Cadillac has been waiting a long time to introduce their CTS Coupe in the market. It was approximately two years back that the concept was first introduced and it was supposed to be launched this year itself. Yet, the launch got delayed because of the restructuring done by GM in the month of May earlier this year. In the coming month, the CTS Coupe will be revealed in the Los Angeles Auto Show, though officially it wasn’t scheduled for now.

The wheelbase of the new CTS Coupe is similar to that of the wheelbase of Cadillac’s sedan. The overall height and length of the Coupe is just around two inches less than its sedan models. It abandons the typically prevalent B-pillar styling of the coupes. The door handles of the coupe are also dissimilar to the door handles that were used in manufacturing the Chevrolet’s Corvette. GM is certainly marking distinct changes in its own productions. Read the rest of this entry »

The designing aspect of the Honda FCX Clarity will let you explore the human touch involved in it. Manufactured by Honda, the car shows the qualities of an electric car. Based on the year 2006 Honda FCX Concept, it is a hydrogen fuel cell automobile. The development phase of the Honda FCX Clarity shows the effort in maintaining a balance between advanced technology and an individual’s desire of a perfect and comfortable drive. The USP of the Honda FCX Clarity revolves around zero emissions and an amazing driving experience.

Once a dream, the Honda FCX Clarity is now seen heading down the road. The model is very well designed and appears aesthetic and appealing to the eyes. There is an under trunk storage area for storing valuable things safely. The refractive rear privacy glass is an added advantage for the driver as it allows a better view. The car also features 5 spoke aluminum alloy wheels. Parts like doors, trunk hood and fenders are made up of aluminum so as to make them lighter. The fact cannot be denied that the FCX Clarity is the perfect example of advancement with the help of these modern technologies. Read the rest of this entry »

The German manufacturers have been constantly in the news for their innovative technologies that they have been adding in the Mercedes Benz S-Class models since the beginning. At the Los Angeles Auto Show 2009, the tradition will continue to be seen. Last year in the month of December, a new technology called Splitview technology had been installed in the S-Class Benz models. This time it is the turn of the US market, where the sedan is about to be launched next month itself.

Mercedes Benz and Bosch had developed the Splitview technology mutually. The technology enables the dual usage of the center-mounted LCD screen that is installed in the S-Class. It lets both the driver and the front seat passenger to watch two different things of their choice at the same time. While the driver can access the navigation system to find the way, on the same screen the passenger can side-by-side watch a DVD too.

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The list of sports car increased with the release of the Nissan GT-R. Created by Nissan, the model falls among many other impressive sports cars. The successor of Nissan Skyline GT-R, Nissan GT-R is the latest creation of Nissan Motors. On 6th December 2007, this was released in Japan and almost after 6 months that was in July 2008, Nissan GT-R was seen hitting the roads of the United States. The rest of the world got to experience the joy of the Nissan GT-R after almost a year in March of 2009.

Nissan GT-R is all set to compete with the major players of its category. Nissan GT-R reflects a very stylish look. The designing part shows the importance given to both the functional and instrumental aspect. The simple and clear instruments are placed in such a way that they are easily accessible for the driver. There is a tachometer installed that displays the gearshift position. The best part of the Nissan GT-R is that it gives detailed information regarding the driving and manual behavior. Powered by a 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 engine, Nissan GT-R gives out 473 horsepower along with 434 ft-lb of torque. Read the rest of this entry »

Chevrolet has been thinking of launching the micro car, ‘Spark’ in the US market for sometime now. They have been deciding on this issue since a long time. Now, they have finally decided to launch the micro car in the US market most probably in the year 2011. The Spark model by Chevrolet will fulfill the role of the A-segment car by entering the US market. Till now, it had been holding its position in the B-segment only with its Chevrolet Aveo model in the United States. This will certainly raise the bar by one level.

It would be the first A-segment car launched by Chevrolet in the US. Chevy had been saying in the past that it had not introduced any such A-segment car earlier in the US, as the market was changing from time-to-time and this had diverted the interest of the Americans from this particular segment. So, any such move earlier would have proved futile. Just like Chevrolet, many other automakers had raised the same doubt for this particular question in the past. Read the rest of this entry »

Besides the S400 blue hybrid Benz, Mercedes is also releasing the much anticipated ML450 hybrid which is slated for sale in late 2009. It is a collaboration of five major companies, namely Mercedes-Benz, General Motors, Daimler, Chrysler and BMW. This is the latest expansion in the ML Sports Utility Line. The ML range now becomes the first vehicle in the world to offer gasoline, diesel and hybrid alternatives! This Benz is equipped with amazing eco-friendly features which include liquid coolants that ensure that the cells operate at full efficiency and that its pack remains healthy. No hassles about overheating of the car as whenever the electrical system is under stress, a “super chiller” is used to blast the pack with coolant. This means that even in scorching heat you can tow a trailer quite easily. Read the rest of this entry »

Before one purchases a hybrid car one needs to looks at the advantages as well as the disadvantages of the hybrids. After all, if hybrid cars were perfect then there wouldn’t be scope for other cars in the market. We all know that hybrid cars are environment friendly because they reduce the emissions of polluting substances like carbon monoxide.

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Besides the S400 blue hybrid Benz, Mercedes is also releasing the much anticipated ML450 hybrid which is slated for sale in late 2009. It is a collaboration of five major companies, namely Mercedes-Benz, General Motors, Daimler, Chrysler and BMW. This is the latest expansion in the ML Sports Utility Line. The ML range now becomes the first vehicle in the world to offer gasoline, diesel and hybrid alternatives! This Benz is equipped with amazing eco-friendly features which include liquid coolants that ensure that the cells operate at full efficiency and that its pack remains healthy. No hassles about overheating of the car as whenever the electrical system is under stress, a “super chiller” is used to blast the pack with coolant. This means that even in scorching heat you can tow a trailer quite easily.

There is also an advantage over its previous counterpart namely that it produces over 90% of the power generated by the V8 model but it consumes almost 50% less fuel than the ML 550 does. The estimate from EPA is 24 miles per gallon on the highway and 21 miles per gallon in the city. The Atkinson cycle is used to power the engine and it generates 275 horsepower by itself. Read the rest of this entry »

Owning a classic car is like a dream come true for most of us. But maintaining these antique cars is a difficult task. Antique cars when not in use start deteriorating easily. In such case, it is very important to take proper care so as to maintain its look, design and charm. Antique cars have always been the center of attention for the automobile sector. There are certain things to be kept in mind before you head down the road.

Fuel replacement is required for the cars that have not been used for many months or years. One should also check for leakages from the coolant system. The power-steering system, engine, transmission, rear axle as well as brake of the car should be checked time to time. Make sure that the battery is removed if you are not going to use the car for long. You need to keep the battery safely away from moisture. Later, clean and reinstall it for further use. A convenient way to start the classic car which has not been in use for 90 days or more is by removing the spark plugs and adding some lubricant oil into the cylinders in order to make the piston rings free. Read the rest of this entry »

While driving an automotive vehicle, one needs to know the full details of the various parts of their vehicle and how they can manage them in case the engine breaks down. In case, the car breaks down at a lonely place and there is no mechanic to help you out, you cannot seriously think of anything other than solving the problem on your own. That is why it is essential to learn about all the minute things of your vehicle.

The latest cars are so advanced that it is possible that even the mechanic would prove futile in repairing the engine. The electronic controls of the cars make it harder for people to understand the real cause behind the breakdown. The following are the 5 top indicators that will point out the fact that the engine is giving trouble to the car. Read the rest of this entry »