It In The Fast Lane
Mobility scooters have made a tremendously positive impact on the ability of those with physical challenges to perform their daily activities and participate in social events. Although mobility scooters are intended to be of physical assistance and are not manufactured or designed essentially for speed, many experienced riders already know and enjoy the benefits they receive from their mobility scooter, but they may wish they could move just a little bit quicker. There are a few mobility scooters that are faster than others. Fast mobility scooters might be appreciated by those who use their scooter to run local errands or for those who visit parks, golf courses, playgrounds and other outdoor attractions where a good amount of territory is generally covered at a moderate pace throughout the course of the visit. A fast mobility scooter will allow the user to keep up with friends and family and enjoy many of the same sites.
When we are considering fast as it relates to electric mobility scooters, it is important to note that electric mobility scooters range in power and speed from approximately 5 mph to about 13 mph. The faster models are generally intended for outdoor use as opposed to indoor use, where traveling speed is usually not a very high concern.
As a general guideline, rear wheel drive mobility scooters will tend to be faster than front wheel drive models. Front wheel drive models tend to have a less powerful motor providing power to the front wheel or wheels which pull the rider and the scooter. Whereas a rear wheel drive mobility scooter is driven by the rear wheels which push, as opposed to pull, the combined weight of the scooter and the rider. This motor and wheel configuration also permits the use of a larger motor and therefore distributes more power.
Pride Mobility Products Corporation knows a little bit about speed. This fast growing company was founded in 1986 and has taken the fast track to over $76 million in annual sales! Their brand name is almost synonymous with mobility scooters. Pride Mobility produces a wide variety of mobility scooters that can be used on just about any terrain. Amongst those who have purchased Pride’s brand of mobility scooters are the elderly and disabled including well known celebrities like scientist Stephen Hawking and actor Verne Troyer of ‘Austin Powers’ fame.
Pride Mobility offers a fast mobility scooter introduced as the Wrangler PMV. For approximately $3500 you can be traveling at 10 mph. The Wrangler is a rugged mobility scooter intended for outdoor use. Thirteen inch deep tread tires help to make the Wrangler reliable and fast even on the roughest terrain. It uses two 100AH batteries and has two motors for ultimate traction. The seven inch ground clearance will help to ensure that you don’t get stuck in a tough spot. The rugged construction of the Pride Mobility Wrangler line of mobility scooters does not compromise the comfort and convenience that are incorporated into all of Pride’s designs. The Wrangler comes standard with a high back seat that is available in your choice of size and color and with flip back arm rests and a head rest for comfort. For those who still enjoy golfing but not the travel on the course, additional options available for the Wrangler include a golf bag holder that will turn your mobility scooter into the ultimate golf cart making the Wrangler a fast, convenient and personalized way to get to the 18th hole!
When we are considering fast as it relates to electric mobility scooters, it is important to note that electric mobility scooters range in power and speed from approximately 5 mph to about 13 mph. The faster models are generally intended for outdoor use as opposed to indoor use, where traveling speed is usually not a very high concern.
As a general guideline, rear wheel drive mobility scooters will tend to be faster than front wheel drive models. Front wheel drive models tend to have a less powerful motor providing power to the front wheel or wheels which pull the rider and the scooter. Whereas a rear wheel drive mobility scooter is driven by the rear wheels which push, as opposed to pull, the combined weight of the scooter and the rider. This motor and wheel configuration also permits the use of a larger motor and therefore distributes more power.
Pride Mobility Products Corporation knows a little bit about speed. This fast growing company was founded in 1986 and has taken the fast track to over $76 million in annual sales! Their brand name is almost synonymous with mobility scooters. Pride Mobility produces a wide variety of mobility scooters that can be used on just about any terrain. Amongst those who have purchased Pride’s brand of mobility scooters are the elderly and disabled including well known celebrities like scientist Stephen Hawking and actor Verne Troyer of ‘Austin Powers’ fame.
Pride Mobility offers a fast mobility scooter introduced as the Wrangler PMV. For approximately $3500 you can be traveling at 10 mph. The Wrangler is a rugged mobility scooter intended for outdoor use. Thirteen inch deep tread tires help to make the Wrangler reliable and fast even on the roughest terrain. It uses two 100AH batteries and has two motors for ultimate traction. The seven inch ground clearance will help to ensure that you don’t get stuck in a tough spot. The rugged construction of the Pride Mobility Wrangler line of mobility scooters does not compromise the comfort and convenience that are incorporated into all of Pride’s designs. The Wrangler comes standard with a high back seat that is available in your choice of size and color and with flip back arm rests and a head rest for comfort. For those who still enjoy golfing but not the travel on the course, additional options available for the Wrangler include a golf bag holder that will turn your mobility scooter into the ultimate golf cart making the Wrangler a fast, convenient and personalized way to get to the 18th hole!
Sunday, August 8, 2010
CTM Mobility Scooters
If an individual is looking for a scooter that is made by a company that is reliable and dependable, then they may need to look no further than CTM mobility scooters. the models that they are able to produce can be purchased by the general public at large. The company understands that individuals need different things. One person will need such a device for the rest of their life, while another person may just need it for a few months.
There are so many different people with specific needs, and if a company does not offer different models when it comes to their mobility scooters, they will not be able to appeal to as many consumers as they would otherwise have been able to do. As a result, companies such as CTM have been able to come up with different designs and different models to offer their customers. However, this does not stay limited to the way that the CTM mobility scooters are able to look and appear. Rather, they are also different when it comes to the motors that are offered and the power source of the individual CTM mobility scooters. For those who do not need them, these things may seem like simple and trivial aspects of such devices that do not really matter in the long run. But to those that are familiar with the CTM mobility scooters and who do need one in order to get around and be transported from one place to another, the knowledge that these different aspects are very important and useful when it comes to making a decision as to which type of scooter would best suit their immediate needs as well as their financial planning procedures.
There are two different types of power sources when it comes to mobility scooters, and the type that is best for the individual will vary from person to person, since different things are convenient to different people. Batteries will run some of the mobility scooters, while others will need to be charged for a period of time before they are used. In cases that rely on the power source as an important and vital piece to the decision making process, individuals that do not have the time to keep their mobility scooter charged, individuals that are constantly on the go, would likely be better off with a battery that can be replaced as opposed to one that needs to be charged every so often.
There are also differences when it comes to the motors of the scooters. Some people will be much more demanding of their scooters as opposed to others. Just for example, if a person is using their scooter all the time and they have a lot of hills on their property, they will likely need a more powerful motor in their scooter in order to keep them effective. By contrast, if a person is going to be moving on flat surfaces for the most part and they will not be very demanding on their scooter, they would be just as happy with a mobility scooter that does not use such a strong motor, since it would effective be a waste of money if they never need to use its extra capabilities in motor form.
There are so many different people with specific needs, and if a company does not offer different models when it comes to their mobility scooters, they will not be able to appeal to as many consumers as they would otherwise have been able to do. As a result, companies such as CTM have been able to come up with different designs and different models to offer their customers. However, this does not stay limited to the way that the CTM mobility scooters are able to look and appear. Rather, they are also different when it comes to the motors that are offered and the power source of the individual CTM mobility scooters. For those who do not need them, these things may seem like simple and trivial aspects of such devices that do not really matter in the long run. But to those that are familiar with the CTM mobility scooters and who do need one in order to get around and be transported from one place to another, the knowledge that these different aspects are very important and useful when it comes to making a decision as to which type of scooter would best suit their immediate needs as well as their financial planning procedures.
There are two different types of power sources when it comes to mobility scooters, and the type that is best for the individual will vary from person to person, since different things are convenient to different people. Batteries will run some of the mobility scooters, while others will need to be charged for a period of time before they are used. In cases that rely on the power source as an important and vital piece to the decision making process, individuals that do not have the time to keep their mobility scooter charged, individuals that are constantly on the go, would likely be better off with a battery that can be replaced as opposed to one that needs to be charged every so often.
There are also differences when it comes to the motors of the scooters. Some people will be much more demanding of their scooters as opposed to others. Just for example, if a person is using their scooter all the time and they have a lot of hills on their property, they will likely need a more powerful motor in their scooter in order to keep them effective. By contrast, if a person is going to be moving on flat surfaces for the most part and they will not be very demanding on their scooter, they would be just as happy with a mobility scooter that does not use such a strong motor, since it would effective be a waste of money if they never need to use its extra capabilities in motor form.
The Benefits Of 4 Wheel Mobility Scooters
In stores, we will often come across experiences wherein we observe an individual that is sitting down in a scooter and going about their shopping process. Sometimes there is a basket attached to the scooter and other times there are not. We will see them move up and down the aisles, and for the safety of themselves and others they will often beep when they are backing up in order to alert others. The 4 wheel mobility scooters enable a person to ride along on the scooter much in the manner or a small and personalized car.
The four wheels provide a comfortable situation for the individual to be in, and they easily allow the person to go backwards, forwards, left and right. This is very beneficial for individuals that are hurt, and still need to go grocery shopping. For example, if a person breaks one or both of their legs, this will have no effect on their eating schedule. Even while their legs heal, they will likely still need to eat, play and work. Having an injury should not prevent a person from performing any of these processes. The application of a 4 wheel mobility scooter will enable the individual to focus on just these necessary things. There are different types of scooters that exist on the market today, and 4 wheel mobility scooters were some of the first ones that were produced and put on the market for individuals to invest in when it comes to personalized transportation and assistance. Not only are they reliable and durable, but they have been around long enough for the manufacturers to understand what is and is not helpful in designing these items.
There are more places than individuals may know exist when it comes to outlets for purchasing these types of mobility scooters. Some of us may have observed the commercials on television late at night talking about these mobility scooters, but we are not just limited to purchasing these devices from late night infomercials. The truth is that there are a number of companies that make these available new to individuals, but there are even more places from which a person can purchase a used mobility scooter with 4 wheels, including from a newspaper’s classified ads section, an online auction site or item forum, or from an online store that is selling 4 wheel mobility scooters.
The reasons for individuals wanting to purchase these items vary, but for the most part they are purchased by individuals that are caused pain when they are on their feet for a long period of time. For example, individuals that have any broken bones in their body from the waist down and are trying to heal can benefit. So, too, can individuals that are considered to be overweight, since in some situations this can cause stress and strain on the body, doing more harm than good when it comes to walking around grocery shopping, for example. The advantages that this type of device can provide to the individual can vary from person to person, but there are many advantages to discover.
The four wheels provide a comfortable situation for the individual to be in, and they easily allow the person to go backwards, forwards, left and right. This is very beneficial for individuals that are hurt, and still need to go grocery shopping. For example, if a person breaks one or both of their legs, this will have no effect on their eating schedule. Even while their legs heal, they will likely still need to eat, play and work. Having an injury should not prevent a person from performing any of these processes. The application of a 4 wheel mobility scooter will enable the individual to focus on just these necessary things. There are different types of scooters that exist on the market today, and 4 wheel mobility scooters were some of the first ones that were produced and put on the market for individuals to invest in when it comes to personalized transportation and assistance. Not only are they reliable and durable, but they have been around long enough for the manufacturers to understand what is and is not helpful in designing these items.
There are more places than individuals may know exist when it comes to outlets for purchasing these types of mobility scooters. Some of us may have observed the commercials on television late at night talking about these mobility scooters, but we are not just limited to purchasing these devices from late night infomercials. The truth is that there are a number of companies that make these available new to individuals, but there are even more places from which a person can purchase a used mobility scooter with 4 wheels, including from a newspaper’s classified ads section, an online auction site or item forum, or from an online store that is selling 4 wheel mobility scooters.
The reasons for individuals wanting to purchase these items vary, but for the most part they are purchased by individuals that are caused pain when they are on their feet for a long period of time. For example, individuals that have any broken bones in their body from the waist down and are trying to heal can benefit. So, too, can individuals that are considered to be overweight, since in some situations this can cause stress and strain on the body, doing more harm than good when it comes to walking around grocery shopping, for example. The advantages that this type of device can provide to the individual can vary from person to person, but there are many advantages to discover.
How Can I Find Used Electric Mobility Scooters?
There are a number of different types of mobility scooters. Each has their own advantages and disadvantages, which can be looked at objectively by individual parties and those who are interested in purchasing the items. However, they often can be very expensive. Most people that have looked into purchasing these types of items have noticed that they can be quite an investment. While there are some situations in which an individual’s insurance company will either pay for or help the individual pay for such an apparatus, there are many people that are required to pay for the item on their own if they wish to use one or feel like they are needing such an item in their home in order to help them get around and go from one place to another with a sense of ease and convenience.
Because of the cost, many people will actually be able to benefit from purchasing used electric mobility scooters. These are scooters, powered by electricity which is typically charged for a period of time before the scooter is used to transport the owner, that have been handled before by previous owners. They are discounted in price because they have been used. In most cases, these scooters are still in very good condition and will meet all the requirements that the individual has as for why they need such a device, but the used electric mobility scooters will actually cost much less for the individual. Not unlike the degradation in the value of cars, a used scooter is simply cheaper than a new scooter, and the reason for this is typically not because the scooter works any less effectively than the new model works.
Upon learning this, many people become more interested in the models of used electric mobility scooters that they can purchase, but they may not readily know where they can go in order to purchase one. After all, these devices are seen in public quite often but there are very few scooter stores to which an individual can go and make their purchase. Instead, individuals need to be a little more creative when it comes to trying to find such items.
First, there is the internet. Many people are able to utilize this resource and find a used scooter that they can purchase and have shipped to them. While the internet is a great resource, this is not the only way in which a person can purchase such an item. Instead, they can also look through newspaper classified ads or even place a classified ad informing other readers that they are looking for such an item. If a reader has a scooter that they are willing to sell, they can contact the individual and set up the exchange. Without reading the ad, individuals may have not been thinking about selling the items, but upon reading the ad and knowing that there is a specific need for their item they may be more willing to part with their used electric mobility scooters if they are not longer needed and being used.
Because of the cost, many people will actually be able to benefit from purchasing used electric mobility scooters. These are scooters, powered by electricity which is typically charged for a period of time before the scooter is used to transport the owner, that have been handled before by previous owners. They are discounted in price because they have been used. In most cases, these scooters are still in very good condition and will meet all the requirements that the individual has as for why they need such a device, but the used electric mobility scooters will actually cost much less for the individual. Not unlike the degradation in the value of cars, a used scooter is simply cheaper than a new scooter, and the reason for this is typically not because the scooter works any less effectively than the new model works.
Upon learning this, many people become more interested in the models of used electric mobility scooters that they can purchase, but they may not readily know where they can go in order to purchase one. After all, these devices are seen in public quite often but there are very few scooter stores to which an individual can go and make their purchase. Instead, individuals need to be a little more creative when it comes to trying to find such items.
First, there is the internet. Many people are able to utilize this resource and find a used scooter that they can purchase and have shipped to them. While the internet is a great resource, this is not the only way in which a person can purchase such an item. Instead, they can also look through newspaper classified ads or even place a classified ad informing other readers that they are looking for such an item. If a reader has a scooter that they are willing to sell, they can contact the individual and set up the exchange. Without reading the ad, individuals may have not been thinking about selling the items, but upon reading the ad and knowing that there is a specific need for their item they may be more willing to part with their used electric mobility scooters if they are not longer needed and being used.
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Honda Next generation Hybrids-the power of dream
Sports Modulo Concepts is the one of the key attraction driven by Honda.Complete with tail fins, a new front grille,side sills,LED lighting and distinctive multi-spoke wheels.This new concepts were design to make more interesting design of a new generation in Honda technology.
In a showcased held in Makuhari Messe in Chiba Japan in January 2010,the gathers advanced of a next-generation car navigation system concepts which uses a combination of gesture and voice recognition to control vehicle navigation and entertaintment.
A professional racer Keeichi Tsuchiya who driven a hybrid race car state that people generally think that racing with a hybrid car is no fun.But after he was surprised after find that the car speeds round corner very well.He also stated that owning a hybrid car may be a trend but it's great to have a customization brand like Modulo making it more exciting to drive one.
Nowadays,the ownership of hybrid cars were raising in trend.On the beginning of hybrid car development,the people demonstrating about the commitment in protecting the environment since hybrid car is moving toward eco performance technology.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Changing Your Car's Shocks By Jonathan J Waller Platinum Quality Author
Shocks are an important part of your car's speed, comfort and performance. Purchasing new shocks is the best suspension upgrade if you have recently added some additional speed to your car. Expensive shocks are not a bad investment. Having good quality shocks will help you absorb bumps along your trip and help the car maintain speed. Getting new shocks can noticeably improve your cars handling. The right shocks will help you around tight corners at faster speeds.
More expensive shocks offer adjustable knobs to increase and lower stiffness. This is amazingly handy, depending on what you want to use your car for you can change it up for optimal performance. There are two types of adjustments you can change which are compression and rebound. Making it easy for a shock to be compressed will make a car ride more comfortable for passengers. Just like in a sport, the ball bouncing back to you is a rebound, this is the same theory for shocks. Once they go down how fast do they come back up again. Lower rebound resistance will give the passengers a less comfortable ride.
Shocks are a pretty easy auto part to replace. The one tool you will need though is a spring compressor. Shocks function on kinetic energy. There are two different types of shocks you can purchase. Monotube, high pressure but if damaged they will not work, or twin tube, these are more durable and will still work if damaged. If is a smart idea to lower the stiffness while you are doing leisure driving.
Jonathan has a passion for computers, Search Engine Optimization, and Internet Marketing. Visit his site at http://www.bedrailsfortoddlers.com/ which helps people find bed rails for toddlers and information about bed rails for toddlers.
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More expensive shocks offer adjustable knobs to increase and lower stiffness. This is amazingly handy, depending on what you want to use your car for you can change it up for optimal performance. There are two types of adjustments you can change which are compression and rebound. Making it easy for a shock to be compressed will make a car ride more comfortable for passengers. Just like in a sport, the ball bouncing back to you is a rebound, this is the same theory for shocks. Once they go down how fast do they come back up again. Lower rebound resistance will give the passengers a less comfortable ride.
Shocks are a pretty easy auto part to replace. The one tool you will need though is a spring compressor. Shocks function on kinetic energy. There are two different types of shocks you can purchase. Monotube, high pressure but if damaged they will not work, or twin tube, these are more durable and will still work if damaged. If is a smart idea to lower the stiffness while you are doing leisure driving.
Jonathan has a passion for computers, Search Engine Optimization, and Internet Marketing. Visit his site at http://www.bedrailsfortoddlers.com/ which helps people find bed rails for toddlers and information about bed rails for toddlers.
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Sunday, July 11, 2010
Friday, July 9, 2010
Hybrid Cars: The Car of the Future Available Today
If you are thinking about purchasing a new car, it may be the right time for you to consider getting rid of the idea of purchasing another kind of gas-guzzling conventional car and start thinking about the future. Not just your financial future, but also the future of the environment.
If you noticed that there is another increase in the already expensive gasoline prices, you couldn’t help but think that you need a car that conserves fuel efficiently. Also, if you are concerned about the increasing air pollution in the planet today, you can't help but think that you should stop using a regular car and start using alternative modes of transportation.
However today, you don’t need to worry about either the constant oil price hikes or the environment with the latest technology being integrated today by car manufacturers in their new car models. Today, car manufacturers are now designing hybrid cars. Some even added a new line in their factories devoted to producing hybrid cars.
Car manufacturers, such as Toyota and Honda, are now considered to be one of the leading companies to produce one of the best hybrid cars available in the market today. Because hybrid cars are both fuel efficient and emits far lower levels of pollutants, this car is definitely the car of the future.
Hybrid cars work by combining the gasoline engine and electric motor to run the car. With this kind of innovation, it will enable you to cut fuel consumption in half. With this kind of benefit, you will definitely want to have a hybrid car of your own. However, you first need to fully understand how hybrid cars work or at least have an idea on how it works.
First of all, hybrid cars have two engines. The first is the electric motor and the second is the conventional gasoline engine. When your car is running idle, or it is not in motion but is turned on, the gasoline engine automatically switches off and will purely run on electricity. When you step on the accelerator pedal, the gasoline engine will automatically switch on again and use the fuel to propel the car. This means that when you are stuck in gridlock traffic, you will not waste precious and expensive gasoline when the car isn't even running at all. It will purely run on electricity.
Also, when the car is running, the electric motor and the gasoline engine will share the task of propelling the car. This is the reason why hybrid cars emit far lower pollutants than conventional cars that only has gasoline engines.
This is also the reason why hybrid cars are so quiet when running.
Today, other car manufacturers are now following to develop their version of their hybrid cars. In fact, some car manufacturers have now shown the public their concept hybrid cars and are now planning to include a hybrid car line in their production. The hybrid car is indeed the car of the future.
Not only will a hybrid car enable you to save a lot of money from the rising cost of gasoline, but it will also allow you to help reduce the pollution in the environment. In the near future, most people will be driving hybrid cars. With this car, you can help in reducing the consumption of expensive and finite fuel supply, and you will also help in creating a healthier environment.
If you noticed that there is another increase in the already expensive gasoline prices, you couldn’t help but think that you need a car that conserves fuel efficiently. Also, if you are concerned about the increasing air pollution in the planet today, you can't help but think that you should stop using a regular car and start using alternative modes of transportation.
However today, you don’t need to worry about either the constant oil price hikes or the environment with the latest technology being integrated today by car manufacturers in their new car models. Today, car manufacturers are now designing hybrid cars. Some even added a new line in their factories devoted to producing hybrid cars.
Car manufacturers, such as Toyota and Honda, are now considered to be one of the leading companies to produce one of the best hybrid cars available in the market today. Because hybrid cars are both fuel efficient and emits far lower levels of pollutants, this car is definitely the car of the future.
Hybrid cars work by combining the gasoline engine and electric motor to run the car. With this kind of innovation, it will enable you to cut fuel consumption in half. With this kind of benefit, you will definitely want to have a hybrid car of your own. However, you first need to fully understand how hybrid cars work or at least have an idea on how it works.
First of all, hybrid cars have two engines. The first is the electric motor and the second is the conventional gasoline engine. When your car is running idle, or it is not in motion but is turned on, the gasoline engine automatically switches off and will purely run on electricity. When you step on the accelerator pedal, the gasoline engine will automatically switch on again and use the fuel to propel the car. This means that when you are stuck in gridlock traffic, you will not waste precious and expensive gasoline when the car isn't even running at all. It will purely run on electricity.
Also, when the car is running, the electric motor and the gasoline engine will share the task of propelling the car. This is the reason why hybrid cars emit far lower pollutants than conventional cars that only has gasoline engines.
This is also the reason why hybrid cars are so quiet when running.
Today, other car manufacturers are now following to develop their version of their hybrid cars. In fact, some car manufacturers have now shown the public their concept hybrid cars and are now planning to include a hybrid car line in their production. The hybrid car is indeed the car of the future.
Not only will a hybrid car enable you to save a lot of money from the rising cost of gasoline, but it will also allow you to help reduce the pollution in the environment. In the near future, most people will be driving hybrid cars. With this car, you can help in reducing the consumption of expensive and finite fuel supply, and you will also help in creating a healthier environment.
Getting to Know the Ford Hybrid Car and their Distinct Innovative Advantages
Ford has always been a brand name that signifies excellence, innovation, dedication and is really an All-American brand name. One of the biggest players in the motor industry, Ford has never failed to provide the American population and the world, cutting edge vehicles that caters to every needs.
With the growing environmental concerns not just in USA, Ford has joined the Hybrid bandwagon and came up with their own Hybrid card. It is popularly known that Americans love the room and power that SUV's provide, and with the hybrid sedan crowding with Japanese manufactured hybrid cars, Ford decided to infuse their hybrid technology with a vehicle they know many Americans would embrace, a Hybrid SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) in the form of the Ford Escape Hybrid.
The Ford Escape Hybrid was first introduced in 2004 and is a gas electric powered compact SUV. Consumer demand became strong for the Ford Escape Hybrid prompting Ford to produce more of the gas saving SUV.
To avoid any legal issues, Ford went into an agreement with Toyota to use some of the patented hybrid technology previously used in the very successful Toyota Prius. By 2006, The Hybrid system utilized by Ford is acknowledged as one of the more advanced technology being offered. The Ford Escape Hybrid is now available as a full hybrid motor vehicle. It makes use of different power combinations that adjusts to the driving style to conserve more power and achieve maximum potential and efficiency in performance. Compared to the conventional gas fed Ford escape, they provide the same performance, comfort with less fuel consumption.
Aside from the Ford escape Hybrid, Ford has also released another Hybrid SUV under one of their car brand names, Mercury. The Mercury mariner has many similarities with the Ford Escape Hybrid and its soon to be released sibling the Mazda Tribute Hybrid. Ford plans to further develop their SUV hybrid lineup concentrating on this segment but is not dismissing the hybrid sedan segment and have plans to introduce hybrid sedans in the future.
Fords research and design table are now over flowing with plans to further boost awareness and concern with environmental issues and have dedicated to provide more alternative powered vehicles as they see that this is the future. This is because Hybrid cars offer a lot of advantages and benefits that does not only cater to environmental issues but as to the pockets of the consumers as well.
With a Ford hybrid car, you will soon notice that you will be doing less pit stops for refueling as you can squeeze out more miles to a gallon. With the ever escalating prices of fuel, this is a warmly welcomed change. You will also notice the significant lowering of the sounds the engine makes. Plus, some states offer tax rebates when purchasing hybrid vehicles, which translates to more savings in the bank.
Ford has now over a hundred patents pending to further develop their Hybrid technology. All of them would be able to make our lives better. With Ford Hybrid vehicles, you get the same comfort, same performance and same space but with less gas emissions and less gas spending. You get true value for your money and your helping our environment at the same time.
With the growing environmental concerns not just in USA, Ford has joined the Hybrid bandwagon and came up with their own Hybrid card. It is popularly known that Americans love the room and power that SUV's provide, and with the hybrid sedan crowding with Japanese manufactured hybrid cars, Ford decided to infuse their hybrid technology with a vehicle they know many Americans would embrace, a Hybrid SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) in the form of the Ford Escape Hybrid.
The Ford Escape Hybrid was first introduced in 2004 and is a gas electric powered compact SUV. Consumer demand became strong for the Ford Escape Hybrid prompting Ford to produce more of the gas saving SUV.
To avoid any legal issues, Ford went into an agreement with Toyota to use some of the patented hybrid technology previously used in the very successful Toyota Prius. By 2006, The Hybrid system utilized by Ford is acknowledged as one of the more advanced technology being offered. The Ford Escape Hybrid is now available as a full hybrid motor vehicle. It makes use of different power combinations that adjusts to the driving style to conserve more power and achieve maximum potential and efficiency in performance. Compared to the conventional gas fed Ford escape, they provide the same performance, comfort with less fuel consumption.
Aside from the Ford escape Hybrid, Ford has also released another Hybrid SUV under one of their car brand names, Mercury. The Mercury mariner has many similarities with the Ford Escape Hybrid and its soon to be released sibling the Mazda Tribute Hybrid. Ford plans to further develop their SUV hybrid lineup concentrating on this segment but is not dismissing the hybrid sedan segment and have plans to introduce hybrid sedans in the future.
Fords research and design table are now over flowing with plans to further boost awareness and concern with environmental issues and have dedicated to provide more alternative powered vehicles as they see that this is the future. This is because Hybrid cars offer a lot of advantages and benefits that does not only cater to environmental issues but as to the pockets of the consumers as well.
With a Ford hybrid car, you will soon notice that you will be doing less pit stops for refueling as you can squeeze out more miles to a gallon. With the ever escalating prices of fuel, this is a warmly welcomed change. You will also notice the significant lowering of the sounds the engine makes. Plus, some states offer tax rebates when purchasing hybrid vehicles, which translates to more savings in the bank.
Ford has now over a hundred patents pending to further develop their Hybrid technology. All of them would be able to make our lives better. With Ford Hybrid vehicles, you get the same comfort, same performance and same space but with less gas emissions and less gas spending. You get true value for your money and your helping our environment at the same time.
BMW Hybrid Car: German Engineering Brilliance and Elegance fitted with Revolutionary Hybrid Technology, A combination of Style and Performance
Joining the number of Car manufacturers that have been concerned for the growing demand for environment friendly cars, German car manufacturing giant BMW has announced that they too would soon be producing and selling Hybrid cars. Within the next four years, BMW will be providing its own version of the phenomenal and popular hybrid car.
Knowing the many innovations and excellent qualities BMW has contributed to the motor world, we can be sure that this would be another automotive engineering breakthrough that would set the par others would follow.
BMW said that their Hybrid car would run on both Hydrogen and petroleum and this would be first infused in the 7 series BMW. Already, BMW has some of these cars test driven in different countries. Researchers and engineers are already staging some tests and are getting feedbacks to perfect their first hybrid car release. BMW doesn’t want to release just a beautiful looking car, they want one that will be truly environment friendly as well as performing beautifully.
Deviating from the usual fuel cells used by other hybrid car manufacturers, BMW decided on using hydrogen-fuel combined with an internal combustion engine. This led to more research and development needed because of the demand of the engine to keep the hydrogen in liquid form, and this poses as a problem in keeping them cold enough to do just that. If the engine becomes too hot, the hydrogen may evaporate requiring frequent fill ups. Another quandary is keeping the hydrogen from evaporating while in transit to the engine. But BMW has said that it has found the solution to this problem.
BMW sees hydrogen as the solution, but it would take about two more decades before a car can actually be run by hydrogen only. But they are positive that this is very achievable.
BMW claims that for the past thirty years, they have been developing technology that could just lead to the first ever pure hydrogen vehicle. They already have a car that is being powered by water, a car that emits water vapor at the tailpipe, and are to retrieve hydrogen from sunlight.
BMW has been focusing on Hydrogen as a great power source for cars because it is the best solution to the ever-worsening emissions from vehicles that contributes to environmental pollution. This is because hydrogen doesn’t have dangerous emissions, it poses no harm to the atmosphere, it doesn’t deplete natural resources, as it can be take from numerous recyclable sources. This is BMW's solution, powering vehicles with hydrogen produced from water through the use of solar energy. This advancement in technology is evident with the BMW 750hl production car showcased at the Expo 2000. Together with some of its partners, BMW may be behind in the mass production of Hybrid cars, but they are the forefront in Hybrid technology.
Soon enough, we will all be the beneficiaries of all of these developments and innovations. Not only will we able to save up on gas money, we will also be saving the environment. Owning a Hybrid car doesn’t have to mean riding in cramped cars with low engine power. With the unveiling of the BMW hybrid car in the near future, you get sophistication, power, elegance and style while helping clean up our air.
Knowing the many innovations and excellent qualities BMW has contributed to the motor world, we can be sure that this would be another automotive engineering breakthrough that would set the par others would follow.
BMW said that their Hybrid car would run on both Hydrogen and petroleum and this would be first infused in the 7 series BMW. Already, BMW has some of these cars test driven in different countries. Researchers and engineers are already staging some tests and are getting feedbacks to perfect their first hybrid car release. BMW doesn’t want to release just a beautiful looking car, they want one that will be truly environment friendly as well as performing beautifully.
Deviating from the usual fuel cells used by other hybrid car manufacturers, BMW decided on using hydrogen-fuel combined with an internal combustion engine. This led to more research and development needed because of the demand of the engine to keep the hydrogen in liquid form, and this poses as a problem in keeping them cold enough to do just that. If the engine becomes too hot, the hydrogen may evaporate requiring frequent fill ups. Another quandary is keeping the hydrogen from evaporating while in transit to the engine. But BMW has said that it has found the solution to this problem.
BMW sees hydrogen as the solution, but it would take about two more decades before a car can actually be run by hydrogen only. But they are positive that this is very achievable.
BMW claims that for the past thirty years, they have been developing technology that could just lead to the first ever pure hydrogen vehicle. They already have a car that is being powered by water, a car that emits water vapor at the tailpipe, and are to retrieve hydrogen from sunlight.
BMW has been focusing on Hydrogen as a great power source for cars because it is the best solution to the ever-worsening emissions from vehicles that contributes to environmental pollution. This is because hydrogen doesn’t have dangerous emissions, it poses no harm to the atmosphere, it doesn’t deplete natural resources, as it can be take from numerous recyclable sources. This is BMW's solution, powering vehicles with hydrogen produced from water through the use of solar energy. This advancement in technology is evident with the BMW 750hl production car showcased at the Expo 2000. Together with some of its partners, BMW may be behind in the mass production of Hybrid cars, but they are the forefront in Hybrid technology.
Soon enough, we will all be the beneficiaries of all of these developments and innovations. Not only will we able to save up on gas money, we will also be saving the environment. Owning a Hybrid car doesn’t have to mean riding in cramped cars with low engine power. With the unveiling of the BMW hybrid car in the near future, you get sophistication, power, elegance and style while helping clean up our air.
Which is Truly the Best Hybrid Car Available Today?
Saving the environment through less gas emissions from cars have been becoming sort of a sacred statement today. More and more people are voicing out their concerns about saving the environment from deadly gas emissions from vehicles and yet are still buying cars. Well, the convenience a car gives is incomparable, but the damage it brings is astounding. That is why Hybrid Cars have become a viable solution in answering the call for convenient and easy modes of transportation and lessening or eradicating air pollution.
Many car manufacturers have seen the potential of hybrid cars and have developed their own versions of this revolutionary vehicle. At the forefront is Toyota and Honda who was the first ones to come up with mass produced hybrid vehicles and has a number of hybrid vehicles in their line up. GM has also come out with their Hybrid vehicles as well as Ford. With many Hybrid vehicles out in the market already, a consumer may wonder which is truly the Best Hybrid car available today?
With the advent of technology and science, more and more gadgets and equipments are being offered today to suit different tastes, styles and preferences. That’s why declaring one to be ultimately the best and perfect for all is quite impossible. This goes the same for cars. Depending on where you will be using the vehicle, what is best for you may not be necessarily be the best for another. But, they could be divided into categories and the best among them could be chosen.
According to recent researches and surveys, here is the recent list on what is considered the "best" by the consumers.
The Best Sedan Hybrid Car distinction was awarded to the latest Honda Civic Hybrid. Improving significantly over its previous model, it has the sleek and sporty look the conventional Civic has and doesn’t announce its being a hybrid. But being its owner, you will certainly feel the difference. You still get the high quality and comfort conventional Civics provides, but you go to gas stations to fill up less.
The Best SUV Hybrid award is given to the first ever SUV Hybrid in the market, the Ford Escape Hybrid. Its inception in the Hybrid market was such a huge success that although it already has competitors from Toyota and Lexus, it still reigns supreme. With many features and accessories plus the power of a small SUV, the Ford Escape is seen to just keeping better and would be hailed as the Majesty of Hybrid SUV's for many years to come.
Voted for Best Hybrid car in terms of economy in pure fuel is the Honda Insight. Combining its distinctive aerodynamic body design and its lightweight finish plus of course its superb hybrid technology, the Insight produces the best figures in fuel economy. Although not as multi awarded nor as comfortable and powerful as its stable mate the Civic Hybrid, the Insight is best if you want fuel economy, and with the oil prices still surging upward, this is not a bad idea after all.
But gaining a lot of nod of approval from the Hybrid enthusiasts is the league leading and multi awarded Toyota Prius. Garnering the largest number of votes as the Hybrid vehicle with over all great value, performance and design, this could most probably be the Hybrid car that most likely deserves to be called as the best hybrid car available today.
Many car manufacturers have seen the potential of hybrid cars and have developed their own versions of this revolutionary vehicle. At the forefront is Toyota and Honda who was the first ones to come up with mass produced hybrid vehicles and has a number of hybrid vehicles in their line up. GM has also come out with their Hybrid vehicles as well as Ford. With many Hybrid vehicles out in the market already, a consumer may wonder which is truly the Best Hybrid car available today?
With the advent of technology and science, more and more gadgets and equipments are being offered today to suit different tastes, styles and preferences. That’s why declaring one to be ultimately the best and perfect for all is quite impossible. This goes the same for cars. Depending on where you will be using the vehicle, what is best for you may not be necessarily be the best for another. But, they could be divided into categories and the best among them could be chosen.
According to recent researches and surveys, here is the recent list on what is considered the "best" by the consumers.
The Best Sedan Hybrid Car distinction was awarded to the latest Honda Civic Hybrid. Improving significantly over its previous model, it has the sleek and sporty look the conventional Civic has and doesn’t announce its being a hybrid. But being its owner, you will certainly feel the difference. You still get the high quality and comfort conventional Civics provides, but you go to gas stations to fill up less.
The Best SUV Hybrid award is given to the first ever SUV Hybrid in the market, the Ford Escape Hybrid. Its inception in the Hybrid market was such a huge success that although it already has competitors from Toyota and Lexus, it still reigns supreme. With many features and accessories plus the power of a small SUV, the Ford Escape is seen to just keeping better and would be hailed as the Majesty of Hybrid SUV's for many years to come.
Voted for Best Hybrid car in terms of economy in pure fuel is the Honda Insight. Combining its distinctive aerodynamic body design and its lightweight finish plus of course its superb hybrid technology, the Insight produces the best figures in fuel economy. Although not as multi awarded nor as comfortable and powerful as its stable mate the Civic Hybrid, the Insight is best if you want fuel economy, and with the oil prices still surging upward, this is not a bad idea after all.
But gaining a lot of nod of approval from the Hybrid enthusiasts is the league leading and multi awarded Toyota Prius. Garnering the largest number of votes as the Hybrid vehicle with over all great value, performance and design, this could most probably be the Hybrid car that most likely deserves to be called as the best hybrid car available today.
The Fantastic Use and Great Advantages of A Hybrid Car
The cost of fuel and the damage it brings to our environment has become very rampant, and because of that, hybrid cars are presently considered as very beneficial to the preservation of the environment. The reason behind this is that hybrid cars do not depend mainly on fuel for it to have power, but it also makes use of electricity that results to a smaller amount of fuel consumption and less emitted air pollution.
A hybrid car combines an electric motor and gasoline engine to provide sufficient power to the vehicle with least fuel usage and fewer emissions. They are also far more fuel-efficient than purely gas-powered cars, and far more practical for everyday use than purely electric-powered cars. Combining the two sources of power, a vehicle then is created that is relatively non-polluting and will lead to less fuel consumption which means it possesses enough power to have freeway speeds that does not need too much fuel, it is also great for the stop and go driving in traffic laden areas.
The hybrid car was created due to the result of the demand and clamor to clean the environment from pollutions and for the need to rely less on fuel. To be able to recharge, plugging the hybrid into an electric outlet is not necessary.They charge themselves by means of power usually lost during coasting and braking and can also be charged by the car’s gasoline engine.
It can offer more benefits than the usual regular gasoline engine type cars. Here is a list of the many advantages hybrid cars offers.
1. Pollution is less promoted
It is a fact that the continuous damage to our ozone layer is due to the greenhouse effect, and one of the factor that contributes to its damage is pollution in the air, in which dangerous chemicals are transferred to the air, like carbon dioxide that are emitted by vehicles. The measure of carbon dioxide emitted by the hybrid vehicle is principally relative to the quantity of fuel it consumes; thus hybrid cars can absolutely be a contributing factor in lessening the advancement of global warming.
With the use of hybrid cars, fewer fuel is consumed because hybrid car do not totally use gas in order to operate, it also makes use of electricity, a power source that doesn't bring any danger to the environment.
2. More mileage with less fuel consumption
The obvious advantage of hybrid car is that it saves on gas. With the use of hybrid cars, you are able to save gas money because you don’t need to buy gas after every long trip wherein you can go several miles consuming less fuel.
3. Hybrid cars can help lower your taxes
Tax rebates are given to hybrid cars buyers, so if you buy a hybrid car your tax refunds can be withheld from your taxes and will provide you with additional savings.
4. Your money gains more value
A hybrid car can retain a higher resale value. If you ever want to trade or sell a previously owned hybrid car you can be sure that you will get more of what you paid for it.
5. Efficiency and performance are what defines Hybrid Cars
Hybrid cars have smaller engines than the regular gasoline cars since the power is obtained form two sources, so the smaller engines are closer to the normal power necessity of engines that will give an efficient performance.
6. “Hybrid car technology” is the greatest solution to today’s increasing problem in car air pollution
Hybrid cars uses lesser fuel and a groundbreaking technology that may avoid possible damages to the environment caused by the usual cars
Despite of many uses and advantages, there is one thing to be considered regarding the hybrid cars, its actual price in the market is not yet that affordable to a lot of people, but it is an investment that will pay a hundred fold.
A hybrid car combines an electric motor and gasoline engine to provide sufficient power to the vehicle with least fuel usage and fewer emissions. They are also far more fuel-efficient than purely gas-powered cars, and far more practical for everyday use than purely electric-powered cars. Combining the two sources of power, a vehicle then is created that is relatively non-polluting and will lead to less fuel consumption which means it possesses enough power to have freeway speeds that does not need too much fuel, it is also great for the stop and go driving in traffic laden areas.
The hybrid car was created due to the result of the demand and clamor to clean the environment from pollutions and for the need to rely less on fuel. To be able to recharge, plugging the hybrid into an electric outlet is not necessary.They charge themselves by means of power usually lost during coasting and braking and can also be charged by the car’s gasoline engine.
It can offer more benefits than the usual regular gasoline engine type cars. Here is a list of the many advantages hybrid cars offers.
1. Pollution is less promoted
It is a fact that the continuous damage to our ozone layer is due to the greenhouse effect, and one of the factor that contributes to its damage is pollution in the air, in which dangerous chemicals are transferred to the air, like carbon dioxide that are emitted by vehicles. The measure of carbon dioxide emitted by the hybrid vehicle is principally relative to the quantity of fuel it consumes; thus hybrid cars can absolutely be a contributing factor in lessening the advancement of global warming.
With the use of hybrid cars, fewer fuel is consumed because hybrid car do not totally use gas in order to operate, it also makes use of electricity, a power source that doesn't bring any danger to the environment.
2. More mileage with less fuel consumption
The obvious advantage of hybrid car is that it saves on gas. With the use of hybrid cars, you are able to save gas money because you don’t need to buy gas after every long trip wherein you can go several miles consuming less fuel.
3. Hybrid cars can help lower your taxes
Tax rebates are given to hybrid cars buyers, so if you buy a hybrid car your tax refunds can be withheld from your taxes and will provide you with additional savings.
4. Your money gains more value
A hybrid car can retain a higher resale value. If you ever want to trade or sell a previously owned hybrid car you can be sure that you will get more of what you paid for it.
5. Efficiency and performance are what defines Hybrid Cars
Hybrid cars have smaller engines than the regular gasoline cars since the power is obtained form two sources, so the smaller engines are closer to the normal power necessity of engines that will give an efficient performance.
6. “Hybrid car technology” is the greatest solution to today’s increasing problem in car air pollution
Hybrid cars uses lesser fuel and a groundbreaking technology that may avoid possible damages to the environment caused by the usual cars
Despite of many uses and advantages, there is one thing to be considered regarding the hybrid cars, its actual price in the market is not yet that affordable to a lot of people, but it is an investment that will pay a hundred fold.
Getting to Know the 2007 Hybrid Car Line Up
More and more car manufacturers are developing "greener" versions of their well-known brands. The infusion of Hybrid technology has made a big splash in the motoring world and its popularity as well as the growing concern for the environment has added to the demand for this type of vehicles, urging more vehicle manufacturers to add more of their vehicles in the hybrid bandwagon to capture more potential consumers in the market.
One of the newest in the batch 2007 hybrid car lineup is the 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid, the third in Toyota's Hybrid vehicles. The Camry hybrid boasts of a performance of a topnotch six-cylinder engine with the fuel economy of a four-cylinder engine. Although it is not as fuel efficient as the first Toyota hybrid, the Prius, the Camry hybrid is a whole lot better than the regular Camry.
Never to be left behind, giant Japanese car manufacture Honda, has also the Hybrid Accord and the Hybrid Civic. These two sedans offer what Hybrids are known for, less emission and less fuel consumption.
The 2007 Honda Accord Hybrid alone combines luxury and fuel efficiency that is truly environment friendly. Even with a V6 engine that generates 253 horsepower, you can be sure that you will get more miles to the gallon. It is a nice change knowing that you get the luxury and power that you want and still get the fuel economy that we all deserve.
Then there is the 2007 Civic Hybrid which continuously provides the true essence of hybrid technology. Its ingenious engineering has rightly earned it its Advanced Technology Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV) rating. What this means is that you don’t only get from point A to point B in less gas usage, but also save the environment by not adding to the air pollutants already swarming over it.
Joining the Hybrid car race in 2007 is General Motors second Hybrid vehicle, the 2007 Aura Hybrid sedan. This will be competing with other high-end hybrid cars such as the Toyota Camry Hybrid and the Honda Accord Hybrid. Sporting a V6 engine as well, the Aura Green Line is dedicated to providing utmost engine power with minimal gas consumption. Its engineers claim that it will be able to generate 20 percent savings in fuel economy over its conventional model.
Nissan has also announced that a 2007 Altima Hybrid will be offered and has offered test drives and a glimpse of its development vehicle. In a deal inked with Toyota, Nissan will be dedicating five years into the project with the Hybrid Technology developed by Toyota.
Rumored to be unveiling its first hybrid model, Volkswagen is said to be preparing a full-hybrid car for 2007 but it hasn’t disclosed yet which car model they will be infusing the technology. Latest rumors said that it would be on the Jetta for the upscale engine level or in the Passat for the four-cylinder class.
With more and more vehicle manufacturers realizing the potential of Hybrid vehicles, it wont be long before every car produced will be infused with the Hybrid technology. And as oil prices continue to soar and concerns for the environment are ever growing, we can all be sure that these vehicles will be welcomed with open arms.
One of the newest in the batch 2007 hybrid car lineup is the 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid, the third in Toyota's Hybrid vehicles. The Camry hybrid boasts of a performance of a topnotch six-cylinder engine with the fuel economy of a four-cylinder engine. Although it is not as fuel efficient as the first Toyota hybrid, the Prius, the Camry hybrid is a whole lot better than the regular Camry.
Never to be left behind, giant Japanese car manufacture Honda, has also the Hybrid Accord and the Hybrid Civic. These two sedans offer what Hybrids are known for, less emission and less fuel consumption.
The 2007 Honda Accord Hybrid alone combines luxury and fuel efficiency that is truly environment friendly. Even with a V6 engine that generates 253 horsepower, you can be sure that you will get more miles to the gallon. It is a nice change knowing that you get the luxury and power that you want and still get the fuel economy that we all deserve.
Then there is the 2007 Civic Hybrid which continuously provides the true essence of hybrid technology. Its ingenious engineering has rightly earned it its Advanced Technology Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV) rating. What this means is that you don’t only get from point A to point B in less gas usage, but also save the environment by not adding to the air pollutants already swarming over it.
Joining the Hybrid car race in 2007 is General Motors second Hybrid vehicle, the 2007 Aura Hybrid sedan. This will be competing with other high-end hybrid cars such as the Toyota Camry Hybrid and the Honda Accord Hybrid. Sporting a V6 engine as well, the Aura Green Line is dedicated to providing utmost engine power with minimal gas consumption. Its engineers claim that it will be able to generate 20 percent savings in fuel economy over its conventional model.
Nissan has also announced that a 2007 Altima Hybrid will be offered and has offered test drives and a glimpse of its development vehicle. In a deal inked with Toyota, Nissan will be dedicating five years into the project with the Hybrid Technology developed by Toyota.
Rumored to be unveiling its first hybrid model, Volkswagen is said to be preparing a full-hybrid car for 2007 but it hasn’t disclosed yet which car model they will be infusing the technology. Latest rumors said that it would be on the Jetta for the upscale engine level or in the Passat for the four-cylinder class.
With more and more vehicle manufacturers realizing the potential of Hybrid vehicles, it wont be long before every car produced will be infused with the Hybrid technology. And as oil prices continue to soar and concerns for the environment are ever growing, we can all be sure that these vehicles will be welcomed with open arms.
Automotive GPS Units - Practical Technology By Jim Kesel
Prior to the invention of automotive GPS units, traveling to unknown areas had to be done through reading a map and/or asking for directions. Both methods had problems. For instance, how can one effectively read a map while driving? Map-reading is only best if there is another passenger in the car, which isn't always possible. Asking for directions can also be annoying, at least if the person giving the directions does so in a manner that is not as clear.
Fortunately, with the emergence of automotive GPS units the process of map-reading and getting directions has never been easier as each can be done either through voice activation, touching the screen, pushing buttons or a combination. Maps pinpointing the exact location pop right up on the screen, while directions can be given through a computer-generated voice. Nothing could be easier or better. The only issue is deciding which automotive GPS unit should be purchased. This article will serve as a guide telling consumers what they should be on the lookout for when choosing automotive GPS units.
The first area of consideration when buying automotive GPS units is seeing how accurate the device is. One way to determine this is by how many channels the GPS unit has. This is because more channels means the unit will be able to communicate with a larger number of satellites, resulting in more coverage. Another way to determine the accuracy of most automotive GPS units is through how its antenna is designed. Make sure the antenna is placed in an area of the unit where it will be able to stand freely.
The next thing to think about when looking at automotive GPS units is size. There are some automotive GPS units that will not be portable. Onstar, which has to be installed in one's car, is an example of an automotive GPS unit that can not be moved from car-to-car. Many other automotive GPS units vary in portability.
Thirdly, perspective buyers of automotive GPS units should take notice of a unit's interface. More expensive automotive GPS units will contain voice-activation and/or touch-screens, while cheaper ones can only be used through a series of buttons. If another person is in the car, using buttons is not as bad, but if only the driver can use the unit, it is important that it be as hands-free as possible. It is also important to try to get an automotive GPS unit that has the capability to give directions through a computer-generated voice. Doing so is another way to ensure that the driver of the car keeps their eyes on the road and nowhere else.
The software that the automotive automotive GPS unit uses is also critical. Most top of the line units have very good mapping software included with the unit. However, as time passes the mapping software becomes out of date. You should make sure that you automotive GPS units software is updated at least once every 6 months. Frequently there is cost for this service but if you live in fast growing urban environment then it is a good investment. Your automotive GPS unit is only as good as its operating and mapping software.
When looking at automotive GPS units one should consider: ease of use, accuracy, size and interface. Keeping these elements in mind ensures that a buyer obtains an automotive GPS unit that is reliable and will best assist them when they are on the road.
James Kesel, MS is the Publisher of GPS Auto Tracker providing information on automotive GPS units and the latest GPS Tracking and Navigation systems.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jim_Kesel
Fortunately, with the emergence of automotive GPS units the process of map-reading and getting directions has never been easier as each can be done either through voice activation, touching the screen, pushing buttons or a combination. Maps pinpointing the exact location pop right up on the screen, while directions can be given through a computer-generated voice. Nothing could be easier or better. The only issue is deciding which automotive GPS unit should be purchased. This article will serve as a guide telling consumers what they should be on the lookout for when choosing automotive GPS units.
The first area of consideration when buying automotive GPS units is seeing how accurate the device is. One way to determine this is by how many channels the GPS unit has. This is because more channels means the unit will be able to communicate with a larger number of satellites, resulting in more coverage. Another way to determine the accuracy of most automotive GPS units is through how its antenna is designed. Make sure the antenna is placed in an area of the unit where it will be able to stand freely.
The next thing to think about when looking at automotive GPS units is size. There are some automotive GPS units that will not be portable. Onstar, which has to be installed in one's car, is an example of an automotive GPS unit that can not be moved from car-to-car. Many other automotive GPS units vary in portability.
Thirdly, perspective buyers of automotive GPS units should take notice of a unit's interface. More expensive automotive GPS units will contain voice-activation and/or touch-screens, while cheaper ones can only be used through a series of buttons. If another person is in the car, using buttons is not as bad, but if only the driver can use the unit, it is important that it be as hands-free as possible. It is also important to try to get an automotive GPS unit that has the capability to give directions through a computer-generated voice. Doing so is another way to ensure that the driver of the car keeps their eyes on the road and nowhere else.
The software that the automotive automotive GPS unit uses is also critical. Most top of the line units have very good mapping software included with the unit. However, as time passes the mapping software becomes out of date. You should make sure that you automotive GPS units software is updated at least once every 6 months. Frequently there is cost for this service but if you live in fast growing urban environment then it is a good investment. Your automotive GPS unit is only as good as its operating and mapping software.
When looking at automotive GPS units one should consider: ease of use, accuracy, size and interface. Keeping these elements in mind ensures that a buyer obtains an automotive GPS unit that is reliable and will best assist them when they are on the road.
James Kesel, MS is the Publisher of GPS Auto Tracker providing information on automotive GPS units and the latest GPS Tracking and Navigation systems.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jim_Kesel
VTEC - Honda Engines Redefine the Landscape By Ronnie W Tanner Platinum Quality Author
Honda has always been known for its cutting edge engine technology. The VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) has proven to be know different and its what has given Honda the edge over its competition once again. Invented in the early 1980's by research and development engineer Ikuo Kajitani, what we know today as the VTEC grew from the revolution-modulated valve control system first implemented in 1983 in the Honda CBR400. Although other manufacturers have produced their own versions, Honda was the first to pioneer and perfect the technology and then introduce it into wide scale production.
To understand the innovation of the VTEC, one must first appreciate the delicacy of the timing in an engine in relation to the intake and exhaust valves that set in motion by the lobes of the camshaft. Three elements are involved and the shape of the lobes of the camshaft determines each. The first element is timing which refers to the angle of measurement of when the valve is opened or closed in relation to piston position. Lift is the distance the valve lifts off the valve seat. Duration refers to how many degrees of crankshaft revolution the valve is kept open. Because of the differences in behavior in the fuel and air mixture before and after combustion at both high and low rpm, there is also a large difference in the engines performance. The most optimal timing settings at high rpm and the engine will have a lot of power but will give a very rough engine performance at low rpm (where most automobiles spend their time). Set the timing to the low rpm spectrum and the engine purrs like a kitten but has very little engine power. The perfect engine would be capable of having a fully variable timing, adjusting the timing, duration and lift so that the valves would always open at exactly the correct positions no matter what the speed of the engine. The VTEC was designed to marry the ideas of high rpm engine power output and low rpm stability.
In practical application a fully variable valve is difficult to put into application. One way Honda has sought to overcome this is by supplying more than one camshaft shape. So instead of one camshaft lobe setting each valve in motion, Honda has utilized two lobes. One lobe set to provide the low rpm stability and the other set to enhance the high rpm power output. The two lobes are controlled by a computer which constantly monitors engine oil pressure, engine speed and throttle position. The computer then directs which lobe is operating at any given time. The switch over point is variable as well with a minimum and maximum point is ultimately determined by engine load.
The VTEC has high and low lift lobes only on the intake cams however for the next generation; Honda placed variable lobe timing on both the intake and exhaust cams. Honda dubbed the newest innovation the K series.
The DOHC VTEC was originally introduced in the United States in the 1990 Acura NSX. With increased fuel mileage, engine performance and decreased fuel emissions, the VTEC was introduced in several other models including the Acura Integra, Honda Del Sol and the Honda Prelude.
Ronnie Tanner is a contributing writer at http://www.swengines.com He writes about selecting used engines and choosing this as an alternative to costly car purchases.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ronnie_W_Tanner
turbo VTEC
To understand the innovation of the VTEC, one must first appreciate the delicacy of the timing in an engine in relation to the intake and exhaust valves that set in motion by the lobes of the camshaft. Three elements are involved and the shape of the lobes of the camshaft determines each. The first element is timing which refers to the angle of measurement of when the valve is opened or closed in relation to piston position. Lift is the distance the valve lifts off the valve seat. Duration refers to how many degrees of crankshaft revolution the valve is kept open. Because of the differences in behavior in the fuel and air mixture before and after combustion at both high and low rpm, there is also a large difference in the engines performance. The most optimal timing settings at high rpm and the engine will have a lot of power but will give a very rough engine performance at low rpm (where most automobiles spend their time). Set the timing to the low rpm spectrum and the engine purrs like a kitten but has very little engine power. The perfect engine would be capable of having a fully variable timing, adjusting the timing, duration and lift so that the valves would always open at exactly the correct positions no matter what the speed of the engine. The VTEC was designed to marry the ideas of high rpm engine power output and low rpm stability.
In practical application a fully variable valve is difficult to put into application. One way Honda has sought to overcome this is by supplying more than one camshaft shape. So instead of one camshaft lobe setting each valve in motion, Honda has utilized two lobes. One lobe set to provide the low rpm stability and the other set to enhance the high rpm power output. The two lobes are controlled by a computer which constantly monitors engine oil pressure, engine speed and throttle position. The computer then directs which lobe is operating at any given time. The switch over point is variable as well with a minimum and maximum point is ultimately determined by engine load.
The VTEC has high and low lift lobes only on the intake cams however for the next generation; Honda placed variable lobe timing on both the intake and exhaust cams. Honda dubbed the newest innovation the K series.
The DOHC VTEC was originally introduced in the United States in the 1990 Acura NSX. With increased fuel mileage, engine performance and decreased fuel emissions, the VTEC was introduced in several other models including the Acura Integra, Honda Del Sol and the Honda Prelude.
Ronnie Tanner is a contributing writer at http://www.swengines.com He writes about selecting used engines and choosing this as an alternative to costly car purchases.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ronnie_W_Tanner
turbo VTEC
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