Showing posts with label Road Safety. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Road Safety. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Have You Seen Any Doors In The New LOREMO Concept Car?

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Another futuristic car model is here! Wow. This Loremo car really amazes me. Its bodywork is unconventional yet, very pleasing to our sight. Look at that awesome fascia and hey, check out the hood at its grandeur strut. Haha. Wait! It is not actually a hood? You will get into this Loremo by a lateral threshold, so instead of two lateral doors, there is one “gate”. Thus, that is not a hood! it is actually the frontal door that opens forward before the seats, taking the steering wheel with it! Have you seen the roof and the doors? They are laid out as a two-layer plastic construction with some laminated interior sides. Worried about your baggage? The rear seats provide wide space for them. Instead of a longitudinal adjustment of the seat, the pedals and the steering wheel will be adjusted to you (if you are the driver). The rear seats are installed against the line of travel and the dashboard is replaced by a simple device mushroom-shaped with a display.

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LOREMO NEW CONCEPT CAR

Loremo AG introduces this new Loremo Concept Car that will let you enjoy a drive while keeping your pocket at ease. This is because of the fuel economy that is brought by the reduction of weight and air resistance.

Fuel mileage : 1.5 litres / 100 km

Simple yet elegant, it is. This new concept car is a product of dedication from automotive engineers of AG who aimed to provide a driving machine that exhibits comfort, design, and efficiency.

The combined aspects of aesthetics, simplicity, and aerodynamics are vividly seen on the car’s features. The low air resistance is designed from the excellent Cw value of 0.2 and from a frontal area which has been reduced to the minimum.

If you want to be a Loremo’s driver, you will just need 300 liters of fuel at an annual road performance of 20,000 km, compared to a conventional small car that can consume 1,600 liters of fuel while assuming the same performance.

Loremo concept car is offered in two models, the Loremo LS and Loremo GT. The LS model is powered by a 20 hp, 2-cylinder turbodiesel. On the other hand, the GT is designed with a 50 hp, 3-cylinder unit. Both models have 2 2, mid-engine/RWD configurations with a 5-speed gearbox. In contrast, the GT has an advantage on speed (from 0-62 mph in 9 seconds), while the Loremo leads over it because of fuel efficiency (1.5 liters/100 km compared to the GT that consumes only 2.7 liters per 100 km.)

How much do these Loremo cars cost? Approximately, LS car model will be priced $13,100, while the GT car model will be more or less than $18,000.

Friday, March 7, 2008

Make Up Kit Or Tool Box?

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It may be unnecessary to know how to tune up your car's engine but you should be aware that this auto system must be tuned up regularly. There are three basic components of car maintenance that you should take note before you drift off the exit. You may not be able to fix everything that can go wrong, but at least you will know if there is something wrong.

On top of the list is checking the tire pressure. This is an easy task but once ignored, serious problems will be experienced. Driving will be held smoothly and the tires will last longer once aired up correctly. You surely do not want to experience tire blow out on a major interstate don’t you?

How do you ensure that the tire pressure is fine? You must secure a basic tire pressure gauge from Wal-mart if you want. Unscrew the valve stem cap on your tire (this is the short thing that sticks out by the wheel). Press the end of the gauge over the end of the valve stem. You will hear a little air escaping the tire but it’s ok unless you will not move quickly. Once the gauge is positioned right, the stick inside it will pop out to indicate tire pressure. Check the reading and ensure and once the pressure is not within the required range, stop at your local service station.

Second on the list is the ensuring engine temperature. There are vehicles that are equipped with the gauge in the dashboard. If your ride has it, occasionally check it while driving around. Once it goes a lot closer to the hot side than normal, it will be advisable to seek help as soon as possible.
If ever you do not have that gauge, don’t act as if you are an under par victim! Look at the light in the dash that lights up when the temperature has gone too high. Once it comes on and doesn't turn off, then it is time to drive your way to a service station. They will surely enjoy entertaining you there. Remember that you must not drive an overheated car. It may cause expensive damage.

Now, take note of this. As a responsible young driver and car owner, you should know the ultimate guide for car maintenance. Every 3,000 miles or 3 months (whichever comes first) you need to take your vehicle to a local service station for an oil change. You can have all other auto components checked at the same time.

Indeed, the tool box of your ride is as important as your make up kit. Take time exploring the details of your vehicle to know how to fix troubles and to repair damage.

Thursday, March 6, 2008

See-Thru Car Bra, Anyone?

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Have you ever compared your ride to your own body? Oh well, maybe this will require so many exemptions like if you are skinny and you have a brawny Cherokee jeep. Kidding.

Like our body, vehicles are made up of several parts that compose different systems. Furthermore, these are accessorized to improve aerodynamics, convenience, form, and aesthetics. Auto accessories are of great help, especially to meticulous car owners. One of the best accessories that you should install on your ride is the transparent car bra.

The surface of your ride’s hood is never safe from flying road debris and insects. I am sure you do not want these detrimental elements to just leave chips and stain over the sleeking finish of that wide area on the fascia. Thus, a car bra is always great for protection.

Transparent car bras have paint protection film conversion and installation services. These have carved a niche for themselves because of their ability to minimize paint damage. A car bra can ensure you that the paint of your ride is not virtually sandblasted from everyday driving.

A Transparent Bra is always great for preserving the beauty of your ride. Just imagine how an SPF lotion protects your skin from the harmful effect of the sun’s rays. This is almost the same with how the car bra shields the hood from the inevitable flying debris. This car accessory is easy to install, as you can do it yourself.

Not like traditional bras that have always been cumbersome, transparent car bras can be left on indefinitely, washed, and then waxed along with the rest of the car. Furthermore, these bras use a special clear impact-resistant urethane film that is specially made for automobile finishes.

Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Fire! Fire! What To Do When Your Car Is On Fire

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A death trap it is. When your car burns like hell, stay calm. You know that smoke accumulates quickly within the windows and sealed doors but stay calm ok! The rising heat and fire itself are pictures of a time bomb out of the gas tank but as I said, stay calm! In times like this, all you need is fast thinking and faster acting. Never panic otherwise, you will waste seconds of mistakes.

So what will you do when all of a sudden, your precious, million-worth ride is burning in black smoke? Wargh! Of course, unlock the doors. Do something to give rescuers a good shot of getting you out of that trash car. (Once they give you water, drink up. Do not splash it to your burning car for it can do nothing, duh!)

If you are held by your seat belt, take it off at once (duh!). Do this quickly so that the heat will not fuse the metal of the buckle to its anchor. The metal may get too hot to touch. Use a piece of cloth if you cannot stand it. If the belt does not unlock, push your shoulder strap over your head and try lifting your legs out.

Once you fail to unlock the doors, kick out the window. I know you have been keeping them smooth and clear but hey, you are roasting like chicken! Once a window is opened, smoke will exit and you will also get the chance to escape. Do it calmly using both feet.

Now you know how to…

Cheat death…

I know it is tough but hey, do it anyway!