Disposing Off Used Cars Quickly
First, you should first do an honest evaluation of the car. You can consider the interior, exterior condition, any dents, tire condition, engine and transmission state. In addition, you should also consider if the car runs smoothly or not. When you evaluate these factors, then you can determine the price of the car. There are a number of sites that can help you give the right value for your car. In addition, you can also compare prices of similar cars in your region.
After you value your car, ensure that the car is detailed. This should be done by a professional and it should include the windows, carpets, seats tires and dashboard. It is important that you car looks appealing to any potential buyer. You can visit local bank to make arrangements for potential buyers. You can also inquire how much money they can advance to a buyer. In addition, you can also ask about the loan duration and the interest rates. The most important question is to enquire how much the buyer pays each month.
The most important aspect of selling is advertising. This has been made easier by the internet. There are numerous sites where you can have your car advertised at a small charge. In addition, you can also place the advertisement in local newspapers and dailies. Place ‘sale’ sign and put it on the car. The sign should have your contacts and name. You will never know when a potential may come along. In addition you can place bulletins posts on gyms, workplaces and social joints.
Ensure that you park your car in a visible area where there is a lot of traffic. Tell everyone that you know that you are selling the car. Make a route of where buyers can test drive the car. Then finally, set the price higher than what you want.
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Leave a commentThe Latest Trend Of Hybrid Cars
Hybrid cars are the craze these days with their advanced features, modern design, and fuel economy leaving fewer impacts on the environment. The latest models of hybrid cars encompass many new trends that are absent in ordinary vehicles. Some of these latest trends are mentioned below:
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is the ultimate bonus point of a hybrid car. It gives you a lot of leverage on your fuel consumption and the monthly gasoline bills. Although hybrid cars have always been known for their fuel economy capabilities, latest models are more efficient than the older ones. Additionally, they also come at much lower rates as compared to the earliest models of hybrid cars.
The combination of electric motor driver and a gasoline engine helps in a better performance on the road. The electric motor is perfect for a normal driving routine while the gasoline engine can be used on highways and mountainous tracks. The mileage on the electric motor has also been improved in the latest models of hybrid cars.
Design
Hybrid cars have attained an almost unparallel advantage over ordinary cars. The differentiating factor is the availability of sleek designs and modern accessories that come with these vehicles. Most hybrid cars now come with great designs and unique colours. Additionally, they keep the green factor in mind and ensure a complete compliance with the environment safety rules. The designs are thus totally environment friendly.
Exterior
Apart from the modern design, the latest trend in hybrid cars is the inclusion of technology for driving guidance. Parking assistance software, for example, help in a quick parking of a hybrid vehicle, including a complete guidance of difficult parallel parking. The exterior lights are brighter and consume very less energy as compared to an ordinary vehicle.
Interior
The interior of the new breed of hybrid cars is equally plush as is its interior. The modern style seating comes in leather with a high emphasis on the comfort factor. The seats are wider than the older models and are equipped with modern seat adjustment features that are adjusted through a remote control. Entertainment features are also installed including audio system, DVD players and TV screens. One can also install individual LCD screens at the back side of the front seats to give your car a touch of a modern airliner.
Transmission
Transmission system of the latest hybrid vehicles is that it can accommodate eight different speed levels in a quick succession. The brake system of the new breed of hybrid cars is completely based on electronics and gives a better performance on road. The braking is fast, but does not cause an abrupt braking that can injure the passengers or the vehicle.
New models of hybrid cars come equipped with electronic stability controls that help in a better driving experience and increased road safety. They are also equipped with Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VIDS) that helps the drivers in controlling the vehicle without any difficulty.
Danny Green is a car specialist. Get latest news and views about Hybrid Cars and compare prices to buy at http://www.lexus.co.uk.
What Tools Do You Need For Effective Auto Detailing?
There is a marked difference between just giving the car a wash and complete auto detailing. Auto detailing refers to the complete cleaning process, which can make your vehicle look like new. This includes cleaning the inside upholstery, the dashboard, tires and of course the vehicle’s body. This can be a time-consuming task if you don’t have the right equipment. But taking the time to invest in some effective cleaning tools can make a world of difference to your car detailing.
Going Green
When it comes to auto detailing, many people opt for a range of different chemicals to clean different surfaces. The tougher the dirt deposits, the harsher the chemical used. For instance, the task of degreasing usually calls for tough chemical cleaning agents. But tackling the upholstery and carpet might call for milder cleaning products. When it comes to auto detailing, the truth is that you don’t have to rely on harsh chemicals at all. In fact, it makes much more sense to invest in ecologically friendly products that won’t harm the environment, your health, or your vehicle when you use them.
A common misconception is that these green chemicals can’t clean as effectively as other chemicals. This simply isn’t true – an investment in the right green cleaning products will afford users the ability to penetrate dirt molecules and break them down from the inside. Even stubborn grease stains can be easily lifted with these kinds of products. These ecologically-friendly chemicals are also plant-based, which means they leave no harmful chemical traces behind.
The Pressure of Auto Detailing
It’s always a sound idea to invest in specialized cleaning machinery for your auto detailing. But many people make the mistake of using conventional pressure washers or dry steam cleaners for these jobs. In the case of pressure washers, the pressure level is often too high and can damage the body of the vehicle. In the case of dry steam cleaners, the machines simply don’t have enough pressure. Apart from that, these cleaning units also require constant wiping when you use them, which may lead to scratching the paint.
The ideal cleaning machine for auto detailing should offer a pressure level of 1000-1500 psi and a flow rate of only .5 GPM. This low flow rate will ensure the body of the vehicle isn’t harmed during cleaning. Apart from that, the steam car wash machine should also have a steam temperature of up to 330ºF. This makes it an ideal tool for easily dissolving and removing tough stains.
Ideally, you should be able to use this auto detailing equipment on a number of different surfaces. This means they should be able to tackle the tough and rugged surfaces of tires as well as the more delicate surfaces like the windows. Apart from that, the cleaning unit should be able to remove a wide range of different stains. A car is subject to a variety of different dirt deposits, ranging from the sticky and stubborn tree sap to the equally difficult tar. Your auto detailing machine should also be able to easily remove brake dust, grease, oil deposits, salt sedimentation and dead insects.
This kind of cleaning machine and the right green chemicals can make your auto detailing job quicker and easier.
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Click above for a high res gallery of Ford Fiesta SportVan Sleeker and smaller than a Transit Connect but also serving as a fuel-saving delivery vehicle that can carry up to 515 kg (1,135 lbs) worth of stuff, the new Ford Fiesta SportVan is now on sale in the UK. With a diesel powerplant that gives off CO 2 emissions of just 110 g/km, the SportVan will cost you £10,780. The new diesel SportVan also, well, sports 56 mpg (U.S.) on the combined cycle. Opt for the petrol versions and you’ll get 41 mpg (U.S.) and 133 g/kkm of CO 2 , starting at £9,025. What’s different about the SportVan from the standard Fiesta? As you can see in the image above and in the gallery below, the rear side windows are swapped out for solid panels that match the body color. Rear seats are similarly made more functional by removing them, turning the back into a 1,000 cubic liter cargo space with a standard half-height composite bulkhead and DIN-compliant tie-down hooks. More details are available after the jump. An earlier version of the Fiesta SportVan has been a part of the small delivery van market in Europe since 2006 . Gallery: Ford Fiesta SportVan [Source: Ford] Continue reading New Ford Fiesta SportVan on sale in UK; diesel gets 56 mpg Auto Blog: Diesel , Ford , UK New Ford Fiesta SportVan on sale in UK; diesel gets 56 mpg originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Mon, 09 Mar 2009 13:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds .Car Blog Green | Car Blog Green | Car Blog Green
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Extreme Makeover family gets free 2010 Ford Fusion hybrid
Auto Blog: Etc. , Hybrid , Ford , USA If you were watching “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” yesterday (and who wasn’t?) then you were witness to some extreme generosity on the part of the Ford Motor Company who gave the featured family a brand new 2010 Fusion hybrid to go with their freshly refurbished house. The automaker’s magnanimity didn’t end there either. Unlike the years supply of gasoline your father’s Ford Company might have given to go along with the car, the Ford of today chose instead to throw in a set of solar panels. Of course, the company doesn’t make a vehicle that runs on electricity yet but, hey, it’s the thought that counts. The gesture makes the Drumm family one of the first in America to drive the Fusion hybrid as it will only arrive in showrooms in the Spring. Its EPA-rated 41 mpg in the city ( we got 43.1! ) is probably more than twice that of the hand-me-down van they had been driving. Such a good deed deserves a press release and we have that for you after the break. Gallery: First Drive: 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid [Source: Ford Motor Company ] Continue reading Extreme Makeover family gets free 2010 Ford Fusion hybrid Extreme Makeover family gets free 2010 Ford Fusion hybrid originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Mon, 19 Jan 2009 10:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds .Car Blog Green|Car Blog Green|Car Blog Green
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Tesla debuts zippier Roadster Sport
For all you well-heeled auto fanatics, there is good news: Tesla Motors has made a faster car. The luxury electric carmaker on Sunday lifted the curtain on the Tesla Roadster Sport at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Tesla said it has begun taking orders for the $128,500 sportscar, which will be available in late June. The Roadster Sport has a bit more zip off the line than the original rocket-like Roadster, Tesla’s first electric car favored by tech tycoons and Hollywood types. The Sport accelerates from zero to 60 miles per hour in 3.7 seconds, leaving the original $109,000 Roadster (zero to 60 in 3.9 seconds) a few steps behind. The Roadster Sport is notable for another reason than performance: the powertrain in the car will be the same used in the Model S, a four-door electric luxury sedan Tesla intends to start making in 2011. Also at the auto show, Tesla Motors rival Fisker Automotive is expected to unveil the production version of the Fisker Karma, a plug-in hybrid luxury sedan expected to be available by the end of this year. Fisker Automotive on Monday is also planning on show off a new concept car, reportedly called the Sunset.
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Lexus Unveils 2010 HS 250h Hybrid; Second Hybrid-only Vehicle in Toyota Line-up
Lexus revealed the 2010 HS 250h, the first luxury dedicated hybrid vehicle, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The HS 250h will be Toyota Motor’s second hybrid-only vehicle (after the Prius) and will be Lexus’ fourth hybrid and the most fuel-efficient vehicle in its lineup. It also will be the first Lexus to utilize carbon-neutral Ecological Plastic materials in a new futuristic cockpit and interior design. The HS 250h sedan’s expected fuel efficiency will be more than 30% better than the most fuel-efficient model currently in the Lexus lineup, while earning a SULEV emissions rating utilizing regular 87-octane gasoline. Although the EPA numbers have not been finalized, city mpg for the HS 250h should be higher than that of the smart fortwo, said Mark Templin, Lexus Group Vice President and General Manager, at the reveal. (The 2009 smart fortwo coupe has an EPA city rating of 33 mpg US.) The 250h represents Lexus’s first use of a four-cylinder gasoline engine. The 2.4-L Atkinson-cycle engine, as part of the latest Lexus Hybrid Drive System, contributes to a combined 187 hp (39 kW) for the total system. The efficient Atkinson-cycle engine, enabled by the Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) system, allows the expansion/power stroke to be longer than the compression stroke, resulting in the more effective use of combustion energy for engine power. Among the technologies adopted in the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine are cooling piston oil jets; an optimized balance shaft rate for improved Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) characteristics; and a hot-air venting system mounted behind the radiator. Like the new 2010 RX 450h hybrid utility vehicle that made its debut in November (earlier post), the HS 250h will include a new exhaust heat recovery system designed to improve efficiency. The system consists of a thermostatically operated butterfly valve behind the catalytic converter which restricts the exhaust stream during warmup, and diverts much of the exhaust heat to a heat exchanger. Heat from the heat exchanger warms up engine coolant, which then transfers heat to intake manifold coolant passages as well as the cabin heater circuit, enabling the internal combustion engine to turn off earlier, more often, and for longer periods of time, while maintaining low emissions at startup. The result is an improvement in both fuel economy and emissions. A windshield with infrared-ray (IR) reduction properties, which helps keep the interior cooler, has been adopted in order to decrease the amount of air conditioning needed to lower the cabin temperature. In addition to the exhaust heat recovery system and the IR windshield, available power-saving LED headlamps also contribute to improved fuel efficiency and emissions. The HS 250h sedan’s 0.27 drag coefficient (Cd) makes it among the most aerodynamic in its class. A gull-wing-shaped roof-panel design reduces mass and overall vehicle height, thus reducing drag and improving fuel efficiency. The front spoiler, rear spoiler, rear under spoiler, and diffuser fins all reduce turbulence. Smooth A-pillar shape and the optimized angle and curvature of the bumper side panels also reduce wake turbulence, as does the increased taper of the fender side panels. The under-floor covers have been optimally positioned for reduced drag, while airflow restriction in the engine compartment has been lowered by optimizing the air-duct profiles around the radiator. The aerodynamic design also contributes to decreased wind noise. A smoother transition between windshield (complete with a sound-insulating inner layer) and roof line has improved air flow and reduced turbulence. The HS 250h incorporates plant-based, carbon-neutral “Ecological Plastics” or bio-plastics in specific interior areas. Ecological Plastic emits less carbon dioxide during a product’s lifecycle than plastic made solely from petroleum. Among the areas of utilization will be an industry-first use in luggage-trim upholstery. Other areas are the cowl-side trim, door scuff plate, tool box area, floor-finish plate, seat cushions, and the package tray behind the rear seats. Overall, approximately 30% of the interior and luggage area is covered with Ecological Plastic. Over the estimated lifecycle of the vehicle, the HS 250h will have approximately 20% fewer carbon-dioxide emissions as a result of utilizing the Ecological Plastic trim pieces. The rack-and-pinion steering system utilizes a brushless Electric Power Steering (EPS) motor on the steering column, which provides improved steering feel, a reduction in harsh feedback, and better fuel economy and emissions by not draining engine power like conventional hydraulic systems. The EPS is an integral part of an available lane keep assist system, a new driver assist that adds smooth steering torque to help the vehicle stay in the center of the lane. The amount of assisted torque is dependant on a lane-marker detection camera. It includes a lane departure warning feature that is designed to detect possible lane departure; it then gives the driver an audible warning and provides feedback via the steering wheel to encourage corrective action. The HS is slightly longer than the IS and is taller than both the IS and ES. It also has a greater couple distance (distance hip to hip between front and rear passengers) than any other vehicle in its class other than the ES. The contoured front-seat backs also add to increased rear-seat legroom. The HS 250h will also offer Lexus’ telematics systems, Lexus Enform and Safety Connect. Safety Connect will provide automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle location, 24/7 emergency and roadside assistance. The 2010 HS 250h will reach dealerships nationwide in late summer.
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It’s a sports car that can go 0-60 mph in less than 5 seconds and hits a top speed of 120 mph. Without gas. Because it’s electric. It’s the new Dodge Circuit EV, introduced at the Detroit Auto Show. An all-electric sports car that looks like it belongs in the fast-car garage alongside the Dodge Viper super-car. But this baby does it with zero gasoline consumption, zero tailpipe emissions and a 150-200 mile driving range that’s enough to do laps on a racetrack until your eyes are too blurry to can’t find the outlet to plug it in to recharge. Seriously, that mileage range between re-charging makes this an ideal car to drive every day — which is what Dodge is hoping you will do. Dodge Circuit EV design screams pure sports car from every angle, except from the engine, which doesn’t have that loud throaty roar because it’s electric. But, everyting else is Viper-like. The low profile and proportions for balanced handling. The distinctive Dodge crosshair grille that splits the wind, sending it over both the long, low hood and over the windshield. The deeply scalloped sides, that give breathing room for a functional rear-brake air duct. The Dodge Circuit EV is powered by Chrysler’s new ENVI drivetrain, which also will be powering the other EV concepts launched in Detroit. But none of them are what Dodge is calling this stoplight-bright “Tangogreen” color. Thank goodness. The Circuit’s ENVI powertrain is just three powertrain components — a 200 kW (268 horsepower) electric motor to drive the wheels, an advanced lithium-ion battery system to power the electric-drive motor, and a controller that manages energy flow. It recharges in an ordinary 110-volt household outlet, or twice as fast in a typical 220-volt household appliance power outlet. Inside are all the creature features of a conventional gas-powered sports car, including a leather-covered instrument cluster, deep bolster seats in soft premium leather, and a super sound system. No word yet when — or if — Dodge will complete the Circuit and get it out of ‘concept’ and into production. source:examiner
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Spectacular New Jaguar roadster sports car set for 2011
Jaguar has earmarked March 2011 and the Geneva show to launch a new two-seat sports car, likely to be called the Jaguar XE. “Geneva 2011 will be the 50th anniversary of the launch of the E-type and what better way to celebrate that than to launch a new sports car,” company boss Mike O’Driscoll told Autocar. The new sports car is tipped to be a front-engined, rear-wheel-drive, alumninium car based on a cut-down Jaguar XJ platform. Speculation is also mounting that it could be powered by a supercharged V6 engine, based on the all-new V8 motor powering the new Jaguar XFR saloon, which was unveiled at this week’s Detroit motor show. O’Driscoll also hinted that a new sports car was not the only ambition of Jaguar and that he and his team were considering a fifth, smaller model. But the new small Jaguar would not be a direct replacement for the X-type, which is due to bow out next year. O’Driscoll said: “A smaller car could be interesting for us, but it shouldn’t be a cheaper Jaguar.” He wouldn’t be drawn on Jag’s exact plans, but insiders have hinted that a car based on the 2003 RD6 concept is still being considered. O’Driscoll hasn’t ruled out further engine options for the Jaguar XF either. “In a couple of years there’s no reason why we shouldn’t put a four-cylinder diesel in it,” he said. Jaguar XFR
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Mercedes Benz unveils all-new E-Class
The AMGsports package gives the new E-Class a similar look to the 525hp E63 due later in the year. In and amongst all the releases for new vehicles and concepts for this month’s Detroit Auto Show, Mercedes Benz has decided to quietly reveal details for its all-new E-Class sedan, which is set to go on sale in Europe this March following a debut at the Geneva Motor Show. The new model features more than 20 new or further technical developments, with a bevy of advanced safety features including Attention Assist, Adaptive Main Beam Assist and automatic emergency braking. The car also sports a new bodyshell that is 30% more rigid than the outgoing model, as well as further improved seats and a newly developed suspension whose shock absorbers automatically adjust to the current driving situation. The optional air suspension also now works together with an electronic damping system. Engineers have also made the new E-Class much more efficient, with direct-injection technology enabling the range to be, on average, 23% more fuel-efficient. The most frugal model is rated at 44.3mpg (5.3L/100km) for fuel-economy. All the engines also meet the EU5 emission standard, and in the case of the E350 BlueTEC the emissions are already below the EU6 limits planned for 2014. The range of engines available for the new E-Class comprises four, six and eight-cylinder units with outputs from 100 kW/136 hp to 386 kW/525 hp – the top end model being the E63 from AMG. The four-cylinder engines are newly developed direct-injection units, which develop a higher output and torque than the comparable V6-engines of the preceding series despite a smaller displacement. The top model in the new E-Class diesel range is the six-cylinder E350 CDI with an output of 170 kW/231 hp, which uses 0.5 litres per 100 kilometres less fuel than the previous E320 CDI. Safety features include an optional Adaptive Main Beam Assist, which uses a camera on the windscreen to recognise oncoming traffic and vehicles moving ahead, and controls the headlamps so that their beams do not reach the other vehicle. Also new is a Lane Safety package, which includes a Blind Spot Assist feature and Lane Departure warning system that causes the steering wheel to vibrate gently if it detects the car is leaving its lane. Night View Assist from the S-Class is also available as an optional extra for the new E-Class. Engineers have improved this system with a special pedestrian detection function – as soon as Night View Assist Plus recognises pedestrians ahead of the car, they are highlighted in the onboard display to provide a greatly enhanced warning effect. One other feature is Attention Assist, which monitors how drowsy a driver is using a steering wheel angle sensor and can alert them if they start to dose off. continued…. With seven airbags as standard, belt tensioners, belt force limiters, crash-responsive head restraints and ISOFIX child seat attachments, the new E-Class has even more extensive safety features than the preceding model. Another new feature is the active bonnet, which raises the rear section of the bonnet by 50mm within milliseconds of an accident to protect pedestrians. A similar system has been used in the Jaguar XK and Nissan GT-R. For improved comfort and style, Mercedes has added seat-piping, a new massage function from the S-Class, and an optional rear seat unit consisting of two individual seats. Standard specifications include 16in light-alloy wheels in a nine-spoke design, eucalyptus or embossed aluminum trim (optional) and a four-spoke multifunction steering wheel lined Nappa leather with chrome inserts. Also included in the standard equipment is the Audio 20 CD infotainment system with a twin receiver, CD-player, eight loudspeakers and a Bluetooth interface for a mobile phone. The colour display in the centre of the dashboard can be operated by the driver or front passenger, using the Controller on the centre console. Once again, the E-Class can be ordered in the Elegance or Avantgarde lines of trim, and there is also an AMG sports package that adds a bodykit, sport seats with enhanced lateral support, a three-spoke sports steering wheel with shift paddles, perforated disc brakes with the Mercedes logo and 18in light-alloy wheels in an AMG design. The specifications listed are primarily for the European models, though we do expect some of the above trims to come to the U.S. Official details for the new 2010 U.S. E-class will be revealed closer to the launch date. source:motorauthority
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