2008 October 01 — AUTOinCAR

Infiniti G37 Convertible rear back

October 1st, 2008 — Auto show / Motor Show, infiniti

Wagan Heated Seat Cushion

October 1st, 2008 — Automotive Accessories review

Product Features

Quickly heats icy seats to provide immediate warmth and comfort
Features self-adjusting thermostat and an automatic shut off to guard against overheating
Designed to fit bucket and narrow split seats
Packs flat for portability
Includes a 90 day limited manufacturer’s warranty

Wagan Tech’s Heated Seat Cushion quickly heats icy seats to provide immediate warmth and comfort for the legs and lower back/lumbar area. It features a self-adjusting thermostat, a hi/low/off control switch, and an automatic shut off to guard against overheating. This cushion is designed to fit bucket and narrow split seats and includes multiple straps and hooks to secure the cushion firmly to the seat. It runs on the car’s 12-volt outlet, packs flat for portability, and includes a 90 day limited manufacturer’s warranty.

Nissan Nuvu Electric Car Concept pictures and data

October 1st, 2008 — Auto show / Motor Show, electric vehicle, nissan

Nissan’s vision for the future of urban transportation is encapsulated in Nuvu, literally a ‘new view’ of the type of car we will be driving in the middle of the next decade. Compact - it’s just 3 meters long - Nuvu is a concept vehicle with unique 2+1 seating. It is aimed at urban dwellers who don’t want to compromise on their personal freedom or their comfort, yet who appreciate that there is a need for a dramatic change in the way we move around our cities.

Nuvu is an electric vehicle, is agile, easy to drive and even easier to park. Nissan has already announced plans to introduce an all-electric car in Japan and the US in 2010 and to mass-market it globally in 2012. Nuvu is not that car, though it does share some of the technology that will feature in the planned production vehicle.

Officially Chevrolet Orlando Concept was released MPV-7

October 1st, 2008 — Auto show / Motor Show, GM, chevrolet

Chevrolet Orlando Show Car Signals Entry into New Segment for the Brand

* Distinctive SUV-like styling
* Adaptable seven-seat accommodation with flat load floor configurability
* Latest-generation 2.0-liter turbo diesel power

The Orlando show car is a clear indication that Chevrolet is considering an expansion to its portfolio with a seven-seat multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) with distinctive sport-utility-like design, adaptable seating and impressive interior space.

Based on the recently announced all-new Cruze compact sedan, the Orlando show car carries Chevrolet’s signature design language into a new vehicle segment. It explores the potential of combining the versatility attributes of a sport utility, a family van and a wagon in a single execution.

Chevrolet Orlando cuts a distinctive silhouette, replacing conventional monocab proportions with a more defined contrast between the hood and windshield lines. With flared fenders instead of a flat side-body, Orlando has a muscular stance that gives it the appearance of a sport utility vehicle, yet it offers dynamic ride and handling, excellent fuel efficiency and easy entry thanks to its car-based architecture.

Inside, the five-door Orlando is designed to meet the needs of families and those who need plenty of seating capacity with adaptable, theater-style seating in three rows that comfortably accommodate up to seven occupants. Whenever load carrying becomes a priority, the spacious cabin can be quickly transformed into a large cargo area. A generous 2,760 mm wheelbase and wide front and rear tracks provide Orlando with outstanding interior roominess.

Toyota,Honda,Nissan Join U.S. Slump as Asian Carmakers Fall

October 1st, 2008 — Auto Sale Ranking, honda, nissan, toyota

Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co., the only big automakers to add U.S. sales through the first eight months of the year, couldn’t escape an industrywide plunge in September as the credit crisis deterred buyers.

Sales for Asia-based brands fell 30 percent, led by Toyota Motor Corp.’s 32 percent tumble, Honda’s 24 percent drop and a 37 percent decrease for Nissan. Toyota and Honda haven’t posted declines that large since the 1980s.

The results dragged U.S. market share for Japanese and South Korean automakers to the lowest since April 2007 after lenders tightened standards and bank failures chilled demand. Last month’s total was 39.9 percent, down from 42.1 percent a year earlier, according to industry-research firm Autodata Corp.

“The best thing we can say about September is it’s over,” Don Esmond, senior vice president of Toyota’s U.S. sales unit, said in a conference call yesterday. “We’re seeing buyers on the sidelines, hanging onto their wallets.”

Industrywide sales fell for an 11th straight month, the longest slide in 17 years. Visits to dealerships fell more than 50 percent in the last 10 days of September, after Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. collapsed and debt markets seized up, said CNW Marketing Research of Bandon, Oregon.

Toyota declined 1.6 percent to 4,390 yen as of 9:05 a.m. in Tokyo. Honda dropped 1.6 percent to 3,090 yen and Nissan shed 1.6 percent to 685 yen.

Duracell DPP-300EP Powerpack 300 with Built-in 300-watt Inverter and 250 PSI Air Compressor

October 1st, 2008 — Automotive Accessories review

Product Features

Runs 120-volt AC or 12-volt DC products anywhere
Built-in 300-watt inverter and 250 psi air compressor to meet your needs
Includes ultra bright, detachable LED flashlight for ease of use anywhere
Operate small appliances or recharge electronics for power any where anytime
Sealed, non-spillable 14 amp h AGM battery

here are many times when extra power is needed for your tools or accessories, but none is available. If an outlet is not in reach or plugging into the dashboard cigarette lighter is simply not an option, the Duracell Powerpack 300 is an excellent solution. Coming with a multitude of safety and emergency features, it’s powerful enough to start your car and robust enough to provide portable power for small appliances–it even comes with a built-in air compressor that can inflate your tires.

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Black & Decker VEC010BD Start It 300 Amp Jump Starter

October 1st, 2008 — Automotive Accessories review

Product Features

300 instant amps for jump starting your vehicle in emergencies
Power safety switch and reverse hook-up warning system for added safety
Built-in long life LED work light for easy use and added safety
LED battery status indicators
12 volt DC power outlet to power and/or recharge DC appliances

The Black & Decker Jump-Starter has 300 instant amps to start your car in the unlikely event that your battery goes dead. There is always a chance that you will not be able to find someone to jump-start your car, even if you have a set of jumper cables. The Jump-Starter will alleviate this worry by giving you the power you need to do it on your own.

Also charges cell phones and laptops.

Portable and Powerful
The Jump-Starter is portable, cordless, and rechargeable. It features a 12-volt DC power supply and 300 amp instant starting power that is adequate for nearly any vehicle. It is so versatile, it will power coolers, air compressors, inverters, spotlights, and almost anything else with a car charger attachment.Safe and Easy to Use
The Jump-Starter also features a keyless on/off power safety switch and reverse hook-up warning alarm in case the cables are attached to the wrong terminals. An LED battery status indicator lets you know the state of your battery and when it’s charged up, and a built-in, ultra-bright LED light gives you extra illumination for emergency roadside assistance.

Rechargeable
The Jump-Starter recharges easily from any household AC outlet or DC automobile cigarette-plug style outlet, so that it will be ready the next time you need it.

No More Jumper Cables
With Black & Decker’s Jump-Starter, there is no more worrying about having to track down a friendly vehicle. Whether you’re in the rain, on an empty street on a dark night, or alone in an unfamiliar place, you’ll be happy that the Jump-Starter is charged and ready to assist you get back on the road.

Warranty
Black & Decker offers a full 2-year warranty.

What’s in the box
Start It Jump-Starter, 12 volt DC charger, 120 volt AC charger, and heavy-duty cables and clamps.

Renault Kangkoo Be-Bop MPV 3-doors

October 1st, 2008 — Renault

Based closely on the Renault Kangoo Compact Concept show car unveiled at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, Renault Kangoo be bop is the latest addition to the Kangoo family. The compact size (length: 3.87 metres), original two-tone colour scheme and exclusive interior appointments of this innovative vehicle combine to produce a particularly forceful personality. Its extensive glazed area and four roomy seats afford a sense of space and light. Ideal for escaping the crowd, Renault Kangoo be bop offers open-top motoring at the rear thanks to its glazed sliding roof and rear tailgate window which slides out of sight. At the front it has two tilting glass panels, plus a fixed central glass panel.

This new car is ideal for customers who wish to move away from established automobile cues and who are looking for a vehicle that expresses optimism and joie de vivre without being showy.

Moroso 89560 Tire Pressure Gauge, Dial type, 0-60 psi

October 1st, 2008 — Automotive Accessories review

Moroso tire gauges are the air pressure gauge of choice for racers worldwide. Each Moroso tire pressure gauge is individually calibrated for accuracy within 2%. The dial face is easy to read, while the hardened swivel chuck rotates 360° for positive valve stem attachment. And the finger operated air-bleed valve allows you to release pressure quickly for precise settings and to get you back on the track and staged for your next lap.