How to Buy a New Car

Shopping for a car, whether new or used, can be a difficult task and can be overwhelming, if the process is not correct. What is the best way to shop for a new car? Well, the obvious first step would be to decide which car on the market today that interests you, most catches your eye or more. In addition, the price is a factor in buying a new car, especially with the economy, as it is now. The process of buying a new car is an asset that buying a used car, but there are certain things that, as regards the process.

Buying a new car can be easily and quickly, if the buyer knows exactly what he or she is seeking and the price they are willing to pay. The simplicity and time of buying a new car hinges on the potential buyer is able to bargain with a seller. If the buyer does not know how to cut a good deal or when he or she does not coast and then the procedure, but the last few hours, maybe even a few trips to distributors to take.

Say, for example, a buyer wants to buy the new Hyundai Genesis. Now, with all new cars, there are different versions of the vehicle, with the various functions at different prices. Before stepping foot on a dealer lot, the buyer should be a list of all functions of your choice in the car and the approximate price of this vehicle. Now, there are certain functions that may not be available on one of the cars on the lot and merchants have a specific mandate, the manufacturer of the vessels to the car, the buyer wants states. This extends the time required for the buyer that the car in the garage.

As a customer, you want to avoid this as much as possible. Once the car distributor for delivery to additional costs and fees for navigation, you do not have to pay. Once the potential customer of his entire list of features, such as a roof, Sirius-XM Satellite Radio, Power Steering, Anti-lock brakes and more, customers can then wage traders.

Upon arrival on the concession contract, head of the legal exact car you want. Do not start browsing on other brands and models. Make a b-line for the brand and model you are looking for and reading the labels on the window for each vehicle functions. Are you a representative of what is the vehicle you want to test drive, give it a whirl, and begin negotiations on price. With a new car, an excellent guarantee. They will, in general, for a period of three years or 30,000 miles, whichever comes first. The guarantee applies to all problems with the car, which are not by the driver or other drivers. Thus, this means that it is not an accident of the guarantee. Recalls, safety and problems with the engine and all others within the feature, such as a faulty radio, are covered by warranty.

An Electric Sports Car Dodge EV

Dodge EV an electrical sport car with its new EV sport car.Based a small aluminum chassis developed by legendary sports and manufacturer of car racing Lotus, Dodge EV is a very energy efficient, all-electric plug-in vehicle. It is also a genuine sports car for the hardcore set, with rise in the middle of batteries and establishment of an electric motor near-50/50 weight balance and a small center of gravity.

The acceleration and range are impressive. With a 200 kW (268 hp) electric motor that produces 480 Nm of torque, EV-missile 0-60 km / h in under 5.0 seconds, the area is miles in less than 13.0 seconds , And has a maximum speed of over 120 mph And thanks to its lithium-ion batteries and regenerative braking system, Dodge requirements of a driving range of more than 150 miles, so that the rear-wheel electric EV a car that everyone can live in the real world.

But Dodge EV, see the light of production see the world? It seems likely, perhaps as early as 2010. Price has not yet been defined, but it is this type of technology is not cheap (not even the ease of Lotus chassis, which is based on EV). But with mass production of lithium-ion batteries ramps up to about 2013, the price will be probably a little of everything, so that cars like the Dodge EV rather a practical reality.

The new Dodge Viper SRT10’s

The new Dodge Viper SRT10’s deep-skirted V-10 aluminum engine block was bored out 1 mm, raising the displacement to 8.4 liters from 8.3 liters. With strengthened bulkheads and improved water jackets for better cooling, the block includes pressed-in iron cylinder liners and cross-bolted main bearing caps for strength and durability.

Horsepower didn't come only from the engine, the use of a plastic hood allowed engineers to increase the airflow through the hood scoop; openings along each side are not just for show, but to circulate air within the engine compartment, to keep power going with a warm engine. It also lowered weight and helped keep the Viper costs down. Other body panels are also plastic, and carbon fiber is used for some structural parts to keep weight down.

The Viper SRT10’s 8.4-liter engine breathes through new cylinder heads equipped with Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC)-shaped combustion chambers, larger valves and Variable Valve Timing (VVT). VVT electronically adjusts when the exhaust valves are open and closed according to engine speed and load, allowing the engine to “breathe” cleaner and more efficiently.

The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 V-10’s two-piece intake manifold combines a cast aluminum lower with smooth runners for better air flow, bolted to a die-cast aluminum upper plenum. A revised air-cleaner box with a low-restriction filter sends air through a dual electronic throttle control into the intake module.

Chevrolet Volt

Chevrolet Volt

The Chevy Volt is not an all-new concept that we haven’t seen before – Paris was merely its European debut. But it still warrants a mention because it is a genuinely production ready electric car being built by a major mainstream manufacturer.

The Volt really does go on sale in 2010. It uses electric power only to drive the wheels, but has an onboard petrol engine to act as a generator when the built-in battery runs out of juice. So while the theoretical electric-only range is around 40 miles, the Volt can keep on going using the petrol engine as a charger. Clever stuff.

Citroen GT

Citroen GT

Citroen stole the show with this car. The GTbyCitroen, created in partnership with Polyphony’s GranTurismo PlayStation game, is an utterly jaw-dropping future supercar, all curving surfaces, ducts, vents and high-speed detailing. Just look at that outlandish over-sized tail section – incredible to think the same manufacturer also builds the C1.

Which is, of course, almost exactly why we will never see anything like this for real. Would anyone actually buy a Citroen-badged supercar? We think not – no matter how cool looking. Makes the whole exercise rather pointless. Unless you happen to own the games console, as the GTbyCitroen really does appear in Polyphony’s game.

BMW X1

BMW X1

We’re a little puzzled by the BMW X1. One of so many new “crossover” concepts to appear at the show – the crossover is rapidly mutating from niche to not interesting – even BMW didn’t seem to be making much of a fuss over it, despite the concept model looking every bit the production possibility. Casually positioned in one corner of BMW’s stand, if it wasn’t for the ludicrously gold paint, the X1 is easily overlooked. Especially as the styling is far from radically diverting – it looks like a miniaturised X5 that’s been run over. Perhaps, given the current economic climate, the German carmaker is having second thoughts…?

Unleashes New Dodge Viper SRT10

"A legendary Big Game Hunter said," Bring enough gun you! "- And with the new 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 we have some very powerful artillery for sports-car enthusiasts," said Kipp Owen, Director - Road Racing Technology (SRT) Engineering, Chrysler Group. "With 600 hp - 90 more than before - and 0 for-60 performance in less than four seconds, a 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 sets a new standard for sports cars American final ".

The new 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 has more that are eager fans performance: Kick-in-the-pants, roll-back-in-the-seat of power in conjunction with Benchmark brakes, world-class road and treatment, an interior race inspired fat and exterior styling.

Power train Standout

The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10's V-10 channels its power through a new, smaller diameter, Twin clutch (a passage from the former larger diameter, single installation disk). The new coupling reduce the inertia of rotation of 18 per cent, thereby reducing the effort clutch and commitment to improve the smell.

In collaboration with specialists from McLaren Performance Technologies and Ricardo, Inc. SRT engineers began using the basic formula Racer for more performances: Bigger travel more efficient and respiration speed of rotation of the engine.

The transmission is the latest evolution of the Tremec T56 six-speed, known as the TR6060. It has more than 10 percent wider gears for greater torque capacity and a new device synchronization package. A new system reduces Shifter Shifter results leave. Club applaud the riders a new destination for adding an external transmission costs.

The engineers SRT-no more. Updates have been developed to 8.4 liter V-10 horsepower and torque increases level, while improving traction, the behaviour of drivers - and conservation.

Bold Exterior Styling

The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10, there are two body styles - Coupe and Roadster. Both are characterized by a dramatic new hood with a larger, more efficient hood scoop for air induction and more functional hood louvers to facilitate a greater cooling effect for the more powerful 8.4 liter, 600 c. V-10 engine.

Eight colors from the outside in place throughout the model year - five of them are all-new including Venom Red, Snakeskin Green, purple Viper, Viper Bright orange and blue. Racing stripes are always an option of six bi-painted bands of colors available: white, black, silver, graphite, blue and red.

Race inspired Interior Design

The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 retains its cockpit characteristic red push-button starter and performance-oriented, highly functional instrument panel with a climb Center and the speed of 220 mph knife tachometer.

Five interior colors will be available during the year 2008: black, and four new color combinations black / red, black / blue, black / slate or black / natural tan. A selection of the telescope ends in the middle of dashboard and console completes the increase of adaptation measures.

New 2009 Nissan Skyline GTR R35 Test Run @ Race Track

2009 Nissan Skyline GT-R: The most eagerly anticipated new performance car of the century

Brakes: Brembo 4 Wheel Disc
Differential: 1.5 Way Mechanical Limited Slip
Final Drive Rati: 3.70:1
Layout: Front Engine, AWD
Transmission: 6 Speed DSG Manual
Engine: 3.8 liters Twin Turbo 24V V6
Horsepower: 480 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque: 430 ft-lbs. @ 3200 rpm
Acceleration: 0 to 60mph in 3.3 sec

Born from a long line of Skyline GT-Rs dating back to 1969, this latest version — "R35" to the hard-core — promises to pack more turbocharged power, more all-wheel-drive technology and more sheer speed than any Japanese car ever to come to America.

For six years the 2009 Nissan Skyline GT-R has been the subject of intense rumors and frenzied speculation. Frequent sightings of GT-R test mules help fuel the excitement. We've caught GT-R prototypes on the streets of L.A. and the Nürburgring test track in Germany. Nissan's engineers also made a trip to a couple California racetracks, bringing the GT-R to both Laguna Seca and Sears Point.

Why is this car followed so closely? Because the Skyline GT-R R35 is expected to be the ne plus ultra of Japanese performance machinery

The original Nissan Skyline GT-R
might have hit the street in 1969, but it wasn't until 1990 that the GT-R legend would be solidified. That was the year the Skyline GT-R was introduced to an utterly stunned Japanese market. It was the first of three twin-turbocharged, all-wheel-drive and all-wheel-steering Skylines (R32, R33 and R34) and it's the generation upon which the Skyline GT-R legend rests.

Though the R34 left production after the 2003 model year, it was so beloved that Nissan's Nismo division actually bought 20 used Skyline GT-R R34 V-Spec models during 2005 and completely rebuilt them into what is currently considered the greatest GT-R of them all — the $170,000, 500-horsepower Skyline GT-R Z-Tune.

So prominent had the Nissan Skyline GT-R become that in 2003's 2 Fast 2 Furious, the film's hero drove and raced one through the streets of Miami. And the actor Paul Walker, who played the role, bought his own and modified it.

Dodge Demon concept

If you're looking for an affordable ragtop, car check out the Dodge Demon Concept It is easily impressed by the gaze of the Dodge Demon concept, and the words "no-brainer" are often expressed, if fans to discuss, if the vehicle is actually on the market. Even if it seems that any other vehicle manufacturer requires a two-seater at the moment, we can not help but think there's room for Dodge Viper mini-views breathtaking. For now, but what we have is the concept.

When we had the chance to choose among six Chrysler concepts, we did not hesitate, single out the Demon. A roadster a beautiful summer morning, as always, seems a good choice, and considering the critical praise of the Demon has received, we wanted to see how the baby feels close to this production. Now the bad news is that this is a very, very long way to go. The measuring instruments do not work, the chassis is jarring Go-Kart, and the doors feel like they are in the lead. In other words, it is a concept that has not always been driven to be, but how lucky we are behind the wheel each time

The Dodge Demon Concept Car weighs about 250 kg less than the Pontiac Solstice. It uses a 2.4 liter 172-hp motor placed on the rear wheels by a six-speed manual transmission, for fun, but not Supercar performance. The objective of this course is about $ 21000, just as in the GM-roadster, but over time, that perhaps an increase of $ GTI-like 23000th The same basic chassis can be used for hatchbacks (Europe), limousines and other vehicles, a sedan or Luke version has been reported as a separate class and the China-car. The cabin is practical and useful, especially for what appears to be ready for production dashboard. The Concept Car Viper itself uses a rear suspension with a calibre of front suspension, but a little more SLK-like is without doubt a provision in production

The doors of the permanent function, vertical grab handles, bind them into a box of silver bezel chrome door remote control. The lower part of each house has a brushed aluminum bezel that encapsulates the elegant big round loudspeakers coverage, then drops sharply as it moves back to the map pocket outer panel, mimicking a function mainly on the car outside.

The Dodge Demon's hold feature contoured seat cushions, only a sufficiently high level, assistance in turns, but not prevent the infiltration or exit. Set in exposed low-gloss Hulls carbon fiber, black seats with integrated headrests adds function of the texture, "momentum" canvas cushions hold on canvas, with sewing lines accented silver thread. The brushed aluminum and carbon fibre-roll bars are located directly behind the bucket seats. The headquarters of long rails, there is a memory behind the seats. Extra Storage covered in the bulkhead between the seats.

Buying Cheap Used Cars

It is good, have a new car, but there are many people, for old cars. Every human being is not ready to spend a large amount of money for a new car. Today, you can a good old car with many functions packaged at affordable prices. There are many sources that can help you when buying a used vehicle. But you must follow a few tips and techniques applied, very useful for the purchasing process. In this article I will have some advice for should keep in mind while buying a used vehicle.

A car can be purchased by private operators, car dealers and on the Internet. It is a good idea, by a newspaper and see ads by private providers. You can save some money by purchasing cars by a private vendor. Admittedly, there are very few people, advertising in newspapers.

Today, some traders to sell used cars. A good retailer can drive a car priced cheap. But never forget that experience and reputation of one of its distributors. It is a good idea to spend some time with a person who has recently had a branch by a former car dealership.

The best solution is today the Internet. There are several Web sites offer used vehicles online. First, you need to know all the details of the vehicle you want to buy. If you know enough about the vehicle you want to buy, it's a good idea to go by all categories of Web sites. You can access so simple, a vehicle of your choice of spending some time on the Internet. You can also a good car

Warlock & True Spirit

The Dodge Warlock, originally a concept vehicle and part of Dodge's late 1970s "adult toys" line, is a short wheelbase truck that was produced in limited production in 1976 and regular production from 1977 to 1979 under the Dodge name brand by the Chrysler Corporation, later known as DaimlerChrysler. They were available in 4x2 and 4x4 models and offered only in black, red, orange or green. Its main draw was that it was a factory customizable truck, also known as a "trick truck", and was designed to appeal to young 4x4 buyers. The 1979 model is different in that it has "Warlock II" printed on the tailgate.
While the Street Van's release was getting underway it seemed that something else had also been quietly in the works at Dodge. In fact two new trucks, the Warlock and the True Spirit had already been shipped to Dodge dealers in the San Francisco and Los Angeles areas to test the response of young buyers. These new trucks with their sporty look quickly gained the attention of old and young buyers alike.
It seemed that owning a factory customized pickup had become as much a status symbol with some adults as owning a big luxury car. Soon Dodge realized that it was the Warlock that seemed to grab the most attention and so on June 11,1976 R.H. Kline announced to the press that Dodge would immediately release their newest addition to its Adult Toys series, calling it the Warlock.

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Crazy gullwing-door Volkswagen Golf GTi

by Vijay Pattni
These are the first pictures of the craziest-looking Golf GTi Volkswagen has ever built – the Volkswagen Golf GTi Performance.
The Volkswagen Golf GTi Performance is a design study which the carmaker is showcasing at the annual Worthersee Tour.
The Volkswagen Golf GTi Performance study is a one-off car by the German carmaker which features crazy upwards-opening doors as found on the Lamborghini Murcielago and Lamborghini Gallardo.
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The Volkswagen Golf GTi Performance study also features a wide bodykit, lowered suspension and larger alloy wheels.
The bonkers Golf is on display at the Worthersee Tour, which is an annual gathering of Audi and Volkswagen enthusiasts and a platform for one-off VW models.
Last year Volkswagen unveiled the 6-litre twin-turbocharged Golf W12 650, which uses the engine from a Volkswagen Phaeton and produces a titanic 641bhp.
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This means the mid-engined hatch will accelerate from 0-62mph in just 3.7 seconds and hit a top speed of 195mph – as quick as a Lamborghini Gallardo.
Volkswagen hasn’t released any official information on the one-off Volkswagen Golf GTi Performance study, but the pictures show two huge exhaust tips surrounded by wire mesh.
And Volkswagen has fitted two bottles of nitrous oxide – which instantly boost power at the touch of a button – into the boot, indicating an uprated version of the standard Golf GTi’s 200bhp 2-litre petrol engine.
The mad Golf gets a black and orange paint scheme with racing decals while the interior gets a three-seat interior.
Audi is also showcasing two crazy new models at the Worthersee Tour – but this one’s going into production.
The hot new Audi TT Clubsport Quattro is an open-top roadster with no fixed or folding roof and will come with a highly tuned 2-litre turbocharged engine said to “break the magical 300bhp barrier.”
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Audi is also displaying the Audi A3 TDI Clubsport Quattro at the Worthersee meet.
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Check out the standard Volkswagen Golf GTi put through its paces:

Tuner adds heat to Volkswagen Golf R32

by Adrian Hearn
A German tuner has taken the range-topping Volkswagen Golf R32 hot hatch and beefed it up – to 372bhp.
ABT Sportsline – which has previously built some crazy cars including a modified Audi A5 – has taken the Volkswagen Golf R32’s 3.2-litre V6 engine and tuned the engine management system and fitted a supercharger.
This has increased power from an already adequate 250bhp to 372bhp – just eight less than an Aston Martin Vantage sports car.
This means the Volkswagen Golf R32 will accelerate from 0-62mph (100kph) in five seconds and on to a top speed of 168mph – 13mph more than the standard R32.
Handling should be sublime with the R32 benefiting from four-wheel drive, while ABT has also fitted a sports suspension and 19-inch alloys wheels.
But this isn’t the fastest Golf in a straight line.
Last year Volkswagen unveiled the Golf W12-650, where they had taken a standard Golf GTi and fitted it with a rear-mounted twin-turbocharged version of the 6-litre W12 engine from the Phaeton.
Add Lamborghini brakes and an Audi R8 chassis and you have 0-60mph in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of over 200mph.
But it was a show car designed in just six weeks so, when it came to lapping the Top Gear track the Stig managed a time of 1min 29.6seconds – just 0.8seconds quicker than a standard R32.
ABT hasn’t disclosed a price for its 372bhp Volkswagen Golf R32, but expect to pay about £32,000 plus import taxes for the left-hand drive hot hatch.

Exotic Sports Cars

What is it that really defines an exotic car? This is a word that is thrown about by a lot of people and used in describing things as varied as food and even exotic beauty. The naming of a car as an exotic sports car takes a little more consideration.

The sleek and aerodynamic looks of true exotic sports cars are much more than just appearance. The slick look of these beauties also contributes to their speed as they cut through the air with very little resistance or friction. The true high performance exotic sports car is as fast as it looks.


With true exotic sports cars the design is crucial to giving the vehicle that designation and is a must for the serious car enthusiast. The car makers are well aware of this fact and the makers of the high end vehicles pay particular attention to creating standout designs that draw attention and gather crowds of onlookers wherever they are parked.

Car makers such as Ferrari actually outsource the design of their vehicles such as the way that they had Pininfarina design the ’02 ENZO. Another newer model that comes to mind which draws crowds is the new Lotus Elise. We saw one outside of a local restaurant last week and everyone who saw it walked over and stared at it.

While design is what makes the exotic stand out from the mere mortal vehicle it is sheer performance that is what the high end auto enthusiast seeks. The speed and handling while maintaining high speeds and hugging tight curves are the factors that truly set them apart. Think about it, the first thing that comes to mind is how fast the car is, how fast is goes from zero to sixty. Beauty really must be more than skin deep when it comes to a true high performance automobile like the 1994 Dauer 962 LeMans which currently holds the record for fastest sports car with a zero to sixty time of 2.6 seconds.

True exotics are limited production automobiles and in many cases there is a waiting list for them. This is another thing that increases the appeal, the fact that you don’t see one at every stop light, except maybe in South Beach.


Even people who don’t consider themselves to be car enthusiasts can easily name some of the more notable makers such as Lamborghini, Ferrari, Porsche and Lotus. Personally, I like the new Lotus Elise since it is a vehicle that is somewhat more affordable at under 50k. If you get a chance to see one up close or you are lucky enough to be able to drive one you will see what I mean. I thought that at 6’3" and 240 pounds I wouldn’t be able to get in one but they are deceptively roomy.

The Battle Between Porsche And Ferrari

The two European automakers, Porsche of Germany and Ferrari of Italy, have a lot of similarities even though the two compete with each other head to head for a niche market of the automotive industry. Both companies have a patriarchal founder, companies honed their skills in racing, are over five decades old, and both have a commitment to the integrity of their styling. If you question whether the two are the dominant force in performance autos just take a street survey and you will find that even a novice who knows nothing about cars knows these names.

For the purposes of this comparison we have chosen to feature the iconoclastic 911 Carrera from Porsche and the gorgeous Ferrari F430 because the two are representative of their respective company�s long standing tradition of marrying style and performance while offering some practicality but in the end are true sports cars though and through.

Both of these cars have the basic requirements of the modern sports car which are the ability to be started easily, handles well in town, takes winding country roads well and has race car performance coupled with safety.

When comparing standing start times the Ferrari is a slight bit faster edging out the Porsche by .8 seconds with a four second time in the zero to 100km/h test which is needless to say lightning fast. With speeds like these it is also imperative that the two speedsters be able to stop equally efficiently and the two do so offering optional cutting edge ceramic braking systems.

Porsche definitely wins in the fuel economy comparison getting nearly twice the mileage that the F430 gets. Both cars transfer the power of their engines through state of the art six speed transmissions.

The interiors of both vehicles offer a great deal of comfort that belies the small space and doesn�t leave the driver feeling cramped or closed in. The overall appearance in style goes to the Porsche hands down though as masters of high quality finish work.

When having to decide between the two, assuming you have the money to do so, the biggest difference is appearance with the Ferrari having the head turning looks but overall we have to give the fight to Porsche as the more well rounded of the two and the one that is less costly to maintain. It was fun to compare them however and maybe you should make a comparison of your own.

How to Detect a Speed Trap

It seems with all of the crime around these days police officers would have better use for their time. However, we have to remember that speeding is still a crime and there are still areas where a speeding ticket is a big deal. One way we can prevent a speeding ticket from falling on us is to learn how to detect a speed trap.

So, what is a speed trap anyway? Well, any area that is a frequent hang out for police and where speeding tickets are generously handed out. Many of these areas have certain common characteristics that can give you a warning of an impending speed trap and a possible speeding ticket.

Small towns, for instance, are often areas where speeding tickets are handed out freely. When a town has one main road it is inevitably where the police officers are going to be. In addition, the low crime rates in these towns may leave police officers with little else to worry about. So, in these cases, a speeding ticket is often a bid deal and a way to pass the time. You may also encounter the occasional small town cop that has his mind made up about big city folk.

In addition to small towns, an area that has a successive number of either raising speed limit signs or falling speed limits signs has the potential to be a speed trap. Often times drivers may miss a sign or they may take longer to slow down than or be faster to speed up than what the signs permit. This is the type of speed trap that really gets under people’s skin.

Just as changes in the speed limit can denote upcoming speed traps, changes in the road may also signal an upcoming speed trap. Areas with sharp turns are often dangerous enough to actually warrant a speed trap, since speeders and innocent people may be in danger. Hills can also be a sign of upcoming speed traps because police cars may not be seen until you come right up on one.

One of the best ways to detect speed traps, or any police radar detection, is a radar or lidar detector. These are great at detecting speed traps where police officers have their radar guns on continuously. This is because radar detectors have time to detect the radar well in advance. However, when a police officer is not waiting for speeders and does not turn on his radar gun until he spots you, this is when a radar detector can fail.

Need for Speed - Malaysia Grand Prix

The 2007 Formula 1 Grand Prix season started off with a bang this year. The second racing event in the circuit was enjoyed in Kuala Lumpur as Malaysia hosted the 2007 Grand Prix at its Sepang International Circuit course during the first weekend in April.

Included in the Grand Prix Formula One Racing Championship in 1999, the Malaysia circuit, hosted at the Sepang racecourse near Kuala Lumpur, is fast becoming one of the most popular events in that part of Asia. Since their first year in the F1 racing circuit, the Malaysian course has offered drastic changes in weather to challenge F1 drivers, as well as a 56-lap, 5.54 km racecourse filled with hair-raising turns and straight-aways that beg for speed.


The Sepang racecourse, built in 1998, has become the guiding design of subsequent F1 racetracks around the world, and has led the way to offering a major global event that attracts thousands of visitors every year to this exotic country filled with charm, grace and history. Sepang is known to be one of the most technical circuits in the Grand Prix circuit, and its combinations of tight turns and straight-aways make it one of the most exciting courses for both drivers and spectators.

The racetrack, a mere 3.5 kilometers from the New Kuala Lumpur International Airport, is easily accessible by taxi and can be reached within a ten minute drive. Shuttle services also transport passengers back and forth as well, but most visitors opt to stay at least a few days to enjoy the atmosphere and amenities that Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia have to offer.

This year’s race saw Fernando Alonso crossing the finish line first for the McLaren-Mercedes racing team, and hot new rookie Lewis Hamilton, whose debut in the Australian Grand Prix in March 2007 saw him taking third, followed Alonso across the line to finish second in an exciting, heart-stopping race that had crowds at Sepang on their feet.


The roar of engines and the smell of hot rubber and warm asphalt drifted over the thousands who came to witness the exciting race, which saw Alonso maintaining an almost nine second lead over Hamilton the later half of the race as onlookers watched with wide-eyed excitement and cheered for the efforts of other racers, including Kimi Raikkonen, who finished third for Ferrari.

After Australia, the F1 site at Kuala Lumpur offered racing fans not only a drastic change in temperature, but sights as well. Malaysia, offering a quaint combination of modern amenities and architecture with simple Asian charm, provided domestic and global visitors with a different view of the world as seen by Malaysians. The capital city of Kuala Lumpur welcomed global visitors to the event with open arms and tasty treats that delights the palate.

Keep an eye on the McLaren-Mercedes racing team comprising of Alonso and the rookie fast making a name for himself in the F1 world, Lewis Hamilton, in upcomin Grand Prix as both give fellow racers a fast, exciting run for their money.

The Need for Speed and Car Loans

Cars have become a way of life these days. Even with global warming on the rise, the demand for cars does not seem to be falling. Instead, we are watching as eco-friendly cars come into the market. And people are still rushing to get loans and buy their very own set of wheels. The need for speed has become a necessity today. Snail mail is completely passe as email has taken over from it almost completely. The rise of the Internet has ensured that there is a need for speed. Nobody today would walk if he could fly off instead. The twenty-first century is the age of speed.

The need for speed makes it crucial for everyone to have a vehicle, or at least aspire towards one. Moreover, these days most of us can manage to buy a car. Auto loans have become very easy on the pocket. As a result, more and more potential car buyers are hoping to benefit from the current situation. If you own property or some other valuable asset that can act as collateral, you are fortunate. Secured car loans generally offer much lower interest rates than do unsecured car loans. Thus, if you can avail of a secured loan, your overall costs will be much lower.

Of course, unsecured car loans can be great options sometimes. These days, with the proliferation of loan providers on the Internet, it is certainly quite easy to find the best deals. Even people with a history of bad credit can avail of competitively priced auto loans. The loans that are offered to people with bad credit histories usually come with higher interest rates. But as a result of the great rivalry among loan providers these days, getting a cheap auto loan is fairly easy.

In fact, while purchasing a car, one must look out for the most inexpensive car loans possible. After all, a car will require a good deal of maintenance. You will have to fill fuel and send the car for regular servicing. Moreover, you cannot help but buy some good car insurance. As in the case of loans, cheap car insurance is not too tough to locate these days.

However, you cannot just sit around and expect cheap insurance (or loans for that matter) to drop in from nowhere. Instead, you must do your share of studying the markets before making the final decision on the insurance policy. All that effort will help you find the best one.

Balancing Speed With Safety In Sports Car Racing

Whether it be racing on the streets or racing on the track you should always know how to speed the right way while in a sports car which means driving fast safely. Even though you may know how to race already here are a few things you can do to better your time on the track.

If you are a rookie do not rev it all up at the start because you are probably just going to spin the tires off the line trying to get into 2nd gear. For a more advanced racer you should rev the motor where you like its RPM range at then when the signals come or the arms drop you let the clutch out and throttle it out of the pocket.

On straight- a ways you should be near top speed and should already know how to handle the car at these types of speeds. Starters should always use both hands when trying to reach a top speed or trying to top out a car.

A more advanced racer should know how to accelerate on the throttle and slow down on it around corners. Pulling more on the throttle will throw the car more towards the wall where as slowing down before a turn will allow you to get inside of the turn and maybe take the lead or win. You should only steer when turning. Not saying you shouldn’t have your hands on the wheel just try not to turn the vehicle as that will decrease speed.

There is more than 1 way to turning a corner. Gradual turns will put you to the outside of the track where as pulling inside will shoot you out faster. Starters should get used to this first when running on the track.

If you are trying for a tight turn you might be trying to drift the corner a little bit which could spin you out or put you ahead if you do it right. This kind of cornering is for the more advanced type of racer as it requires you to brake while keeping your foot on the throttle at the same time. Come to the corner slow then pull out of it as fast as you can without spinning the tires and that will get you out ahead of everyone.

Be focused and take note each race how you lost or how you won and how you are going to win next time or how you are going to focus on winning. This is how you become the racer on the track that you want to be.

You should be able to keep your cool at high speeds and not be scared if you get scared then this isn’t the sport or race for you. So you might want to get out of the race before you crash the car and have a really bad day.