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Exciting Future Of Automobiles New technologies will improve fuel efficiency, increase safety, aid navigation and repair. Bend Bohn, of the German auto components company, Robert Bosch Corporation, recently predicted that internal combustion engines will continue to dominate the automotive market well into the 21st Century. Automotive manufacturers have invested considerable time and effort in attempt to improve fuel efficiency in these engines, and they have been successful. In fact the U.S.A. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), estimates engines have become 30 percent more fuel-efficient over the past 15 years than previously.
However the gains have been offset by the introduction of increasingly bigger and more powerful engines. The average engine in the present industry is 63 percent more powerful than 20 years ago.
John Heywood, Director of the Sloan Automotive Laboratory at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, estimates new technology will reduce fuel consumption by a third by 2020 and a half by 2030. Gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles and modern diesel engines are significantly more fuel efficient than their gasoline counterparts, but new technology in gasoline engines is also expected to reduce fuel consumption. Next year, General Motors will begin introducing "displacement on demand" technology in their engines, reducing fuel consumption by eight percent by using only half their cylinders during most normal driving.
GM predicts another 7 to 11 percent in fuel savings can be achieved through use of continuously variable automatic transmissions.
More advanced variable valve controls, already in the works at BMW, are expected to further increase fuel savings, while Bosch has recently developed it Direct-Start system. The system allows the engine to shut off while idling, but it instantly restarts as soon as the driver touches the gas pedal, igniting the combustion mixture in the fuel injections system without engaging the starter motor. Bosch predicts fuel savings of 5 percent with the Direct-Start system. New and exciting automotive technology goes far beyond fuel economy improvements.
"'I've been involved [with auto research] for more than 30 years, and there's more action and more promise for improvement now than I've ever seen," says Heywood.
New technology expected to hit the marketplace within the next decade:1) Active safety systems will include radar and cameras that watch for danger. "We've put airbags just about every place you can." Says Toyota Product-planning Manager, John Weiner, "Within the next five years the car will use algorithms to anticipate hazards and intervene or warn the driver.2) Keyless entry has already been implemented on certain Cadillac, Infinity and BMW models and will be introduced to approximately 40 different vehicles in the next three years. Credit card style systems will replace car keys. 3) Navigation systems such as computer-like screens on the dash, displaying navigation systems that employ global positioning satellite and onboard DVD's to provide the driver with distractions, maps, and information on businesses such as hotels, hospitals and restaurants.
The video screens will also have the capability to connect to PDA's and cellular phones. 4) Wi-Fi hook-ups in almost every vehicle will provide weather, news, and other information. "We're going to see hot spots in places like gas stations and restaurants," says Peter Wengert, marketing manager for automotive products at Microsoft.5) Data collection will give vehicles the capability to collect pertinent data that can be shared with dealers, manufacturers, and other vehicles helping service personnel perform remote diagnostics and help troubleshoot for a broken down motorist.6) Onboard cameras will help detect blind spots, while helping parents watch their kids. Many recreational vehicles already have this technology at the rear and in front to "see" around corners.7) 40 Volt Electrical Systems will become standard to accommodate the many new electric devices. 8) Voice commands are already in certain BMW's, Jaguar and Lexus models and will become common and necessary in order to operate the various functions in cars.9) Electronic pedals already in use in Mercedes, Chevy Corvette and all recent Audi vehicles, brake-by-wire and accelerate by wire pedals send an electronic signal rather than activating a physical connection to the engine and brakes.
Emergency brake handles will also be replaced by electronic controls.10) Programmable vehicles will let you use electronics to express your choice of vehicle you wish to drive, says Stanford professor of mechanical engineering Chris Gerdes. "You can have it be as sporty or luxurious, as you choose." Drivers of the new Audi A8, for example can change the car's ride by raising and lowering road clearance.
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A Life-Saving Black Box for Cars
(ContentDesk) June 10, 2005 -- Developed over three years by 10 partners under the European Commission's IST programme, the AIDER system has been completely tested in the field and, from the car maker's perspective, contributes towards meeting the requirements for introducing enhanced an in-vehicle emergency call service (eCall), according to AIDER coordinator Silvia Zangherati at the FIAT Research Centre (CRF). The system developed and validated by the project is one of the most comprehensive created to date. "Essentially it is a black box for cars, which not only records different parameters inside and outside the vehicle but also automatically alerts emergency services in the event of an accident, providing information about the severity of the crash, the number of occupants and their health status," Zangherati says.By using mechanical and biomedical sensors as well as cameras to monitor the on-board pre- and post-crash environment and transmit the information wirelessly to a control...
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The Future of Cars, Unleashed
Cars.com is singing a new tune for future car trends. Recently, it has reported the upcoming trends of cars that will hit the market in the coming years. 15 new innovations are predicted to wow car enthusiasts in the next 10 years.
According to Patrick Olsen, managing editor of cars.com, "You can find some of these innovations on the market today, and the technology exists to incorporate many of these innovations in the near future. Cost and consumer demand will help determine whether these innovations become standard, become options for select luxury vehicles--or never make it out of development."
Car innovations include advanced flexible fuel systems that could allow all types of fuel interchangeably. From gas, hydrogen, diesel, E85 to electric and battery power, name it and the fuel system can handle them.
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Consumers Need Serious Credit Education: Consumers count on their credit reports to buy cars, homes, insurance and to secure a job yet millions have no idea how to manage their credit reports.
(ContentDesk) September 23, 2004 -- Why is it that a person will sit down and begin to plan their financial future, make a plan to payoff their debts and even put money away for early retirement but won't bother to plan or protect their most valuable financial asset?their credit? It's an epidemic in the United States: bad credit. People pay higher interest and insurance rates, lose out on employment opportunities and generally look bad, all because of their credit reports. If that's the case then why are so many Americans in the dark about their credit and how to make it better and keep it strong? According, to credit expert, Kristi Feathers, consumers are intimidated by credit bureaus, creditors and collection agencies. If they are told their credit is poor they often accept it as gospel and pay higher rates.
What they don't realize is that credit reports contain errors, collection agencies often violate Federal Fair Debt Collection laws and creditors make mistakes that cost...
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Classic Sports Cars
Why do so many people spend so much of their time and money buying old sports cars, and restoring and taking care of them?
Because a classic sports car is like an old tune, a vintage wine or a black-and-white photograph--timeless, priceless and nostalgic. A classic sports car is a ?classic' because it traces its lineage to the first or second generation of sports cars and is at least 30 years old. Cars from the 60s are especially popular due to their flamboyant design and trademark engine roars that call attention to their power.
The Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Corvette, Pontiac GTO, Porsche 911 Carrera, Mercedes-Benz 300SL and Alfa Romeo Monza Spider are a few famous classic sports cars that wowed generations of auto enthusiasts with their sleek tailfins, chrome plating and grilles, bright, happy two-tone colors, jet tube taillights, wraparound windshields and plush upholstery.
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Classifieds1000.com announces special section for used cars
(ContentDesk) December 29 2003--Classifieds1000.com which has offered free online classified ads since 1999 announces a special section for those selling or buying used cars. http://carsforsale.classifieds1000.com can be used to sell your used vehicle online, or browse for the one you want to buy. It is organized by make/model of car or geographical location.The site currently supports all major make andmodels of cars as well as many classic models. The United States, Canada, Mexico, Central andSouth America is also supported.All ads are free and for a limited time pictures can be added at no cost as well.Everyone from the USA, Argentina, Belize, Boliva, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, or Venezuela who is looking to buy or sell a used car is encouraged to make use of our resource:
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Are You Overweight Because You're Not Sleeping Enough?
If you're like me, you probably wish that there was a way for you to lose weight without having to put in much effort, right?Everyone knows the importance of exercise and how it helps us with weight loss, but on some days don't we all wish we can just sleep in bed and lose weight at the same time?Well, I've got some great news for you... Sleep is a critical part of your weight loss program!This is a little-known fact, but did you know that sleep can affect your weight? Rather, it's the lack of...
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6 Home Office Essentials
If you plan to work at home or start your own home-based business, your home office should have some basic equipment to help you project a professional image. The proper tools will also help you stay productive, eliminating emergency trips to the office supply store.
1. First of all, you will need a desk. Your desk should have enough room for your computer and enough surface space for any writing you may need to do.
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Boat Ladders
A boat ladder is an essential accessory for boats. They help in climbing in and out of the boats. Boat ladders can assist in climbing in the boat from two ways; one from the deck mount and two from the side. They come in a variety of models ranging from single step to five steps. The height of the boat helps in deciding the number of steps you need.
They are mostly manufactured in a combination of aluminum, stainless steel, vinyl and plastic parts. Boat ladders have two hooks at the top...
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Tips for Buying a PC
Tips for Buying Your PCBuying a PC that's right for you and your family is not all that simple task. More so if you're going to buy an unbranded or an assembled one. But branded or not, you have to get you facts right before you shell out your money. First, why do you want to buy a PC? Is it because almost every one has one these days, or that you have the money to spare. If these are the reasons are that you want to end up spending a lot of money on something you're unlikely to use.
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