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Selling Your Car - What Time is Best?

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It's a well known fact that car prices fluctuate wildly throughout the year. They can be influenced by a whole host of things the weather, the season, public events, even celebrities. In order to get the best price for a car, you need to sell it at the right time. The question is, how can you ever know when the right time to sell a particular car might be? Fortunately, there are some tell tale signs that you can use to make sure that you'll get the best possible price for your vehicle. Here are some of the questions that you must ask yourself before you decide to sell. Is The Car Paid For? You are advised to find out whether or not you are 'upside down' on the loan you used to pay for the vehicle. If you paid for your car using cash this isn't an issue, but if you paid using credit it can be a big problem. For example, you buy a new car for a total of £35,000. After three years you decide to sell it. Your payoff on the loan is still £15,000, but your car is ...

GET THE BEST FROM YOUR CAR

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One of the most crucial things that you consider when you go to the showroom to check for a car to buy is the luxury and comfort it offers you. This is in the bid to get the best from your car. The fact is that a car is probably one of your hefty investments which make it one to think about it. There are many ways you can ensure you get the best from your car in terms of luxury and comfort. Some will apply to the moment when you are buying a new car and others will apply to making sure that your old car is still bliss to drive in. If you have been inside a car that troubled you in terms of comfort, then you would understand the state that you do not want your car to be in. Most of the cars in their new state will look very nice and more so feel comfortable and luxurious. As the car grows older, parts begin to fall apart and the former glory of the car also fades. You need to know that it is possible to keep your car as luxurious and as comfortable as possible. Before you make any maj...

5 Components of Motocross racing

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Motocross racing is an exciting thing for many people, but it is important to understand that there are going to be certain risks involved with the sport. If you are interested in motocross racing, then you will need to take a look at what the various components of the sport are. Racing itself can of course be an exciting and exhilarating process, but at the same time there is going to be a huge amount of risk involved. The sport itself is inherently dangerous and therefore it is important that you are prepared for this. It is going to mean taking a look at your medical insurance to ensure that you will be able to cover a range of different issues that can arise. Safety Gear This is one of the first things that you will need to think about. A helmet, a pair of gloves and a pair of boots are just some of the safety components that you are going to require when you decide to do motocross racing. Always make sure that you get safety gear that is of good quality as well, as this can ...

Toyota Avensis for Sale - With European Characterization and Japanese materials

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Toyota Avensis is a good looking family car having Japanese engines and spare parts that were assembled in UK since it was first introduced. Not only in UK but the car has earned actual fame in every corner of the world due to lot of luxurious appeal in its designs and technical aspects as well. There are three body trims available in the range. The design and engine expansions are divided in to three generations. A car in the Japanese Used Car industry with Japanese tough materials and European design marks is the best opportunity available for people of developing countries who dream of a sedan just like Avensis. When we take a look at the models of the car it is hard to believe that Toyota Avensis for sale is offering a clear possibility for them as well. Valuable Specification of Toyota Avensis from each generation It is an official reality that Toyota Avensis was a new name given to Carina E that was already a success in the Europe. What is similar between the cars were on...

Learning New BMW Models and their rising popularity in South Africa

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Residents of Cape Town and its surrounding suburbs who are looking to buy a new used car can choose from the great rage of BMWs that can be found for sale over the internet. The German car manufacturer have, over recent years, produced a stunning range of models from sports cars and saloons to modern, chunky, yet sophisticated 4 x 4s. A BMW is universally accepted as being one of the best cars in the world, and as such they are much sought after. The build quality is superb, and if well looked after and kept in good condition, they also hold their value better than most other used cars. It?s one of the main reasons that a used BMW in Cape Town is one of the most popular choices for people on the lookout for a quality second hand car. Despite popular opinion amongst BMW enthusiasts, the letters BMW do not stand for Best Motorcar in the World. They stand for something much more plain and boring, namely Bayerische Motoren Werke, or in plain English - Bavarian Motor Works. The Germ...

A Brief Account on Car Dealerships in Lancaster tx

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Just buying a car is not a smart action. It is only when you purchase a car with all kind of facilities, it becomes good purchase. Car Dealerships in Lancaster tx can present you with all the best offers. You can get all types of car here with the latest models. All the cars are fresh pieces without any kind of defects. Dealership of cars in Lancaster has gained its popularity over the years. However, if an individual approaches a wrong dealer, fraudulent activities may take place. Therefore, one should be careful while approaching a car dealer. Many people previously used to think that purchasing a car is a luxury. However, it is not the case now. Car today has become of the basic needs. With new models coming up each, the availability of cars has increased. Depending of the number of members in a family, a car can be purchased. If the family is small, then one should go for a small car rather than a big one. Texas has a comprehensive network of car dealership. This has been designe...

6 Best Car Models Released in 2012

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The automotive industry has experienced a significant upswing in 2012. Several automakers have introduced striking new models, injecting new excitement for buyers. Here are the six best car models released in 2012 1. Toyota Camry Hybrid The Toyota Camry Hybrid has been completely redesigned to attract younger buyers who wanted a sportier look. It also has a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine and an electric drive motor that provides 200 hp. The improved braking system helps the Hybrid achieve an astounding 41 mpg in combined driving and 10 mpg in city driving, according to Edmunds.com. The suspension has been improved for better handling. The Camry Hybrid is considered a great choice for a family car, Edmunds.com says. 2. Hyundai Sonata New engines and revamped interior and exterior designs have brought this Korean model to the top of the pack. The Sonata features a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine or a 2.4-liter or 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine producing 198 hp for an impres...

Motor Sports, Demon Tweeks and the Modern Hobbyist: Preparing the Vehicle for Racing

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The world is full of motor sports enthusiasts racers; detailers; and car preparation geeks whose central joy is the creation and performance of surprising machines. There's a lot of colour and power in these quite focused worlds, all of which have their own shorthand and their own special vehicles. Places like Demon Tweeks (and this is not the only one, by far), which supply the materials and the knowhow to serve the race enthusiasts, exist at the heart of the hobbyist's world. To understand the products provided by the hobbyist centres, you first have to understand something about the world in which they exist. There are two core concepts at the heart of the racing world: speed and safety. Speed is the ultimate goal of all racing preparation. It is, in itself, served by a nested set of sub-concepts all goals that the detailer or tuner wishes to achieve in order to serve the overall prize of attaining greater speeds without sacrificing safety. Performance, for example, wh...

2012 BMW M6 Convertible

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Base Price: $115,295 As-Tested Price: $125,595 Drivetrain: four.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8; RWD, seven-speed dual-clutch serial manual Output: 560 horsepower @ vi,000 rpm, five hundred lb-ft @ one,500-5,750 rpm Curb Weight: four,508 lb Fuel Economy (EPA City/Highway/Combined): 14/20/16 mpg AWObserved Fuel Economy: fifteen.5 mpg Options: govt package together with heated handwheel, soft-close automatic doors, active front seats, full LED lights automatic high beams, head-up show, satellite radio with annual subscription, smartphone integration, BMW apps ($4,900); black merino sheep animal skin ($3,500); driver-assistance package together with lane-departure warning, active blind-spot detection, aspect and top-view cameras ($1,900) From the skin, this generation of BMW's huge M6 is way prettier than the last one. And it is not simply because the last one might need been the ugliest automotive that BMW has ever sold-out. No, this is often a genuinely sensib...

Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCI

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This is the all-new, second-generation Kuga, Ford's mid-size SUV. As before, it's supported Focus underpinnings, however the massive news is that it replaces each Europe's Kuga and also the utterly completely different and long-established Escape SUV within the United States of America thence it's the Escape within the United States of America. It's a troublesome equalization act: the Escape incorporates a name as a durable, direct, sensible SUV. The Kuga is a lot of of a classy crossover. It's a great deal a logo of Ford's One Ford global-car policy: the platform is built in Cologne, the powertrain in Dagenham and also the higher body and interior in port. It'll be in-built urban center, America, and Valencia, Spain. There square measure a selection of 2 one.6-litre turbocharged Ecoboost petrols with 148bhp or 177bhp, each putt out a similar 177lb linear unit and 2 a pair of.0-litre turbodiesels with 138bhp/236lb linear unit and 161bhp/251lb linea...

The Audi A1 Sportback 1.4 TFSI Sport

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The Audi A1 Sportback 1.4 TFSI Sport is, as you’d hope with a badge that options the word ‘Sport’ not once however double, the sportiest version of the German brand’s smallest automotive. It’s additionally the foremost valuable, cost accounting from $42,500, tho' as a typical premium little automotive there square measure still various ways that to expand your final bill. Following the trend set by the likes of the mini hatch and edict five hundred, the Audi A1 Sportback 1.4 TFSI Sport is filled with choices and style alterations covering each interior and exterior, giving people management over however their A1 can look provided they’re willing to get it. From different roof colors and totally different wheels, to S line tweaks applied within and out, there’s no shortage of selections once buying this flagship of the four-metre-long Audi. Our Misano red check automotive wore a superb black roof ($720) and half polished 17-inch alloy wheels ($400), however passed over on padd...

2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed

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2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed On Sale: November Price: $217,725 Drivetrain: Twin-turbo, 616-hp, 590-lb-ft W12; awd, eight-speed automatic w/ torque converter Curb Weight: 5115 pounds 0-60 mph: 4.0 seconds, (mfg.) Fuel Efficiency: 13 city/20 hwy/15 combined The Bentley Continental GT Speed is the fastest production Bentley ever made, with a top speed of 205 mph. How fast was the second-fastest Bentley ever made? The 2009 Continental Supersports went 204. The 2007 Continental GT Speed went 202. So we're splitting hairs to some degree but the hairs are all on very fast heads. Granted, you're not likely to ever find a place where you could actually go that fast, but it's nice to know you could and to be able to throw out the 205 figure and the phrase "fastest ever" when you're talking about your car. The first Bentley Speed appeared in 1923 as the Bentley 3.0-liter "Speed Model." That one used twin SU carburetors and higher compressi...

Facebook for iOS updated and optimized for speed

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Facebook has answered the pleas of millions of mobile users with the release of a new application for iOS. The social network has finally addressed the most glaring issue of the company's iPhone and iPad applications: speed. Facebook 5.0 for iOS dropped on the App Store today, and the new version amounts to a complete do-over. The application looks essentially the same, but it's now twice as fast in three areas: launching the app, scrolling through the News Feed, and opening photos in feed. "As you scroll down your news feed, all your friends' stories appear faster than ever. A banner lets you know when new stories come in, and you can tap once to immediately see the latest updates," iOS product manager Mick Johnson said in a blog post on the update. The photo opening experience has been transformed from painfully slow to nearly instantaneous. Users can now tap a photo to open it right away and pull down to close the photo just as quickly. Notifications shou...

Do Higher Fines Really Work to Reduce Your Speed?

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The government is planning to increase speeding fines by more than 66 per cent from £60 to £100. At a time when many people in the UK are experiencing financial hardship, the proposal has puzzled many motoring experts. Excessive Speed Speed is one of the main causes of injury on roads throughout Britain. Claims for whiplash compensation often result from accidents in which motorists have driven too closely to others at excessive speeds and government officials are keen to reduce the impact of compensation claims on the UK economy. Curbing speed, it is thought, should help to reduce accident rates. Deterrent or Disingenuous? Justice Secretary Ken Clarke estimates that raising fines for speeding motorists will generate an additional £30 million every year. The money, he argues, could be used to compensate crime victims. However, a victim's surcharge of £15 is already levied on offenders who are fined in court and there has been no suggestion that the surcharge will be altered t...

BMW M135i Sports Hatch Sport Auto

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Price: £31,595 0-62mph: 4.9sec Top speed: 155mph (limited) Economy: 37.7mpg combined CO2: 175g/km Kerbweight: 1500kg Engine: 6-cyls, in-line, 2979cc, petrol turbo Installation: Longitudinal Power: 316bhp at 5800rpm Torque: 332lb ft at 1300-4500rpm (with overboost) Gearbox: 8-spd automatic A mix of dry and damp, tight bends and a narrow road should be challenge enough for a hot hatch with 316bhp to spill from its rear wheels. And if that sounds like a temptingly reckless number then you'd be right it's only 19bhp down on the output of the lately departed 1M Coupe, and the M135i's 320lb ft of torque is identical. If it comes with the optional eight-speed paddle shifter of our test car, the 135i will zoom-flick, zoom-flick, zoom-flick through the gears to 62mph in just 4.9sec. Go for the six-speed manual and the time actually rises to 5.1sec because its wider spread of ratios are less speedily swapped. Either way, this new three-door 1-series is eag...

2012 SLP GMC Sierra 1500 4WD Crew Cab SLT

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After four days in this truck I began to feel something of an appreciation for how Genghis Khan must have felt as he charged into unsuspecting villages. The 450 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque were intoxicating in this pickup, and the whine of the supercharger was a quick way to bring a smile to my face. While docile under normal driving conditions, when dipping into the WEP War Emergency Power of the supercharger, the truck became even more enjoyable. While the truck is no slouch, given its weight, the additional height from the off-road suspension and its oversize wheels, it feels much faster than a normal Sierra, but not as insanely quick as one would hope with the additional power of forced induction. The TVS 1900 supercharger kit for the 5.3-liter gives you instant power when you tromp on the loud pedal. And loud it is, because with the addition of SLP exhaust tips, the truck has a burble and growl that makes a great addition to something with a high ride height and badges that say ...

Tesla's Model S Sets a New Standard for Battery

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Top Speed: 130 mph Range: 300 miles Seats: Five adults, two children Price: $77,400 Until now, there hasn't been an all-electric car fit for road-tripping. But Tesla's Model S, due out late in 2012, is made for extended drives. Its battery goes up to 300 miles on a charge. Its cabin is spacious enough for seven passengers. And it can get up to cruising speed fast the Model S accelerates from 0 to 60 in 5.6 seconds. BIGGER BATTERY At 85 kilowatt-hours, the Model S boasts more than triple the battery capacity of the Nissan Leaf. Its thousands of lithium-ion cells use a new electrode chemistry from Panasonic, which could allow them to store more power than other comparably sized cells. FAST CHARGE Tesla plans to install proprietary 440-volt charging stations (first along the I-5 Corridor between Los Angeles and San Francisco) built to match up with the Model S's circuitry. They will provide a full charge in an hour. Standard chargers will require a full night. ...