Archive for the 'Automotive' Category

Make a DIY Hydrogen Generator For Your Cars and Get More MPG

Hydrogen power has had a lot of attention recently and you may be surprised to learn that a lot of people are turning to this new technology to make huge savings on their driving costs. With one of the largest costs of motoring being the cost of gasoline many people who are looking for ways to get more MPG for their vehicles have realised that it is very easy to make a DIY hydrogen generator for their cars and improve their fuel economy by up to ... Read More


Tips to Save on Gas Bill Payments

If you have are someone who uses a car, you must have realized that the rising fuel prices are affecting your pocket. You have, then, obviously wondered about whether there is any way to save gas bill. Since the days of cheap fuel are gone for good, you have to find out new ways to save your gas bill. One of the best ways to save fuel is to drive carefully. Although most individuals do not follow this, it is a very important part of fuel conserva... Read More


Tire Pressure and Fuel Economy

With the rising gas prices and the anxiety about rapidly diminishing fuel reserves, it is a good idea to go ahead and do something about your car. The best thing to do is to get hold of some mileage saving means which will enable you to save some money. Saving gas has become a great challenge nowadays and you have to work out a way to ensure that you do your bit by using an environment friendly way to run your car. One of the easiest ways to save... Read More


Frequently Asked Questions About Driving a Minibus

Minibuses are large, passenger carrying vehicles. Because of this extra responsibility the driving regulations regarding licensing, servicing and minibus insurance are a lot stricter than a normal car. This article is a guide to the frequently asked questions about driving a minibus. What is a minibus? The classification for a minibus is a vehicle that has between 9 to 16 passenger seats. With more than16 passenger seats the vehicle is classed as... Read More


More Lorry Driver Urban Legends

I’ve written about lorry driver urban legends before, but they just keep cropping up all over the internet. I’m not sure quite why lorry drivers and their vehicles often seem to be at the centre of these kinds of stories – my theory is that it’s the lorry drivers themselves who spread them while running haulage jobs and return loads all over the world! Perhaps it is just that many urban legends take place on the road, and ... Read More


Want the Best Ride? Drive a Honda

Few weeks back I had a very fantastic experience with Honda, I hope it will be in USA with in next year. I am not sure which vehicle will successful in USA but those which are highly recommended are: - Acura RDX - Acura TSX Honda started with diesel in Europe in 2004, it was called Accord but it was sold as TSX in European countries. My favorite car of choice is the European Civic five-door. Some features of this car are: - On wheels, it looks li... Read More


Top 5 Classic James Bond Cars

The latest Bond car for the film “Quantum of Solace” is the Aston Martin DBS. Low-profile 20inch car tyres, smooth lines and curves, flared wheel arches and an overstated front grill; it is the epitomy of British cool with which to save the world. The Aston Martin’s 6.0-litre V12 engine has a distinctive throaty roar that is capable of 0-62mph in 4.3 seconds and has a top speed of 191mph. This has to rate as one of Bond’s ... Read More


Commercial Utility Cargo Vehicle

The commercial utility cargo vehicle was a response by the United States military to the Humvee and the Gama Goats as a more cost effective vehicle available to transport goods, equipment and troops. There are five vehicle configurations for each vehicle that include cargo, utility, shelter carrier, ambulance and chassis. The Chrysler Corporation’s Dodge Division manufactured the vehicles in the late 1970s and early 1980s and then General M... Read More


Winter Storage of Your Classic Auto - Getting Ready to Store Your Car

It’s a shame that not everyone can live in California. In California the weather stays pretty good all year round. Not so in the northern climes where winter chills hit, snow banks build and you are unlikely to drive your prized classic vehicle. It’s amazing the difference in appearance and longevity of standard utility cars that are not driven in the winter – and put up on blocks so to say. What are the correct and best method... Read More


Towing Accessories: Getting Down and Dirty With the Hitches

Equipping your hitches Towing in general is one of the most important functions of an equipped vehicle. Though many vehicles (small cars, SUVs and other similar vehicles) may be outfitted manually to be able to tow other vehicles during accidents or other dire situations, it is the mighty trucks and 4 x 4s that really get the job done. Simply put, the activity should not be limited to simply hitching and pulling a dead vehicle. Modern developmen... Read More