The slowing economy, the increase in jobless people is prompting a re-think of the choices they make when it comes to choosing their next cars according. The ever increasing prices of oil and Gasoline which has hit a high $3.00 per gallon, is getting more and more people to consider getting either flex-fuel capable vehicles or other alternative fueled cars. These hybrids, which … [Read more...]
Blind Corners no more
A project by some of Japan's leading auto manufacturers led by Mazda are stepping up their studies in making driving a safer way to get from point a o b. The study tackles areas such as blind intersections and winding roads with technology that would allow the oncoming vehicle top communicate with the car you are driving, assisting your from crashing into each other. Parts of … [Read more...]
New Automotive Technologies (Part 2)
Next in line, is technology that is mostly associated with fighter jets rather than cars. Done guessing? Its HUD’s or Head's Up Display which display's information onto the windshield eliminating the need, again to turn your head to change the song that is currently being played on the audio system and other car functions such as the current speed. Smarter GPS systems are … [Read more...]
New Automotive Technologies (Part 1)
The automotive industry has been in the forefront of technological development in industry since the first production cars were rolled out of the assembly lines. Today, they are still the leading users of high-tech innovations which are incorporated into new car designs that improves safety and comfort for drivers and passengers alike. One aspect of driving that has benefited … [Read more...]
The 80th Annual Oscar Awards – The Greenest Event Ever
Well, when talking in terms of the vehicles our favorite stars will be driving that is for GM, which is the only automotive sponsor provided them with more than 75 of these green automobiles. They come in the form of fully fuel-cell powered or Flex-Fuel E85 ethanol compatible rides. GMC and Chevrolet has started to use these highly prestigious events a s advertising platforms … [Read more...]