Automobile - An Inseparable Part Of Our Life

 by Anthony Mendonza

 Around the world, there were about 806 million cars and light trucks on the road in and the engines of these burns over a billion cubic meters of petrol/gasoline and diesel fuel yearly. Today car is not considered luxury by most it has become a necessity.

Finance companies and Loans and availability of used cars have made it more convenient to own. Can you imagine the world without any single automobile? It's impossible to even imagine world without automobiles.

The first working steam-powered vehicle was designed by Ferdinand Verbiest, in China around 1672. It was a 65 cm-long scale-model toy for the Chinese Emperor.

Then somewhere in 1752, Leonty  Shamshurenkov, a Russian peasant, constructed a human-pedaled four-wheeled "auto-running" carriage, and subsequently proposed to equip it with odometer and to use the same principle for making a self-propelling sledge.
But the large-scale, production manufacturing of affordable automobiles was debuted by Ransom Olds at his Oldsmobile factory in 1902 based on the assembly line techniques pioneered by Marc Isambard Brunel.

Today's well known automobile manufactures around the World are Toyota, GM, Volkswagen, Ford, Nissan, Honda, PSA, Suzuki, Renault, Fiat, Daimler AG, Chrysler, BMW. Total of 77,743,862 automobiles were manufactured together by all for year 2010 as per records. These 4wheels not only drives our lives but the economies or the whole world in other words.

This is a great achievement as per economic growth, technology, development and living standards. But it is causing some serious bad effects to the nature globally, which we all are aware and concerned. Our Automobile manufacturers have already begun to manufacture vehicles with alternative powers or fuel which claim to be very low in harmful gas emissions. Rapid development is on to produce more eco- friendly and fuel efficient cars all over the world. New and better versions are added frequently.

Japan's contribution to automobile industry of the world started in 1960s with launch of new small cars in Japan. These small cars featured very small engines (from 360cc to 600cc) which kept taxes very low as compared to large cars. More and people in Japan could afford a car and brought about a boom in car demands in Japan market. Rapidly rising domestic demand and the expansion of Japanese car companies into foreign markets in the 1970s further accelerated growth.

During 1970s, and 1980s, the Japanese manufacturers like Mitsubishi and Honda gained a major foothold in the US and other world markets.  Export of Car was real high during this period. Japanese manufacturers produced very affordable, reliable, and popular cars throughout the 1990s, and Japan became the largest car producing nation in the world in 2000.

Some of the Hybrid cars on roads are Toyota Prius, Camry Hybrid, Highlander Hybrid, Volta, Sienna Hybrid, Hybrid X, A-BAT Concept Hybrid Pickup Truck, Nissan Altima Hybrid, Mazda Tribute Hybrid, Honda Civic Hybrid, Insight, Fit Hybrid, CR-Z Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, Mercedes ML 450 Hybrid, Mercedes S400 Blue Hybrid, BMW X6 Hybrid, BMW Active Hybrid 7.

Some of the electric vehicles on roads are: Nissan LEAF, Toyota RAV4-EV , Nissan ALTRA EV , Honda EV PLUS and more are on their way to be launched.

Go for the ECO-FRIENDLY automobiles and help save the Earth for our children.



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A Stranger to Off-roading

 by Hanna Serrano

 Being a fan of Range Rovers and Land Rovers has made me quite interested and curious about the sport, Off-roading. Though I have never once tried it myself I find myself planning to save enough money to pursue the hobby.

I have done numerous researches and have discovered cheaper truck models other than the luxury Rover vehicles. One of the best off-road vehicles according to an online article I have read is the all-new 2016 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X.

What impressed me about it, besides its tough look it is also equipped with a powerful 4-Liter, 24-valve V6 Engine and it also comes with vital features such as a Bilstein shock absorbers and electronic locking rear differential. It can be bought for $32,340 USD.

Another off-road vehicle that I found interesting is the all-new 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Besides being a popular vehicle choice for adventurers, you may be happy to know that it is equipped with robust 285 horsepower, 3.6-Liter V6 engine. The Wrangler boasts of a patented Rock-Track, Four wheel Drive system that promises to make it easier to trek over harsh terrains such as large rocks and steep land inclines. The basic model is priced at $36,995.

The 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser is also included in the list of the best off-road vehicles for this year. The Japanese contender showcases a 381 horsepower, 5.7-Liter V8 Engine. It is made for different riding conditions and features multiple safety features like 10 airbags, found all over the vehicle and a Multi-terrain Monitor that makes it possible for the driver to check out the location's terrain for potential hazards. It is a navigation screen that displays, front, back and side camera views.

Besides considering the model of an off-roading vehicle that we should purchase, new off-roaders may find it interesting to join clubs that they can take part off. Offroaders is a website that offers a directory of different off-roading clubs and parks located in different cities all over the United States of America.

It is also very vital for drivers to know how to properly maintain an off-roading vehicle. Since it undergoes more wear and tear compared to ordinary cars, we should also know the best type of tires perfect for different types of vehicles and terrains. Many online stores like 4 Wheel Online, selling parts specializing for off-roading enthusiasts.

Since off-roading is an expensive hobby, be prepared to shelve out enough money for it. As I have previously mentioned, this type of vehicles are a lot more expensive than your regular car models. It is also important for us to have a trusty mechanic or service centers we can rely on to check out our vehicles before or after you go an adventure.

Besides being financially capable for it, you should have the heart for it. You must be prepared to encounter wild animals, cross bodies of water such as streams and lakes, encounter rocky and steep terrains and most of all, experience a flat tire and get lost in the middle of nowhere.



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Finding The Most Environmental Friendly Cars

by Yoshiharu Warashina

 Transportation vehicles produce most of the key chemicals that pollute the air, causing smog and health problems. Air quality is poorest in developing industrial nations. Global warming is also related to automotive exhaust emissions. Greenhouse gases trap heat and contribute to global warming.

So today's most important concern is to find a most fuel efficient and environmental friendly car for better life today and tomorrow. Auto makers around the world are busy producing new and improved models of car using alternative fuel to reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Eco friendly cars like flex fuel models, hybrid electric and electric cars, hydrogen vehicles and solar should take the roads commercially to save the Earth.
Hybrid and Electric cars are already on roads. These cars are a blessing for reduction of environmental pollution, less fuel consumption and making the world a better place to live in.

Today's  most popular hybrid cars like  Honda Civic, Honda Insight and Toyota Prius have surpassed the expected reduction levels that means recommended levels suggested for a typical passenger vehicle should be equal to 5.5 metric tons of carbon dioxide as per EPA, but these hybrid vehicles producing 4.1, 3.5, and 3.5 tons shown a major improvement in carbon dioxide emissions. Hybrid vehicles can reduce air emissions of smog-forming pollutants by up to 90% and cut carbon dioxide emissions to half.

Electric cars are gaining popularity in recent years due to ever increasing oil prices and environment pollution going higher too.  Electric vehicles are the only and most desired transportation to keep both in control for present and future. Honda EV PLUS, Nissan ALTRA EV,  Nissan LEAF, Toyota RAV4-EV, BMW 5-Series , Audi A8 and many more to come. Nissan LEAF was named 2011 World Car of the Year at the New York International Auto Show, beating BMW 5-Series and the Audi A8 for the top spot as the 100% zero-emission car. This 5-seater, 5-door hatchback is the world's first, purpose-built, mass-produced electric car. It has a range of over 100 miles on a full charge claims Nissan, takes around 8 hours to recharge using 220-240V power supply and produces zero tailpipe emissions.

Rapid development is on to produce more eco- friendly and fuel efficient cars all over the world. New and better versions are added frequently. These cars are expensive as compare to the petrol or diesel cars and unaffordable for majority of populations. Most people understand the need to switch to new alternates but this high cost and lack of infrastructure is a drawback. Little that we can do is use less "accelerator" while driving. Using smaller compact cars when possible, Use your car air conditioners sparingly, Keeping the windows shut while on highway drive, Keeping the gas tank little empty, proper maintenance and overhauling of your car can do a lot.

Find a used hybrid or other eco friendly car to replace your present one. Today many used hybrids are available at much lower price in Japan.
Many used car exporters in Japan can provide most fuel efficient and eco friendly cars from Japan at reasonable prices.



Yoshiharu Warashina is CEO of Fujiyama Trading Co. Ltd., Japan Used Car Exporter. Sri Lanka is one of the leading importers of used Japanese cars and government allows imports under different permits. Please visit for import quality used cars from Japan : http://www.JapanCarAccess.com.

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