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One of the most prominent icons in the history of Formula One racing is known as Gordon Murray. He is a 5-time Formula One champion and a car designer, has turned into making green cars and able to highlight the T27 model after designing the first model called T25. Gordon became the McLaren’s F1 Head Designer who created the gas powered T25 that was able to achieved almost 100mpg on a future rally called the Brighton to London. On the other hand, the new T27 has a new feature like the electric motor and it is totally green in its own way. 

Formula One racing has never been the same as it goes green next year. It is based on the stakeholder’s agreement to utilize a brand new type of engine for grand prix which is set on the year 2013. It is likely that the Formula One race cars will be officially transformed into eco-friendly next gen race cars in the near future. According to the F1 big green press announcement, there will be new rules set by FIA and it is certainly confirmed by the governing body. On the other hand, Ferrari and Mercedes was quite hesitant with the move considering that it will be an additional cost and saying that it was an unnecessary expense during the time when the Formula One is planning to lessen its cost. Although, the set of rules had already been agreed by the committee, the spokesman of Ferrari said that, “if it was not announced by the world council, he would be surprised.” This new development would be adding more cost grounds and he had a few concerns regarding this plan. However, he stated that if there is an agreement, we must work accordingly.
This “Green” engine grand prix car advocacy is said to be based on reflection towards the trend of the road car fuel efficiency and to make it more recognizable in the world of auto racing. Thus, it will augment the demands and supply of these types of engines for the coming years and for the next generation as well. Currently, Formula race cars are using the 2.4 liters V8s engine which will become a history very soon. The new type of “green” cars will be using a 1.6 liters with 4 cylinder turbo engines that have fuel control, and the so-called energy recovery systems. It is possible that the F1 organization will be switching to a green technology, as well as using cleaner fuels that will be beneficial in the auto racing industry for the years to come.

Green Car Journal chose the Honda Civic natural Gas as the 2012 Green Car of the Year in a ceremony held at the L.A. Auto Show. 
The Civic was commented for being a certified EPA cleanest running internal combustion vehicle while being the only assembly-lined produced natural gas passenger car model sold in the US. Ron Cogan, publisher and editor of Green Cars Journal said in a statement that Honda is the only natural gas vehicle running on the US highways and the recognition has been long overdue for the Civic natural gas model.
He also added that this new generation of Civic natural Gas has more fuel efficiency, a handsome exterior and roomy interiors and the exclusive tailpipe emission level that is still unavailable to any other internal combustion production automobiles. The Civic was chosen by its running on a clean fuel which is domestically available and cost less than regular gasoline by 30%.
The Civic is a fifth generation model and has a retail value of not more than $26,000 and was picked up as a standout among the five finalists including Ford’s Focus Electric (Fusion and Fortune 500)the Toyota Prius, Mitsubishi, and the Volkswagen Passat TDI.
Green Car Award is an annual recognition of the car model that has contributed to the Green advocacy and the utilization of technology to produce vehicles that are ecology friendly. Only cars that were newly launched or introduced or have completely undergone a redesigning technology in the past year are eligible to win the prestigious award. Chevrolet Volt as the previous winner. watch?v=7PqxusGisYs&feature=player_embedded
In a related ceremony, the Volkswagen Passant was judged Car of the Year after a proposal for a new federal gas mileage rules as imposed for reducing independency on foreign oil and for improving fuel efficiency with an average gas mileage of 54.5 miles per galoon by car model year 2015.
The new rules will generally add more thousands of dollars to the cost of a new car but proponents of the rules are optimistic that the money saved from spending less gas will outweighs the additional cost over dealerships and retails. As of now only a few car manufacturers are looking positively at the new ruling.
Green Car Journal is crossing fingers that by 2015, more participants will fight for the prestigious award and hope by the coming years all vehicles running on the road are a certified green car.

The world is increasingly alarming from natural disasters and abrupt changes of humid and atmospheric temperature because of one end result – smoke! Coming from factories and vehicles, there is so much to change in our mother earth environment. Perhaps with cars being confined and populated in every city we lived in, we can make use of recycling or using eco-friendly vehicles. On the contrary, you don’t have to think green to love green cars.  Since car shows are inclined to prestige and durable models, the hybrid can alter and revolutionize the production of carbon to the environment. Furthermore, green cars are considered “healthy” to the public and do not require gasoline as fuel. Hybridized vehicle is much efficient if electric-powered batteries are used instead of gasoline as fuel. Imagine the difference of consuming 45 miles per gallon of mileage compare to 25-mile range. However, knowing that these vehicles are run through an electrical source, there are limited in count. If gasoline stations are widely commercialized, drivers can load liters of it at their convenience. Likewise, for green cars, it can anticipate a few stations to recharge your car. The path to environmental friendly zone still coincides with the used of gasoline as the main source of fuel. As far as we are concerned, it will take years to conserve the oil and gas industry to a more economical means of green environment. Thus, there are many cars made exclusively to touch the surface of eco-friendly surroundings. Ford Escape and Fusion models are made to emit low consumption thereby keeping the environment as clean as possible.  They are both useful for families since it can load enough passengers. Honda Civic Hybrid is one of the top sellers of all time. Since it is affordable by many buyers, it also manifest eco-friendly specs especially engine consumption of its horsepower capabilities. Competing rivals with the Honda brand, Nissan also compels a sedan choice for everyone. The low-emissions engine is suitable to cause less pollution to the ecology system. I guess you might wonder Lexus HS embarks the deluxe icon of green cars in the automobile industry not to mention its 35 MPG tuning that is even better in environmental technology. Though mechanics are still finding ways to upkeep less pollution from the used of gasoline as fuels, electric cars will serve as a prototype to synthesize the amount of energy for public transportation. Nonetheless, we have to keep things abreast now that our technology is becoming a trend in our generation. Ultimately, if we put notice to green cars even before modern cars are invented, our environment can live peacefully once again.

In participation with the big event for green cars, the Green Car Journal had announced the five finalists that met the standard for the green car for 2012. This was a big accomplishment and honor for car manufacturers to be entitled as one of the eco-friendly cars.  The debut of the five green cars of 2012 was honored to be the leaders in the field of automotive. The winners were announced on the press conference held in the auto show press in Los Angeles.

In no particular order, the five finalists to be inaugurated are:

2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI
2012 Toyota Prius V
2012 Mitsubishi I
2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas
2012 Ford Focus Electric

The cars were recognized all over the world to be the most eco-friendly vehicles that will not only benefit Mother Nature but the people as well. The finalists were honored in the Green Car Journal as the top 5 most bio green cars for the year of 2012. The cars became the pride of environmentalists that have risen to the top in the field of environment conscious models.

What’s interesting about the outstanding nominees of green cars is that they represent unique and different takes on what really makes a vehicle green. Green Car finalist Honda Civic Natural Gas is said to be the champion on alternative fuel burning that burns fuel cleanly that made it an abundant model in U.S.  
The Toyota Prius V belongs to the variants of Toyota’s hybrid models, which is larger and marks the expansion of the Prius family. Volkswagen Passat TDI continues to make its way in expanding the range of lower emission vehicles that uses clean and natural diesel products achieving a high and outstanding mpg rating, which is impressive.

Next are the Mitsubishi I and Ford Focus Electric that continue to march towards the greater choice of a zero emission and all electric vehicles along the American highways.

Ron Cogan, publisher and editor of the Green Car Journal stated that this line of green cars are exquisite and deserves to be the finalists because this car may be the solution for the transportation challengers. The nominees deserve being recognized due to their natural and unique approaches in providing the consumers wide range of choices for intelligent and environmentally compatible vehicles. This car is yet again another invention that will hone a better and perfect future for eco-friendly cars.

The ever known Formula 1 was set to be coming to Vegas. Since it is no yet considered a race, Formula 1 is said to be bringing the traveling road show in Vegas termed by many as “Formula 1 Comes to Las Vegas.” The prestigious events will feature teams, drivers and F1 cars together with famous sponsors, which will be participated in by audiences and fans to spice up the whole event and add an interest to the sport itself.  

The event will also feature parties, concerts and exhibitions that will surely turn the table upside down. Simulated races and Exotic car show will be held on Strips of Las Vegas to make the event more special and interesting.

And the event is not yet complete because F1 is setting up the unexpected fan village where fanatics and other F1 enthusiasts are welcome to join just like in a real F1 races. The event is rendered as a giant celebration where fan get the chance to see F1 cars together with tech, boosters and high definition engines up close. The estimated costs for adult tickets are said to be thirty dollars while kids are fifteen dollar; people can also avail of VIP options and other several charity events where tickets are available for purchase.

The so-called F1 exhibition is wonderful, but everyone thinks that Las Vegas is the most perfect place for another American F1 race that anyone would love to see a real race to be scheduled here. As a popular tourist destination, Las Vegas is accessible to the U.S. for about three to four hours. Comments rained over Vegas as the perfect place to hold the Grand Prix for Formula 1 race. The active city became more active after knowing that F1 is coming, the city was said to offer great attraction including the Formula 1 event that will add to the car fun moment for the fans. Organizers of the said event like Autosports, which is a well-known Marketing Group, will be leading the Formula 1 race even in Vegas.
Las Vegas already hosted several Formula events, and that includes the Grand Prix in Caesars Palace that was held in the year of 1981 and year 1982. Alan Jones was the winner of the 1981 Race in Vegas and Alain Prost was crowned second while Nigel Mansell who is a British legend came fourth. The tensions rise as the event comes closer and fans are asking for more F1 races.

There are many selections of custom wheels and rims that you can purchase at very low prices. If you are looking for a sleek and high-end look, then you can try the Vossen custom rims and wheels. They offer products and packages that suit your needs and personality. You will experience a great satisfaction when you try these fantastic custom rims on your Honda Accord car. The prices and quality of these custom wheels are above excellence. The good news is that you can upgrade your orders anytime at your convenience. They provide all the services that you need for your Honda Accord automobile and you will surely love it.

Honda is considered to be the champion in terms of maximizing fuel economy. As they continue to provide excellence in their custom wheels and tires at a discounted price. There are hundreds of custom wheel brands that you can choose from. If you really want to save money in buying wheels and tires, then you should try some packages that sell 4 wheels and 4 tires at a wholesale price. Make sure that you choose a reliable company that can provide you a hassle-free installation when buying any custom wheels for your Honda Accord. These custom wheels are designed with different sizes starting from 14-inch wheels to 32-inch wheels. When buying one, you should make sure that it has a manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that it can be replaced in case of any defects. On the other hand, these products are tested beforehand and have been approved by the quality control.

If you are planning to customize your wheel, then you can visit several websites online and check some various wheels that are built for Honda Accord brand. You will see the hottest deals online and choose what’s best for your car. It is very easy to choose the right custom wheel for your automobile. All you have to do is identify the year, model and the option of your Honda Accord. Every week, several websites provide discounts and blowout to their customers. You can purchase an amazing custom wheels at half of its original price. You can buy the so-called speedy wheels if you love car racing. There are glossy black wheels that you can purchase of less than a hundred dollars. You can choose from different colors and looks such as machine, hyper, and glossy black. You can also have a silver finish, which is very brilliant for your car.

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Lots of people dream to have a ride on a real sportcar. Take a look and maybe you will change your mind )

Interesting, what those guys think, when they hear that karting is safe! Hope their necks are ok!

It just for fun! Who wants to be in the car, controlled by someone with several finger tips!

Among the different types of cars on the road today, there is no doubt about the style and design of the Lamborghini being among the best. The Lamborghini cars are what most vehicle enthusiast dreams are woven around. The cars are a lavish and most of the time a once in a life time investment. Lambo doors which are vertical doors are unique and exotic accessories. The performance crazy enthusiasts all over the world are enthralled with the vehicle’s roadworthiness and the beauty of the vertical door design that makes the car stand apart in a crowd.

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