As this is one of the first postings to this site, I'd thought that I would share with you my thoughts and ideas about the Honda BlackBird. After all, this is the bike that I currently own and love, and have had two of in the past.Take a look at one of the first released Honda BlackBirds from the later part of 1996, parked beside one of Hondas final released in 2007, and you'll be hard pressed to spot any real difference.On the surface, both...more
Fast lubes have several choices when it comes to purchasing a safe step stool for their shops. Let's look at a couple of the step stools to see which will work best for your fast lube shop. It doesn't matter if your fast lube is a Jiffy Lube, Kwik Kar Lube or a Valvoline Instant Oil Change facility, the problem is the same, "How can you get the safest step stool for your shop?"Would you like legs with that?Look at the step stool that you have...more
Aston Martin launch this year it's fastest ever production convertible. Aston Martin's 16th convertible in 95 years, the DBS Volante. The Aston Martin DB9 was conceived and designed, from the outset, as both a Coupe and a convertible (Volante). This uncompromising approach is typical of the whole DB9 engineering philosophy. Aston Martin's newest convertible has drawn together learning taken from the engineering of previous soft-top cars has resulted in the Aston Martin DBS Volante possessing Aston Martin's quietest and most refined roof system to date. When raised, the fabric roof is insulated with a layer of Thinsulate material relieving cabin noise and protecting the inhabitants from the elements. The hood, which mirrors the lines of the DBS Coupe, lowers in just 14 seconds and can be activated at speeds of up to 30 mph at the touch of a button.The roof effortlessly stows below the newly-sculpted tonneau cover which has been redesigned to enhance the muscular attributes of the DBS Volante. Housing the Roll-Over-Protection-System (ROPS) which deploys two roll bars in the event of the car rolling over, the rear humps lead your eye to the new carbon fiber deck lid which has been...more
With the current financial situation being what it is, people are facing up to the fact that they are going to have to tighten their belts and re-examine their budgets. This means that a great number of people will have to greatly reduce the amount of luxuries and non-essential items they buy and this means that many leisure and fun activities will...more
There is no doubt that brake pads are one of the most common types of braking products available on the market place today and their popularity is due to a number of key reasons. With the current financial crisis causing many people to question their ability to spend money on unnecessary products, the wide range of pricing options available for the...more
Frankly speaking, it is the Cayenne that compels me to use the word vehicle in conjunction with Porsche. Before the introduction of the Cayenne, Porsche only used to manufacture cars. Thus, this model signifies a significant shift in the designing paradigm of Porsche. The Cayenne has the first V8 engine built by Porsche since the discontinuation of the 928 in 1995.The model rangeThe Cayenne range, although relatively new, can be divided into two stages of development. The range manufactured from 2002 to 2006 is called the 1st generation Cayenne while the vehicles since have been known as the 2nd generation. The differences between the two are listed below.•Porsche Cayenne 1st generationEngine(s) 3.2 L 250 hp VR64.5 L 340 hp (254 kW) V8 (S)4.5 L 450 hp (336 kW) V8 (Turbo)4.5 L 521 hp (389 kW) V8 (Turbo S)Transmission(s) 6-speed automatic6-speed manualWheelbase 2855 mm (112.4 in)Length 4780 mm (188.2 in)Turbo 4783 mm (188.3 in)Width 1928 mm (75.9 in)Height 1700 mm (66.9 in)•Porsche Cayenne 2nd generationEngine(s) 3.0L 335 hp (250 kW) V6 Turbo Diesel3.6L 290 hp (216 kW) VR64.8 L 385 hp (287 kW) V8 (S)4.8 L 405 hp (302 kW) V8 (GTS)4.8 L 500 hp (370 kW) V8 (Turbo)4.8 L 550 hp (410 kW)...more
The titan of the United States auto industry has taken the smart and predictable path. On June 1, 2009, General Motors filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to reorganize its finances. The question is what this means for NASCAR. General Motors...more
Temperature controlled vehicles or the refrigerated vans are very useful vehicles in certain cases. If you need to hire a refrigerated van, you should hire one that is most modern, clean and well maintained. Here follows the necessary steps you...more
There are some parts of your car that you use every day. You will be very familiar with these and know a lot about them. However the car that you buy is expected to serve you all days of the year. That means it has to be able to do its job of getting...more
When you choose to spend on your car after you have bought it, you will be faced with a choice of buying products that improve the looks or buying products that improve the performance. With a limited budget you may feel you will be able to manage...more
Check out the New 2009 Mighty Muscular Mahindra Scorpio with Micro Hybrid Technology http://www.mahindrascorpio.comMahindra & Mahindra, the leader in utility vehicles in India, has taken the initiative to introduce the path breaking FuelSmart System...more
As the cost of vehicle repairs seems to skyrocket, the salvage yards in Texas have a way to soften the blow. Quality used auto parts are available at these auto recyclers for just about every make and model on the road today, and the prices are...more