VW Concepts ERA Electric Car Stig – Fast Lane Daily 23May08

October 8, 2010 by  
Filed under Electric Cars


Volkswagen parties in Austria, a new Electric car is in play from Finland and what’s the latest dirt on Top Gear’s Stig. Hosted by Derek DeAngelis. Visit feed.fastlanedaily.com and vote for what you want in the show!

The Explorer Box by Compact Camping Concepts

July 29, 2010 by  
Filed under Fuel Economy


A DIY or ready to roll tent topped camping trailer for smaller fuel efficient vehicles at a dry weight of 350 to 400 pounds!

Considerations to Take in Order to Understand the Concepts of Car Gas Mileage Ratings

July 12, 2010 by  
Filed under Fuel Economy

Before we consider the ratings, we must understand what it is Car Gas Mileage Rating and also its criteria. So mainly on what criteria it is decided that the ratings of Car mileage are good or average or even bad. The ratings are based mainly on the feed back of the users and also observation of the vehicles combined with the statistics. So the ratings are not based in popularity but mainly the performance. The data which is offered are not rigid but are very flexible and always changing. So do not depend on the information remember it is quite fluctuating.

Let us consider the models of various and different cars on the basis of mileage.

The following are the latest car models that can be taken into consideration in order to understand the concepts of car gas mileage ratings.

Honda civic Coupe:

This is the latest model. It is a two door five seating family car. The horse power is about One Hundred and forty HP. Fuel capacity is about 13.20 gallons. Fuel type which can be used is unleaded type.

Engine type: The engine of Honda civic coupe 2008 is a sixteen-valve 1.8-liter MPFI engine. This enables this car to have an astounding mileage of approximately 36 miles on highway per gallon and 25 miles per gallon in the cities and towns.

The other models of Honda that are available in this series are

Honda Civic coupe DX5-Spd MT:

This is a good model having four cylinders, SOHC, 1.8 Liter engine which is similar to the model which is mentioned above but it differs in a single aspect with respect to mileage. Mileage of this car is approximately thirty-four kilometers on highway and 26 kilometers in towns or cities. Horse power is similar but there is a small difference in the mileage of the vehicle per gallon. Fuel type is unleaded. It has five speed gears.

Now let us consider the models of different companies like

Toyota, such as the Toyota Prius

Toyota Prius:

Toyota is a company that is as Eco friendly as Honda. It is a part of their policy. Prius is also a latest model on the block. The engine of Toyota is four Cylinders, DOHC and one point five liter engine. Horse power of Toyota Prius is nearby 110 HP. Fuel capacity is 11.90 gallons. Importantly the average of Toyota Prius is approximately forty five miles per gallon in the city and forty five miles on highway.

MINI Cooper:

This model has an engine that consists of four cylinders that uses nearly 1.6 liters of gas. The horse power of this engine is around one hundred and eighteen Horse power respectively. The mileage of MINI Cooper is approximately around thirty two or 32 miles per gallon in City and around Forty miles per gallon on high way.

These are the gas mileage ratings of the various car models of various companies that are very useful information for buying a particular model of car.

Muna wa Wanjiru Has Been Researching and Reporting on Gas Mileage for Years. For More Information on Car Gas Mileage Ratings, Visit His Site at CAR GAS MILEAGE RATINGS

Electric Cars. Renault ZE Zero Emission Electric Vehicle concepts: Kangoo, Zoe, Fluence and Twizy

July 3, 2010 by  
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Renault takes Frankfurt by storm unveiling a range of four ZE Zero Emission Electric Vehicle Concept cars. Check out the Kangoo ZE Concept – the delivery fan of tomorrow, the stylish Fluence ZE Concept the practical Twizy ZE Concept and the Zoe ZE Concept Car

Dodge, Jeep, and Chrysler Electric Vehicle Concepts @ NAIAS – Car and Driver

May 23, 2010 by  
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Chrysler shows it has a slew of electric vehicles in the pipeline, including a Chevy Volt competitor, and they’re coming to a road near you soon. Dodge, Jeep, and Chrysler Electric Vehicles – Car News www.caranddriver.com 2009 Detroit Auto Show www.caranddriver.com

4D Concepts Floral Tufted Kids Chair, Green/Purple/Yellow/Pink/Floral

May 18, 2010 by  
Filed under Going Green

  • Large back rest
  • Armside chair
  • Childs height
  • Fabric is a cotton poly blend
  • Espresso stained legs

Product Description
This beautifully crafted kids chair will brighten any kids room. The chair is crafted with 100% cotton upholstery for durable wear and easy clean. The chairs frame is crafted with composite wood and filled with polyfoam. The beautifully bun feet are finished in a dark walnut color. This chair includes the ottoman. Constructed of wood and fabric. Clean with non abrasive cloth. Comes fully assembled.

4D Concepts Floral Tufted Kids Chair, Green/Purple/Yellow/Pink/Floral

Green Concept’s Reusable Shopping Grocery Tote Bag – Collection of 4

May 15, 2010 by  
Filed under Going Green

  • Collection of 4 Green Concept’s reusable shopping bag
  • Durable, easy to clean and light weight
  • Made of 100% Non-Woven Polypropylene
  • Large capacity: 13″(W)x8″(D)x12.5″(H) and 14″(W)x5″(D)x15″(H)
  • Color: Beige, Brown, Grey and Green

Product Description
Did you know that over 1 million plastic bags are being consumed every minute? Some of the plastic bags will end up in our landfills and eventually break down into tiny toxic bits polluting our soil, river, lakes and oceans. If get disposed improperly, these plastic bags will be harmful to our widelife. For example, over 100,000 birds, seals, turtles and whales are killed by plastic rubbish every year. Help saving the environment by purchasing the Green Concept’s reusable tote bags. Our tote bags are great alternatives to plastic bags. For each reusable bag you buy, you help to eliminate hundreds of plastic bags. Green Concept is an eco friendly manufacturer that produces stylish and reusable tote bags. All of our bags are easy to clean, durable and 100% recyclable. Take action and save our world – get a Green Concept’s bag today!

Green Concept's Reusable Shopping Grocery Tote Bag - Collection of 4