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MINI Coupe, the First Official Details MINI is expanding its product family by launching a new model to maximize driving pleasure. MINI Coupe offers the driver an unparalleled level of agility in its segment with premium levels of quality and equipment. After being presented as a concept in 2009 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, MINI unveiled today the first details and official photos of the new MINI Coupe – the first model with only two seats in the English manufacturer's range that will be launched this year at 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The selection of engines, chassis settings, weight distribution and aerodynamic properties of the new MINI Coupe are concentrated on delivering optimal performance. The new MINI Coupe will be available to customers with the new generation of four-cylinder engines, petrol and diesel. MINI Coupe can be ordered with the most powerful engines in the arsenal of the brand, the powers ranging from 90 kW/122 hp for MINI Cooper Coupe, 105 kW/143 hp for MINI Cooper SD Coupe, 135 kW/184 hp for MINI Cooper S Coupe and up to 155 kW/211 hp for the lineup leader, the MINI John Cooper Works Coupe. Read the Full Story
MIllions in exotic vehicle destroyed in recent Singapor garage flood Recently, in the Orchard Road section of Singapor where many of the financially wealthy  reside were hit with the unexpected; a few feet a water. We all know that regardless of the cost of the vehicle, water and electric components do not mix, so these vehicle are going to be written off as a total lose. Read the Full Story
Pre-purchase Automobile Services Investing in the Pre-Purchase Inspection Services of Automobiles Is a Smart Move Finding pre-purchase inspection services of automobiles on the Internet is a pretty simple operation. However, this is a service that it appears not many people know about. Most people know that when they are in the market to buy a used car, they should have a mechanic look it over prior to actually making the purchase. Statistics will probably bear out that despite knowing this is a good idea, not many people actually do it. The fact is that not many people have a regular mechanic. What a Pre-Purchase Inspection Service Does Pre-purchase inspection services of automobiles is a service you contract for when you are looking to buy a used car. Inspecting used cars for their clients is all they do. They don’t make repairs or usually sell any kind of service other than the inspection of used cars. Maybe one of the best parts of their service is that they go to the location of the car, not the other way around. You tell them where the car is located, make arrangements with the seller, and the inspector shows up and does the inspection. Within 24-72 hours, you have a report in-hand letting you know if the car is worth your money. Read the Full Story
Alternative Fuels: Why it’s Good To Go Alternative Alternative Fuels: Why it’s Good To Go Alternative Society has turned its nose up at alternative fuels for decades. But in our world where we have become overly dependent on conventional and nonrenewable sources of energy, we are seeing these sources depleted day by day. We are at last turn our sights to the use of alternative fuels to supply our energy needs. What Are Alternative Fuels? In a nutshell, alternative fuels, also commonly referred to as non-conventional or advanced fuels, are any substances or materials that can be used as fuel, aside from the non-renewable sources such as fossil fuels (petroleum, natural gas, and coal). Read the Full Story
General Motors Plans to shutdown Chevy Volt plant to help increase production If you are in the market  to buying one of the best selling plug-in hybrids, you may have to wait until until Chevy revamps their assembly line to keep up with the high demand for the Chevy Volt. Currently, GM's feels the need to interrupt  the production at the Detroit Hamtramck plant for four weeks to prepare for 2012. This shutdown is key for increasing product of the very popular volt, form 17,00 units to 60 units a year. In addition, Chevy is looking for a way to reduce the price of the Volt by $7,500 in the near future. Which may be the reason for the sudden revamp plans.         Read the Full Story
2011 Tesla Roadster Tesler Motor is continuing the race to the top in making a fast and reliable full-electric vehicle. With the longest lasting Lithium-Ion Battery in the industry, as well as outstanding performance. Just watch the video below it will speak for itself. Read the Full Story
Do-it-yourself Air filter inspection Air filter D.I.Y. Inspection An air filter is a very vital part of your vehicle. It helps keep impurities in the air out of your engine. Some Air filters are disposable and others are reusable. They can come in many different shapes and sizes. Read the Full Story
Volvo’s C30 electric car goes up against the Arctic Chill and loses 50% of it’s juice Volvo test the C30 Electric car in the arctic circle to see if the below freezing temperature affect the battery life between charges. Their tested should the electric car battery couldn't stand-up to the frigid temperature and lost 50% of its travel distance between charges. This is a good step forward for the automotive manufacturer in develop a quality product that could compete with the competition. Watch the video below for an inside look Read the Full Story
BMW Diesel 3 series? BMW has changed the game once again with the NEW quite diesel engine, which still performs like a legendary machine. Read the Full Story
How to open your hood and save yourself some money Opening the hood It all begins under the hood. Under the hood of your vehicle you will find most of the vital fluids, such as engine oil, transmission fluid, anti-freeze/coolant. Checking these fluids is very important. Its may look or sound difficult, but it is very simple. In all vehicles there is a hood release handle located within the passenger compartment near the driver. This handle can be identified by the word hood or a picture of a car with its hood open located on it. To operate you will firmly pull on it until you see the hood raises a bit. Sorry, but it is not over yet, Hood latches all have a built in safety feature that prevent the hood from accidently coming open while driving. This is called a safety catch. To release it you would simply press against it then lift the hood. autotech4rent.comIs a new automotive website that gives you free advice and has a mobile Diagnostic center that comes to you. This service will save you time and money. No more tow bills just to find out all you needed was a battery. Read the Full Story
Do it yourself belt inspection Drive-belt D.I.Y. inspection Checking your drive-belt is a very important inspection. Without it, a lot of your vital components would not operate. For example your power-steering pump will not build-up pressure to ad you in steering, or the engine’s water pump which job is to circulate coolant though the motor to help prevent overheating, will not aid in engine cooling. How to locate: - It can be found on the front of the engineWhat to look for: - Glazing - Cracking - Fraying Read the Full Story
New Mercerdes New SLK! WOW Read the Full Story
Audi drives itself!!!!!! Read the Full Story
Find your automotive parts on AMAZON.com Amazon.com is taking the internet by storm and has made it easier to locate automotive part for your vehicle. It will save time and money. Try it today! Amazon.com Widgets Read the Full Story

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The Basic Functions and Operations of the Anti-Lock Braking System

Most vehicles today already have an anti-lock brake system which contributes to the safety and comfort of both driver and passengers. Generally, anti-lock brake systems have the same components and have the same function in different vehicles, but automobile manufacturing companies have different ways of creating this system.  This is why it is always best to consult a vehicle’s manual when troubleshooting a vehicle’s ABS.

What is an Anti-Lock Brake System?

An anti-lock brake system is a 4-wheel system which prevents the lock-up of wheels in the automobile. It does this by automatically altering the pressure of the brake during an emergency stop.  Preventing the wheels from locking makes the driver maintain control of the steering, therefore stopping the vehicle in the shortest distance possible.

Components of an Anti-Lock Brake System

An anti-lock brake system is composed of an HCU, or hydraulic control unit, an anti-lock brake control module, and front and rear anti-brake sensors. The HCU contains solenoid valves that help spread pressure to each of the wheels of the vehicle. The anti-lock brake control module screens and supervises the electromechanical parts of the anti-lock brake system.

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Self-parking Technology

One of the important innovations the automobile industry has created is self-parking technology. Nowadays, a number of vehicles already implement this new automobile improvement.  This makes driving and maneuvering these vehicles more convenient and far more hassle-free.

Self-Parking Technology

 Self-parking technology is most commonly used in situations where parallel parking is needed. In parallel parking, cars are required to park in a manner which is parallel to curb. This allows the car to be in line with other parked cars.

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How An Automatic Transmission Works

Drivers who have driven different types of cars might notice that there are two different types of transmissions: the manual transmission and the automatic transmission. Older models of automobiles might have a manual transmission while the newer models normally have the automatic transmission. For a number of drivers, the latter is much more preferred because driving with it requires less effort.

The Difference between a Manual Transmission and an Automatic Transmission

For drivers, it would normally be easy to distinguish the type of transmission a vehicle he is driving has. A car that has automatic transmission does not have a clutch pedal. Also, a car that has automatic transmission does not have a gear shift. Once the transmission is put to DRIVE, all else will then be automatic. Another difference between these two transmissions is how they operate. A manual transmission works by locking and unlocking different gear sets in order to achieve different gear ratios. An automatic transmission achieves different gear ratios while making use of the same gear sets.

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The Difference between a Run Flat Tire and a Conventional Tire

Nowadays, a number of vehicles (especially the newer ones) use run flat tires instead of the conventional ones. For instance, the BMW645ci is one specific model that runs on RFT. When the time comes around that the tires need to be replaced, the question (for some drivers) might be, ‘is it okay to replace run flat tires with conventional tires?’

The Difference between RFTs and Conventional Tires

One very noticeable difference between vehicles running on RFTs versus vehicles running on conventional tires is the absence of a spare tire. A BMW for instance, does not have a spare tire because it has RFTs on it.  On the other hand, a vehicle that runs on conventional tires always has to have a spare tire with it. Run flat tires were created for the purpose of being driven on despite being un-inflated or during emergencies when there is no time for stopping and changing tires. When conventional tires are driven flat, these will quickly be worn down and shredded to pieces.

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Basic Function and Operation of Automotive Air-Conditioning Systems

An automotive air-conditioning system provides comfort and relaxation to both the driver and passenger. Road travel has become relatively more comfortable and less tiring because of a vehicle’s air-conditioning system.  This is especially true for long distance travel.

Improvements in the Automotive Air Conditioning System

Since it was first invented some time during the 1940s, the automotive air conditioning system has come a long way. The latest vehicle air conditioning systems today employ new technologies, such as the “computerized automatic temperature control system”. This kind of system allows the driver to set his preferred temperature and the system adjusts to it automatically.  Most automotive air conditioning systems nowadays are much more durable as compared to the earlier systems.

There is no doubt that today’s automotive air conditioning systems have also become more complex.  This makes these systems unable to be troubleshot by the normal “do-it-yourself” type of repair.  Therefore, a good understanding of the way the air conditioning system works is required.

Parts of an Automotive Air Conditioning System

There are three different types of automotive air conditioning systems.  However, regardless of the difference in type, these systems generally still function in the same way. Like all air conditioning systems, a vehicle’s air conditioning system is composed of several parts: a compressor, a condenser, an evaporator, an orifice tube, pressure-regulating devices, a thermal expansion valve, a receiver/drier, and an accumulator.

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