Percentage up again in 2008

81 percent of all newly registered cars in Germany with ESP®

Share in Europe also grows significantly

· Australia follows lead of U.S. and Europe, and mandates ESP®

· Italy with the strongest growth in 2008

· Many small cars still without anti-skid system

In 2008, the share of newly registered passenger cars in Germany equipped with the ESP® electronic stability program rose by two percentage points to 81 percent. Year on year, according to the data now available, the figures for Europe showed a five percentage-point rise to 55 percent. Legal regulations passed in the U.S. and Europe, and now also in Australia, mean that every new vehicle in these countries will be equipped with this active safety system by the end of 2014 at the latest. “ESP® can prevent up to 80 percent of all skidding accidents, and is therefore a considerable boost to safety,” says Dr. Werner Struth, president of the Bosch Chassis Systems Control division. “Moreover, nearly all future driver-assistance and safety systems will use ESP® sensor signals and the possibilities for intervention offered by the system. For example, if ESP® is already installed, an automatic emergency braking system can be added faster and more cost-effectively.” Bosch developed ESP®, and in 1995 was the first to manufacture it in series production.

In many European countries, the percentage of vehicles equipped with ESP® increased – in some cases significantly. In Italy, for example, the figure rose from 42 to 51 percent, and in the U.K. it went up from 48 to 56 percent. In France, by contrast, the share fell from 46 to 42 percent, largely due to the greater proportion of small cars among newly registered vehicles in the country. “Small cars remain our main concern,” Struth says, “yet ESP® is at least as important in these cars as it is in larger vehicles.” In the German small-car segment, the share rose by 6 percentage points to 44 percent. In Europe’s five largest markets, however, only roughly every fifth small or mini vehicle is equipped with ESP®.

ESP® now mandatory in the U.S., Europe, and Australia
The positive findings of many international studies examining the effectiveness of ESP® have already prompted several countries to introduce legal regulations. As early as 2007, the U.S. mandated its gradual introduction up to the model year 2012. The EU requires all new vehicle models from November 2011 to be fitted with the safety system, while all newly registered vehicles must have ESP® from November 2014. In June 2009, the Australian government decided that the electronic stability program is to be mandatory for new vehicle series from November 2011, and for all newly registered vehicles from November 2013. ESP® will therefore be universally mandatory in Australia one year before the EU.

Euro NCAP, the European New Car Assessment Program which uses simulated accident situations to test the safety of vehicles, has also included ESP® in its assessment procedure since February 2009. Its new guidelines stipulate that, as of 2010, its maximum five-star safety rating can only be given to vehicle models that feature ESP® as standard equipment.

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology, some 280,000 associates generated sales of 45.1 billion euros in fiscal 2008. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 300 subsidiaries and regional companies in over 60 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. Each year, Bosch spends more than 3.5 billion euros, or eight percent of its sales revenue, for research and development, and applies for over 3,000 patents worldwide. With all its products and services, Bosch enhances the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial.

Additional information can be accessed at www.bosch.com.

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With 386 kW/525 hp and AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission: The E 63 AMG – the new generation of dynamic sports saloons with day-to-day suitability

AMG, the high-performance brand within Mercedes-Benz Cars, is presenting the new E 63 AMG. This dynamic sports saloon with day-to-day suitability is the top-of-the-line E-Class model, offering an impressive combination of outstanding performance, exhilarating driving dynamics and a technology transfer from the SL 63 AMG high-performance Roadster.

The new E 63 AMG distinguishes itself from the regular E-Class models with the powerful AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine, the completely newly developed AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with electronically controlled damping and a new front axle, and with its autonomous exterior and interior design. Newly developed ceramic composite brakes are also available as an option for the top-of-the-line E-Class model . Mercedes-AMG has achieved a reduction in fuel consumption of almost twelve percent for the new E 63 AMG, thanks to the concerted use of fuel-efficiency measures. With its unique combination of pioneering driver assistance systems, the E 63 AMG further consolidates the brand’s leading position in the field of automotive safety.

The AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine in the new E 63 AMG develops an output of 386 kW/525 hp and a torque of 630 newton metres, matching the outstanding figures for the SL 63 AMG. The high-performance Roadster has also donated its AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission to the new model. This transmission dispenses with a conventional torque converter and uses a compact, wet start-up clutch. In conjunction with the four individual drive modes, the double-declutching and Race Start functions, the resulting direct connection to the powertrain allows an extremely emotional and highly dynamic driving experience.

The drive unit is unique in this segment, and ensures decidedly sporty performance figures: the E 63 AMG accelerates from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds, with a top speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited). The high-revving, naturally aspirated engine with a displacement of 6208 cc impresses with its agile responsiveness, muscular power delivery and great flexibility. The newly composed AMG V8 sound is a thrilling accompaniment for mile after mile, while the smooth-running engine guarantees typical Mercedes long-distance comfort. A newly designed water cooling system ensures maximum endurance even under the enormous dynamic stresses of the racetrack.

Fuel consumption cut by almost twelve percent

Despite 8 kW/11 hp of additional output versus the preceding model, the fuel consumption of the new E 63 AMG has been significantly reduced: at 12.6 litres of super-premium grade petrol per 100 kilometres (NEDC combined consumption), the fuel consumption of the E 63 AMG is almost twelve percent lower than before, and leads the field among sports saloons developing more than 377 kW/500 hp. This progress has been made possible by a package of efficiency-enhancing measures. These include on-demand delivery of fuel and alternator management with recuperation of braking energy on the overrun, both of which are standard in the new E 63 AMG. In-engine friction is also reduced by the AMG-exclusive twin-wire arc spray coating process used on the cylinder walls.

The AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission also makes a decisive contribution to fuel economy: a wet start-up clutch running in an oil bath replaces the previous torque converter. This unit responds extremely rapidly, dynamically and without the losses typical of a torque converter transmission thanks to its low rotational inertia. The transmission is equipped with four drive modes: “C” (Controlled Efficiency), “S” (Sport), “S+” (Sport plus) and “M” (Manual), which can be selected using a rotary electronic switch in the AMG DRIVE UNIT. Partial suppression of individual cylinders by interrupting ignition and injection briefly during gearshifts under full load leads to considerably faster shift times. In M mode the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission allows gearshifts to be performed in 100 milliseconds.

In the even more fuel-efficient drive mode Controlled Efficiency, the transmission shifts the gears decidedly smoothly, and the transmission control unit is programmed to perform early upshifts to keep engine speeds as low as possible. At the same time the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission meets the most demanding requirements where driving dynamics are concerned: fast, spontaneous multiple downshifts ensure first-class agility in conjunction with the automatic double-declutching and Race Start functions: this enables the E 63 AMG driver to call on the maximum acceleration potential automatically.

Electronically controlled damping system and a new front axle

Sporty or more comfort-oriented? The driver of the new Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG is not obliged to accept any compromises in this respect. The AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension copes equally well with the agile manoeuvres of the racetrack and more comfortable, sedate driving. High performance and typical Mercedes long-distance comfort go together as an extraordinary synthesis in the E 63 AMG.

This is made possible by the likes of the newly developed AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension. While new steel spring struts are used on the front axle, the rear suspension features AMG-specific air springs. The advantage of this solution, which is exclusive to AMG, is that the front steel spring struts ensure more sensitive responses while the rear air struts with their automatic level control system keep the vehicle at a constant height irrespective of the load.

A new, electronically controlled damping system automatically varies the damping characteristics according to the driving situation, reducing the roll angle of the body. The result is instant adjustment to provide the best possible ride comfort together with the greatest possible agility. In addition the driver is able to choose between the three suspension modes of Comfort, Sport and Sport plus at the touch of a button. The E 63 AMG is also equipped with a newly developed, dedicated front axle with a 56-millimetre wider track, a tubular stabiliser, new control arms, new wheel bearings, new elastokinematics and new hub carriers for more negative camber – thereby providing more grip when taking bends at speed. The AMG-specific kinematics also ensure significantly more precision. This is a highly sophisticated axle design whose principle has already proved its worth in the C 63 AMG. The rear axle likewise has more negative camber, optimised elastokinematics and a new subframe mounting for greater stability at the physical limits.

Newly developed power steering and individual 3-stage ESP®

For more direct responsiveness, the speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion steering is also a new development. The steering ratio of 14 : 1 is 22 percent more direct than in the standard production models, while a more rigid steering column plus the reconfigured characteristic mapping of the speed-sensitive servo assistance ensure better steering precision and improved road contact.

The 3-stage ESP® familiar from the SL 63 AMG and C 63 AMG enables individual settings to be selected – with clear benefits in terms of driving pleasure combined with the same, high level of handling safety. The ESP® button in the AMG DRIVE UNIT allows the driver to choose between “ESP ON”, “ESP SPORT” and “ESP OFF” – with the currently active mode shown in the central display of the AMG instrument cluster. Perfect deceleration even when driving extremely briskly is ensured by the AMG high-performance braking system with 360-millimetre, internally ventilated and perforated brake discs all-round. Particularly resistant, motorsports-tested composite technology is used at the front axle. The newly developed, optional ceramic composite brakes with larger brake discs guarantee even better brake performance and lower unsprung masses. The ceramic brake discs will perform reliably at even higher operating temperatures thanks to their greater hardness, all combined with an impressive weight reduction of around 40 percent. Outstanding grip is ensured by the 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels with a width of nine and 9.5 inches and mixed tyre sizes of 255/40 R 18 at the front and 285/35 R 18 at the rear.

Decidedly dynamic interior and exterior

The decidedly dynamic design of the E 63 AMGis fully in keeping with the uncompromisingly sporty technology. The front aspect is characterised by

17-millimetre wider wings bearing “6.3 AMG” lettering, the new AMGfront apron with large intake air apertures and the AMG-specific daytime driving lights in LED technology. In conjunction with the optional Intelligent Light System, the E 63 AMG is equipped with tinted main headlamps. The striking visual presence is further enhanced by the AMG side sill panels and AMG rear apron with a black insert. As a hallmark of the brand, the AMG sports exhaust system has two newly designed, chrome-plated twin tailpipes.

The newly designed interior of the E 63 AMG is an exciting blend of high-grade materials and functional sportiness. Exclusive features include the dedicated, electrically adjustable AMG sports seats with improved lateral support and the AMG sports steering wheel in a four-spoke design with AMG shift paddles. The AMG DRIVE UNIT provides adjustments for the MCT sports transmission, the ESP functions, the suspension set-up and the AMG drive modes. The AMG E-SELECT selector lever in the centre console is a completely new feature for the DRIVE UNIT. The driver can shift directly between R, N and D simply by nudging the lever, all thanks to drive-by-wire; P can only be selected by pressing a button. Standard equipment also includes high-grade leather upholstery in three different colours, the AMG instrument cluster with an AMG main menu, door entry sills with AMG lettering and a sports pedal cluster – both in brushed stainless steel.

Even more individuality with tailor-made AMG extras

Customers requiring even more sporty individuality are catered for by the AMG Performance Studio: the E 63 AMG can, for instance, be dynamically enhanced even further ex factory, with the Performance package. This includes the following:

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Lightweight, forged 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels with size 255/35 R 19 tyres at the front and 285/30 R 19 at the rear
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AMG RIDE CONTROL Performance suspension with a stiffer set-up
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AMG rear axle locking differential with 40 percent locking action
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AMG spoiler lip on the boot lid
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AMG Performance steering wheel in a three-spoke design
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Roller blind for rear window
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The AMG Exclusive package provides a luxurious touch in the interior. It includes:
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Nappa leather appointments for the seats, top section of the dashboard, the beltlines, the door armrests as well as the centre console and door centre panels
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Roof liner as well as A, B and C-pillars and sun visors in Alcantara®
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AMG floor mats

Optional extras from the AMG Performance Studio are also individually available ex factory:

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Lightweight, forged 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels with size 255/35 R 19 tyres at the front and 285/30 R 19 at the rear
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AMG rear axle locking differential with 40 percent locking action
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Brake callipers, painted red (scheduled to be available from 4th quarter of 2009)
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AMG Exterior Carbon package
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AMG Performance steering wheel in a three-spoke design with Alcantara® inserts in the grip areas
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AMG carbon trim elements
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Illuminated AMG door entry sills
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AMG Driver’s Package (includes restriction of top speed to 300 km/h, attendance at driver training at the AMGDrivingAcademy, AMG spoiler lip and roller blind for rear window)
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AMG floor mats

Active and passive safety at a new level
The flagship AMG model in the E-Class traditionally meets the very highest expectations with respect to active and passive safety. Naturally this also applies to the new E 63 AMG: standard features include the new drowsiness detection system ATTENTION ASSIST, the unique anticipatory occupant protection system PRE-SAFE®, BAS PLUS, seven airbags and crash-responsive NECK-PRO head restraints. On request the safety features can be brought to a level unprecedented in this vehicle class with the Lane Keeping Assist and Blind Spot Assist systems, the PRE-SAFE® Brake with an automatic emergency braking function, Adaptive Highbeam Assist, Night View Assist and Speed Limit Assist.
The market launch of the new E 63 AMG will commence in August 2009.

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Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG

Importing used cars from other countries is a passion for some people. Car lovers around the planet prefer to buy cars manufactured in Japan and USA. When it comes to performance and reliability, people prefer the Japan cars. The Japanese automotive gurus like Toyota, Nissan and Honda have gathered International attention due to their reliability and great performance. People prefer the American ones as the automotive giants like General Motors, Chrysler and Ford have been around us with great popularity for quite a long time. However, when it comes to making a choice of importing used cars, the Japanese used cars are the better options. Here is a comparison of importing used Japan cars and importing the ones from the States.

The sparingly used Japanese cars

The Japanese car owners are known to maintain their cars in good condition. Unlike the car owners in other parts of the world who use their cars often, the Japanese car owners will sparingly use their cars. The Japanese car owners will use other means of transport like scooters and motorcycles even if they own a car. On the other hand the cars in USA will be extensively used. Hence the condition of the used Japan cars will be far better than the American ones.

The Price Factor

Used Japan cars are popular around the planet for cheap pricing. You will be able to buy a used Japan car for half the price you spend for buying them from other countries. Apart from the cheap pricing, the used Japan cars will be bundled with lots of accessories. Hence by buying a used Japan car you will be able to get very costly car accessories for free. Moreover, you won’t have to spend a single penny on maintenance as the used Japan cars will be well maintained by the previous owner. The Japanese road law has strict policies in ensuring the condition of the car. Hence if you import used Japan cars directly from you don’t have to worry about maintenance for quite a long time.

The Tax Factor

When it comes to importing used cars from other countries, people will be overwhelmed with the import taxes that they have to pay. However, importing a used car directly from Japan doesn’t need any import tax to be paid. The true fact is that you can buy a used Japan car at the same price you pay as import tax for importing cars from other countries. The procedures and the paper works involved in importing cars from Japan are very simple when compared to the other options. The clearance procedures for the used Japan cars are very liberal and hence you can import cars directly from Japan, hassle-free.

All the above mentioned factors make importing used Japan cars more profitable and convenient that importing used cars from other countries.

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Buying used Japan cars is beneficial in many ways. With the cheap pricing and lots of bundled accessories you can make great savings by buying used Japan cars. That is why the Author of the article writes articles explaining the benefits of buying used Japan cars. When it comes to buying used Japan cars, she recommends Woodstock-cartrading.

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Used Japan Cars Vs Used Cars from Other Countries

If you’re thinking about trading in your car for a new automobile, there are lots of things to think about that we can sometimes forget to take into account one basic choice. Do you plan on gasoline or diesel? If you think a diesel truck is like an old smoky truck you laughed at years ago, then you still haven’t recognized that modern diesel vehicles are almost indistinguishable from their gas driven brethren. The diesel gas mileage you get is virtually always improved, you don’t see smoke any more, and better engine designs give you more engine power and a smoother ride.

The diesel engine has been given an extreme rethink, and, with proper checks and servicing each year, will provide years of fault-free functionality, while also giving more miles for your dollar.  It’s interesting to note that European countries are mostly more fuel wise than the USA. Most European cars are diesel driven, not gas driven. In fuel mileage comparisons, diesel almost always beats gas.

Diesel engines have not been as popular in the US because the majority of EU-make cars would not pass US emissions requirements.  Of course, by not taking to diesel engines like our European cousins, we are shedding fuel savings we could have enjoyed with diesel. And that’s at a time when we’re hurting from fuel shortages. Perhaps it is time for a rethink.

Advances in alternative fuels led to the creation of bio diesel fuel, which effectively fixes many of our environmental and fuel supply difficulties. Instead of using crude oil to produce this fuel, the process makes use of organic material, such as sugar cane, sugar beet and corn, to create the bio fuel.

Diesel bio fuel is made by breaking down the above vegetable food crops into short chain methyl or ethyl alcohol, then mixing the liquid with traditional diesel fuel in varying blends or grades. You can even use this alcohol fuel on its own without dramatic changes to your vehicle’s motor. Buses and trucks have been successfully running on bio diesel fuel for years with no reported problems.

Diesel engines return 40% more miles per gallon than gas-powered. And though diesel may cost more at the petrol station, those diesel gallons drive you considerably further. So diesel engines can really save you dollars in the long run.

While gasoline-powered cars can rarely manage 40 mpg or more, some diesel cars, such as the diminutive Smart ForFour, manage nearly 70 mpg. The ForFour has a turbocharged 3-cylinder engine and has passed the stringent US smoke emissions laws. It is being marketed in the United States by Daimler Chrysler.

But believe it or not, the ForFour is not the all-time-champion for diesel fuel efficiency. The European-made Lupo – manufactured up until 2005 – could wring out a mind-boggling 78 miles per gallon.

The results are in, and diesel gas mileage gives more mpg than gasoline mileage. That’s definite.

For further information on diesel gas mileage take a look at http://www.i-save-u-gas.com/diesel-gas-mileage-a-better-choice/ right now.

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Diesel Gas Mileage Compared to Gasoline Miles Per Gallon – Which is the Winner?

When it comes to buying a car, you cannot simply think of the price of the car. When you get a car, you are entering into a long relationship with that vehicle. That means that you are going to have to pay for it for years to come. You want to get a car that is cheap to maintain so you do not end up spending more than you bargained for in the long run.

Recently, Edmunds released a study where they compared different vehicles. They looked at the warranty that comes with the vehicle and then factored in other things, such as the probability of something happening to the car. They were able to do that by looking at the reliability of the vehicle. They then compiled a list of the cheapest cards to maintain.

The Toyota Camry Solara is one of the best cars to own in regards to maintenance costs. Edmunds rated it as top in its class of mid coupe vehicles. It is expected that someone will only pay $701 over five years in repair costs. This vehicle is not expected to have any major problems with it, which means you can buy it with confidence.

The Hyundai XG350 also did well in the Edmunds report. At a mere $632 for five years of repair costs, this car is a good buy for people. It is very affordable, and Hyundai’s are quickly on the rise. Hyundai is quickly emerging as a quality manufacturer.

If you are in the market for an SUV, you can get the Kia Sorento. With repair costs at $632 for five years, this vehicle will hardly break your bank account. Also, like Hyundai, Kia is a very affordable brand that is quickly becoming more respected. With the price and reliability of the vehicle, it is easy to see why it is now considered a great deal.

If you need something more family friendly, you could get a Saturn L300. This is a mid priced wagon with estimated repair costs of $702 for five years. That is a great price, and you will be able to fit your entire family into the vehicle.

While these statistics are very impressive, they only tell half of the story. These statistics are better analyzed when compared to the highest repair costs. Repair costs for several vehicles are anticipated at over $2000 for a five year period. That is a huge difference. If you got one of those vehicles, you could end up in debt just because of the high repair costs. You do not want that with a vehicle.

Be mindful of the costs of your repairs so you are able to get a vehicle that works for you. You want a vehicle that is affordable through the duration of ownership. If you get a great deal on a car when you purchase it, but then you end up spending thousands on repairs, you will end up losing out. You want a car that is not going to continue to cost you after the purchase.

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Dan Legal is an automotive enthusiast who enjoys writing and reporting on the various topics surrounding the automotive industry.

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Cheapest Cars to Maintain

Even though the price of a gallon of gas has gone down incredibly quick to under $2 over the past couple of months, you can never be too sure about when it is going to rise back up over $3 again. So, here we will provide you road warriors with some gas saving tips. Hopefully these tips will help you save gas and keep the amount of times you fill your tank up over the span of a month to a minimum depending on how much you drive each day to and from work or school.

Tip number one is to not pull out from a complete stop like a jack rabbit. Don’t peel out when driving. It may seem like the cool thing to do and everyone around you will be impressed but the more often you floor it from a complete stop, the higher the amount of gas will burn off, emptying your tank faster. Try to avoid this at all costs.

Tip number two is to keep a safe following distance for two reasons. One of those two reasons was just mentioned, safety. The other reason to keep a safe following distance is to avoid constantly slamming on your breaks or breaking in general. If you stay far enough behind the vehicle in front of you, if they begin to break, you can ease your foot off the gas without having to break and expend all of the energy needed to break. This will keep gas in your tank longer as well as money in your pocket longer.

Tip number three is to maintain a consistent speed within the speed limit. Don’t drive 80 MPH in a 55 MPH zone. First off it’s illegal and second off you will just wind up having to slam on your breaks anyway when you approach the congested areas of the highway. Also, experts recommend that you shouldn’t go more than five miles an hour over the speed limit because it burns up more energy than needed.

Tip number four is to not drive with the windows open and the air conditioning on at the same time. This also burns up a ton of energy because the air conditioning needs to work harder to cool off the car since you have the windows open at the same time. Avoid it. It may feel good to have the windows open and the air on but it won’t feel good in your wallet.

Tip number five involves using your gas pedal more often than your break. This goes along with tip number two. If you ease your foot off the gas in a congested area and let the car glide or roll, you will save gas. If you can do this and not constantly use the break and the energy that the break expends then you will keep your gas usage down as well.

Hopefully those five driving tips will help to save you gas the next time you hit the road. Once you get into the habit of doing them regularly it will become quite easy to continue to employ them every time you drive. [http://www.nationaltransportllc.com/car-shipping-in-memphis-tennessee.php]Car Shipping Memphis [http://www.nationaltransportllc.com/car-shipping-in-memphis-tennessee.php]Tennessee Car Shipping

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Saving Gas

How often should you change your oil?  If you’re like most of us, its been DRILLED into our heads that you SHOULD change your oil EVERY 3,000 miles.  That and if you’ve ever been to a quick oil change shop, they put a little sticker in your windshield telling you at what mileage to come BACK in to have your oil changed and guess what? its EVERY 3,000 miles.

Now if I was selling oil, I’d want you to come in EVERY 3,000 miles REGARDLESS of what the Auto Manufacturers say, because I only make money when you come in, the more often, the better (for me, not necessarily you).

Today’s engines are made better, with more precision, and with the additives that have been incorporated into the motor oils, last a lot longer.   Check your Owner’s Manual, you will probably find that THEIR recommendation is every 7,500 miles which is 2 1/2 times longer than the oil change shops tell you.  They’ve done this due to testing the oil at different intervals to see if its broken down enough to warrant an oil change.

600 million gallons of motor oil is disposed of every year here in the U.S., to put that into perspective, that’s just a little over 4 Oil Tankers like the Exxon Valdez we either pour down the sewers, land fills, or recycle.  Of the 600 million gallons, ONLY 50 million are reported as having been re-processed, so the vast majority is polluting the Earth.

I’m personally a BIG fan of synthetic motor oils, mostly for a couple of reasons.  1) I can go 25,000 miles between oil changes and 2) I get better peace of mind knowing that I have BETTER protection for my engine.

But I found out recently that ALL “Synthetics” are not made synthetically as in “chemically created”.  Motor oils come in 5 groups, petroleums are in groups 1 through 3 and true totally synthetics are groups 4 and 5.  However, after a court battle, Group 3 of the Petroleum based oils has been reclassified as a “synthetic” even though it contains NO chemically created synthetic molecules.  And the “blended” synthetics are a combination of Group2 and Group 3.

Independent tests have shown Amsoil to be by far the best motor oil you can get, and it is a full Group 4 Synthetic.

So take the time to see when your Owner’s Manual says to change the oil, and take a serious look at true Synthetics, they are far more cost effective, perform far better, and protect your engine extending the life of your engine significantly.

And if you really want to get out of the “change your oil” rut, look into a bypass filtration system.  When used with Group 4 or Group 5 class full synthetics, gives your engine BETTER protection with LESS impurities for A LOT longer.  Imagine having better protection for 60,000 + miles and some have given testimonials that they are approaching 200,000 miles without changing their oil.

These bypass filtration systems have a finer filter (3 microns) for the high flow and scrub out impurities in the scrub filter down to less than 1 micron.  Synthetic oils DON’T breakdown and thus creating their own sludge like petroleum based oils do, so having a filtration system that ensures impurities are removed is almost a perfect scenario.

Either way, using synthetics and/or installing a bypass filtration system will reduce the oil that is being changed and dumped or recycled.

Nicholas St Jon – as an associate of Johnathan Goodwin and Uli Kruger, I’ve become well versed in engine efficiencies. Combined with my experience on the Space Shuttle program and work at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, figuring out how to make things work better has become a way of life.
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Change Your Oil – Later, Much Later

If you are a driver, traffic accidents come with the territory. Though there are many steps you can take to be as careful as possible and avoid them, road accidents are still a part of life for all drivers, and there is no guarantee that you will never have one. After all, you can be the worlds best, most cautious driver, but there are other people on the road with you that may not be as trustworthy. On top of that, the condition of the road itself might be an issue.

Of course, no one likes to think about it, and we all hope it never happens to us, but at some point in your life, you might find yourself in a car accident. It is important to be aware of what factors go into determining liability, particularly if you are injured during the accident. Personal injury sustained by you or anyone in your vehicle is unfortunate, but if you are not at fault, then you may be entitled to compensation. Knowing who or what was at fault will be necessary when you file accident claim to get that compensation.

Determining who is at fault is usually straight-forward if another vehicle is involved for instance, if you are hit from behind by another car, the other driver is generally found to be liable by default. Even if you are rear ended because you braked suddenly or stopped unexpectedly, the other driver is required to have been a safe distance behind you, and should theoretically have had enough time to see your sudden braking and adjust his speed accordingly. This is just a general rule, though, and in some cases, it may not hold up, but such disputes will require legal counsel.

There are other times that the condition of the road itself causes you to have an accident. Excess gravel, pot holes, ice, mud and more can make driving conditions hazardous. If there is not adequate signage to warn you of these problems, and you are injured, then that is information for your road traffic accident claim, as well. Individuals or companies that werent anywhere near you at the time of your injury could be found at fault if, for instance, a company did not resurface the road properly after repairing a pothole, or oil was spilled onto the road and not cleaned properly.

We all hope to never experience a road accident, but you must take heed and be aware of the basics regarding liability, particularly should you or someone in your vehicle be injured in an accident. Personal injury accident claims can help you get compensation and recover some of your losses in such an event.

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Road Traffic Accidents in the UK

One of the best places to buy a used car is during the police car auctions. Police car auctions are done throughout the United States. Police departments in big cities seize many vehicles, and therefore police car auctions are done on a regular basis to avoid huge pile ups. In smaller cities the auctions are not done regularly due to smaller numbers of seized vehicles.

Before these police car auctions take place they are normally published online with a site that collaborates with the police department of that particular locality or advertised in the local newspapers. This is done to notify the public about the venue, the date, and the time when the auction will take place alongside the make of the cars that will be auctioned. There is also provision that allows the interested people to inspect the cars on a predetermined date which should be before the real auctioning date, so that they can make a well informed decision on how much to spend and what car to buy. All police car auctions sell cars without guarantee or warranty, therefore sold “As-Is”.

The original financing company usually has claim on the car even though it’s been seized by the police department, therefore its wise to make arrangements with the finance company to finalize whatever needs to be done or cleared well in advance before you go to the auction.

It’s a good idea to look around and establish the market value of the type of car you intend to bid for. This helps you to not end up paying a fortune for a car that is far much cheaper in other places. You might bring your mechanic along to help you inspect the car you intend to buy, and also assess its value as it is at the auction.

All auctioneers don’t usually accept checks; therefore you have to organize enough money well in advance before the day. Do some good research on the type of car you intend to buy. Get to know all the specifications as they usually end up determining how much you have to pay for the car. Don’t rely on the auctioneers promise about the car while buying it; rely on your own judgment because once you leave the auction site the seller is no longer responsible or does not guarantee what happens to the car you have bought.

Hasty decisions should be avoided as they could make you buy a car at a higher price than what you could have spent on a new car. Therefore before you make your final decision at the auction, think, analyze and take your time before you commit yourself. Following the discussed tips can make you get a good deal in police car auctions.

The police car auctions are becoming quite popular across the U.S. as most people get very good value for their money, and there are those who also get very good cars at these auctions and then sell the same car at a profit.

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Police Car Auctions – Good Place for Great Deals

You are probably familiar with the ideas behind fuel catalysts. For years, devoted fans of these mysterious compounds have been adding them to their gas tanks and swearing that the improved mileage was truly a miracle. Unfortunately, much of the fanfare about fuel additives was driven by affiliates’ desires to make sales. As a result, until recently the market for fuel additives has been very limited. However, due to an influx of serious scientists doing market-driven research, a new product has emerged on the scene. This product is called a fuel catalyst instead of just an additive, and you can easily get the best MPG out of your vehicle with a fuel catalyst.

Fuel catalysts operate differently from additives. Their components actually interact with compounds in the fuel to not only increase gasoline efficiency, but actually to improve your engine performance. In fact, many people find that using these catalysts not only does not harm their engine – as many of the old additives could do – but actually seriously increases its abilities both on the road and in terms of endurance. While you should not forgo preventative maintenance on your car, many vehicle owners find that their maintenance costs are much less once they start using an effective fuel catalyst.

When you add a fuel catalyst to your gas tank, you are actually impacting your entire vehicle. It is this comprehensive aspect of the compound that will enable you to get the best MPG out of your vehicle with a fuel catalyst. The catalyst interacts with regular gasoline and diesel fuel to make each gallon worth up to 35% more miles. A catalyst is something that starts a chemical reaction. In this case, the catalyst starts a more efficient fuel burning process. However, since it does not actually cause the fuel to burn differently, just better, more thoroughly and in a cleaner fashion, it will have absolutely no discernible impact on your engine. As a result, and warranties or guarantees that you have purchased for your vehicle will not be endangered or voided by using a fuel catalyst. Even better, this increased efficiency will have major positive ramifications for your vehicle, as the amount of “gunk” in your engine will dramatically decrease with the use of this type of additive.

In the end, the best way to determine how much your vehicle – and your wallet – will profit from using a fuel catalyst is to simply try it out. Make sure that you do your research before investing. Find a catalyst that has been getting results for quite some time and has a verifiable history of success and customer satisfaction for producing the best MPG possible for your vehicle. Then, start enjoying all that time you now have in between fill-ups!

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