VERVE FORD CONCEPT CARWith the North American debut of Ford’s Verve Concept, Ford announces a new vision for its future: small cars and sustainability. It shouldn’t come as a surprise to people who love Ford’s European small cars like the Ford Focus, Fiesta and Ka. “Ford’s small cars are loved in Europe and Americans love our European small cars,” says Jim Farley, Ford’s Group Vice President,
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GIUGIARO MUSTANG FORD CONCEPT CAR
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GIUGIARO MUSTANG FORD CONCEPT CARThe 2005 Ford Mustang captured the hearts and minds of fans and future owners when the all-new model debuted. But the proportions and design of Ford’s first purpose-built muscle car in 30-plus years caught the eyes and sparked the imaginations of a pair of the world’s leading coachbuilders in Italy as well.“When we saw the new Mustang, we knew two things: It was
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Interceptor Ford Concept Car
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Interceptor Ford Concept Car“The Interceptor Ford Concept Car has the soul of Mustang but combines ‘Built Ford Tough’ attitude with the sporty elegance of ’60s Ford sedans,” said Peter Horbury, executive director, Design, The Americas.Exterior design elements, feature substantial, sometimes brutish, surfaces and sections and the traditional rear-wheel drive proportion that includes a short front
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NAMIR HYBRID CONCEPT CAR BY GIUGIARO AND FRAZER
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NAMIR HYBRID CONCEPT CAR BY GIUGIARO AND FRAZERGENEVA, Switzerland, 4 March, 2009 - Namir is a concept car born of the collaboration between Italdesign Giugiaro and Frazer-Nash, a company specialized in the design, construction, and marketing of hybrid systems deeply rooted in the historical automotive manufacturing company founded in England by Archie Frazer-Nash in 1923.Presented during the
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PROXIMA HYBRID CONCEPT CAR BY ALVINO DESIGN
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PROXIMA HYBRID CONCEPT CAR BY ALVINO DESIGNProxima will definitely be the answer for the growing rate of motorcycle incidents. A concept by Alvino Design, the Proxima is a two-seater hybrid vehicle with a car view in front and a motorcycle look at the rear. This unique concept from Alvino gives its rider a chance to enjoy the two-wheel feel of a motorcycle while keeping them safe and comfortable
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IOSIS MAX FORD CONCEPT CAR
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IOSIS MAX FORD CONCEPT CARRecently debuted at the Geneva Motor Show, the iosis MAX has dramatic looks and a striking pearlescent ‘Limelight’ color, which is complemented by innovative solutions that enhance its practicality and environmental performance.“Although it isn’t a forerunner to a specific production vehicle, the iosis MAX clearly highlights how kinetic design is evolving and can be
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SXForce Suzuki Concept Car
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SXForce Suzuki Concept CarThe Suzuki SXForce Concept is one of the latest additions to Suzuki's media-acclaimed Suzuki LIVE Series - a line of brand-dedicated concept vehicles specially designed for life enthusiasts, adventurers and thrill-seekers.Reinforcing the link between the company's rich motorcycle heritage and versatile line of fun-to-drive automobiles, the Suzuki SXForce is a
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Switchblade Samson Flying Superbike Concept
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Switchblade Samson Flying Superbike ConceptRecent developments at Samson have given us a new way to get airborne. The new scissors wing design shaves 200 lb weight while allowing greater range and lower maintenance cost. The wings swing closed under the belly of the vehicle, protected from road grunge and rock dings by a clamshell case and a structural keel that takes impacts. Sporting a
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SkyBike Samson Flying Superbike Concept
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SkyBike Samson Flying Superbike Concept Ever since I saw the Icon A5 I have been advocating the need for a flying motorcycle. Apparently California-based Samson Motorworks has unveiled a James Bond-worthy motorcycle-airplane hybrid concept dubbed the SkyBike that it hopes to have ready for production in 2010. The enclosed three-wheel vehicle features retractable wheels and wings that deploy at
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2009 Hybrid Vehicles - The Ones With the Best Mileage
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By Patricia S. Brown
It goes without saying that hybrid vehicles are the private transportation of the future. The reasons include the fact that we have a finite supply of crude oil, the rising cost of gas over which we have very little control, our dependence on unfriendly nations for our oil supply, and the negative effects of gasoline exhaust on the environment.
Saving, be it the environment or on gas, is the primary reason most people buy these types of vehicles. To this end, it is anticipated that 2009 will be a big year for makers of hybrids because consumers are trying to reduce their consumption in the current economic downturn. It is during times like these that high gas mileage trumps size and becomes a major deciding factor when buying personal transportation.
King of the Road
The king of high mileage per gallon of gas is none other than the Toyota Prius. One of the first alternative-fuel vehicles to appear on the US auto market, the Prius offers 45 city and 48 highway miles to the gallon. The 2009 model has a bigger engine; therefore, provides more horsepower and has been designed with a very light frame aimed at pushing the gas mileage as close to 50 as is possible by improving the length of time it can run gas-free.
Close Runner-Up
The Honda Civic hybrid is second and it offers 40 city and 45 highway miles per gallon. It costs a bit more than the Prius, but has a sleeker look. The 2009 model has better battery packs and its regenerative braking system is capable of eliminating almost all emission from the vehicle. It is, also, the best choice for consumers who consider safety a priority when choosing a vehicle.
Third in Line
The third most fuel efficient hybrid vehicle is the Smart For Two. The smart car burst onto the market in Europe and is slowly becoming popular in the U.S. It offers 33 city and 41 highway miles per gallon. The major drawback to the Smart For Two is its size. It is very small, light, and has comparatively low horsepower compared to the other hybrids. However, it can be considered cute, affordable, and is perfect for city dwellers who don't want to spend too much money on a car. The 2009 model comes with a transmission that can be changed between manual and automatic.
Another Good Choice
The BMW Mini Cooper is another great choice of hybrid because of its high gas mileage. It offers 28 city and 37 highway miles to the gallon. The 2009 model comes in automatic and manual. It is built with BMW's pure quality, has an updated suspension thus providing a smoother ride, and has enough horsepower to hold its own on any U.S. highway.
Hybrid vehicles can be more expensive than all-gas vehicles; however, in the long run they will save the consumer and have a positive impact on the environment. Furthermore, nothing says "I'm hip and aware!" as being behind the wheel of a 2009 fuel efficient hybrid vehicle.
P. Brown is a former English teacher with seven years experience. She loves traveling, volunteering and reading.
She is now a travel agent who spends most of her time building her full service online travel agency http://www.coolrunningstravelja.com
Please visit her website when you're planning to travel. We offer everything you'll ever need at excellent prices. You can also contact me at coolrunningstravel@yahoo.com. Thanks.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Patricia_S._Brown
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It goes without saying that hybrid vehicles are the private transportation of the future. The reasons include the fact that we have a finite supply of crude oil, the rising cost of gas over which we have very little control, our dependence on unfriendly nations for our oil supply, and the negative effects of gasoline exhaust on the environment.
Saving, be it the environment or on gas, is the primary reason most people buy these types of vehicles. To this end, it is anticipated that 2009 will be a big year for makers of hybrids because consumers are trying to reduce their consumption in the current economic downturn. It is during times like these that high gas mileage trumps size and becomes a major deciding factor when buying personal transportation.
King of the Road
The king of high mileage per gallon of gas is none other than the Toyota Prius. One of the first alternative-fuel vehicles to appear on the US auto market, the Prius offers 45 city and 48 highway miles to the gallon. The 2009 model has a bigger engine; therefore, provides more horsepower and has been designed with a very light frame aimed at pushing the gas mileage as close to 50 as is possible by improving the length of time it can run gas-free.
Close Runner-Up
The Honda Civic hybrid is second and it offers 40 city and 45 highway miles per gallon. It costs a bit more than the Prius, but has a sleeker look. The 2009 model has better battery packs and its regenerative braking system is capable of eliminating almost all emission from the vehicle. It is, also, the best choice for consumers who consider safety a priority when choosing a vehicle.
Third in Line
The third most fuel efficient hybrid vehicle is the Smart For Two. The smart car burst onto the market in Europe and is slowly becoming popular in the U.S. It offers 33 city and 41 highway miles per gallon. The major drawback to the Smart For Two is its size. It is very small, light, and has comparatively low horsepower compared to the other hybrids. However, it can be considered cute, affordable, and is perfect for city dwellers who don't want to spend too much money on a car. The 2009 model comes with a transmission that can be changed between manual and automatic.
Another Good Choice
The BMW Mini Cooper is another great choice of hybrid because of its high gas mileage. It offers 28 city and 37 highway miles to the gallon. The 2009 model comes in automatic and manual. It is built with BMW's pure quality, has an updated suspension thus providing a smoother ride, and has enough horsepower to hold its own on any U.S. highway.
Hybrid vehicles can be more expensive than all-gas vehicles; however, in the long run they will save the consumer and have a positive impact on the environment. Furthermore, nothing says "I'm hip and aware!" as being behind the wheel of a 2009 fuel efficient hybrid vehicle.
P. Brown is a former English teacher with seven years experience. She loves traveling, volunteering and reading.
She is now a travel agent who spends most of her time building her full service online travel agency http://www.coolrunningstravelja.com
Please visit her website when you're planning to travel. We offer everything you'll ever need at excellent prices. You can also contact me at coolrunningstravel@yahoo.com. Thanks.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Patricia_S._Brown
MAZDASPEED3 MAZDA CONCEPT CAR 2010 (1)
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MAZDASPEED3 CONCEPT CAR 2010 More Pict........The performance car for enthusiasts with active lifestylesIt's an unwritten law of nature. When two parents have kids, more often than not, their offspring will be quite different. One will have Dad's eyes, another, Mom's nose. Some will be mild-mannered, happy and always smiling, and others, well - they will be wicked. Enter the all-new 2010
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MAZDASPEED3 MAZDA CONCEPT CAR 2010 (2)
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Steering feel and response have been improved through more rigid 3-point mounting of the steering rack, compared to the previous 2-point system. The hydraulic power steering pump has also been removed from the engine and is now driven by an electric motor. This electro-hydraulic power assisted steering (EHPAS) reduces parasitic drag on the engine, lowers power steering fluid temperature, and
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MAZDASPEED3 MAZDA CONCEPT CAR 2010 GALERY
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QAZANA NISSAN CROSSOVER CONCEPT CAR 2010 (1)
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2010 NISSAN QAZANA CROSSOVER CONCEPT CARMore Pict..... The Nissan Qazana makes its first ever appearance at the Geneva Motor Show today. Inspired by a simple desire to have fun behind the wheel, Qazana shows that mind-numbing motoring could be a thing of the past.Officially it’s a showcar, a study into how a small car of the future could look. But with the announcement that a small crossover – a
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QAZANA NISSAN CROSSOVER CONCEPT CAR 2010 (2)
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....ContinueCrossover stylingThe profile is dominated by the prominent wheel arches and by the body’s high waistline, which combine to give an impression of strength and which contrast vividly with the slim side windows. Echoing a style first seen on Mixim, Nissan’s high performance electric coupé concept shown at the 2007 Frankfurt Show, the glasshouse resembles a crash helmet visor.Although it
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QAZANA NISSAN CROSSOVER CONCEPT CAR GALERY
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Amarok Volkswagen Concept Car 2010
Diposting oleh Unknown on Jumat, 05 Juni 2009
2010 Volkswagen Amarok Volkswagen announced today that the production version of its pickup concept unveiled last year will be launched under the ‘Amarok’ name when it arrives in Europe in 2010.Amarok means wolf in Inuit language. Eskimo people, who live in northern Canada and Greenland, regard the wolf as king of the wilderness and a figure of robustness, endurance and superiority. It also means
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