Top Hybrid Cars of 2006

April 22nd, 2011 by admin No comments »

Due to the fluctuating nature of gas prices, many consumers have decided to invest in a hybrid car to help save money and ensure a predictable monthly budget. Prospective car buyers in the market for a used hybrid vehicle in New Jersey may want to check out the Honda Civic Hybrid and the 2006 Lexus RX 400h, two of the best selling, most energy-efficient cars manufactured in 2006.

Honda completely redesigned the Civic Hybrid in 2006, adding supplementary safety, performance and refinement features. New standard equipment includes side curtain airbags, front-seat airbags, four-channel anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and a telescoping steering wheel.

The ’06 Civic Hybrid is powered by Honda’s integrated motor assist system, which consists of a 1.3-liter V4 gas engine combined with an electronic motor and a continuously variable transmission, according to MSN Autos. The new powertrain is capable of producing 110 horsepower and is even more fuel efficient than the previous year’s model. Honda’s most popular hybrid gets 50 miles to the gallon in the city and on the highway. » Read more: Top Hybrid Cars of 2006

New Technologies For Auto Detailing

April 22nd, 2011 by admin No comments »

Auto detailing is the process of cleaning the interior, exterior and other parts of a vehicle. It could be part of a regular maintenance schedule or for increasing the resale value of an old automobile, as in the case of used car sales.

Within the last few years, the process of auto detailing has undergone tremendous changes. New and better technologies for auto cleaning have emerged that not only give vehicles a good clean finish but also protect them from any damages that are possible with the old techniques.

Instead of regular pressure washers, more and more auto detailers are using low-flow steam pressure washers. There are several benefits of using these machines. First of all, the conventional pressure washers have a high outflow of several gallons per minute and therefore require large amounts of water for cleaning cars and other automobiles. Also, these machines remove dirt and grease by directing water at high pressure levels, of around 2000 psi, to the soiled surface. This method is good for cleaning certain surfaces but not for the delicate surface of cars, as painted exteriors can be damaged with high pressure. » Read more: New Technologies For Auto Detailing