Original Auto Car Magazine: 2010-03-28

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You must be knowing what auto insurance is meant for. Consumers seek auto insurance for their vehicles, may be a car, truck and the like. And what do you think it makes them do this. Well, they protect their vehicles against mishaps, robbery and any further loss incurred whatsoever. What's more auto insurance not only covers the insured party, the insured vehicle but even the third parties. You will find different policies speaking of different circumstances that determine the things to be covered.

Auto insurance has indeed become a must in today's context. Having a vehicle and doing away with auto insurance is like food without salt. No wonder, companies big or small are pouring in from all corners to make business out of it. When it comes to categorizing auto insurance, there are two types. As mentioned earlier, policies are poised according to the requirements of the policy buyers. Like for instance, there are policies that rope in bodily injury liability, property damage liability, medical payments, and collision and comprehension coverage due to the corporeal damage of the concerned vehicle.

Auto insurance policy is classified into five parts

* The first thing that comes into being is declarations. All that this part of the policy holds is the personal information regarding the driver. Going into details, it must contain their name and address, vehicle ID number, make and model of the vehicle, policy number, duration and so forth. Moreover, it is pointed out here as to which type of coverage you have settled for and not to mention your policy confines and deductibles. Always remember that the insurance may go void if the information provided by you is untrue.

* Next comes, coverage plans where the coverage confines such as liability, medical, collision and comprehensive are talked about. The fact of the matter is that this part of the policy delineates what you are deemed to get in return out of your insurance company.

* What follows after that, is exclusions. This part gives a concise picture about the respective items uncovered as a result of your policy's restrictions. You will certainly know all that you need to know about your claim. And if that's not enough then you can also make necessary rectifications in the policy much to your convenience.

* The fourth part in the policy is purely concerned with legality such as the legal obligations of the insurer as well as the insured. That's not the end of it; it also houses premium payment obligations, direction to settle disputes and ways to filing a claim.

* Finally, the policy arrives to the fifth part: definitions. As the name suggests, here the terms and the privileges of the policyholder and the company are clearly delineated.

Auto insurance for vehicles on road is obligatory in quite a number of countries. The consequences of driving without insurance are not very pleasant. God forbid, if

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SPECIFICATIONS

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price $ 14,200
Price As Tested $ 16,665
Engine Type 2.4 Liter I4 w/SFI*
Engine Size 146 cid/2393 cc
Horsepower 150 @ 6000 RPM
Torque (lb-ft) 150 @ 4400 RPM
Wheelbase/Width/Length 104.1"/67.4"/180.3"
Transmission Five-speed manual
Curb Weight 2788 pounds
Fuel Capacity 15.2 gallons
Tires (F/R) P205/55R16
Brakes (F/R) Disc-ABS/drum-ABS
Drive Train Front-engine/front-wheel-drive
Vehicle Type Five-passenger/two-door
Domestic Content 90 percent
Coefficient of Drag (Cd.) N/A

PERFORMANCE

EPA Economy, miles per gallon
city/highway/average 23/33/26
0-60 MPH 9.1 seconds
1/4 Mile (E.T.) 16.9 seconds @ 83 mph
Top Speed (Est.) 106 mph
* Sequential fuel injection

With over three million Chevrolet Cavaliers on the road since 1982, it's understandable that engineers at General Motors were cautious when altering a successful concept. But Cavalier's competition changes in roughly four-year cycles, so it was time to redesign the aging commuter.

Cavalier is offered as a coupe, sedan or convertible, in Base, LS and Z24 trim levels. Our test vehicle for this week, the Z24 coupe, exhibits some very classy lines and aerodynamic flair, along with good handling skills, but you can still see its economy car roots.

OUTSIDE - Visibility problems experienced with the old Cavalier have been addressed in the new model by lowering the cowl, increasing its glass area, and slimming the pillars that support the roof. Structural integrity has been enhanced as well, and Chevrolet engineers have significantly strengthened its chassis in both bending and twisting, which results in a noticeable improvement on the road. As expected, the various Cavalier models can be outfitted with different styling combinations such as body-color bumpers and side molding, along with three different tire sizes. Our Z24 test vehicle used handsome five-spoke alloy wheels with 16-inch high performance tires.

INSIDE - The crisp, clean design of the new dashboard layout features simple-to-use rotary dials for its ventilation and audio controls. Most drivers should be able to tailor a comfortable position, as Z24 models come standard with a tilt steering column and softer, upscale upholstery. Other standard Z24 interior features include a full folding rear seat, air conditioning, tinted glass, floor mats and an inside trunk release. Standard audio comes from an AM/FM cassette stereo, although an upscale system, which includes a CD player and four speakers, is available. Our test car came with a Preferred Equipment package that adds cruise control, power windows, door locks and mirrors, along with keyless entry and variable speed intermittent wipers. Trunk space is ample, even more so with the rear seat folded, and it's easy to load items due to its low lift-over height. Z24's standard cargo net helps keep grocery bags in check.

ON THE ROAD - Cavalier's 2.4 liter inline four cylinder engine is new for 1996, and delivers an ample 150 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque. It uses twin overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and dual counter-rotating balance shafts to smooth vibrations. The new engine's longer stroke, larger displacement and revised camshaft timing are the mechanical differences from last year's 2.3 liter "Quad 4" powerplant, but an extra dose of torque improves acceleration at low and mid-range engine speeds. Acceleration proved so-so at best, but was easily able to sprint the car to freeway speeds. The Z24's standard five-speed manual transmission shifted smoothly, and seems appropriate for the sporting Z24 model. If manually changing gears isn't appealing, a four-speed automatic transmission is optional.

BEHIND THE WHEEL - While the Cavalier's underlying roots are based on economical transportation, Z24 models benefit from grippy 205/55R16 high performance tires, which greatly enhance handling. Its suspension layout is very basic, with MacPherson struts and coil springs up front, and a simple twist beam rear axle. Stabilizer bars front and rear, which help keep the car flat under hard cornering, are standard on Z24 models. They are also fitted with quick-ratio power rack-and-pinion steering, which provides good feedback and crisp turn-in. A curving road may not be cause for rejoicing while piloting the Z24, but the car holds its own with performance cars costing much more. Models fitted with GM's optional four-speed automatic transmission (now available on base versions) come standard with traction control, which limits wheelspin on slippery surfaces. All Cavalier models use front disc/rear drum brakes, with an anti-lock braking system (ABS) standard.

SAFETY - Dual airbags, ABS and side-impact protection are standard, while traction control is available only with the four-speed automatic.

OPTIONS - Preferred equipment Group #2: $975; electric sunroof: $670; Electric rear window defogger: $170; CD player: $155

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Fisker $528.7 million for Karma and Project Nina

Well, it seems like that sex-on-wheels advert has done its job. Fisker's development of the oh so desirable Karma PHEV and its lower-cost sibling, now known as Project Nina (inspired by Christopher Columbus' escape from the Old World, no less), has been given a significant boost by the US government. Henrik Fisker himself has been quoted as saying that once the conditional loan is in, "it wouldn't take long to get the lower-cost plug-in hybrid on the road." If the company carries over the aggressive styling from the luxury model, it might have a real winner on its hands, though -- we know -- it's got to be cheap enough first. While waiting for that $528.7 million to work its magic, you can gawk at the solar paneled roof on the Karma, to be found after the break.

The World’s Longest Limo

The longest limo in the world is a 100-ft long vehicle created by Jay Ohrberg of Burbank, California.

Built mainly as an exhibition piece, the owner is now allowing the rental of the vehicle for various functions and events. Although the vehicle is not technically street legal due to the vehicle’s enormous size, it can be driven from place to place with ease by a specially trained chauffer.

World's Longest Limousine

The longest limo in the world rides on 26 tires spaced along the length of the limo’s body. There are dual driver’s cabins on the vehicle, one at the front and one at the back, to help with driving the vehicle in reverse. The middle of the longest limo in the world is hinged to fold to help the vehicle make turns around corners.

Where the longest limo in the world really shines is in the passenger cabin of the limo, where state of the art luxuries abound. A heated Jacuzzi tub is nestled in the interior, along with a sun deck, a swimming pool, and a king sized bed. A helipad is located on the limo as well and the televisions inside are connected to the limo’s own satellite dish.

Tirando a toalha da mesa, mas desta vez com uma vespa

Depois de verem o truque de retirar uma toalha sem derrubar nada com uma BMW S 1000 RR, agora chegou a vez da vespa de incríveis 50 cc. Veja o vídeo abaixo com o feito,

Derrubou tudo... Mas com um lance de agilidade do parceiro tudo ficou nos “conformes”.

Via Jalopnik

2010 BMW 5-series Touring

2010 BMW 5-series

Over the last 25 years or so, the story of station wagons in the U.S. has been a sad one. Sales plunged with the advent of the minivan in the early/mid 1980s, and the wagon’s fate was seemingly cemented when—of all things—the SUV picked up buyers tired of the sliding-door stigma.

It's not as if there‘s a shortage of capable station wagons on the global market. As you probably know, European customers often prefer spacious five-door wagons over the executive sedans on which they are based. Three of the most popular and luxurious models are the Audi A6 Avant, the BMW 5-series Touring (known here as the Sports Wagon), and the Mercedes-Benz E-class wagon. To renew the fight in Europe—but not here, since this Bimmer won’t be imported to the U.S.—BMW will launch its next-gen 5er Touring at the Leipzig, Germany, auto show in early April.

It‘s a pity that we won’t get it, because the look of the new Touring is an improvement over that of its funky predecessor; the new model is almost coupe/fastback-like, and it’s even more elegant than the handsome if somewhat bland sedan. Furthermore, it is certainly easier on the eye than the chunky 5-series Gran Turismo.

2010 BMW 5-series Touring

2010 BMW 5-seriesOver the last 25 years or so, the story of station wagons in the U.S. has been a sad one. Sales plunged with the advent of the minivan in the early/mid 1980s, and the wagon’s fate was seemingly cemented when—of all things—the SUV picked up buyers tired of the sliding-door stigma.It's not as if there‘s a shortage of capable station wagons on the global market. As you probably

2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco and Cruze RS

The valiant mission of the 2011 Cruze Eco is to realize the magic 40-mpg highway fuel-economy number, thus giving Chevrolet a Cruze that offers what it calls hybrid-like efficiency without the expense of actually making a Cruze hybrid. (That, in a way, is the Volt, which utilizes Cruze architecture.) The Eco model pairs the 138-hp, 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a six-speed manual transmission packed with what are likely to be some pretty tall ratios. An optimized axle ratio helps stretch the Eco model’s legs. And low-rolling-resistance tires also come along for the ride (if not the handling).

Automotive minutae-philes may remember that Chevy also pulled those same stunts to squeak an extra three to five mpg from the Cruze’s predecessor, the Cobalt, with its XFE model. With the Cruze Eco, however, aerodynamics have been made a bigger priority, resulting in less open space within the upper grille and a lower-grille shutter that closes at higher speeds to reduce drag. And—get this—the Eco model rides on a dropped suspension. Equipped thus, and riding on unique—and not altogether unattractive—multispoke 17-inch wheels, the Eco model actually winds up being one of the nicest-looking Cruze models we’ve yet seen.

2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco and Cruze RS

Pure Luxury-Porsche Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne Porsche is a symbol of status, class, and luxury. With its unrelenting reputation, the Porsche Cayenne does not disappoint. The Cayenne is a mid-size luxury SUV for the sports car fanatic. Rather than your run of the mill sports utility vehicle, the Cayenne is powerful, sexy, and luxurious. It is a posh alternative to the mini van or other mid size SUVS.

The 2010 base model exemplifies sheer power with a 3.6 -liter, 290 horsepower, V6 engine. However, this is only the start. As one climbs the Porsche Cayenne luxury ladder the power climbs as well. The Cayenne S boasts a 4.8-liter, 385 horsepower, V8 engine. From there, it gets even better. The Cayenne GTS offers a 4.8 -liter, 405-horsepower, V8 engine, while the Turbo comes with a 4.8-liter, 500-horpsepower V8 twin-turbocharged engine. In addition, the Turbo S includes a whopping 550 horsepower! This power is almost unparalleled in any other SUV.

With its astonishing power also comes pure luxury and class. The Porsche Cayenne has a sexy, refined, and sophisticated style for those would rather be driving a sports car. The 2010 GTS Design Edition 3 model is equipped with racing stripes and tinted windows. The DE3 also features blacked out bi-xenon headlights, color matched 21-inch wheels, and an extended roof-mounted spoiler, all of which add to its menacing exterior.

Pure Luxury-Porsche Cayenne

Porsche is a symbol of status, class, and luxury. With its unrelenting reputation, the Porsche Cayenne does not disappoint. The Cayenne is a mid-size luxury SUV for the sports car fanatic. Rather than your run of the mill sports utility vehicle, the Cayenne is powerful, sexy, and luxurious. It is a posh alternative to the mini van or other mid size SUVS. The 2010 base model exemplifies sheer