My Dummy Car » Latest car http://www.mycrashdummy.com It's All About Car & Bikes Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:14:57 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Safest Cars In USA http://www.mycrashdummy.com/safest-cars-in-usa/ http://www.mycrashdummy.com/safest-cars-in-usa/#comments Sat, 21 Jan 2012 11:56:32 +0000 admin http://www.mycrashdummy.com/?p=1363 Which cars are the safest cars in the Fused States, you may excogitate. Is it BMW, Fording, Chevy? As far as car department matters, only octonary of the 2004 assistant cars on the mart somebody earned perfect scores in accident tests conducted by the U.S. Division of Transfer’s Soul Route Interchange Area
Governance (NHTSA) or the Contract Institute for Route Device (IIHS).

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Concept  PHEV

At major auto shows across the country, Swedish automaker Volvo is making its presence known. This company, known for its innovative safety measures and forward-thinking engineering, is currently displaying the Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept, an all-wheel-drive crossover SUV that may change the way you look at hybrids and plug-in vehicles. Read on for details about this progressive product.

Volvo is touting the XC60 PHEV concept as three cars in one. That claim seems plausible as this CUV is designed to operate in three driving modes via buttons for Pure, Hybrid or Power located on the instrument panel. Each mode offers distinct advantages and can be selected to sync with your driving conditions.

Drive Modes

When operated in “Pure” mode the XC60 is powered chiefly by its electric motor as much as it is possible. As such, the CUV’s electric-only operational range is for up to 35 miles with absolutely no tailpipe emissions in urban driving.

The default “Hybrid” mode automatically kicks in whenever the CUV is started. Both the gasoline engine and electric motor are at work, providing the best mix of gas and electric driving. EPA numbers are not yet available, but according to the European certification driving cycle this vehicle gets the fuel economy equivalent of over 100 mpg. Look for closer to 50 mpg when this vehicle is taken on a long trip — its total cruising range is thus extended to 600 miles.

The third choice is the CUV’s “Power” mode, which provides unbridled power when needed. Under this arrangement, the gas engine shoulders the brunt of the work and this capable powerplant has the goods to show for it, delivering 280 horsepower and 280 foot-pounds of torque. The electric motor is no slouch too as it makes 70 hp and 148 foot-pounds of torque. Need to get on the highway fast? This CUV does it in style, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.8 seconds.

Turbocharged Four

What may surprise Volvo enthusiasts the most is that the gas engine found underneath this concept’s hood is a turbocharged four cylinder engine. No V-6 power is needed — this engine has been optimized to deliver the most power from the fewest number of cylinders.

The Volvo XC60 PHEV has been designed to plug-in to a standard household outlet for recharging. With a standard 110-volt outlet, recharging should be accomplished in 7.5 hours. For faster recharges, a 220-volt outlet cuts that down to just 3.5 hours.

Market Plans

Will the XC60 PHEV come to market? It is expected to and should arrive in American showrooms by 2014. When it does hit the market, crossover fans may find this CUV too hard to resist — a five-passenger model that is fuel efficient and minimizes its emissions output.

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The thing is, Car Rental market is very competitive one and rates differences for comparable quality and service are relatively small, sometimes as small as $10 to $20. These minuet price differences are going to vanish in the wind when you consider the long lines and lost time at the cheapest renter counter, drop charges for remote destinations, late return fines, and gasoline inflated rates as well as other service charges you didn’t think about when you shopped for the “best deal”.

Don’t get us wrong, we don’t like to pay higher prices more than you do. We do recommend to shop around and check the various rates available, especially when it’s so easy to do it via the Internet at comparison sites.

All we say here you need to consider other things beside the price and when you compare please make sure you compare apples to apples and not apples to pears.

Things to consider when ordering a rented a car

Who is using the car, are you by yourself on a business trip or you are traveling with the whole family? How much luggage are you going to have, does the car you are thinking about is big enough to have you all plus all your hand luggage and big suitcases? If not, consider to change to a mini van or a car with extra large trunk.

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Facts about Pets and Hot Cars

There are a number of things that many pet owners are unaware of when it comes to leaving their animals in the car. Some things that are vital to keep in mind when making the decision of whether or not to bring your dog along with you on short trips include:

A dog can fall victim to heatstroke or suffocation in minutes if left in the car on a hot day
The temperature in a car is much hotter than the outside temperature. This can be confusing for owners who feel that it is safe to leave their dogs unattended because the weather does not appear to be that hot. For instance, on a day in which the outside temperature is 78 degrees, the inside temperature of a car parked in the shade is likely closer to 90.
Rolling down the window in a car is not sufficient when it comes to actually protecting an animal. While cracking a window does help, it only does so minimally.

When considering whether or not it is safe to leave a dog in a car, if the day is even slightly hot, it is better to err on the side of caution.

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Hybrid cars have been gaining in popularity in recent years. With lower cost of production and new hybrid car technology being developed, owning a hybrid car is becoming affordable to everyone.

Hybrid Cars Saves Gas

The obvious advantage of using hybrid cars is that it saves gas. Combining the cleaner energy of an electric motor with the long range capacity of a gasoline engine allows a hybrid car to save as much as 30 miles a gallon. One feature of hybrid cars is that the gasoline engine is shut off automatically when the car stops. This also helps in saving fuel. That is also the reason why hybrid cars are so quiet why it is stationary. The gasoline engine is automatically turned on when you step on the accelerator pedal.

Hybrid Cars Are Environment Friendly

Hybrid cars emit lower toxic emissions compared to conventional gasoline-powered cars due to less gasoline being burned. It is environmentally friendly, causes less pollution and releases less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. If you do not know, carbon dioxide is one of the primary reasons for rising global warming. For example, the Toyota Prius can reduce tailpipe emissions by up to ninety percent and the greenhouse gas emissions by as much as fifty percent.

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Then in 1879, the first electric railway was built by Dr. Werner Von Siemens. The wheels on the vehicle were driven by an electric motor drawing its electricity from the rails which were insulated from the ground and connected to a generator.  And also in that decade, year 1886 the business investors in London gained interest in developing an electric taxicab. The design was powered by a 28 cell batter system that would drive a small electric motor. Even so, this one did not come into regular use.

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]]> http://www.mycrashdummy.com/history-of-the-hybrid-car/feed/ 0 Where to Find the Best Luxury Car Hire http://www.mycrashdummy.com/where-to-find-the-best-luxury-car-hire/ http://www.mycrashdummy.com/where-to-find-the-best-luxury-car-hire/#comments Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:04:03 +0000 admin http://www.mycrashdummy.com/?p=1310 When you are taking a Luxury holiday in Spain and have spent a lot of money on your luxury accommodation, you should expect this feel from the start of your trip to the very end. Booking a luxury car hire will mean you travel in style, comfort and will have some fantastic memories to look back upon.

You probably have had previous experience of a luxury hire car. It can take a while to shop around for the best deals, sometimes when everyone wants to hire the very cheapest cars there isn’t much difference in price for a luxury car; companies are forced to drop prices to make use of their entire fleet. Generally for not a huge amount of money you could be driving around in something very special. Whether you want to make the right impression on a business trip or feel like travelling in luxury whilst you relax on holiday a luxury hire car will be the answer.

Luxury car hire can be booked in exactly the same way you might book a standard vehicle. The best way to find a good deal on a luxury car is to use an On-line comparison search engine. You simply enter your details and requirements just once; then the search engine will gather results from the most competitive and comprehensive companies and you can choose which best suits you. This saves you having to search through several different companies and entering your details every time.

It’s best to try to organize your luxury hire car as far in advance of your holiday as possible. By doing this you can be sure you are getting the best prices and the widest range of vehicles possible. It will also eliminate having to fill out forms or wait for processing when you arrive. Your luxury car will be ready and waiting for you collect as soon as you pass through arrivals.

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]]> http://www.mycrashdummy.com/where-to-find-the-best-luxury-car-hire/feed/ 0 what are the latest car in deals offered by car dealers http://www.mycrashdummy.com/what-are-the-latest-car-in-deals-offered-by-car-dealers/ http://www.mycrashdummy.com/what-are-the-latest-car-in-deals-offered-by-car-dealers/#comments Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:30:12 +0000 admin http://www.mycrashdummy.com/?p=1306 Young people looking for their first car or first new car will always experience a little “sticker shock” when they realize how genuinely expensive cars are. People who are used to used cars, which may cost a tiny fraction of what they did when they were new, will be amazed at how expensive new cars are, with even lower-end models costing tens of thousands of Australian dollars. Fortunately, those who are determined to get a great deal on a new car can take advantage of the unique situation within the Australian economy to save a bundle, and to get a vehicle which will keep them happy and mobile for many years to come.

The global economic crisis has placed heavy strain on auto makers, as shown by the collapse of America’s brands and the general downward spiral of many smaller European brands. Additionally, the earthquake in Japan and subsequent nuclear disaster has put an intense pressure on Japanese auto makers, reducing their ability to make cars and greatly cutting into their profits. This means that car manufacturers are desperate to move vehicles into the hands of new owners, since doing so is essential for their long-term success, as well as necessary to convince their lenders that they will be able to pay off their debts.

As such, many dealers are now offering special car deals, especially when it comes to lending, that they would not have otherwise offered. While the days of easy credit and no money down are long gone, most auto dealers are desperate to move cars off the lot and will extend loans and credit to persons with minimal assets and modest credit ratings. Many banks are also more willing to extend auto loans than they might have been in the past, since putting up loans for houses is more risky as they will likely be unable to sell the house in the event of a default. As such, many of the car buyers on today’s market will find that it is easier to get an auto loan now than it was a year or two ago.

Additionally, the pressure to remove cars from inventory gives customers a lot more bargaining power. Smart buyers who do their research and determine what a car is really worth, usually through comparison shopping and online sales records, can aggressively negotiate downward. The days of cars being handed out fast and furious with lots of extra options are gone, and aggressive hagglers can get down well past the sticker price. It is a great idea to bring along copies of sales sheets, cost sheets and advertisements from competitors when negotiating the final price of a car in order to facilitate this.

]]> http://www.mycrashdummy.com/what-are-the-latest-car-in-deals-offered-by-car-dealers/feed/ 0 Your BMW Can Look Much Better With the Latest BMW Accessories http://www.mycrashdummy.com/your-bmw-can-look-much-better-with-the-latest-bmw-accessories/ http://www.mycrashdummy.com/your-bmw-can-look-much-better-with-the-latest-bmw-accessories/#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:33:38 +0000 admin http://www.mycrashdummy.com/?p=1303 One of the elegant cars many people are dreaming of is the BMW car. The first-class design, parts and performance make it really easy for many car enthusiasts to love BMW brand cars. Though BMW is one of the best cars around, you can still make it look much better. If you want to make your car more appealing, adding BMW accessories will do the trick. These BMW accessories will surely get you the attention you want for your car.

Searching for BMW parts and accessories is easy because the market offers a wide selection to choose from. You can purchase these accessories from your local auto shop or online dealers.

If your grilles happen to lose its iconic look, you can replace that dull looking or cracked grille on your car with a new pair of BMW custom grilles. These new BMW grille inserts will surely improve the look of your car and restore its iconic look.

One of the BMW accessories that really get a lot of positive attention is the stylish BMW lights. You can customize the headlights and tail lights of your car in a way you want it to be. No matter what make or model of BMW car you have, you can improve the lights by simply replacing the old headlights and tail lights with the latest addition of BMW lights.

It is important that you know the specs of your car and the lights you are considering to purchase to make sure you get the right BMW car accessories. You can actually find a lot of interesting and good looking accessories, but getting the right one that will fit your car is the most important. You should choose the right combination BMW accessories to make sure that they will go with the rest of your car.

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]]> http://www.mycrashdummy.com/your-bmw-can-look-much-better-with-the-latest-bmw-accessories/feed/ 0 Cheap Car Insurance Is Easy To Get Online http://www.mycrashdummy.com/cheap-car-insurance-is-easy-to-get-online/ http://www.mycrashdummy.com/cheap-car-insurance-is-easy-to-get-online/#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:42:56 +0000 admin http://www.mycrashdummy.com/?p=1299 Car insurance is an added expense over and above the considerable expense of owning and maintaining a car, particularly when you consider all the other types of insurance that are necessary in today’s world, so it is only natural to want to get cheap car insurance without compromising on coverage. Luckily, cheap car insurance is well within your reach, provided you know how to get it.

The Internet is the best place to start when shopping for cheap car insurance. Insurance companies are now geared to provide you with a quote online but you will still need to shop around and compare quotes, and keying in your details separately for each insurance company you want a quote from can be a hassle. The answer is to use an insurance company that allows you to get multiple quotes online. You enter your details online, and the insurance company will draw up individual quotes for a number of insurance providers (sometimes as many as eight) and send them to you all in one go. How cool is that? You will even save on your phone bill because you won’t need to use the phone to get your quotes.

There are a number of other things you can do to reduce your car insurance besides getting cheap car insurance quotes online. You can increase your excess which will decrease your premiums on a monthly basis but substantially increase the amount you will have to pay out of your pocket when you claim. Accidents happen when you least expect them so you need to be sure you can afford to pay such a high excess if you go this route. All new cars now have to be insured before they leave the showroom floor these days but you can limit the amount of insurance you will have to pay by purchasing a cheap or moderately priced car. To insurance companies, cheaper cars mean cheaper repairs which means they will have to fork out less. The result is a lower premium for the consumer who buys a cheaper car.

Ensure that your car is parked in a secured area like a garage or lockable car port at night, and consider fitting additional security measures such as a gear-lock, as this can help you get a cheaper package. Speaking of packages, it is often cheaper to have a combined coverage package, where you insure your car, home and possessions with one insurance company than several separate premiums with different companies. Avoid driving a high-risk vehicle or expensive car if you can. High-risk vehicles are the makes and models of cars that insurance companies consider to be vulnerable to theft and hi-jacking, and your premium will be raised accordingly. Also, expensive cars tend to be expensive to repair, so you can expect your insurance premium to be higher than if you had a cheaper car.

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