2012年7月31日星期二

The evolution history of Toyota mark

 Toyota has been in Asia, plays the role of the largest Autocom   manufacturers, and for the first time in 2008 to surpass GM to become the world's first automobile manufacturer and its brand visibility and appeal of the world-renowned self-evident. But you probably do not understand the high rate of appearance of Toyota "three-ring around the style" logo What is the meaning of today's Toyota in the past used the logo, this article for you about the Toyota subject of evolutionary history .Toyota logo shape: the logo to follow Toyota loom by talking about the Toyota brand would have to mention the long history of its founder, Kiichiro Toyoda (Kiichiro Toyoda), the Toyota family inventive. As early as September 1933, single-handedly founded by his father, Sakichi Toyoda, Toyota Automatic Loom "will set up the automotive sector, then in 1935 by Kiichiro Toyoda in charge of the automotive sector has been off the production line the first one AA level "car.
 
Toyota logo: the early 1980s, in 1937 -20 to 1937, Toyota officially independent, the establishment of Toyota Motor Corporation, today's Asia-wide annual production of the largest automobile manufacturing company was born. The establishment of any one company or organization will have their own LOGO, Toyota is no exception, the company has just set up the national collection of logo design will be oriented to provide rich rewards, and as a finalist and was elected works, the message has been issued will be in Japan environment caused a sensation, just one month time, Toyota received Contributors of more than 27,000 copies, the author of these works, including school students, professional designers, retired workers and even children.Eventually stand out in many works has been selected by Toyota The overall design of the circular, the internal write Japanese "Toyota" deformation "of LOGO, Toyota have good design appreciation of this identity that highlight its shape "feeling of speed", which is also Toyota collecting the logo was originally designed. In this way, Toyota will not only use it in the car body, also made into a badge issued to each employee in the company, a strong culture of Toyota is also from this point onwards slowly take root.
 
First car hung up the subject of this Toyota AB car, produced in 1936, the front is still Toyota woven by LOGO, the four wheels for the first time Toyota circular LOGO, abnormal eye-catching . It is worth mentioning is that Toyota was founded in 1937 coincides with the Marco Polo Bridge Incident, Toyota Motor Manufacturing company has just set up will be forced into the war, built for the Japanese army armored jeeps, trucks and other military transport. Although it makes people emotionally hard to accept, but it is undeniable that the Toyota Motor Corporation does in order to establish a leading position in the Japanese automotive industry, and the help of the Government of Japan has accumulated a large number of the original wealth.However, with the premise of Japan's defeat, the army, and finances are subject to international sanctions, Toyota once fell into a financial crisis, during which the company founder Kiichiro Toyoda resigned as Chairman. Toyota, however, did not decline in 1950 through the establishment of Toyota Motor Sales Co., Ltd. "to get emergency financing banks and the consortium work together under the" Sales Company "and" manufacturing company ", Toyota will be the first car stickers the forty years.Toyota's second logo: the early 1980s to 1989 Toyota's second generation of the origin of the logo is still its founding Toyoda family has a close relationship. Is defined as "car brand for decades, the Toyota family would like to own family address and business name to distinguish in the 1980s. Based on this, Toyota LOGO made a huge innovation. Toyota's new logo uses a very simple word "TOYOTA", regular red text on behalf of Toyota not only be able to design suitable for middle-aged "mature models", but also to fashion models for young people, avant-garde models aspects of development. "TOYOTA" the origin of the eight paintings completed, eight in Japan is seen as able to bring luck and wealth figures because it is in Japanese.In 1982, Maung is King for a long time "sales" and "manufacturing" company re finally come together again merged into the "Toyota Motor Corporation, Toyota this change the subject of a specific date difficult to trace, but the two After the merger, the identity of the produced models can guess about. In addition, there is a birth of this logo was born of objective factors is worth mentioning that the "oil crisis broke out in Europe and the United States
Ds 708 , 1973-1979. As the U.S. auto brands continue to put pressure on the U.S. government, the U.S. government intends to limit the sale of vehicles of Toyota and other foreign companies to the United States. Toyota Group in order not to lose the decision of the U.S. market, GM and more international "TOYOTA" logo for Toyota to open a firm U.S. market has played a big role.
 
The third paragraph of the Toyota logo: 1989 - since Toyota's cash logo was born in 1989, the birth of the background in order to distinguish the identity of the newly established high-end brand Lexus of Toyota, but also as a witness of the growth process of the Toyota for more than 50 years with the commemoration, we can say, cash Toyota identified the birth of epoch-making significance. Unfortunately, even Toyota's own official website, we also can not find who actually designed this classic logo, but this does not seem to affect it enjoys popular support, "consists of three oval Ngau Tau standard" almost human foes know, the cross with two oval on behalf of customers and manufacturers are closely linked, closely around. The periphery of the large oval is a symbol of Toyota swept the global scope of business and long-term vision around the world.
 
Toyota cash logo in red and white colors, the subject and text of the logo are red, together with the white background makes the icon look simple and generous. Cash-car standard font excellent visual effects, people kind of practical and comfortable, trustworthy feel. Subsection identifies upon release will be applied to all models of Toyota's and continues today. COROLLA series as we know it (has lasted for 10 generations), Carmel series (has lasted for seven generations), and even Rand Road, Chak cool series (has lasted for 10 generations) are cash LOGO, the first batch of users. It is worth mentioning is that this logo uniform application to all models of Toyota's, but this is limited to overseas markets in Japan, the logo of Toyota's cars actually have evolved a variety of styles (this article The third page will explain).It is worth mentioning that, in Toyota's huge unified logo overseas teams there are some alternative, is one of China's domestic high visibility of the Toyota Hiace (HiAce). Sea lions since 1967 to the present total of the birth of the 5th generation models, and whether in Japan or overseas markets, it is exactly the same identity in the same period. Sea lions generation model has gone through 4 identifies the changes to be counted on the "fickle" models in the Toyota family.
 
In 2003, Toyota worldwide employs 65,551 people, ranks Japan, third in the world. 2008 is Toyota's most glorious moment in the year, Toyota's total production of various models of 2.41 million to replace the year production of 2.25 million General Motors Corporation, to become the first in the world. Although the Toyota suffered heavy losses in the financial turmoil in 2009, the world number one fell swoop fell ten away, but had reached the output of the world's first automobile 
BMW GT1 manufacturers in Japan and even in Asia, is the only one.

Classic leap of two generations of Volkswagen T-Series models

Van, the van together, the more people regarded as this type of  BMW GT1   car and truck is no different. The reason why people have such a view is too mediocre, of course, this is not unreasonable due to the shape of the van, the transportation for the purpose of the car, the exterior design is not the focus. However, the world, there is a van produced for decades, people recognized at the same time there is more praise, but more interesting is that this car one of the models there are many fans. This model is Volkswagen's Microbus, this model belongs to a series called Transpoter (referred to as the T series). Following into the history of the Volkswagen Transporter with me to see this commercial vehicle matter how evolved.Transporter, the design concept of the first generation of Transporter, (T1) first appeared in 1922, was a concept car, the Rumpler Tropfenwagen reflects the later part of the Transporter design concept, while in 1930 there have been a similar concept car Dymaxion Both cars are no real production. Time flies until 1947, a Dutch businessman Ben Pon Gotham City in the West German cotton negotiations products import of inspiration, when his factory in the public transport a flatbed to. He believes that the public should be introduced to a closed structure design and low-cost models to meet the logistics needs of the reconstruction of Europe after World War II. He was immediately drawn an oval-shaped truck.
 
Ben Pon painted this car with the overall design, engine and transmission at the rear of the body, and empty out the central and front of a lot of space for cargo. Ben Pon then this sketch to the presence of the public staff, however, Ben Pon surprise of the public a year later was sent to him a letter, the letter said Volkswagen CEO Heinz Nordhoff and technology manager, Alfred Haesner models drawn very interested in the car has entered the R & D phase.March 8, 1950, the internal code name for the T1, a Transporter officially produced in West Germany Wolfsburg plant and the Beetle are collinear. Many people are willing to bread the shape of the T1 referred to as the Microbus fact Microbus is only a model of T1. Therefore, in order to unify, we will be unified in the following Transporter name. The same day, the first the one Panelvan freight version of Volkswagen T1 was referred to the hands of customers.Appearance, the first generation of Transporter's appearance characteristics, especially the chubby body lines, the front face of the V-shaped raised area, a huge VW logo and headlights and two independently opening and closing the front windshield all reveals the extraordinary personality. Volkswagen T1 consider the use of single-block curve of the front windshield, is limited by the cost of manufacturing had to abandon the program in the early design; Similarly, the front windows because of cost issues and give up the hand instead of push-pull, so done while the interior air circulation caused some small plastic parts of the car is also out of a compromise on cost, the cost spent in that era metal processing is much lower than the plastic, and even the dashboard by metal stamping, together with the body.Volkswagen T1 Transporter Beetle-based rear-engine rear-wheel drive design, equipped with a maximum power of 25 horsepower 1.2L four-cylinder air-cooled engine; appropriate to improve and optimize the control system for the car, four drum brakes all increase the size; torque limited circumstances, in order to enhance the acceleration capabilities of the outermost of the two drive shafts and wheel phase at adding a reducing gear box; suspension system to change the maximum, using a more advanced four-wheel independent suspension.June 1950 began to supply the 7,8,9-seater passenger Microbus. In 1951, Volkswagen of April luxury Microbus called Samba - the roof is not only full-size canvas sunroof plus the viewing of two rows of skylights, the increase in the right and left rear quarter windows, to meet the perspective of each crew .Second-generation Transporter (T2)
 
In 1967, the second-generation Transporter release, compared to previous generation models, this generation of models of the length of 100mm. The front air grille air intakes below the windshield, headlights, turn lights and bumper also has been redesigned. The push-pull front windows replaced by a lift. Off the
J2543  doors of the previous generation models will be changed to a slide type. The chasss of the second generation model has also been a great change, before the suspension changed to a torsion beam rear suspension changed to a double-wishbone. Effectively improve the driving comfort and stability. Power, the 2.0L engine maximum power of 70 horsepower.1973, in order to improve the dynamic performance, the public also increased as the Transporter 1.7L and 1.8L engines. A year later, the maximum power of 70 hp 2.0L engine also joined the product sequence. Transmission system, the 1973 Volkswagen models equipped with three-speed automatic transmission. Second-generation model in the May 1979 public release of the third generation Transporter production of second-generation model is already more than 2.5 million.The third generation Transporter, (T3) in May 1979, Volkswagen launched the third generation Transporter,. The third generation model prior to a change round lovely shape, but the use of design ideas see the angles and corners. Body width and length were increased by 5 inches and 2.5 inches. Mirrors, headlights, bumper and air intake grill into a square design. Power, continue to follow the previous generation models 2.0L engine, front suspension system to the structure of the double-wishbone rear suspension changed to semi-trailing arm with coil springs in the form. Provides better handling and comfort.1986 to re-introduce a more powerful 2.1L engine models equipped with this engine power performance is very good hundred kilometers in just 12 seconds, top speed can reach 160km / h. In addition the new five-speed manual gearbox and four-wheel drive system (Syncro) also appeared at this time, making the Transporter Ds 708  have better sex with a strong off-road performance.

2012年7月30日星期一

Track beast! Gumpert Apollo S

  How does Wikipedia define a supercar? Super performance, very expensive, very fast as well as a rare sports car. Another argument is to be defined as the horsepower to weight ratio of less than 4 kg, less than eight minutes lap of the German Nürburgring track, and can in the German autobahn at 300 kilometers per hour speed sports car. It still did not forget to laugh at our mouths so-called measure of super-run Nissan GT-R, because in its view, GT-R can only be defined as a sports car. So, what ultra running, stars Gumpert Apollo will clearly tell you the answer. 7 minutes and 11 seconds Nurburgring lap of the North Central and BBC Top Gear track tests, the Gumpert the Apollo is a new record to create a series of records to prove it is fully in line with the definition of the super sports car.
 
You must admit that in some large cities, Ferrari, Lamborghini super run in the affluent area of ​​the formation of bad street scene. On Earth can always tolerate the small minority rare supercar opposition exists, such as the Koenigsegg CCXR, Agera 92, Ultimate, the SSC and after will present you with the Pagani Zonda F In the domestic money, "a microcosm of the second generation, of course, there is a class that is fascinated by the performance of full madman. The price of 12 million yuan Gumpert the Apollo S-is undoubtedly the most suitable for their taste of the ultra-running.FFF shop in Campbell Street, blue-black, Gumpert Apollo, the activities of the SCC, but only as the identity of the active car, but also sets of 650 horsepower, the Apollo. My eyes only a single performance to 700 horsepower Apollo S version, the annual output of only 50 units. Want to get it engraved supercar in New York, North on this record, every moment to listen to its roar, and you have to pay 12 million yuan to purchase it.
  
Turn to the history of Greek mythology know the Apollo Gumpert logo is a fly in the Griffin, the legends of gods, the god Zeus, Apollo, and Nemesis Niemei Francis pulling the chariot of the animal. Hong Kong people for it from the appropriate and interesting name, is called "Jinpeng", perhaps it is gull-wing Gumpert Apollo stretched out like Mirs wings general, domineering ferocity.Roland Gumpert, founder, is an engineer by Gumpert the Apollo S shape everything is the performance of services totally from the muscle shape provocative Italy produced "sissy". Not at all the beautiful feeling of a super sports car like rough mad man is also reflected in the body on the details of the process, the mixture of a point of rough. We always say "evil heart, starting from the front face of the evil of the Gumpert the Apollo S generous bulge in the front of the" evil "was paving the way, and effectively reduces the drag coefficient, a unique appearance in the aerodynamic performance good use. The headlight design is very simple lanterns, all-carbon fiber design seems almost a luxury.The car side of the large area cellular inlet to direct air to the engine at the rear of the body and rear wheel braking system. To improve downforce, the roof of the hollow air intake mouth with the tail provides a reasonable pressure for the vehicle. Seen when the hollow front air intakes in the editorial department of the Shanghai Railway Station before the test drive the Spyker C8 Aileron, inspired by aircraft turbine technology. Therefore, foreign magazines Gumpert Apollo is a land-based Mirage fighters is not surprising.
 
Gumpert Apollo S body stent made of high strength Cr-Mo steel chassis made of aluminum alloy frame. The body surface using a large number of carbon fiber material, covered in the car details, the final total weight Gumpert Apollo control at about 1200 kg. Also has a mid-engine layout, to ensure the best quality of driving.Especially in the rear of the four exhaust pipes, full of visual impact, worthy of the identity of the super power performance. The proliferation of unique taillights and sharp tail like a Kubrick film Chariots of outer space, can reduce the air resistance and to provide sufficient air pressure, and four exhaust pipes together, beyond the front of the "sissy sports car and a reminder, look, who is like goods.
 
Tires, Gumpert Apollo S has its own unique, black aircraft turbine banner gives a strong visual impact. Its front and rear tire size 295/35 ZR19 and 345/35 ZR19 Pirelli P zero tires, high width and flatness of tires for the vehicle high speed and smooth driving provides a reliable guarantee. Especially racing single-hole wheels, super sports car in the sale of the amount of production only if it is configured.Often we will notice the photo live visual shock appearance, but they ignore some of the details. Gumpert Apollo S with gull-wing-like design, gull-wing doors in addition to the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Gumpert Apollo also use recessed door design is very unique.If this is the first time to see the Gumpert Apollo, you totally imagine not a "monster" is how to spread my wings. Depression, including the handle hidden side of the car door, gently pull the door handle, hydraulic lifters help open the door effortlessly. You want to got into the cab of the Gumpert Apollo should, however, more difficult, bowed his head, bent down, deviates from the right foot to seize the roof tentatively into them. "Crash", clothes and suede seat instantaneous friction noise, with an approximate lying position there motionless.Want to close the door is not easy to get in the car, I repeated the exercise several times, only to find the best position to close the door. Hands grabbed the seat, hips withstand the lumbar support at, pull down to close the cortical handle at the huge door is instantly closed. Range of motion is too big, but can still maintain a very rough and chic attitude. At this time, I have carefully looked at the opportunities within it, large areas of carbon fiber material, piled top suede interior, not to mention how much luxury, racing the use of technology is my first impression.


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Domestic test drive Lamborghini Aventador

Manufacture of super sports car obd2 is a rigorous and rational science, driving super sports car is a feast for the senses a fire splash. I can not tolerate this test drive article written instructions, so that the level of suspension, temporarily away from the boring terms of the carbon fiber cockpit like, just need to table this cup strong coffee, sort out what today's experience can be.
 
Incidentally, each generation has their idol, As time changes, and the idol of common old: in the long river of history, and the brilliant always just a moment away. Today, Murciélago, once the Lamborghini flagship, has been the young Aventador replaced, let us pay tribute to this classic cattle, and then open a new chapter of history.The super sports car can be legitimate trading, but the road speed limit on an equal footing on the 120km / h, this is very embarrassing things, like allowing you to see the love action films, but does not allow you to have the same physiological responses. Fortunately, our today's test drive site the Shanghai International Circuit F1 track in front of the coach car carefully to suppress, but my experience seems to find the impact of the 700 horsepower 8500 conversion block, is still quite allure.Authoritative interpretation in which the ordinary family cars, the turbo on behalf of a strong dynamic performance super sports car in front of large displacement naturally aspirated is to be recognized by the mainstream. Adhere to the tradition of several decades flagship model equipped with V12 Lamborghini Aventador prepared a 515kW (700 horsepower) and 690N · m, 6.5-liter V12 naturally aspirated engine, the brute force after the shift speed is only 50 cents seconds of single-clutch automatic transmission, Haldex-wheel-drive system (Haldex), passed after the first 255 335 width Pirelli P Zero tires: the ground do not like commercials as torn, I will be torn vulnerability of the brain.The price of close to 6.5 million yuan, of course, have to have a better "surface work" to his assistant. Aventador has the appearance of the interior of the new design, two key points: the appearance of the section draws heavily on the limited-edition Reventon, the interior part is no longer the Audi (in addition to that several multi-function buttons on the steering wheel), and both people quite for joy. These elements before my colleague Yuan Lu Photos article described in detail, the specific can click on the link below to view.Apart from tempting the visual lure the Aventador changes in driving is more important. I believe that we have heard this argument, the Lamborghini flagship of the past, most focus on speed, followed by accelerated, and finally manipulation Aventador put this sequence is completely overturned, the manipulation was on the top! In this era everyone is talking about the manipulation Aventador have the kind of performance in order to convince the public? With this question, I am duty-bound sat down into the carbon fiber cockpit.All test drive vehicle had to be on standby at any time, unfortunately I can not long like a nuclear bomb detonated on the button engine start button, but once the vehicle is moving, but also attend to these slowly to the oil passing the maintenance area to enter the track, just ran over a bending center of the system the Aventador of suspension already I was surprised.The past, the impression that sports car suspension system can not wait to be able to butt Britain swollen supercar to Britain broken just give up, Aventador retains an appropriate degree of flexibility have been psychologically prepared for the expected "abuse" did not hit cornering attitude is not therefore affected, there is no excess movement, to fill the gap and smooth. After several consecutive corners, I deliberately try to make the inside of the front wheels slightly bending center of the shoulder rolled on, the Aventador continue to express its balanced understanding of the term, bottom intact, the body is also pretty down to earth quickly through the center of gravity conversion is in no way far-fetched . For ultra-running, good cornering attitude far more comfortable and appropriate, but the performance of the best of both worlds, who have the heart to say no?Power systems do not need to suspect that each time you enter the main straight I can not help but to delay the timing of the shift, speed pointer over the 8250rpm scale of the moment, 700 horsepower full-blown carefree feeling reached its peak, so that we suspend the lens in this electro-optical flint moment, to be fair 
  lexia I have already are driving the concept of mind, filled with manic roar, as well as the physical lack of exercise caused suited to decisively Shengdang in order to have a moment of respite. Aventador with a cliff toward the unfathomable moment back into the bright areas.Overseas media have said Aventador is the most gentle Lamborghini flagship, in the past that unruly known personality has converged many, I would like to which complex electronic control system is ... how should I say, I do not know the definition of hero or culprit. For security reasons, we not allowed to use Sport and the Corsa mode, so long as the corners action is not enough gentleman, electronic systems will be relentless intervention, gorgeous dashboard ESP light flashing, previously accessible exchange suddenly hazy, it enhanced the degree of tolerance, allowing you to make mistakes, and the feeling of direct intervention is indeed contrary to the ultra-running spirit, but the Aventador of inclusiveness is also limited, the best hearts and respect, otherwise the next corner you are likely to leave road pavement.Bull to refuse the evil from good? I would like Lamborghini will never do it. Aventador only increased in the past on the basis of very limited, so little care of the drivers can not hide the fact it is definitely not a good class, regardless of the level of suspension or carbon fiber cockpit, the product of these are from the track, not to mention the volcano-like the power unit and consecutive kick    Diagnostics OBD2 back the shift feel.

2012年7月29日星期日

Hire an Auto Injury Lawyer to Help your case

 If you've been injured you may want to find Autocom   attorney services to help you get a fair personal injury settlement.Where do you start looking?What should you expect?What questions do you ask?If you've been seriously injuredand you want to find a personal injury lawyer, get on it quickly. Searching for and hiring a good lawyer might take some time, so the sooner you start the better.   While individuals that drive any type of motored vehicle do not drive expecting to be involved in an accident, most people are involved in at least one during their lifetime. If you were injured in an accident that was not your fault, you may be able to claim compensation for your damages from the party responsible. You can contact an aggressive and compassionate auto injury lawyer to get the legal representation you need.
   The information you gather from your auto accident may not be enough to prove the other driver was at fault. When you hire an experienced auto injury lawyer to investigate your case, they will find out who failed to signal while turning, which person disobeyed traffic signals and signs, which person was driving above the posted speed limit, which person was driving under the influence of alcohol, who disregarded weather conditions, and much more. Your attorney will focus on investigating every aspect that may have contributed to your accident to make sure you get the compensation you deserve.
   When looking to hire an auto injury lawyer for your case, there are some important factors you should consider. First, you must know the level of experience the lawyer has by making sure they know how to negotiate higher settlements, can deal with insurance companies, and have knowledge of what an injury like yours is worth. Your attorney should also be able communicate with you and provide you with the details of your insurance claim. You should also find out if you can afford the attorney's fees. During your consultation, your lawyer should provide you with information on their costs to see if it is affordable for you.
   You should know it's not absolutely necessary to find attorney services. If you just want to file a claim and your case is relatively straightforeward, then you might be able to "go it alone." This approach could save you a significant amount of money. Read through this website to get an in-depth idea of what's involved.   A good accident attorney brings with her a multitude of skills and a depth of knowledge. She's likely dealt with hundreds, if not thousands of personal injury cases and therefore "knows the drill."A lawyer has experience in gathering evidence and negotiating with insurance companies. She knows how the legal game is played and will advise you. This knowledge is critical to negotiating insurance settlements effectively.   The first thing you should expect is to wait a long time before receiving your personal injury settlement. If you simply file a claim and settle with the insurance company (out of court) it could take a few months to a year, maybe more.If it goes to trial you're probably looking at 1-3 years. Don't get upset with your NEXIQ 125032injury lawyer if your case is moving slow. They all move slow.

Great tips on buying a used car

Figuring out the right price for a used MB Star C3 with an unknown history is never easy.If you've decided to buy a used car, you've already made a smart decision. You can get a car that's almost as good as a brand-new one without paying for the depreciation that wallops new car buyers as soon as they drive the car off the lot. Even cars that are only a year old are 20-30 percent cheaper than brand-new cars.  But there are other good reasons to buy a used car:You'll save money on insurance.Bigger bargains are possible for the smart used car shopper.Used cars are more reliable today than ever before.Some used cars are still under the factory warranty.Most new carmakers now sell certified used cars, which include warranties.The history of a used car can easily be traced using the vehicle identification number (VIN)t the beginning of the car-buying process, many people already know the car they want.
But it's a good idea to stop right now and test your decision with this question: Will this car fit into my monthly budget? We'll explain how to determine what car you can afford in the next step. For now, make sure your choice isn't obviously exceeding your budget. Ask yourself, does it meet my current needs?  ou may need to expand your horizons when considering what to buy because you won't know what is available in your area until you really start looking. Consider building a target list of three different cars. You might want to think of vehicles in the same class.But with some work, you can find great deals. New cars, on average, lose 25% of their value the moment they're driven off the lot.
At the same time, cars are being made better, with many models happily chugging along well past the 100,000-mile marker. So unless you're the type who simply has to have the very latest model parked in your driveway, you could save yourself a bundle by buying used. They're not cheap. According to figures from auto web site Edmunds.com, you could expect to pay an average of $31,506 for a certified 2003 Lexus GS 300. If you bought that same car, uncertified, from a dealership, it would cost an average of $28,479. An individual would charge an average of $25,852.Certified vehicles, as we said, are more expensive than other used cars. (To check pricing data in your area, click on Edmunds.com's True Market Value tool or Kelley Blue Book.)
Only you can decide if the peace of mind is worth the heftier price tag. If the monthly payments stretch your budget too tight, consider buying that same make and model from a private party. While you won't get the factory inspection, you could hire a mechanic for $100 to look for any problems.  Buying from individule.You're buying a high-ticket item from a complete stranger. Once the deal is closed, you'll have little recourse if you got stuck with a lemon. (In most states, lemon laws only apply to cars bought through a dealership.)the most common sign that a vehicle has been in a major accident is clamp marks (which look like holes or gashes) on a vehicle's frame, because this usually indicates that the car has been in a frame machine.
 Other things to look for: signs of repainting, such as variations in paint color between the inside of the trunk and the outside, and poorly closing doors, hoods or trunks. It's also a good idea to compare the VIN number on the dashboard with the number on the sticker inside the door. This could indicate that someone is trying to pass off a salvaged or stolen car as slightly used.  Even if everything checks out, ask to see the owner's service records and be sure to get the vehicle inspected by a trusted mechanic, says Philip Reed, consumer advice editor with Edmunds.com. If a seller hesitates on either point, walk away. There are plenty of great used cars out there, so there's no reason to take a chance, he says.  Most states have lemon laws that provide consumers with some protection if they buy a seriously problematic car.You don't get the comfort that comes along with a certified pre-owned vehicle, and you're still paying more than if you bought it from a private party.Advice:
Buying a noncertified vehicle from a dealership can be a risky proposition. Not all dealerships are trustworthy, obviously. And no one knows how to hide a problem as well as a professional does, warns CarMax's Claeys. So it's crucial to follow all of the above advice as if you were purchasing the car from a private party. Even if the dealership says its mechanic inspected the vehicle, it's still a good idea to bring in an independent professional to look it over. An up-and-up dealership won't say no, says Claeys.  Among the three choices, you'll need the sharpest negotiating skills when buying a noncertified vehicle from a dealership. Often, the dealership will just throw out an astronomically high price to see if it can get it, warns Edmunds.com's Reed. But dealerships are also willing to sell at bargain prices. So don't get discouraged. Just indicate that you've done your research and checked a pricing guide. Sometimes just showing a little hesitation cancause the salesman to take another $500 off the price to seal the deal.

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2012年7月27日星期五

The Auto Channel's Branded Buyers Guide's Daily Visitor Scoreboard

The Auto Central , The deep down in the funnel visitor count to every one of The Auto Channel’s 42 single Brand Car and Truck Buyers Guides goes up or down every day…for many reasons. You can see from this article.
Increased daily visitor count might be the result of a hot TV commercial featuring a new model that has enticed our audience, of in-market auto researchers and auto enthusiastics to visit that brand’s Buyers Guide for the specs, prices and reviews of the featured new vehicle. Or an uptick in traffic could be the direct result of a manufacturer's just announced sale incentive or a local new car dealer’s sale advertising.
As well, over the past 16 years we have noted that snowy winter weather has increased daily visitors to the Buyers Guides of car makers that offer AWD and 4x4 models;  and that beautiful spring weather (year round in San Diego) brings more daily visitors to branded Buyers Guides that offer shiny new convertibles, and that summer vacation time increases the audience of car makers that offer road trip or outdoor recreational type vehicles.
As the price of gasoline fluctuates so do visits to the Buyers Guides of auto makers offering high(er) MPG models...and conversely reduces visitor count to the Buyers Guides of low MPG vehicle brands.
As another in our long history of Internet Firsts, The Auto Channel editors thought that it would be fun and informative to give our audience access to our real-time visitor count scoreboard, that quickly shows audience increases or decreases by the day, week and month for every brand car and truck sold in North America...ENJOY!
Auto Central; For over 16 years we have been looking for a used car search tool that would allow our audience to skip the normal jerk-around we all find in online car and truck search, and get right to the relevant search results, without registering or revealing your personal data.
The Auto Channel has always delivered free content, because we believe that free is better, that's why the used car search interface below will let you easily super search for your next used vehicle for free, and with one click search every Craigslist city site, quickly, easily and accurately.
Should you not find what you are looking for on Craigslist you can also search on Ebay, and every other major used car inventory site.
We hope you find this tool to be another reason to continue to visit The Auto Channel for all of your automotive research, please let me know what you think of it and any improvements you believe it needs. msnide@theautochannel.com
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What is custom cars?

Now we introduce some thing about custom cars.A custom car,which is designed vehicle that incorporates certain features (such as a stronger engine and transmission) and/or has been modified to improve its performance or distinguish its looks to differentiate ,because it's from other part.
Custom cars gained popularity in the 1950s. The practice of customizing cars dates back to the pre World War II era when the objective of customizing most cars was to put the most powerful engine in the lightest possible frame and body combination. Although custom cars have been gaining popularity over the years, their widespread marketability is still an issue. Paint has become one of the most popular features of custom cars. This is evident from the fact that prize for the best painted custom car is one of the most sought after.
Top Extreme Custom Cars Specialty Equipment Market Association categorized the following as the top ten extreme custom cars in its show held in 2007:
Corvette (1963) ?This Chevy is claimed to be the fastest legal car in the world by the owner. It has factory roll-up headlights and cup-holders. It has a 400 cubic inch twin turbo V8 engine that produces up to 2200 horsepower at its fullest.
Mercules (1950) ?This 1950 model of Mercules has undergone more than 175 body modifications (one of which included chopping 4 inches of headroom) that has made it one of the most sought after custom cars in the world.
Pontiac Solstice SD-290 ?This super sexy custom car as no passenger seat and looks like 1930 style race cars. It has 4 point racing harness, no windshield, built in roll bar and 19" wheels. Its Turbo 2.0 liter Ecotec engine produces over 300 horsepower.
Mercedes SL 600 ?Although extremely expensive and time consuming to built, this Mercedes has over 300,00 Swarovski crystals ingrained both in its exterior and interior. This custom car shouts Hollywood and was one of the most popular custom cars displayed at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show.
Caprice (1988) ?This popular custom car is painted a royal purple with all its suspension components painted to match the exterior. Having white leather interior, this custom car spells luxury and is another popular custom hot rod. Mercedes R500 ?Alpine Advanced Application R&D team, the best in innovation and audio equipment, chose Mercedes R500 as the car of their choice. They have customized Mercdes R500 using their latest Signal Processing Technology. the front seats swivel installed by the Alpine team has made entering and exiting the vehicle much easier than before.
Toyota Camry is not the car one would think of to be the best option for customization. However, a few modifications here and there have changed the completed look of this car. Rear doors were molded into the body, mirrors and handles were changed to give a sleeker look, custom made fiberglass interior gave it a unique look and hand-stitched seats all topped off with a sound system from Pioneer Audio makes it the car of your dreams. Even if you have the most expensive brands of cars like Ford or Toyota, problems can still occur. Solutions for vehicle problems can come in the form of a car scanner. This is a widening trend in automotive technology that makes it easier to deal with any problems drivers occur. A scanner is simply a device that checks your vehicle for small problems before they become bigger. The warning light indicates whether your automobile has issues that need to be fixed soon.
Cars made after 1996 have built-in car diagnostic software, which keeps them running without any glitches. Today, car makers have developed the onboard diagnostic system or the OBD. The latest version of this technology is the OBD-II. Much of the automobile diagnosis is on the condition of the engine, although the frame may also have sensors.

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Facts About OBD 2 Scanners

If you are in the market for an OBD-2 scan tool, which you probably already have a good   idea to use as you wish. So, think before making your purchase decision, what features to help you, your work more efficient. Here are some options that you want your OBD-II code can be scanned to:First Vehicle for recording and reading information when using an OBD 2 diagnostic equipment, are you with the information necessary to have to do to repair your vehicle. Especially if you use the OBD II scanner, several times for the same car, proves the ability to record vehicle information, and read it invaluable.
The first one is much more pricey and features codes from the earlier type I cars. On the other hand, you will find the basic diagnostic scanners that may only work with the much more recent sorts of automobiles.Once you connect it, it will provide an updated status about your automobile and will help check any possible malfunctions inside your engine. Some of the normal motor associated problems generally derive from fluid, oil, or spark plug issues. It'll provide you with an alpha numeric code which in turn signifies where the issue is.
An additional point which you should consider is the upgrade ability with the car repair manual. Each year, companies put out new scan tools so it is crucial to obtain one that may work for the next brand new vehicle. It can be crucial the software for the gadget always be upgradeable as well.
OBD 2 scanners are great at identifying your vehicle's difficulties. Most of the time, these scanners or readers attach effortlessly to a system in your vehicle. These connections are mandated by law so chances are, your car will have them. Naturally, depending on the model which you possess, you will be in a position to use the scanner in practically each type of vehicle.
Nevertheless, you will find times when you would need to search for the proper kind of scanner so that it's going to work without any problems on your style of car or automobile. Having a diagnostic scanner is surely some thing that you simply can enjoy as a car owner.
The purchase of a scanner OBD II code should not be a split decision. The right choice includes a thorough examination. Once you have researched and made a selection, you will ensure that you make a profitable investment.

OBD2 reader can compact scan tool

The OBD2 visitor CAN compact scan tool also displays, retrieves, and clears any generic code that might be available and the pending codes too. It can equally read and then retrieve the VIN, which it's connected. This is one of the best gadgets for checking your used cars. It contains a compatible size therefore; it does not take up a large space in your car and does not tamper with all of your car's operating systems. I’M testes of your car are also implemented by this obd two reader system.
The OBD2 reader can compact scan tool also enables you to easily detect the seriousness of the break down that your car might be experiencing, this will decrease the level of spending that might incur when you visit the mechanic to do this scanning for you. All the oil emissions and car mileage is controlled by the OBD2 reader. The tool then shuts down any emission codes, which might come up in a random formula. The reader also communicates with your on board computer to give you elaborate information which can be quite viable for you in driving or in detecting the status of your car for any short comings, this means that you will be up dated constantly about the performance of all the emissions of your car.
The OBD2 reader CAN compact scan tool also displays, retrieves, and clears any generic code that might be available and the pending codes too. It can equally read and then retrieve the VIN, which it is connected. This is one of the best gadgets for checking the used cars. It has a compatible size therefore; it does not take up a large space in your car and does not tamper with any of your car's operating systems. I'M testes of your car are also performed by this obd 2 reader system.
All the faulty codes and errors of your Automotive are then displayed down in a numerical order by the help of this OBD2 CAN compact scan tool, if the error is minimal, the reader can clear them instantly but if they are beyond its reach, a signal is sent to you, a clear you ought to do. The reader performs the DTC scan for your car and subsequently turns off the check engine lights of your automobile. The reader is powered through a detachable cable of the OBD2 reader. It is also installed with a computer soft ware, which enhances its emission of accurate code errors. The OBD2 reader CAN compact scan tool is very durable therefore, it does not wear out easily by the constant handling or usage; you are assured of a longer service.
The OBD scanner is linked to the car's diagnostic system via a connector data link that's either placed beneath the dash board to the left side of your kick panel or behind the astray. You then need to position your car's engine on motion so as to power the scanner which will start up automatically.