AUTOMOTIVE ACCESSORIES

Polk Audio XRt12 Reference Home XM Satellite Radio Tuner

2007-10-10T07:50:00.001-07:00

Polk XRt12 reference tuner is designed to be a permanent part of your home audio system. It is there when you want it and ready to deliver up the quality programming that XM is famous for. It is easy to connect to any home audio system and comes with everything you need to enjoy XM radio the day you bring it home. Its unique video output allows you to display channel number, name, and artist name and song title on your TV screen so you can see what you need to see from across the room. Yes there are other ways to get XM radio to play through your home audio system, but only the Polk Reference XM tuner brings out the best sonic performance from XM radio. Polk Audio uses premium digital and analog components and superior construction techniques to bring you the highest possible audio performance allowed by XM's digital standard.

2007-10-10T07:47:00.000-07:00

Features:
ported enclosure with two 12" db Series subwoofers
3/4" MDF construction with front-panel ABS trim
polypropylene woofers with Santoprene rubber surrounds
2-ohm mono impedance (1 set of heavy-duty binding posts)
power handling: 750 watts RMS (1,500 watts peak power)

Twin Monitor Portable DVD System Axion AXN6079 7"

2007-10-10T07:39:00.000-07:00

Features:
Two 7" wide screen monitors with hi-resolution and hi-brightness
Stand along top-loading DVD/CD/MP3 player
Built-in Axi-Port for external TV tuner and SEGA game pad-allows you to watch a movie on one screen and play a game on another
AV output, Dual pin ports on DVD fro external TV/monitor, Dual HI-FI outputs, volume/brightness controls
Includes: AC Adaptor, cigarette lighter Adaptor, audio/video cable, headrest mounting straps, din to din cable (X2) and carrying bag.

Delphi SkyFi2 XM SatelliteRadioReceiver and Car Kit

2007-09-30T10:32:00.000-07:00

Features:
Large display shows channel number, channel name, artist name, song title, and channel category
Plug-and-play connectivity works great with home kit, car kit, and boombox options
Catch missed programs with the 30-minute pause and replay feature
Delivers more than 150 high-quality, XM satellite radio stations
Measures 4.7 x 2.9 x 1.3 inches (W x H x D)
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The Delphi SKYFi2 XM Satellite Radio Receiver and Car Kit includes the SkyFi2 XM satellite radio receiver and the Delphi SA10102 Vehicle Kit, for a ready-to-go, XM satellite radio automobile package. Delphi's XM SkyFi2 Radio Receiver offers convenient plug-and-play XM Satellite Radio reception for the car, home, or office, including the first-ever pause and replay functions for satellite radio. Now you can pause or replay up to 30 minutes of live XM programming, and the SkyFi2 continuously and automatically saves the last 30 minutes of programming, including programming from multiple XM channels. The unit also offers a stock ticker, a sports-scores ticker, and a built-in wireless FM modulator, and a clock, among other features.Detail

Sunforce 50022 5 Watt Solar BatteryTrickleCharger

2007-09-30T10:29:00.000-07:00

Features:
5-watt solar charger plugs into your vehicle's 12-volt lighter socket
Works with automobile, all terrain vehicle (ATV), personal water craft (PWC), and boat batteries
Made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells
Includes alligator clips for direct connection to a battery
Measures 14 x 0.75 x 13 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 4 pounds
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Solar Power Chargers for your 12V batteries and accessories. Power-up anywhere, affordably! These Solar Power devices grab free "juice" from the sun! They extend the life of your 12V batteries, maintain the charge and allow you to run various electronics (deer feeders, landscaping pumps, etc.) from your batteries. Clean, silent operation... with both cigarette lighter adapter and battery clamps. detail

Sirius Stiletto SL100 Portable SatelliteRadioReceiver

2007-09-30T10:22:00.000-07:00

Features:
Portable receiver with a built-in antenna allows reception of Sirius signal
Eliminates the need for an external car or home docking station
Offers up to 100 hours of storage capacity and can handle MP3 and WMA files, enabling you to mix Sirius content with your own personal music collection
Headphones feature a built-in transmitter, two batteries, (one small and sleek; the other with extended life) and an indoor A/C adapter for charging the batteries
Dimensions: 2.0 x 4.5 x 11/16 inches (WxHxD) with slim battery; 2.0 x 4.5 x 1.0 inches (WxHxD) with standard battery; weighs 4.3 pounds.

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The Sirius Stiletto SL100-PK1 portable receiver for Sirius Satellite Radio is one of the most advanced Sirius Receivers. The SL100-PK1 will have a built-in antenna that allows reception of Sirius signal without the need for an external car or home docking station.Detail

ScanGauge II 3 in 1, Compact Multifunction Vehicle Computer With CustomizableDisplay

2007-09-30T10:18:00.000-07:00

Features:
3-in-1 automotive trip computer, diagnostic scan tool, and 12 digital gauges in one
Watch fuel consumption, coolant temperature, engine speed, and much more in real time
Works on 1996 or newer OBDII cars, including gas, diesel, propane and hybrid vehicles
Checks for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), clears the codes, and turn off the "Check Engine" light
No tools required for installation, small size fits nearly anywhere in the vehicle

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See what's going on under the hood As a general rule geeks like to have access to as much data and statistics as possible. We pretty much figure this applies to a geek's motor vehicle as well. So, to allow you to access extra information about your car we would like to introduce the ScanGauge 3-in-1 Auto Computer. This gadget is easy to install and provides a set of digital gauges, a comprehensive trip computer, and an engine trouble code scan tool. The digital gauges mode displays four different properties on the screen (for example, fuel economy, battery voltage, coolant temperature, and engine speed). The trip computer tracks your vehicle's maximum speed, average speed, driving time, driving distance, trip fuel economy and several other pieces of trip data.Detail

Autopart 3021: American Auto Accessories EX-5000 Air Freshener EX Glow Gel Plug-In Light Up Lavender

2007-08-14T21:22:00.000-07:00

Plugs directly into lighter. Creates a glowing effect.
Jacko Lizard Air Freshener White-Strawberry.

* Long lasting scent
* Mounts with suction cup
* Color: White
* Fragrance: Strawberry

they said:
1. This item kept falling apart. All the beads would fall all over the place. I trashed this item two days after I recieved it.By T. Wright

2. The description listed strawberry as the scent, and so I assumed that "lavender" was just the color. Unfortunately, my logic was wrong. This is lavender scented which makes me sick. The first day I used this someone told me my car smells like their closet. I am disappointed with the incorrect product information and overall scent of this.By Benjamin Franklin "Scientist, Inventor, State... (Walt Disney World)

Auto part : Actron CP9135 AutoScanner Diagnostic Code Scanner with On Screen Definitions for OBDII (Post-1996) Vehicles

2007-08-14T21:08:00.000-07:00

To verify that your vehicle is covered by this application go to actron.com - Retrieves and clears all generic OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) including Pending Codes. - Displays the status of I/M Monitors - Displays MIL status - Compatible with all 1996 and newer OBD II compliant vehicles: North American Asian and European. - Codes and definitions are shown on an easy to read LCD display. - Menu-driven interface combined with "hot keys" for Read and Erase functions make this tool very easy to use. - Supports PWM VPM ISO and Keyword 2000 communication protocols - Attached J1962 diagnostic cable provides both data and power connections. - Firmware updates via user-replaceable chip. - Affordable: under $150.00 typical retail price. - 1 year warranty. - Made in U.S.A. - Need a full-blown OBD II and OBD I scan tool? Check out the Super AutoScanner CP9145.

* Diagnostic code scanner easily retrieves trouble codes from your vehicle's computer to diagnose problems
* Compatible with all OBD II-compliant vehicles from 1996 to the present
* Large easy-to-read LCD screen displays DTCs and their descriptions
* Monitor status and I/M readiness determines if your vehicle is ready for an emissions test
* Scanner includes a one-year limited warranty

Side Seat Car Organizer Thule 7032

2007-08-05T05:17:00.000-07:00

Great fit for any of today's most popular vehicles. Convenient pull-tab zippers. Perfectly sized to hold the essentials while not obstructing movement. 3 pockets to hold driver's essentials: cell phone, iPod, pocket change. Easy to access and keeps driver's seat free of clutter. Attaches to the passenger seat side panel. 16.25" x 5.75" x 2" Product Instructions.

The Thule 7032 Side Seat Car Organizer helps you organize yet another part of your vehicle and your road trip, with the same efficiency you have come to expect from Thule products. The Thule Side Seat is simply designed to carry your essentials.

The Thule Side Seat is designed to be a great fit for any of today's most popular vehicles, and is perfectly sized to hold the essentials while not obstructing your movement. This handy car organizer features convenient pull-tab zippers, and three pockets for keeping important items organized and within easy reach, like your cell phone or iPod. The Side Seat is easy to access and keeps the driver's seat free of distracting clutter, and attaches to the passenger seat side panel, measuring only 5.75 x 16.25 x 2 inches (W x D x H).

Car Alarm/Remote Start System Viper 791 XV 2 way

2007-08-05T05:11:00.000-07:00

Only available 2-Way Remotes with 66-bit Code-Hopping! * Includes a Belt Clip * Vehicle Recovery System * Turbo timer and defroster activation output built-in. * Parking light flash * Dedicated 1 button start * +/- Doorlock Polarity Outputs * One 4-button LCD Remote * 5 channels * 5 zones * Flashing L.E.D. light * Valet switch * Starter Disable built-in * 6 Tone Revenger Siren * Remote Panic/Car Finder * $2,500 Guaranteed Protection Plan * Super High Frequency (SHF): The best range in the industry! * XCRS-4 relay/extreme capacity relay satellite. * Automatic configuration of transmitter buttons. * All models are Clone-Safe. * Diesel mode now with dedicated glow plug input. * Complete engine monitoring: Off, voltage, or tach * Longer run time: 12, 24 or 60 minutes programmable. (0-60 minutes with the Bitwriter) * Dedicated factory security control wires. * Viper GPS Tracking System: through ESP 2 serial port

ShowStopper GT Factory Vertical Doors (Lincoln Town Car)

2007-08-01T22:09:00.000-07:00

General: Universal Lambo Vertical Door Kit - Click href=http://www.mimousa.com/info/GTfactorydetails.htm >GT Factory Vertical Door for more details and installed pictures Kit Include Manual Kit - (2) Diablo Hinges (4) 150lb Gas Struts All Necessary Hardware (130) High-Rez Install Pics Installation CD/Instructions (2) GT Factory Stickers Automatic Kit - Manual Kit and (2) Rod Bearing (2) 8lbs Actuators (2) Switches and Relays Note: The door will have to be opened before the automatic actuators will lift the door up. To have the door open automatically and lift automatically please purchase the Automatic Kit w Door Poppers. Showstopper Kit - Automatic Kit and Shave Door Handle Kit (2) Door Poppers Exceptional Features Designed for universal fit & quick install Limited lifetime warranty The ONLY kit that goes 90 degrees vertical Keeps doors straight up instead of hanging to the side Totally reversible Dual nitrogen gas lifts per door rated @ 300lbs force 4 infinitely adjustable points allows for unique look 100% CNC machined 4130 chromoly steel construction Lifetime show quality finish Electroless Nickel plated for corrosion protection & show Paintable Maintains factory safety, accessories & function Detailed install CD w/ over 130 high rez pictures Up to 90 degrees Vertically Up to 25 degrees Horizontally Fits any vehicle Doors continue to utilize OEM latches & accessories Jawdropping results. Available in Manual, Motorized, and ShowStopper href=http://www.mimousafiles.com/prods/Lambo.mov >Vertical Doors Movie to see kit in action href="http://www.mimousafiles.com/LAMBO-UN2.pdf" >Step-by-Step Installation Instructions

Ford Mustang Vertical Car Door Kit Exterior Parts - Scissor-Slide Vertical Doors MimoUSA

2007-08-01T22:03:00.000-07:00

Scissor-Slide Vertical Lambo Door kit is designed for a universal fit and easy installation. The kit works by opening the door a little to the side and swing it up. It swings up 90 degrees so you don't have to crawl into the car, you simply open it, get in, and close it. When are you are ready to come out then open it again and get out without breaking your back. The vertical door system has four adjustable points on the hinge allows the doors to have a unique look. The kit is 100% CNC machined using 4130 chromyl steel construction. The kits have electrolyses nickel plated for corrosion protection and show quality. It includes four 150lbs struts, door hinges, adjustable brackets, instructions and all hardware required to install the kit.Manual Kit (2) Hinges(4) 150lb Gas StrutsAll Necessary HardwareInstallation InstructionsMore Details & PicturesDodge Neon Installed (Video)Chevy Cobalt Installed (Video)Step-by-Step Installation InstructionsThe kit doesn't come with the a wire extension kit. In most cases the stock wiring should be long enough to have the door open, however in some cases an extension wire kit may be needed. Extension kit may to be purchased at your local parts store.

Lincoln Town Car, (Manual Kit Vertical Doors 90 degrees )

2007-07-31T19:57:00.001-07:00

General: Universal Lambo Vertical Door Kit - Lambo Doors 90 degrees - This Vertical Door kit is designed for a universal fit and easy installation. It will lift the doors up to a 90 degrees vertical direction. The door will be able to stay straight up instead of having them hanging on the side as you would have from a vertical door inc. or specific bolt-on kit. It comes with dual nitrogen gas struts that rate 300lbs lifting force per door. The four adjustable points on the hinge allows the doors to have a unique look. The kit is 100% CNC machined using 4130 chromyl steel construction. The kits have electrolyses nickel plated for corrosion protection and show quality. Our Vertical Door kit maintains a factory standards, accessories and functions. The kit can be painted to the factory color of the car. The installation is completely reversible and it comes with a limited lifetime warranty. The doors will go up 90 degrees and 25 degrees horizontally. Manual Kit (2) Hinges (4) 150lb Gas Struts All Necessary Hardware Installation Instructions Automatic Kit Everything from Manual Kit (2) Rod Bearing (2) Actuators (2) Switches and Relays Showstopper Kit Everything from Automatic Kit Shave Door Handle Kit (2) Door Poppers style="color:dimgray;">Note: The door will have to be opened before the automatic actuators will lift the door up. In order for the door to open automatically and lift automatically please purchase the Showstopper kit. href="http://www.mimousafiles.com/LAMBO-UN2.pdf" >Step-by-Step Installation Instructions

Peugeot 1007 Hatchback review

2007-07-08T02:58:00.000-07:00

This is aTrevor Whetstone, Nth Lincs review about Peugeot 1007 Hatchback
1.6 16v Dolce 2-Tronic 3 dr

		Overall

		What it's like to drive
		Running costs
		Quality, practicality and equipment

I bought this car a month ago against all the bad reviews and opinions of friends and relatives. I can't believe that I was going to walk away from it, and I am glad I didn't.

It is so comfortable to drive. It accelerates well enough for me and when I want to overtake, I just flip the left paddle under the steering wheel to drop down a gear and there is plenty of power.

The different ways you can position the seats, depending on how you are using the car, are great, too. The high driving position gives such a clear view of the road, and it is currently doing 45 miles to the gallon. The paint job is fantastic - they certainly haven't skimped on paint when they painted this car.

The doors speak for themselves - they're wonderful.

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Accessories of car for those which have passion for the fashion

2007-07-04T03:37:00.000-07:00

by: Devon d' Alexus

There is much difference between a car and a good car. The difference has small things to make with the cost of the car. Even less the strongly expensive cars like Lamborghini, Bugatti, Lexus, Royce roles; all other cars must be well maintained to obtain the label to be good. Without adapted maintenance, they will be simply cars, not a good car. And there is perhaps no best manner of making a car good than equip it with the accessories!

Those which want that their car is simply the means of the permutation of newspaper can remain happy with a simple box on wheels. But those which have to die of desire of comfort and a passion for the fashion would like certainly stylize their whole of wheels. And in fact accessories of car provide them materials to decorate their car. For all the kind of accessorizing, the market of car has a range of options to offer.

When zings of a car in bottom of the road, parts of it that the bears the maximum pressure are the wheels. The fast operation of the wheels also makes a good sight. Thus, it is appropriate that you use the wheels which are strongly reliable and extremely beautiful. In this respect, wheels of car of Corsica MOMO can be given a test. They are made of aluminium and magnesium and lighter in the weight. They are a better conductive of heat; consequently they improve thermal dissipation of the brakes.

This quality of the wheels of car of Corsica MOMO assistance to reduce the chances of the failure of brake. It is for this reason rolls of this company is frequently employed by drivers of car of packing all around the world. What more, they are unbeatable in their beauty! The scene of a car moving quickly on the road with tires of MOMO is really astonishing! With wheels, there are so many of other accessories of car which can be used to embellish the interior as well as outside a car.

How to change the oil of your car ?

2007-07-04T03:26:00.000-07:00

by: Slavic Vaskevich

There are many places which you can go to obtain your changed oil. The majority of the places are not too expensive, but they are often occupied, and it is difficult to arrive at the store when you are occupied operation. If you are interested to change the oil of your car yourself, there are things which should know to you. First of all, the majority of the cars are pretty more or less even. If you changed an oil of the car you can change all the cars. While the oil vat can be located in a different sector on the cars they are in the same general locate. Below are some ends on the way in which to change oil in your car:

- You will need at least six liters of oil. Preferably you will want to employ the same type of oil that you had in the front engine.

- You will have to also buy a new lubricating oil filter. You will have to make sure that you buy the correct lubricating oil filter for the model of your car.

- During an oil change the majority of the people also change the air filter with air on their cars. The air filter with air tends to becoming dirty in about identical time while oil has need to change particularly on older model vehicles. Consequently you can wish to as well buy an air filter with air.

- If you did not carry out any work former on the vehicle to the house, you will have to buy a jack of car or supports of tire. These supports enable you to lead upwards on them to raise the end before car where you will work. If you use a jack or the supports you will have to place blocks behind the two other tires to keep the car of the bearing.

- You will want to also make sure that the brake of E is lit and that the car is in park. You must raise the car so that oil functions out of the oil vat completely as well as facilitate it for you reach the oil vat.

- You will need something to catch oil Po. The majority of the automatic stores of parts including/understanding as of the these will on line have oil vats which you can drain oil in. These pans have a special design to transform débarassant oil into an easy oil drum.

- You will need also a key of lubricating oil filter. This key must be the correct key for the size of the filter which you have. There are many sizes according to the type of car which you have. There are even keys of lubricating oil filter for trucks of semi-finale. Another tool that you will have need is the key for the nut of oil vat. This nut must be removed left the oil leakage outside. It is usually a metric or standard key according to which manufactured your car. The best tool for this work is a socket spanner .

- Once you have all the tools and other articles which you will have to locate the oil vat. It is the best to look in your handbook of car for this information. Abundance of subsistence of the towels in hand as well.

- Initially you will want to detach the nut on the oil vat, making sure that you are laid out for the first jet of oil by having the pan of reject under the vat with oil.

- After you will want to locate the hat of oil sufficiency and to remove it. Some handbooks can indicate to you to do this initially. I noted that this creates more than one jet if you wait to remove the hexagon nut afterwards, thus the potential for a puddle pool is higher.

- Once you have oil leaving the vehicle which you can then place a bucket right under the lubricating oil filter. There will be a little oil drainage of the filter thus to have the bucket below there will help to keep you to cause a puddle pool. Once you removed the old filter you can then screw on the new one filter after the instructions on the box.

Now that you removed all the oil of your vehicle you will have to make sure that you replace the hexagon nut on the oil vat and you ensure that the lubricating oil filter is screwed above strongly. Then you can start to replace oil. It is the best to fill driving at least of four bottles of oil and A then let arrange. Check the engine oil level and then continue to add a quarter until it is full. Like city above, majority of catch of cars six liters.

How to Change a Flat Tire in Half the Time with Half the Effort!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-05-30T09:22:00.000-07:00

straining yourself using those old tire irons to loosen lug nuts and buy yourself an impact wrench that will finish the job in half the time with half the effort. Imagine using a cordless impact wrench that could loosen and tighten all of your lug nuts in seconds with a push of a button and stores neatly anywhere. You’ll be back on the road with no time lost when using impact wrenches.
Have you ever got a flat tire on your way to work and the delay made you late? When you use impact wrenches and not tire irons you can, with practice, change a flat tire in as little as five minutes and be back on the road. Your boss will never even know you got a flat.
Flat tires are a common daily occurrence on the road and most of us have experienced what it is like to change a flat tire on the side of a road. It can be very dangerous and if the conditions are bad it could even be life threatening.
Everyone should be prepared for next time they get a flat. Hopefully it is not on your way to work or an important meeting but it will happen to you sooner or later so please be prepared.
A good idea to prepare yourself for your next flat tire is to carry some important supplies in every vehicle that you drive. I would recommend carrying the basics like safety markers, spare tire, car jack, gloves, fix-a-flat for those small holes, tow rope, etc. because you never know what will happen on the open road.
Most importantly I would recommend carrying either a Cordless Impact Wrench or a 12 Volt Impact Wrench that you can plug into your cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle. Carrying either one of these will enable you to loosen and tighten all of your lug nuts in seconds so you spend less time on the side of the road changing a flat tire and less time in the danger zone.
Everyone that owns their own vehicle knows what it is like to change a flat tire. Some of us have done it in the middle of a snow storm and know how dangerous the side of the road can be. Using the mechanical advantages of impact wrenches will help you finish the job in half the time with half the effort to help get you back on the road as quickly and safely as possible.

Written by Chris Nicholas- Owner and Webmaster of Handy Power Tools.com - Supplier of dependable, high quality Impact Wrenches from Cordless Impact Wrenches to Electric Impact Wrenches with 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Time of Hybrid Trucks

2007-05-30T09:20:00.000-07:00

the increasing concern about environmental issues such as pollution and global warming, as well as the unbelievable rise in the price of gasoline, it is no wonder that hybrid vehicles are gaining popularity. Hybrid cars have been relatively common for years, with hybrid Sport Utility Vehicles in close competition, but what about hybrid trucks? We don't see those too often. Automotive manufacturing giant General Motors, however, believes that will change.

In 2005, GM introduced hybrid versions of the Chevy Silverado and the GMC Sierra in Florida, California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, and Alaska. In 2006 the company made the vehicles available nationwide. These hybrid pickup trucks have 5.3 liter V-8 engines which have exactly the same amount of power and torque as there non-hybrid counterparts (295 horsepower, 325 pound/feet of torque). They can carry the same size loads, tow the same weights, and accelerate to the same degree that regular non-hybrid GM pickup trucks can. And they do it all while providing the most efficient gas mileage of any full-sized pickup on the market—about 20 miles per gallon on the highway. These hybrid trucks also feature a 2400 watt generator that can be used to power electrical devices, making them ideal for contractors or construction workers.

When compared to the Toyota Prius, a small hybrid car that gets 50 miles per gallon, 20 mpg might not sound like much. It is in fact only about a 10 percent difference from the fuel consumption of regular non-hybrid GM trucks. This is because the Prius is what is known as a “full hybrid,” which means that its internal combustion engine can shut off completely when the car is idle or driving at low speeds, relying solely on battery power and drastically improving fuel efficiency. This type of fuel savings is great, but it requires a significant compromise of power, which is something that the general pickup truck owner simply will not stand for.

Many truck owners use their vehicles for work related purposes, such as hauling heavy loads, and it is essential that a hybrid pickup truck be able to do this. If automotive manufacturers sacrifice power to gain fuel economy in hybrid trucks, their customers will disappear. Acutely aware of this, General Motors has decided that a little improvement is better than none at all.

Hybrid Cars and Trucks and the Environment

With fossil fuel emissions at levels of billions of tons per year and global warming becoming increasingly obvious, it is clear that sooner or later something must be done. For decades, scientists and researchers have tried to find alternative fuel sources, but there simply was nothing as convenient as the old standby—oil. The oil infrastructure is so vast and developed that is has become impossible to think of cars without thinking of gasoline, and many Americans are loath to change. But they must. Every major city in the country—New York, Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, and most notably Las Angeles—is plagued by pollution. The cities are shrouded by smog, there are pollution warnings on weather reports, and at times it is impossible even to take a deep breath without noticing that something is wrong with the air. This is not a world that most of us want to live in. But if more people are willing to take the plunge and buy a hybrid car or truck, the effects over time will be enormous. A hybrid truck might be more expensive initially, but the fuel savings will soon make it worthwhile. And as hybrid technology improves, the cost of these vehicles will no doubt be reduced, making the future a lot brighter, and a lot less smoggy, for the next generation of Earthlings.

About The Author:
Check out Dan's hybrid car blog over at http://www.hybridcarinsider.com for the latest inside scoop on all things hybrid!

Hyundai Cars 2007: What's New

2007-05-30T09:07:00.000-07:00

The 2007 Hyundai Sonata The 2007 Sonata is the smaller of Hyundaiís two midsize sedans. It comes in three models: a) The Sonata Limited trim is the top-line model and has a 235-hp V6 and 5-speed automatic as well as heated front seats, automatic climate control and fine leather upholstery. b) The Sonata SE also has a 235-hp V6 and 5-speed automatic. c) The Sonata GLS has 162-hp 4-cylinders and a choice of either 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission. All models are equipped with ABS and traction/antiskid control as well as front-side and curtain-side airbags. While the old version reminded many car patrons of a Jaguar in terms of style, the 2007 version looks even better, with a front lamp that resembles an Audi and a backside that looks like an Accord. The thin roof pillars and the driver's upright position also contribute to its esthetic value. The 2007 Sonata is also bigger, sharper and more technologically advanced version than the 2006 model. Overall, the Sonata's advantage over other cars of its class such as the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry and Nissan Altima is that it combines comfort, spaciousness, sophisticated design and reliable performance as well as a reasonable price. (2) The Hyundai Accent The new, completely re-designed 3-door Hyundai Accent hatchback is a welcome addition to the 4-door sedan introduced in 2006. Compared to the sedan, the Accent is a sportier ride in terms of both appearance and performance. It also boasts of side-curtain airbags, which are a rare feature in vehicles of this size and price range.
The 2007 Accent has superb handling, an attractive Euro style hatch and a strong safety kit. Sold in GE and SE trims, the Accent looks small on the outside but is surprisingly roomy inside, both front and rear. Its excellent fuel economy makes it an ideal choice for urban drivers, especially in places where gas costs as much as $6/gallon. Many have commented that the Accent 3-door 2007 model is even more attractive than the 4-door 2006 Accent sedan unveiled last year. The 2007 model brings back memories of the 3-door Honda Civic CX hatch from the mid-nineties or the Opel Corsa from General Motors which is so popular these days in Europe. (3) The Hyundai Elantra Many automotive industry observers consider the 2007 Hyundai Elantra a worthy challenger to the subcompact sedan field, which features the likes of the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla and Nissan Sentra. It is competitive in terms of safety, spaciousness and overall driving experience and may have a slight advantage in value and warranty coverage. However, its conservative styling needs to catch up with the rest in this field. The 2007 Elantra has airbags galore both in the front seat-mounted and roof-mounted side curtains, and that's for both front and rear seats. It also has antilock brakes and four-wheel-disc brakes that are far better than the disc brakes in front and drum brakes at the rear of its competitors. (4) The Hyundai Tiburon The Tiburon has been restyled for 2007 and now features lower-placed headlamps, a hallmark of the more mainstream Japanese models, as well as revised taillights and chrome exhaust tips. It also has a new sheetmetal frame with a more wedge-like, mainstream look that is a far cry from the odd-looking and curvy Tiburon model first introduced in the US in 1997. The handling of the top-of-the-line Tiburon SE has likewise been streamlined to make it smoother and more appealing to enthusiasts. (5) The Hyundai Santa Fe With a car's unibody construction instead of a regular truck's traditional body-on-frame construction, the Hyundai Santa Fe is more like a "crossover SUV." The 2007 version has been completely redesigned and is now bigger and better, boasts of more power, bigger legroom and a more sophisticated style. Unlike last year's model, the 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe blends naturally into the suburbs. Its brand-new third-row seating allows the 2007 Santa Fe to accommodate up to seven passengers. It also offers improved fuel economy and power, whether itís the GLS, SE or Limited trims.
(6) The Hyundai Azera This year's Azera has benefitted from minor changes in the interior details to increase its aesthetic value. It is actually a carryover from last year's model and features the standard 3.8-liter, V6, 263-horsepower engine and 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. This 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan is available in 4 trims, ranging from the SE to the Limited XM. (7) The Hyundai Tucson The Tucson is another of Hyundai's highly-regarded cars for 2007, especially since the 2006 Tucson captured the prestigious J.D. Power and Associates award for "Highest Ranked Multi-Activity Vehicle in Initial Quality" despite being only in its second year of production. Based on a study of over 63,000 new car owners, the Tucson, on the average, outperformed its competitors in the Multi-Activity Vehicle (MAV) segment in six of eight categories. Overall, Tucson recorded scores that were 23 percent better than the category average. It also received high marks for its safety technology, electronic stability control, curtain airbags and for offering a choice between front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. (8) The Hyundai Entourage In terms of standard safety features, the Hyundai Entourage is head and shoulders above the other minivans available in the market today It is no surprise that the 2007 Entourage garnered the Insurance Institute for Highway Safetyís highest and best crash test rating ever for a minivans. Among the Entourage's safety and comfort features are six airbags, standard ABS, standard Electronic Stability Control and standard active head restraints. In addition, the Entourage boasts of lots of space to spare, including seating for seven and huge cargo space.

About The Author: Ourisman Hyundai http://www.ourismanhyundai.com is a full service Hyundai dealership in Laurel, MD offering Hyundai Sales, Service, Parts, Loans and Finacing to the Washington DC and Maryland area. Visit http://www.ourismanhyundai.com to learn more.

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