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

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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

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