Archive for May, 2009
Automotive Trade Show Sema 2008 Cool Cars Attract Attention
If you had been thinking about the different hot and cool cars at SEMA 2008 the most happening automotive trade show you don’t need to go searching the webpages now. SEMA 2008 that was held between Nov 04 to Nov 07 was organized at Las Vegas Convention Center las Vegas Nevada USA.
There were a number of vehicles on show at this auto trade show. This post gives a glimpse of different cars with unique features and attractive looks that were exhibited at SEMA.
Chrysler “Hollywood”
Chrysler came up with this eye catching car at SEMA. This Chrysler’s “Hollywood” has 300 rides and a 136inch wheelbase amp; 18inches over the stock dimensions. With the look of 1920′s cars this Chrysler display had suicidestyle rear doors.
Rice Fink
Aren’t You awe struck with this amazing design. This one from Ed “Big Daddy” Roth definitely turned the heads on because of the cartoons and wild cars design. Completely original in look this car had cartoon created by Roth’s signature character CRat Fink”.
Superlift Jeep
Now that is something ‘Super’. This Jeep displayed at SEMA has the unusual look. With huge wheels amp; tires and attractive olive drab green color this jeep did manage to steal limelight at the auto trade show. One of the best looking and toughest jeep at SEMA 2008 this Superlift Jeep has a diesel engine swap. The other features of this Superlift Jeep are beefier drivetrain components and AEV Brute pickup conversion body. Don’t you get the feel to try a hands on the steering of this Superlift Jeep?
These cars with unique looks kept attracting a huge number of visitors. Obviously the reason remained their cool designs unique features amusing colors or color combination. And if you are a big car or auto fan I will bring some more car snaps and their features that are sure to set your pulse racing. Till then take care.
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Automobile Batteries Automobiles Also Depend On It
Just like human body needs a heart to work automobiles also depend on their indispensable part batteries which make them run. There are many other parts in a human body and a heart which can make both these bodies work but incompletely as they are the requisites. A minor problem can become a major problem in just no time putting you at a lifetime risk in both the cases whether its a car or a human being.
In literal words the foremost function of an Automobile Battery is to supply electrical energy to the motor and controlling the ignition system of an automobile. Its main function is to provide power to the vehicles starter. Usually it is referred to as SLI battery starting lightning and ignition it powers the motor lights the head and tail lamps and ignites the engine.
The three most important thing of an automotive battery are: amp/hour rating its chemistry and its voltage. Automobile batteries has two terminals positive and negative. Battery Acid is very corrosive and will eat through metal.
Automotive starter batteries are generally of leadacid type provide a minimum of 12volts. It works by connecting six galvanic cells which are in series. Each cell approximately provides 2.1 volts on a total of 12.6 volts. Leadacid batteries made up of lead plates and separate plates of lead oxide. These lead plates are submerged into an electrolyte solution of about 35 sulfuric acid and 65 water causing a chemical reaction that as a result releases electrons allowing them to flow through conductors to produce electricity. When the battery starts discharging the acid of the electrolyte reacts with the materials of the plates changing their surface to lead sulfate.
Its different types
Lead acid batteries the different construction technique depends upon the application of the battery. The Flood cell batteries which indicate liquid electrolyte are more commonly used in todays time. AGM or Absorbed glass mat battery is without liquid electrolytes and is gradually gaining acceptance by the SLI users.
Batteries specified with SLI systems deliver a heavy current and has a low degree of discharge on each use. They constitute of many thin plates which are separated by thin separators and have a higher specific gravity electrolyte which reduces internal resistance. Deepcycle batteries have fewer thicker plates and have a greater depth of discharge on each cycle but do not provide high current on heavy loads.
Use and Maintenance
Batteries having lead batteries require regular watering up to maintain the water amount which was lost due to electrolysis on each charging cycle. More recent designs have lower water loss unless overcharged. Modern car batteries do not need much of maintenance and many a times do not provide caps for addition of water to the cells. These batteries have extra electrolyte above the plates which allows loss during the battery life.
Batteries should be charged timely if stored to retain their capacity. Stored batteries should be fully charged and cleaned of corrosion deposits and should be put in a dry environment for its longevity. During winter season a charger should be used to keep it topped. The cables should be attached securely and vent hose routed properly.
Automobiles Battery the most indispensable part of two wheelers or fourwheelers should be taken care of properly. Without which your assets are incomplete.
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Audi History
Audi Servicing And Maintaining Engineering Excellence
Audi a reputation built on engineering innovation and quality
As an experienced driver you know the importance of keeping your Audi in tiptop condition. Regular car servicing will extend your car’s life and identify defects before they become catastrophic.
When you consider the history of Audi and how the Company has built its global reputation for quality and performance booking an Audi service that is conducted with care and precision is vitally important in retaining the characteristics of this prestige car.
Audi facts you may not know
Audi is one of Germany’s oldest car manufacturers with the Audi name originating in 1910 as Audiwerke GmbH.
Audi began in 1889 when August Horch established A Horch amp; Cie and launched the first Horch car in 1901. In 1904 the company issued shares in order to raise capital for expansion but this ultimately led to August Horch leaving the company in 1909 following a dispute with the board.
Horch set up a new company in 1909 and created the Audi brand in 1910 under his new company Audiwerke GmbH. The Audi name is the Latin translation for Horch that in English means hark.
The Audi brand was created because Horch lost a legal dispute with his former company on the use of the Horch name.
In 1912 Audiwerke test drove their first car the Wanderer which had a four cylinder engine. After successful trials the car went into production in 1913 and in 1914 Audi won the Alpine Challenge Trophy one of the most famous races of the era.
In 1921 Audi launched the first German manufactured left hand drive car the Audi Type K. The improved driver visibility meant that left hand drive cars became well established by the end of the decade.
In 1928 the Audi name was effectively bought by J S Rasmussen who acquired a majority shareholding in Audiwerke AG. Four years later Audi merged with four other German car manufacturers from the Saxony area. Audi DKW Horch and Wanderer all became Auto Union AG in 1932. The larger company was able to supply passenger vehicles across the market from motorcycles to luxury saloons.
The Audi logo consisting of four rings symbolised the joining of these four historic names in German motor manufacturing.
However the Audi name was in danger of disappearing in postwar Germany. In the 1930′s Auto Union AG developed and produced military vehicles and during the Second World War civilian production was halted and the company exclusively manufactured military vehicles.
Postwar the Soviet administration dismantled the production plants of Auto Union in 1945 as reparations and in 1948 Auto Union AG was removed from the Commercial Register.
However backing by the Bavarian government and Marshall Plan aid meant that the Audi name survived. In 1949 Auto Union GmbH Audi was formed in Ingolstadt and in 1950 the new company produced its first car the DKW Meisterklasse.
In 1958 DaimlerBenz acquired Auto Union and in 1966 the company was bought by Volkswagenwek AG and this saw production focused on the fourstroke engine as developed previously under DaimlerBenz. In 1965 this engine was married with the DKW F 102 and launched under the Audi name.
In 1968 the Audi 100 was launched. This quickly became a top seller amongst upper midsized cars and became the building block for a new Audi range. In 1972 the Audi 80 was launched.
The Audi 80 became a huge success and over one million were built within six years and its four cylinder engine was adopted by the Volkswagen Group.
In 1974 the Audi 50 was launched into the small car market. Six months later production synergies were exploited with the Volkswagen brand and the VW Polo was launched based on the Audi 50.
In 1980 the now famous Audi Quattro was launched as the first performance car with fourwheel drive.
The company officially became known as Audi AG in 1985 which is testimony to the success of the Audi brand.
Audi has a history of engineering innovation and quality and their designled strategy has enabled Audi to challenge BMW and Mercedes in today’s prestige car market.
Book your Audi service with confidence
So when you book your next Audi service you can be confident that Service A Car understands the heritage of Audi and conducts Audi servicing with the passion and precision the car deserves.
Happy motoring
Howard.
Chairman Service A Car
About the writer: Service A Car is the fastest growing independent car servicing specialist in the UK with a network of over 500 garages nationwide.