Sonic Z-Spec 2011 Chevrolet Concept Car

Sonic Z-Spec 2011 Chevrolet Concept Car










Chevrolet has officially unveiled a new design study based on the Chevy Sonic. The matte black and orange Chevrolet Sonic Z-Spec Concept will be on display at the North American International Auto Show for the next two weeks. Chevrolet first used the name Z-Spec 2010 SEMA show, which showed that the 2011 Chevrolet Volt Z-Spec Concept, 2010

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Concept-C 2012 Lincoln Concept Car

 
Concept-C 2012 Lincoln Concept Car




This is expected not only be a badge-bad job, but it really gets amazing results. Mercury plans to create a concept car C-segment for the year 2012. Mercury took a few cars Focus sedan and five-door hatchback from the Detroit Auto Show and C C-Max and Grand C-Max minivans from the Frankfurt Auto Show. And one sister who will work on options is Lincoln

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Jebat Sports 2010 Proton Concept Car

 
Jebat Sports 2010 Proton Concept Car

Proton, revealing a host of concept car models including “Jebat”, it is a sport cars prototype of the recently launched Inspira at The 2010 Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show in Malaysia. As design goes, 2010 Proton Jebat Sports Cars Concept has unique features, including matte black coat and left with a similar stripe around the bottom of the door.

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The Facts - Problems and Disadvantages of Hybrid Cars

By Jeff Carey

Pros and Cons of Hybrid Cars

Get ready for some sticker shock.
One common complaint about hybrid cars is their initial price. According to Cars.com, the Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for new model year hybrids ranges from $21,100 (Toyota Prius) to $104,000 (Lexus LS 600h). Adding all the hybrid technology to a vehicle is expensive, and some of that extra cost is passed on to consumers. As an example, the new Toyota Camry is available in several trim levels ranging from about $20,000 for the LE version to more than $25,000 for the hybrid Camry. The Honda Civic starts at $15,000 (DX) while the hybrid version will set you back at least $22,600.

So, yes, if you are low on cash right now, the extra cost of going green could be the deal breaker. At the same time, it is important to consider the long-term savings associated with a hybrid when making a buying decision. While the gas-only Camry is getting around 21 miles per gallon in the city, the hybrid version gets about 33 MPG. That could mean that shelling out the extra $5,000 now could save you a bundle in fuel costs over the long-run. Resale value is also better for the hybrid model.

Burning through batteries
Another disadvantage of buying a hybrid are potential problems that could occur with their expensive batteries. Because hybrid technology relies heavily on the electric battery within the car, buyers are often concerned that these types of batteries will need to be replaced more often than would a standard, 12 volt battery.

Fortunately, the nickel metal hydride batteries in hybrid cars charge themselves when the car is not using the electric power supplied by them. By avoiding draining the batteries, studies have shown that these batteries normally last just as long as those of a standard vehicle. Hybrid vehicle manufacturers also include warranties to cover these batteries for 80,000-100,000 miles. You can learn more about the warranties on different hybrid models here.

Is my footprint truly green?
Hybrid vehicle technology is complex and therefore it requires many resources devoted to its production. This means that the factories producing hybrid cars are likely creating just as much, if not more pollution than factories that build non-hybrid vehicles.

On the other hand, the impact of those hybrids once they are on the road is much less than that of standard vehicles, thereby decreasing their overall, negative environmental impact. So, while buying and driving a hybrid does not free you from pollution and CO2 emissions, it does lessen the negative effects.

Am I safe in a hybrid car?
Two features that allow a hybrid to be so fuel-efficient, the electric technology and lighter weight of the vehicle, are cause for concern for some potential buyers. For example, the high voltage required by a hybrid car's battery could prove dangerous in a collision if wires are exposed. Also, the light weight of some hybrids may concern potential buyers who fear these types of cars would not fare well in a collision. Check out the safety rating of most hybrid cars here or review hybrid SUV safety here.

Other disadvantages, issues, potential problems, and drawbacks to hybrid vehicles include their lack of availability, slower acceleration, brake noise & feel, the fact that some may be "too quiet", and lack of choice - as most car models are not yet being built as hybrids.

Jeff Carey is a green vehicle enthusiast who manages a portfolio of more than 60 hybrid and electric blogs. Learn more and subscribe to his monthly newsletter at Hybrid Kingdom.

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Concept vehicle by Fred Gambino

Fred Gambino concept vehicle art for Cartoon Network's FIREBREATHER. Concept ships.



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Hybrid Cars - The Way to Go For a Better Environment and Efficiency

By Hadi Setiadi

Several years ago, we might have not been able to see hybrid cars in roads and freeways. But nowadays, as more people have been aware about the great advantages these cars have offered, gradually, they have been becoming as mainstream as the conventional engine cars have been. So, it no wonder that many car companies, governments and big institution are racing in developing this kind of engine in order to get more advanced yet more efficient hybrid technology.

Hybrid cars are overwhelmingly positive and a remarkable innovation in the automotive industry and they are generally more fuel-efficient than their conventional counterparts (compared to similar models). They are also designed to operate in the same range of conditions and temperatures as conventional vehicles.

Environment wise, hybrid cars are great for air quality, they save money at the pump, and they make the owner feel good. They can reduce smog output by 90 percent and they consume far less gasoline than conventional cars. They can run up to 55 to 60 mpg in city driving, while a typical SUV might travel 15-20 miles per gallon, or use three times as much gas for the same distance.

Hybrids are also better than all-electric cars because hybrid car batteries recharge as you drive so there is no need to plug in. Moreover, most electric cars cannot go faster than 50-60 mph, while hybrids can. Most electric cars need to be recharged every 50-100miles. These cars are part battery-electric cars and part conventional cars. The main principle of all hybrid vehicles is the use of a temporary energy storage device (usually a battery), which makes the main engine operates at close to its maximum efficiency.

These cars are primarily gas powered cars with electrical motor assist. Some hybrid cars are qualified as "clean fuel property" by the IRS. Some hybrid SUVs like the Lexus RX 400H are even SULEV rated (super-ultra-low-emission vehicle), appealing to the environmentally conscious new customers. Many hybrid vehicles are coming to market in the form of hybrid cars, hybrid trucks, and hybrid SUVs. Here are some examples of hybrid autos:
· Lexus RX 400H Hybrid
· Lexus GS 450H Hybrid
· Honda Civic Hybrid
· Honda Accord Hybrid
· Toyota Prius Hybrid
· Toyota Camry Hybrid
· Toyota Highlander Hybrid
· Ford Escape Hybrid

And all in all, hybrid cars are, of course, playing a large part in the current era of the green transportation revolution. In the past decade, they've gone from avant-garde curiosities to mainstream objects seen in parking lots everywhere. So, hybrid car anyone?

Hadi Setiadi is a WWF supporter and actively promotes green environment campaign. He likes music and he writes about musical instrument equipment [http://www.leatherguitarstraps.info] in his website www.leatherguitarstraps.info [http://www.leatherguitarstraps.info].

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Concept motorcycle design by Jessada Sutthi

Jessada on cghub. Check out Jessada's ships as well as robots and tanks.



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