Oct 24, 2011

ADAC Winter Tire Test 2011 German Automobile Club – ADAC has tested over the last three years nearly 100 winter tires. See which are the scores received in this ADAC tire test. The Germans from ADAC made their winter tire test in seven different sessions. One of the test session was dedicated to all-season tires. The tests focused on the most common sizes: 175/65R14 T, 175/65R14 T all season, 195/65R15 T, 185/60 R14 T, 185/65 R15 T, 205/55 R16 H, 225/45 R17 H. The most recent tests were those for the size 175. In this winter tire test, nine of them obtained a good rating, being given by ADAC only for the excellent products. 18 winter tires were rated satisfactory, two have received adequate and there was a weak qualifier. Especially for this winter tire test ADAC has also introduced the very good qualifying, but no winter tire obtain this note. ADAC Winter Tire Test Ratings The tires from the ADAC Winter Tire Test which have obtained the good qualifier offer an excellent balance of performance. Some have excelled in fuel efficiency, others in handling on the wet surfaces. ADAC scoring system involves small numbers good results and large numbers for bad results. To get very good, a tire must obtain an average of 1.5 points. For good 2.5 points for satisfactory 3.5 points and for adequate 4.5 points. Winter Tire Test – 175/65 R14 T All-Season Tire Test – 175/65 R14 T Winter Tire Test – 195/65 R15 T Buy cheap winter tires here For all the tire configurations from the winter tire test made by ADAC in the past years (185/60 R14 T (2009), 185/65 R15 T...

Sep 27, 2011

The automotive world changes. Electric cars appear and the industry struggles to adapt to a world economy increasingly unstable. Here is what changes can we expect in the near future and how it will look the automotive world in 2025. According to a study conducted by Roland Berger Strategy Consultants, the automotive world will radically change in the next 15 years. The consulting firm has talked to 60 experts from auto industry and identified 10 trends which the automotive world will follow in the coming years. Changes in the global economy, political issues and changes in the public preferences will change the automotive industry. Here are the 10 trends: 1. Moving towards Asia The car production will move drastically to the Asian continent. China and other Asian countries didn’t feel the global crisis and the economic growth rate is still high. In addition, labor is cheap. Consultants and industry experts consider that almost 300,000 auto jobs in Europe will be sacrificed. The first signs are already visible: Nissan Micra production was moved from Europe to India. It is possible in the near future that Opel will move all the SUV production or even lower class (Corsa) in South Korea. 2. Small cars are gaining ground The mini car segment will grow. These are more environmentally friendly, are more practical in urban agglomerations, easier to park and cheaper to maintain. Demand for personal mobility will increase, and the car segment A/B is a good answer. In the coming years, small and very small cars will increase in all markets, even in the United States. The...

Sep 18, 2011

BMW Motorrad presented concept of an electric motorcycle at Frankfurt Motor Show 2011, intended for commuters. BMW Concept e is loaded in three hours at a 110-volt outlet and has an autonomy of 100 km. The Motorcycle Division of BMW Group, BMW Motorrad, has developed an electric commuting motorcycle. This concept is called E and has an autonomy of 100 km while providing performance equal to a motorcycle of 400 or 500 cc and similar size. Just as with conventional motorcycles, the BMW Concept e has a telescopic front suspension and a rear suspension with single sided swing arm, keeping the tradition of BMW in this matter. BMW Concept e Wallpaper Gallery BMW Concept e looks pretty good, combining the familiar lines that we have seen so far at BMW motorcycles with futuristic lines. The neon green panels emphasizes environmental intentions of Concept e and give it a futuristic note, being intelligent integrated into the design of this model. Another futuristic element of BMW Concept e is the lack of side mirrors, removed with a set of video cameras and sensors. The rider has two LCDs in the cockpit, in which he sees the images from cameras. In addition, the two LCDs provide information about autonomy, battery status and more. The ecological BMW Concept e scooter does not have a production version,...

Sep 12, 2011

A dated car is pretty much a clunker on several levels:  it doesn’t have its charming good looks from its heyday, it doesn’t run as well as it used to, and you need to make repairs and/or replacements quite often.  If you’re looking to revitalize your vehicle using some aftermarket upgrades, consider several of the suggestions provided by this article.  Though there’s no real way to make your car brand new again, you can achieve like-new or customized quality, so long as you’re creative in the ways you modify your vehicle. Start with Lighting This may not seem like the key area to focus on when attempting to improve your vehicle’s looks and performance, lighting actually has a great deal to do with both.  Using HID headlights instead of halogen ones will result in car headlights that last longer, emit brighter light, and shine in their customized colors.  HIDs also provide a driver with improved peripheral vision.  Tail light changes make an impact as well, so consider using LED tail lights, or even adding a third brake light. Move on to the Body Dents, scrapes, and damage of any kind can really make an otherwise solid car look absolutely too old and worn out to drive.  Fortunately, many of these kinds of issues are of a cosmetic nature.  Using a full body kit, or a series of well-placed exterior accessories (think:  brand new front grille and bold new car doors), any driver can make the shell of the car look like new.  These types of upgrades aren’t always necessary, but if a simple paint job won’t do the trick, some of these body upgrades...

Aug 10, 2011

In the last 5 years it is estimated that more than 26% of all drivers have been involved in a car accident. The very sad part of this car accident statistic is that the most common of all causes is completely preventable! Avoiding car accidents is really a matter of remembering to perform the basics. After driving for any length of time without an accident most drivers begin to rely on instinct and the assurance that they are a good driver and know it all. Unfortunately that may not be the case at all, they may have just been lucky. After having a dreadful car accident that is caused by someone else’s negligence, most people wonder how much compensation that they will get. Although the amount of compensation for each injury varies dramatically, a compensation calculator could give the victim an approximate idea of the amounts that are commonly awarded for different types of injury in different parts of the body. Note that it is difficult to estimate the amount of the compensation that you will receive by just depending on the compensation calculator after you file a car accident compensation claim to recover damages. Thus, the most difficult to estimate is the amount that you will get for a head injury without knowing the accident circumstances and the severity of the injury. Hence, the amount of compensation that you will get will be based on your personal circumstances. It is always best to consult or hire a solicitor who could help you in processing your personal injury claim form to calculate the possible compensation that you will be able to receive if the claim is...

Jul 15, 2011

Car accidents are one of the most harmful things that happen every day in society. Ask anyone and chances are they know someone that has been in one. Many of them were lucky to come out with only a minor surprise, while others end up weeks in the hospital and others dead. Here are a few reasons that explain why car accidents happen: distracted drivers, drunk driving and without alertness, doing things while driving, driver fatigue, aggressive driving and speeding, not enough experience, things on the road. An accident can happen to anyone. If you have been involved in an accident and have suffered a personal injury, either physically or psychologically, you may have the legal right to obtain compensation for your injuries, loss of wages and other financial loses. Accidents involving cars or vehicles of any kind whether you think you are at fault or not should be discussed with a solicitor to get a true picture of possible compensation. When you make a compensation claim, there’s no need to spend lots of cash on solicitors’ fees. By using No Win No Fee solicitors you won’t have to pay your solicitor’s fees until you get your compensation payout, and even then the other side has to pay it, meaning you get 100% of your compensation. No Win No Fee means that whether you win or lose your case you should not have to pay any legal fees. This is because, in no win no fee claims, the solicitors will recover their legal fees from the person responsible for your injuries. No win no fee claims agreement was first introduced to the UK in 1995 under solicitors...