A is for Automobile

Thursday, June 01, 2006

Learning About Rental Cars

Traveling need not be worrisome for you. In fact, with rental cars available, you still can go about anywhere in your location far away from home.

To find rental cars, you can actually try looking for them through search engines or local directories. A quick tip though. There are many rental car centers found near airports. So that means, when your plane lands in the airport, you can easily locate a rental car office. Some companies who would book your plane and hotel for you could even include in booking a car of your choice for you as part of the whole deal.

Also keep in mind that you would be paying not only for just the rental rate. For rental car companies, they ask for airport surcharge. Of course, not all rental cars ask about that. You should also be able to present a full valid driving license as well as identification. For most companies they ask if you are at least 21 years old before they do provide you with a rental car.

These rental car companies charge you by the day and when it says a day it means 24 hours. If you are late in returning the vehicle, it would equate to additional charges.

During the holiday season, you should not be surprised if you find it difficult to find a rental car. This is because this is one season where many people are renting cars. So to be sure, always make reservations ahead of time. This means not only during the holiday season but every day of the year.

Monday, May 29, 2006

For The Car Lover

So you’re stumped, huh? Well, here are a couple of ideas that you can purchase and give as gifts to those car lovers you know.

Access roll top tonneau, air horns, aluminum grills, backseat organizers, battery saver, bedrug, car care products, CD visor organizer, front end hitch, garage accessories, grille guards, Hella lights, hitch basket carrier, leather cleaners, neon license plate frame, neon wires, mud flaps, pet barriers, pilot driving and fog lights, power inverters, racing pedals, roll bars, running boards, seat covers, service manuals, splash guards, soft top replacements, tie downs, towing mirrors, and wheel flares.
These may be something very ordinary but any car lover would surely love to get these items for they would not have to spend any more of their money on these items.

Friday, May 26, 2006

Take the Acura TL for a Ride

I’ve got a riddle. A new body. New aerodynamic features. It has got a 0.29 drag coefficient. What is it?

Yup. It is the Acura TL version for 2004. And yes, this is for the younger generations. You know why? Because it performs and it just shows a beautiful and wonderful type of appearance. Something that a person from the younger years would like to show off to his peers. And yes, to get the younger buyers’ attention, the Acura TL has got high technology gadgets and gizmos! And yes, these high tech thingies are very functional.
* Bluetooth access
* Hands free use of cellular phones and mobile phones
* A voice activated system
* A touch screen navigation system
* 3D solar sensing system
* a GPS navigation unit
* a functioning climate control system

And what more would a teenager want than a car that not only performs and is high tech? Well, this car offers something more! The Acura TL has got entertainment as part of the whole package.
* ELS DVD audio system
* DVD audio
* 5.1 digital stereo with six channels
* stereo surround
* eight speakers
* a stereo with XM satellite radio access

Speeding Up With the Mazda3

Two years ago, Mazda has been busy with its launch of the Mazda Mazda3. And yes, every effort they did was worth it. The result was a total vehicle that would make heads turn. No doubt about it. And if you’re asking if this would be just a new line of models, perhaps it could be. However, the company had to halt the Mazda Protégé series to make room for the Mazda3.

Upon its introduction, what does the Mazda3 boast of? Well, here are some:
* It looks high class and sophisticated.
* If you think Europe means sophistication and grace, then that is also what the Mazda3 has.
* It has been made available in a couple of options with regards to its body style. You can have it as a four door vehicle. Or you can also choose to purchase it as a hatchback with five doors.
* You want space? This vehicle has it. Graciously.
* It also has fat fender flares, an Alfa 147-esque rear, and a Mazda front end. What is the Mazda front end? Look at what a Mazda looks like from the front.
* Yes, it is dynamic, and delivers superbly.
* Elegant. Comfortable. Safe.
* Options include LED tail lights, a electroluminiscent backlit blue and red display, stereo, aero enhancements, a new grille, 17 inch wheels, and package upgrades like the Sports Appearance package.
* Available power sources? There’s the 2.0 liter engine that can produce some 148 units of horsepower. Also is the 2.3 liter engine with four cylinders that can produce 150 units of horsepower. The latter is used in the Mazda6!
* To assist performance is a five speed manual transmission system or a four speed automatic transmission system. The Mazda3 also gets help from a 11.8 inch front brake and a 11 inch rear disc brake.

Top 10 SUVs For Yahoo!

1. 2006 Hummer H3 SUV
* MSRP $28,935 - $28,935
* Invoice $26,620 - $26,620

2. 2006 BMW X5
* MSRP $42,500 - $71,100
* Invoice $38,855 - $64,880

3. 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
* MSRP $39,750 - $48,500
* Invoice $36,968 - $45,105

4. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
* MSRP $27,635 - $38,385
* Invoice $24,677 - $34,275

5. 2006 Scion xB
* MSRP $14,030 - $14,030
* Invoice $13,328 - $13,328

6. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
* MSRP $27,415 - $42,680
* Invoice $25,179 - $38,800

7. 2006 Honda CR-V
* MSRP $20,395 - $25,450
* Invoice $18,847 - $23,510

8. 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
* MSRP $33,030 - $39,290
* Invoice $29,561 - $35,198

9. 2006 Volvo XC90
* MSRP $36,075 - $46,400
* Invoice $33,954 - $43,651

10. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
* MSRP $56,085 - $69,085
* Invoice $51,037 - $62,867

Wednesday, May 24, 2006

2007 Toyota Camry

MSRP: $16,715 - $18,270

What are the 2007 Toyota Camry’s standard features?

5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive, Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering, Tilt Steering Column, Telescopic Steering Column, Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers, Independent Dual Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers, 24.2-mm Front Stabilizer Bar, Portable Media Player Audio Pre-Wiring, 12-Volt Battery, 2 Front Power Outlets, Braking & Traction, 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes, Front Power 296-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 281-mm Solid Disc Brakes, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags, Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters, Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt, Front and Rear Automatic Locking Retractors, Driver Knee Airbag, Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment, Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags, Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment, Front and Rear Crumple Zones, Front and Rear Outboard 3-Point Seatbelts, Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters, Side Guard Door Beams, Trunk Anti-Trap Device, Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Lockout, Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Engine Immobilizer, Remote Controls & Remote Releases, Panic Alarm, Rear 60/40 Folding Bench Seat With Manually Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Armrest, Cloth Seats, Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats With Driver Side Manually Adjusts 6-Ways Total, Passenger Side Manually Adjusts 4-Ways Total, Driver Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests, Lockable Glovebox, Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor, 2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total, Front Door Mounted Storage, Tire Pressure Monitor, Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Digital Clock, Cruise Control, Warning Lights Include Door Ajar and Electrical System, Maintenance Interval Indicator, Tachometer, Exterior Lighting, Daytime Running Lights, Halogen Headlights, AM/FM Radio With 160-Watts and 6 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player, Radio Antenna, Heating, Interior Air Filter, Manual Air Conditioning, Cloth Located On Doors, Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk, Compact Spare Tire, Steel Wheels, 16-In. X 6.5-In., SBRP215/60R16 94V, All-Season Tires, Power Window Lockout/Override, Dual Color-Keyed Power Adjustable Exterior Rearview Mirrors, Power Windows With Driver Side One-Touch Down, Rear Window Defroster, Dual Sunvisors, Intermittent Windshield Wipers, Front and Rear Color-Keyed Bumpers, Front Air Dam, Metallic Paint (If Selected)