Friday, April 14, 2006
Small Fuel Efficient SUV by General Motors
By Lance Winslow
With US Automakers under the careful eye of investors and analysts they realize that they must adapt to the changing market. With fuel prices up and Japanese Automakers capturing another 4-5% of the United States Auto Market it is clear that car buyers want more efficient vehicles. It is quite evident with the 284 million dollar loss at Ford and the Delphi bankruptcy that it is time for a change. General Motors is even discussing dumping GMAC and has already made a deal with the Unions to cut back on some of those healthcare benefits and start discussing the under funded pensions.
As a sign to shareholders and analysts General Motors announced its plans to come out with a new small SUV, as well as introduce some new cross-overs, as many as 14 by 2010. Will it be enough? That is for time to tell, but it shows that GM is serious about fixing some of its ills. There will be smaller versions of the Saturn Vue, Chevy Equinox and the Pontiac Torrent. It is hard to say if this is enough to get buyers to take their names off the waiting lists for Hybrids at the Japanese Automaker Dealerships of Toyota and Honda. The soccer mom has spoken, but one does have to wonder if it is a little too late to bring GM out of a downward spiral as our nation enters a change in our business cycle.
Simply building smaller cars and SUVa may not be enough because it is more about the $100 monthly gasoline bill that the average American Family is looking at than merely the size of the vehicle. In fact people would drive around school buses if they got 50 miles to the gallon. Size does matter, but efficiency in the revolutions per minute is even more important, because that means fuel economy. Think on this.
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With US Automakers under the careful eye of investors and analysts they realize that they must adapt to the changing market. With fuel prices up and Japanese Automakers capturing another 4-5% of the United States Auto Market it is clear that car buyers want more efficient vehicles. It is quite evident with the 284 million dollar loss at Ford and the Delphi bankruptcy that it is time for a change. General Motors is even discussing dumping GMAC and has already made a deal with the Unions to cut back on some of those healthcare benefits and start discussing the under funded pensions.
As a sign to shareholders and analysts General Motors announced its plans to come out with a new small SUV, as well as introduce some new cross-overs, as many as 14 by 2010. Will it be enough? That is for time to tell, but it shows that GM is serious about fixing some of its ills. There will be smaller versions of the Saturn Vue, Chevy Equinox and the Pontiac Torrent. It is hard to say if this is enough to get buyers to take their names off the waiting lists for Hybrids at the Japanese Automaker Dealerships of Toyota and Honda. The soccer mom has spoken, but one does have to wonder if it is a little too late to bring GM out of a downward spiral as our nation enters a change in our business cycle.
Simply building smaller cars and SUVa may not be enough because it is more about the $100 monthly gasoline bill that the average American Family is looking at than merely the size of the vehicle. In fact people would drive around school buses if they got 50 miles to the gallon. Size does matter, but efficiency in the revolutions per minute is even more important, because that means fuel economy. Think on this.
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Fuel Economy Guidelines Change and Nobody's Happy For Now
By Peter J.H. Johnson
Whenever new regulations regarding the auto industry are imposed, it reminds me
of two parents arguing about their child. One parent wants to make an unpopular
decision that will better their son or daughter in the long run. The other doesn't see
any long-term gains just short-term pain. The child usually takes the side with no
short-term pain. Last week the Bush Administration announced new Corporate
Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) guidelines to automakers that now include large
SUV's. Under the new rules, light trucks and SUV's must average 24 miles per gallon
by 2011, up from 21.6 mpg, an increase of more than 10% in 5 years. Automakers
say these new regulations pose serious challenges and prices will rise a few hundred
dollars per vehicle, hurting consumers. The Bush Administration said the new
regulations will help reduce America's dependence on foreign oil over the next few
years.
Like before, an automaker can use vehicles that get above the requirement to offset
those that get below. However, in order to achieve the higher average, automakers
will need to introduce new technologies to make fuel efficient vehicles even more
fuel efficient, and make gas guzzling SUV's drink fuel at a slower pace. Today many
new technologies improve power and reduce fuel consumption. Improved
aerodynamics, reduced weight and more efficient drive trains will help achieve these
gains. As automakers point out, there is a price to pay for all of these impending
improvements.
Although these are the biggest changes to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy
guidelines we've seen in a long time, they are long overdue. Over the last 10 years
we've seen a dramatic rise in large SUV sales like the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln
Navigator and Hummer H2. As these vehicles have become more commonplace, it's
time that they meet more strict regulations.
We've come a long way since the 1970's when the government made their first big
push to increase fuel economy. Today, our cars are cleaner, more fuel efficient and
more powerful. But we wouldn't have any of these improvements unless the
Government took the action it took. Whenever there is a challenge, automakers can
turn to there best and brightest for the solutions.
As it stands right now, large SUV's don't make much sense. Hopefully these new
guidelines will force automakers to downsize their offerings and push customers
into more sensible vehicles. And it's best to get this done before the next spike in
fuel prices. When prices spike due to a supply issue, vehicles like the Hummer H2
will become the hot potato that nobody will want to be caught with. Who's side will
you be on then?
Peter Johnson is the chief writer for http://www.all-about-car-selection.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Peter_J.H._Johnson
By Peter J.H. Johnson
Whenever new regulations regarding the auto industry are imposed, it reminds me
of two parents arguing about their child. One parent wants to make an unpopular
decision that will better their son or daughter in the long run. The other doesn't see
any long-term gains just short-term pain. The child usually takes the side with no
short-term pain. Last week the Bush Administration announced new Corporate
Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) guidelines to automakers that now include large
SUV's. Under the new rules, light trucks and SUV's must average 24 miles per gallon
by 2011, up from 21.6 mpg, an increase of more than 10% in 5 years. Automakers
say these new regulations pose serious challenges and prices will rise a few hundred
dollars per vehicle, hurting consumers. The Bush Administration said the new
regulations will help reduce America's dependence on foreign oil over the next few
years.
Like before, an automaker can use vehicles that get above the requirement to offset
those that get below. However, in order to achieve the higher average, automakers
will need to introduce new technologies to make fuel efficient vehicles even more
fuel efficient, and make gas guzzling SUV's drink fuel at a slower pace. Today many
new technologies improve power and reduce fuel consumption. Improved
aerodynamics, reduced weight and more efficient drive trains will help achieve these
gains. As automakers point out, there is a price to pay for all of these impending
improvements.
Although these are the biggest changes to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy
guidelines we've seen in a long time, they are long overdue. Over the last 10 years
we've seen a dramatic rise in large SUV sales like the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln
Navigator and Hummer H2. As these vehicles have become more commonplace, it's
time that they meet more strict regulations.
We've come a long way since the 1970's when the government made their first big
push to increase fuel economy. Today, our cars are cleaner, more fuel efficient and
more powerful. But we wouldn't have any of these improvements unless the
Government took the action it took. Whenever there is a challenge, automakers can
turn to there best and brightest for the solutions.
As it stands right now, large SUV's don't make much sense. Hopefully these new
guidelines will force automakers to downsize their offerings and push customers
into more sensible vehicles. And it's best to get this done before the next spike in
fuel prices. When prices spike due to a supply issue, vehicles like the Hummer H2
will become the hot potato that nobody will want to be caught with. Who's side will
you be on then?
Peter Johnson is the chief writer for http://www.all-about-car-selection.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Peter_J.H._Johnson
Whenever new regulations regarding the auto industry are imposed, it reminds me
of two parents arguing about their child. One parent wants to make an unpopular
decision that will better their son or daughter in the long run. The other doesn't see
any long-term gains just short-term pain. The child usually takes the side with no
short-term pain. Last week the Bush Administration announced new Corporate
Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) guidelines to automakers that now include large
SUV's. Under the new rules, light trucks and SUV's must average 24 miles per gallon
by 2011, up from 21.6 mpg, an increase of more than 10% in 5 years. Automakers
say these new regulations pose serious challenges and prices will rise a few hundred
dollars per vehicle, hurting consumers. The Bush Administration said the new
regulations will help reduce America's dependence on foreign oil over the next few
years.
Like before, an automaker can use vehicles that get above the requirement to offset
those that get below. However, in order to achieve the higher average, automakers
will need to introduce new technologies to make fuel efficient vehicles even more
fuel efficient, and make gas guzzling SUV's drink fuel at a slower pace. Today many
new technologies improve power and reduce fuel consumption. Improved
aerodynamics, reduced weight and more efficient drive trains will help achieve these
gains. As automakers point out, there is a price to pay for all of these impending
improvements.
Although these are the biggest changes to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy
guidelines we've seen in a long time, they are long overdue. Over the last 10 years
we've seen a dramatic rise in large SUV sales like the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln
Navigator and Hummer H2. As these vehicles have become more commonplace, it's
time that they meet more strict regulations.
We've come a long way since the 1970's when the government made their first big
push to increase fuel economy. Today, our cars are cleaner, more fuel efficient and
more powerful. But we wouldn't have any of these improvements unless the
Government took the action it took. Whenever there is a challenge, automakers can
turn to there best and brightest for the solutions.
As it stands right now, large SUV's don't make much sense. Hopefully these new
guidelines will force automakers to downsize their offerings and push customers
into more sensible vehicles. And it's best to get this done before the next spike in
fuel prices. When prices spike due to a supply issue, vehicles like the Hummer H2
will become the hot potato that nobody will want to be caught with. Who's side will
you be on then?
Peter Johnson is the chief writer for http://www.all-about-car-selection.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Peter_J.H._Johnson
By Peter J.H. Johnson
Whenever new regulations regarding the auto industry are imposed, it reminds me
of two parents arguing about their child. One parent wants to make an unpopular
decision that will better their son or daughter in the long run. The other doesn't see
any long-term gains just short-term pain. The child usually takes the side with no
short-term pain. Last week the Bush Administration announced new Corporate
Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) guidelines to automakers that now include large
SUV's. Under the new rules, light trucks and SUV's must average 24 miles per gallon
by 2011, up from 21.6 mpg, an increase of more than 10% in 5 years. Automakers
say these new regulations pose serious challenges and prices will rise a few hundred
dollars per vehicle, hurting consumers. The Bush Administration said the new
regulations will help reduce America's dependence on foreign oil over the next few
years.
Like before, an automaker can use vehicles that get above the requirement to offset
those that get below. However, in order to achieve the higher average, automakers
will need to introduce new technologies to make fuel efficient vehicles even more
fuel efficient, and make gas guzzling SUV's drink fuel at a slower pace. Today many
new technologies improve power and reduce fuel consumption. Improved
aerodynamics, reduced weight and more efficient drive trains will help achieve these
gains. As automakers point out, there is a price to pay for all of these impending
improvements.
Although these are the biggest changes to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy
guidelines we've seen in a long time, they are long overdue. Over the last 10 years
we've seen a dramatic rise in large SUV sales like the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln
Navigator and Hummer H2. As these vehicles have become more commonplace, it's
time that they meet more strict regulations.
We've come a long way since the 1970's when the government made their first big
push to increase fuel economy. Today, our cars are cleaner, more fuel efficient and
more powerful. But we wouldn't have any of these improvements unless the
Government took the action it took. Whenever there is a challenge, automakers can
turn to there best and brightest for the solutions.
As it stands right now, large SUV's don't make much sense. Hopefully these new
guidelines will force automakers to downsize their offerings and push customers
into more sensible vehicles. And it's best to get this done before the next spike in
fuel prices. When prices spike due to a supply issue, vehicles like the Hummer H2
will become the hot potato that nobody will want to be caught with. Who's side will
you be on then?
Peter Johnson is the chief writer for http://www.all-about-car-selection.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Peter_J.H._Johnson
P. Diddy Makes Sean John Rims For Luxury SUV's, Trucks, And Cars
By Steve Farber
Sean "P. Diddy" Combs has already made his mark as a musician and all-around entertainment entrepreneur. P. Diddy has built up his empire from a record label to a conglomerate of "gangster chic" consumer items, he now has another money making machine on his hands. Diddy is now in the auto parts business designing luxury custom car and truck rims with Weld Wheel Industries Inc.
The 50-50 joint venture between Combs' Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group and Kansas City's Weld Wheel Industries Inc. was announced at the 2005 New York International Auto Show and targets sports trucks, luxury SUVs and high-end American and German automobiles. The Sean John signature wheel designs retail between $700 to $3,000 each and are a high-end, quality alternative to mainstream custom wheels.
Styling and innovation is synonymous with Combs, and Sean Jean Wheels are all about hot styling. Designed specifically to reflect the sexy, sophisticated P. Diddy lifestyle image. Sean John Wheels are custom crafted for unmatched strength, lightness, and optimum brake cooling ability, and combine stylish, aggressive multi-spoke designs with an aura of elegance that will top off any custom or luxury ride.
In the urban market, custom rims have become a fashion statement if not a "badge of honor". Can any urban lifestyle brand now be complete without a line of dubs? Seriously, chrome rims are the new cologne. Sean's personal choice is the Zeus model which he's added as the finishing touch to his Rolls-Royce Phantom.
The way they've designed the Diddy's line of wheels, they look like they're moving even when they're not. Each of the nine designs- from the elegant six-spoke to the amazingly intricate 18-spoke versions - are built to Weld's legendary toughness and durability standards, delivering low moment of inertia for improved acceleration and air flow to help cooling and reduce lift and drag. They have even given them ancient Greek names like: Zeus, Atlas and Apollo just to name a few.
Your car really is not finished until you buy your custom rims for it. That kind of dictates who you are, like in your Benz, Phantom Rolls Royce, or your Chevy, Ford or whatever car you drive.
Before you go out and spend three to twelve thousand dollars, you need to do some research. You need to read up on the following wheel characteristics: backspace, bolt patterns, centerbore, offset, plus sizing, spacers, wheel adapters and proper torque.
Sean John rims by Steve Farber - http://www.Custom-Wheels-n-Rims.com and http://www.Just-Spinner-Rims.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Steve_Farber
Sean "P. Diddy" Combs has already made his mark as a musician and all-around entertainment entrepreneur. P. Diddy has built up his empire from a record label to a conglomerate of "gangster chic" consumer items, he now has another money making machine on his hands. Diddy is now in the auto parts business designing luxury custom car and truck rims with Weld Wheel Industries Inc.
The 50-50 joint venture between Combs' Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group and Kansas City's Weld Wheel Industries Inc. was announced at the 2005 New York International Auto Show and targets sports trucks, luxury SUVs and high-end American and German automobiles. The Sean John signature wheel designs retail between $700 to $3,000 each and are a high-end, quality alternative to mainstream custom wheels.
Styling and innovation is synonymous with Combs, and Sean Jean Wheels are all about hot styling. Designed specifically to reflect the sexy, sophisticated P. Diddy lifestyle image. Sean John Wheels are custom crafted for unmatched strength, lightness, and optimum brake cooling ability, and combine stylish, aggressive multi-spoke designs with an aura of elegance that will top off any custom or luxury ride.
In the urban market, custom rims have become a fashion statement if not a "badge of honor". Can any urban lifestyle brand now be complete without a line of dubs? Seriously, chrome rims are the new cologne. Sean's personal choice is the Zeus model which he's added as the finishing touch to his Rolls-Royce Phantom.
The way they've designed the Diddy's line of wheels, they look like they're moving even when they're not. Each of the nine designs- from the elegant six-spoke to the amazingly intricate 18-spoke versions - are built to Weld's legendary toughness and durability standards, delivering low moment of inertia for improved acceleration and air flow to help cooling and reduce lift and drag. They have even given them ancient Greek names like: Zeus, Atlas and Apollo just to name a few.
Your car really is not finished until you buy your custom rims for it. That kind of dictates who you are, like in your Benz, Phantom Rolls Royce, or your Chevy, Ford or whatever car you drive.
Before you go out and spend three to twelve thousand dollars, you need to do some research. You need to read up on the following wheel characteristics: backspace, bolt patterns, centerbore, offset, plus sizing, spacers, wheel adapters and proper torque.
Sean John rims by Steve Farber - http://www.Custom-Wheels-n-Rims.com and http://www.Just-Spinner-Rims.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Steve_Farber
