At the 2011 International Motor Show in Geneva the concept vehicle BMW Vision ConnectedDrive will make its world debut from 3rd to 13th of March 2011. The BMW Vision ConnectedDrive concept study extrapolates the principle of intelligent networking of driver, vehicle and the outside world into the future. The vehicle is transformed perfectly naturally into a fully integrated part of the networked world and sets new standards in future comfort, infotainment and safety features. Video Rating: 5 / 5
Der Opel-Stromer . Ende November 2011 kommt mit dem Opel Ampera Deutschlands erster Plug-in-Hybrid mit Range Extender-Technologie auf den Markt. Auf den ersten 70 Kilometern fährt der Plug-in-Hybrid Ampera nur mit Strom aus dem Akku. Mit der Idee des Reichweitenverlängerers ist Opel endlich mal wieder ganz vorn. Doch auch hier hat das Sparen Grenzen. Quelle : www.autobild.de Video - Produktvideo - Werbefilm - Film - Trailer - Spot - Test - Bericht . Oeni - http
drivencarreviews.com Unless you've been isolated in a yurt distilling organic fuel for your bio-diesel hybrid, it's been tough to miss the hype of the Chevrolet Volt. The extended range electric vehicle is now available in select markets. Tom Voelk takes a look to see if it's worth getting amped up over.
Article by Lil Waldner
The prices of gasonline or petrol increase daily, wherever you live in the world. The price of a barrel of oil has quadrupled since the beginning of the millennium. It went from about a barrel to almost in these days.
The Reason to Save Fuel
The resources of fossil energy deplete. Oil has served as the backbone of the modern society. Gas and coal also have plaid an important role, but oil has prevailed. The book "The Final Energy Crisis" forecasts a dramatic development during the next years. They expect that the peak of the oil production will be achieved around the end of this decade and that the production will fall, although the demand will increase further. This means higher energy prices. Another source says that the oil reserves will be exhausted in about 43 years and the reserves of natural gas in about 64 years.
No Easy Going Alternatives at Hand
There is a lot of research going on worldwide in the field of solar power and hydrogen power. They will have to substitute oil, gas, coal and uranium in an intermediate term. Photovoltaic, wind power and power from biomass progress quickly. The process of transformation lasts decades. New solutions need time to step fully into the foot prints of oil.
The Urgent Task to Save Fuel
There is an urgent task to save fuel in order to prolong the use of the remaining fossil energies. Saving fuel is inevitable because the cost for fuel will increase further. There might be days of lower prices, but the general tendency is clear: up, up and up again.
Solutions are demanded in order to make the consumption of fuel affordable. Modern and already proven standards of housing construction show that 60% to 80% of the fuel can be saved.
Solutions for Money Saving Consumption Needed
Saving fuel in the field of traffic and transportation still sticks in the beginning. If the wheels have to turn further, fuel saving becomes highest priority. There are cars coming up with low fuel consumption or even bio-ethanol. Millions of used vehicles still are useful and they are driven for many more years. It makes sense, if there is a solution for used and new cars, trucks, motor-bikes etc. To save fuel also means to save money. Fuel Freedom International propagates such a convenient looking solution. This could be one solution among others, e.g. eco-efficient driving. Everything that helps saving fuel should be tested.
About the Author
Lil Waldner is a business economist. She is experienced in project management and marketing. She has worked as an editor for several newspapers and she has written booklets and essays on economic and public issues. Recommended link: http://www.nowsavefuel.myffi.biz
This is the latest version of Toyota's upcoming rear-wheel-drive sports car. Now called the FT-86 II, it was the only non-hybrid vehicle on Toyota's stand at the 2011 Geneva Auto Show. More Articles: www.insideline.com Prices Info www.edmunds.com on Twitter twitter.com Edmunds.com twitter.com Facebook Page: www.facebook.com
Parking for Electric Cars, Oslo Norway (October 2011), Oslo, Norway Oslo, Electric car, Parking, Canon G10 Video, Norway Fall 2011, Norge, Oslo, more than 200 electric cars... Video Rating: 0 / 5
Toyota Introduces Solar Power To Electric Vehicles
Toyota is developing electric cars which can utilize solar panels for power. This is the first time that Toyota is using solar energy, a great renewable source of energy to charge electric batteries in hybrid cars.
Solar panels are being mounted on each end of new Toyota electric cars to draw renewable energy from the sun. This is not the first time solar energy has been introduced as a source of energy to power automobiles. It is possible to create a solar powered vehicle but there are trade-offs when it comes to speed. As far as using it for powering electric batteries found in hybrid vehicles there is considerable concern as to whether or not the sun will be able to provide enough power to charge the battery.
Solar powered methods have been used for powering outdoor lamps. These lamps collect energy from the sun during the day and then can be used at night. That type of simple and efficient energy transfer for hybrid type vehicles still needs more development and improvement.
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It would seem, however, that Toyota may have found a means to effectively recharge hybrid batteries. Though Toyota has made no comment regarding this prototype, it is conceivable that solar energy could be harvested through panels and may possess enough energy to power dashboards systems, headlights, windshield wipers and even the vehicles radio. Other more energy utilizing systems may require much more power than panels can provide. If Toyota has found a way around this we'll know soon enough.
Since 2008, it has been rumored that Toyota has created a roof top solar panel for a next generation Prius. We know Toyota has been using solar power for its plant in central Japan but beyond that we'll just have to wait and see. But even if this becomes a mainstream reality, what price tag will it have?
When asked about the affect on the cash for car business, the owner of Quick Cash Auto felt he'd be doing fine either way. More than likely the price tag will be steep and in this economy where people are literally getting rid of leased and pre-owned vehicles like hot cakes to places like Quick Cash Auto, it'll probably be a long while before one could really consider a solar powered hybrid as a factor on present car values. And even if the day comes when everyone wants a new solar paneled trick out hybrid, they'll probably want to sell their current car anyway. So it looks like he'll be just fine. We're definitely going to be keeping an eye on later developments in this area. After all, this is the future of hybrids.
Remember when the first hybrid came out? It was heralded as the future of the conventional car. My how far we've come! And it looks like we're just getting started.
Bond Mejeh produces automotive related articles for Quick Cash Auto, a service helping people sell a car. Quick Cash Auto not only buys pre-owned vehicles of any make or model, but they also provide numerous articles about vehicle repair and automotive news.
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FOR PRICING & SPECS ON THIS CAR VISIT: kbb.com The notion of infusing an SUV with Porsche-like performance might have seemed laughable a decade ago but time has proven the concept sound. Now in its second generation the Porsche Cayenne continues to deliver the luxury, speed and style expected of a vehicle born in Stuttgart while also providing the functionality of an SUV.
Insurance for hybrid car is usually cheaper. There are many reasons why premiums for hybrid cars are low. Many carriers regard hybrid vehicle owners as safe drivers. Survey shows that hybrid car drivers are more responsible and have lesser chances of getting involved in accidents. Most hybrid car owners are above forty years old. There are very small percentages of young people that drive hybrid cars. In addition, survey also shows that many hybrid car drivers are married. Married drivers tend to have more responsible driving habits. If you own a hybrid car, you need to get adequate auto insurance coverage.
If you want to take advantage of low premium rate, you must prove that you have good driving record. You must not be involved in accidents within the past year. If you have a lousy driving record, you should improve it before applying for an auto insurance coverage. You can buy auto insurance from the same insurance company and get discount. Insurance providers like to reward customers that have purchased other types of insurance such as home and life.
Besides, you should check the financial rating of the auto insurance company. Many financial rating companies offer free financial information on auto insurance carriers. The ratings of major auto insurance providers are published on financial rating websites such as Standard & Poor. The rating shows how financially stable the company is. If the insurance company is undergoing financial problems, it will receive low financial ratings. It is important to apply insurance with a financially stable insurance provider. If the insurance company is not stable, it is likely that you won't get compensation for your claim.
The customer service of an insurance company is also important. The insurance company must provide good customer service so that your problem can be resolved quickly. The claim hotline should be available for 24 hours throughout the year. To see if the insurance company is receiving complaints, you can make a phone call to the Better Business Bureau (BBB). You can search for the complaint history of an insurance company on the BBB website.
To make sure you get the lowest rate, you must use search engine to compare quotes from different companies. Before submitting the insurance application, you have to read the terms in the policy. Reading the policy enables you to find out about all charges applicable to your policy purchase.
This is a 14 minute preview for my remake of my Peak Oil, Economic Collapse are a Fraud documentary. Finishing this small preview of the documentary took a lot of my energy and time. Update: August 4, 2011 I have received a very generous donation for 0 so I can build a computer to complete my documentaries. I am currently getting everything installed and I will be taking a break from the computer for a week or two, I am very tired from all the hard work I have been doing in the past months. After the break I will be finishing the documentary, which may take some time. I can't give an exact date or even month for when I will have the documentary finished. I will try for September. That is the best I can say. All charges dropped against Julie Bass, the Michigan gardener threatened with jail time for growing vegetables in her own yard Learn more: www.naturalnews.com I provide that evidence as proof that when we the people unite and demand cannabis to be LEGAL WITH NO RESTRICTIONS, the government has to comply. Marijuana seeds produce FAR MORE SEED AND ETHANOL per acre than the low THC strain. Energy companies, big pharma want marijuana illegal to keep making profits at the expense of poisoning the people and this planet. This madness can end just like Julies nightmare! We are all being scammed being sold this low THC strain of hemp, mid THC strains produce FAR more seed, therefore ethanol too! The more activists the faster this plant will be legal just like it used to be ... Video Rating: 4 / 5
BIOINFORMATICS, BIO - MEDICINE, AND GENE MANIPULATIONS IN DRUG DEVELOPMENT AND FUTURE MEDICAL CARE.
Dr.T.V.Rao, MD
Bioinformatics is an emerging science which brings together the fields of Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Bio Technology and Genetics under the fold of computers and Software Advances in Computer Technology. Thanks to James Watson - Crick in basic understanding of the Bacterial DNA (genome). The coding of Chromosomes through the Super Computers; Databases and Software Technology perfecting the code of life, now Bioinformatics has become a big enterprise. Research reports, from all round the world (300 Laboratories) presented recently during a major genome conference at Cold spring harbor laboratory showed clearly that an exciting technology is born. We doctors in the past looking the problems of life and disease through clinical medicine, few laboratory tests and other technical advances. The Bioinformatics is changing the entire concept, in future we may be compelled to view life and disease through the Chemistry of Genes. The facts about the human genome project were made public on the Internet by US department of energy and National Institute of Health, making the approach easier to any scientist or Doctor to learn the genomic science to utmost detail.
1. Basic findings of Genome Project: a) Basis of life is equal between two individuals upto 99.9% extent, secret of difference lies in only 0.1%, contributing to our individuality. b) There are approximately 30,000 Genes. c) Genetic Mutations are common in males, so men are agents of change. d) so Genetic diseases are common in men.
2. Computer Speaks (Bio information): With feeding of complicated information to a computer, it speaks that life is a pack of information with a clear message that book of the life written in the complex DNA consisting of four letters. A.T.G.C.
A = Adenine; T =Thymine; G = Guanine; C = Cytosine.
At present we have > 85% of information on 23 pairs of Human Chromosomes. In future science expects that Physician can solve many mysteries of disease just looking into a computer and the greatest advantage lies in detection of most of the Genetic disorders. In future many diagnostic tests may be done by Bioinformed computers, the chip locating abnormal base pairs at different gene locations. Now in many Nations scientific organizations of repute are on a path to Bioinformatics with aim to make the recent science available to many.
3. Bioinformatics and Gene Therapy: Gene therapy suffered with many problems in the past will have a greater revival with better understanding of human genome. Many gene therapy trails will become virtual realities.
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4. Bioinformatics and Proteomics: The knowledge of information about the Genes and Science of Genomics lead to science of proteomics To catalogue and analyse every protein in human system. The science of proteomics (Structural Genomics) will revolutionise the understanding of Hormones, Immunoglobulins targeting infections and Enzymes that build or break down energy reserves. We are aware now, that there are too, many proteins which guide our life (50,000 to about 2 millions). But few Proteins play the real orchestra, modifying different actions. Already many Bio Technology firms have started proteomics programme, if the events succeed to desired expectations there will be better quality of life serving to minute details.
5. Human Genome Project - Drugs of Future: At present we use certain drugs with a broad understanding to target only 500 proteins in the body, out of the 30,000 proteins already known to us. Because of the better understanding of Genome, Scientists have a good understanding on what happens if drug acting down to molecular level. Till now many drugs are experimented on trial and error basis mainly intervening at the level of signs and symptoms, and few at cellular levels.
With advances in Genomic Medicine there will be more rational approach in drug discovery and clinical application. In future it is possible to target the diseases like Diabetes and Cancer before the onset of physical disease (phenotypic expression). The scientific visions include interfering with the sick cell, sparing the healthy cells, making the therapy least toxic and harmful. The discovery in this direction lead to discovery of Monoclonal antibodies, choosing the particular receptor on the cancer cell responsible for propagation of disease. Already 12 such drugs are available in developed countries prominent being Herceptin, if blocks the HE-2/neu receptor, which is prominent on some breast cancer cells. Tepper’s group is on the way to find a Monoclonal which can block the common receptor for cancers like breast, prostate, lung and colon to create a super drug for many cancers. With better understanding on Bioinformatics Anti Cancer Drug discoveries will be target oriented with least toxic effects.
6. Genomic Based Drug Discovery: Alfred Gilman, a pharmacologist and winner of 1994 noble prize for his work on Cellular Signaling Mechanism, is now working with goal to trace the map of chemical pathways in the cells and use the knowledge to create virtual cell with all the pathways in a computer. Now the drug companies are using the Bioinformatics algorithms to predict the functions of proteins encoded by newly discovered genes. Many drugs discovers are moving to fast growing new area of Computer Science to fuel their endless quest for newer drugs and better targets.
7. Major Diseases on the List of Pharmaceutical Industry
The following diseases are being targeted by many drug firms with Bioinformatics include: AIDS, Mental Illnesses, Auto Immune Disease, Obesity, Alzheimer ’s disease, Heart Disease and Parkinson’s Disease.
From Experiments to Reality
The sequence of events from Discovery of Noble Laureate Joshua Lederberg (1958) on exchange of DNA within such chromosome pairs leads to process of homology recombination expressing in Genetic variation in the population. The present events of discovery by Mario Capecchi and Oliver Smithies applied the homology recombination in mammalian cell. The homologues recombination could take place between introduced DNA the cell Chromosome may even repair with the help of induced genes and awarded the Nobel Prize in 2007. The present study by them has targeted role of Genes involved in Mammalian organ development. Several human inborn errors an be targeted in events of malformation. If the future experiments are successful mouse models will be used for gene targeting The art of Medicine will be enriched with biology as source of future developments in Medicine.
Changing Role of Biology on Medicine: We are understanding more of Genes and inheretence.The quest to discover disease linked genes reaches all time high. Now it is understood the 3 million DNA bases in the Human genome have identified that about only one tenth, of one percent (Million) differ from one person to another. Variation in these particular letters called SNIPS or SNP’s, for single nucleotide polymorphisms have replaced genes as unit of heredity.
Role of Bioinformatics and Bio-Medicine on the Medical Profession: In the near future, every standard text book on Medicine, articles, journals published from reputed medical institutions emphasize the origin of disease on Genetic basis locating, few base pairs of Genes responsible for any complicated disease. The treatment approaches will be on targets of pathological process rather than vague remedies. We teachers in medicine should concentrate in understanding the role of Genes in disease and spread the message to our students. Let us learn to understand many diseases have a genetic basis and unlock the problem with a right key. Let there be more workshops, CME’s & Seminars on orientation of Bioinformatics and Biomedicine to our Doctors, so that we do not remain as Apes in front of a Bioinformed Computer.
Dr.T.V.Rao works as A professor in Medical Microbiology in India and interesting in propagation of futuristic ideas in science and Medicine to develop creative ideas in younger generation.
The insurance company, Allianz Versicherungs-AG, will be entering the competition as a premium partner and with two teams in 2011. "The electric car is coming. And there are good reasons for that. It is imperative to initiate a technology leap, and not to wait to react until the oil reserves are running short", Severin Moser, Chairman of the Board of the Allianz Versicherungs-AG. Video Rating: 5 / 5
You could be curious about some alternate ways to power your car. At the moment, the simplest way to power your auto is electric power.
You are possibly thinking that you would need to be an automobile mechanic to perform a conversion like this.
A step by step Guide
A workspace- garage, shop or some similar place, or even your laneway.
A list of the perfect automobile can be discovered on the step by step Guide. I myself think little autos are best.
After finding the vehicle you may use, you will need to take out the motor. It'd be smart to get a car without an engine in it. Once your DC electric car conversion is complete you will be extremely excited with an enormous grin on your face, especially when you drive by a gas station and do not have to stop. With a variety of over 100-200 miles and top speeds of sixty five miles per hour your electrical automobile will drive just like any auto on the road, except- no gas!
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Lexus hybrid cars are the embodiment of advanced technological experiments how scientists have been engaged in modifying the model with strenuous efforts, and finally this great automotive model was launched.
The breakthrough Lexus hybrid car models have salient features of GS 450h saloon performance, the LS 600h saloon luxury flagship, the RX 400h SUV, with their main features are very prominent in the marketplace of automotive models. Such main features help to reduce toxic gases, enhance efficiency, and reduce consumption of fuel by powerful engine. All such advantageous features are the blessing of automotive technology in the modern era.
The luxury Lexus hybrid is the innovative car model, which has perfect sets of rear wheel driving hybrid automobile without any stress & strain while driving this exclusive model of luxury Lexus hybrid cars. The fuel-powered engine has great workable efficiency in combination with complicated electric engine, which is more functional for the perfect mobility.
Luxury Lexus hybrid cars have an engine of 6.0-liter model, having remarkable and powerful workability along with low-ranged emission. Such electrical and hybrid car models are the perfect models, providing great comforts and specific luxury features to the consumers. Luxury Lexus hybrid cars has power button, affixed with the electric power system and you may accelerate the speed of your vehicle according to your desires without any gaseous emission.
The most exclusive features of the Lexus hybrid vehicles has dual power system, electrical and fuel-based are capable to work as unified system. You may control all variable transmission functionality and capability in order to make gentle acceleration without any technical issues for many times.
Such transmission gears are very important to save all energy saving properties, which are specific to Lexus hybrid cars. Lexus hybrid vehicles are very exclusive in saving energy and these are not nasty or noisy vehicles, which reduce the side effects of noise pollution in the environment. Lexus cars prime entrepreneurship has been trying to promote green or energy saving campaign by manufacturing exclusive features of luxury hybrids.
In the modern age, more stylish and sleek Lexus hybrid models are manufactured by branded companies for providing you all kinds of comforts and benefits in the most unique style. All its gears are very functional and efficient, having unique combination of low emissions. Lexus hybrid cars are wonderful and beautiful, having all luxurious and comfortable features for the consumers who are amazed to see such petrol consumption vehicles.
The Lexus brand was founded in the beginning of 1980s and started its manufacturing plants in 1989, which has been producing such high-quality and luxury models. Nowadays, these branded models are selling like hot cakes in America and other western countries due to its luxury, and fantastic features. Hybrid Cars have been gaining immense popularity, having exclusive models like Lexus RX 400, Toyota Prius and the Honda Civic Hybrid.Hybrid cars are much popular due to fuel economy than other traditional vehicles for the hybrid or electrical and petrol engines, which are available in cost-effective rates.
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Carjam Car Radio Show -- A Car Show About People Website: www.kclr96fm.com Twitter: www.twitter.com Youtube: www.youtube.com The "New BMW M5 F10 2011 2012" utilizes the S63 biturbo 4.4 Litre V8 with twin scroll turbocharging technology that is found in the BMW X5 M and X6 M, and the version in the M5 is expected to have an output of 560HP and 502 ft·lb (681 N·m) of torque. Turbocharging the M5 has not gone unnoticed, with long time fans of the M series being disappointed that BMW seems to be moving away from traditionally low displacement naturally aspirated high reving engines. Increasingly stringent international CO2 emissions and fuel consumption regulations are cited as the cause of death of the outgoing model's V10 engine, and the F10 M5 will cut CO2 emissions by 25%. The other advantage of turbocharging is that it generates considerably more low-end torque; the N63 biturbo 4.4 Litre V8 (the base engine from which the S63 is derived) has this advantage over the S85 V10 engine despite having fewer cylinders.[20] While the X5 M and X6 M currently have a 6-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic transmission, a dual clutch transmission will be used on the F10 M5, dropping the Getrag SMG III single-clutch 7-speed semi-automatic transmission used in the previous E60 M5. A manual transmission for the US market has not been confirmed nor denied, but prototypes have been caught being tested with a 6 speed manual.[21] The "New BMW M5 F10 2011 2012" will be further ...
In today's society, various cars are created to meet different requirements. Some cars emphasize on the appearances, while some put emphasis on the performances. With the development of this world, more and more people pay attention to the environment protection. As a result, many companies try to produce cars which are more environmental friendly. Many of these cars will make use of the electric.
In recent days, the Schaeffler Group shows a new and innovative car called The Schaeffler Hybrid Car. It is continuing its drive towards developing greener automotive technologies by announcing its new hybrid demonstration vehicle, the Schaeffler Hybrid.
Dr. Peter Gutzmer, member of the Executive Management Board responsible for technical development at the Schaeffler Group, says that the aim of producing this car is to test and compare different kinds of the hybrid projects so as to gather experiences and improve the system. This fully operational hybrid vehicle is part of an advanced development project at Schaeffler that enables practical comparisons to be made of a number of different vehicle configurations and driving conditions. As well as using a conventional volume-manufactured combustion engine, the Schaeffler Hybrid also incorporates a central electric motor and two wheel hub motors. The vehicle incorporates many Schaeffler brands, including INA, FAG, LuK, etc.
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With the help of the above mentioned system, each of the various elements can be switched on or off to simulate a wide range of different driving conditions. The vehicle's central unit is connected to the automated manual transmission using a toothed chain that drives the front wheels. This unit comprises a liquid-cooled, 50kW, 95Nm electric motor, which was designed and manufactured by IDAM (INA Drives & Mechatronics).
It is also the Schaeffler that develops the wheel hub motors. During the design and manufacture of these high performance components, Schaeffler was able to draw on its in-house expertise in wheel bearings and direct drive technologies. The wheel hub motors each form a compact unit that integrates a wheel bearing, drive and brake. The advantage of these drive units is the fact that they can be integrated in an existing vehicle platform without making any major changes to the vehicle architecture and offer low noise levels.
Addition to the components applied in the Schaeffler Hybrid, there are many other products which can be used in the electric automobiles or the hybrid vehicles. For example, the hybrid clutches which are used in high end hybrid SUVs and the electromechanical chassis.
Although the Schaeffler Hybrid will not be mass produced, with this kind of car, the company wants to demonstrate that the Schaeffler Group takes a holistic approach to mobility and offers innovative products for e-mobility solutions in its portfolio.
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