Geek Blast » World http://www.geekblast.com Just another WordPress weblog Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:39:24 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2 Dierks Bentley- Beautiful World (Featuring Patty Griffin) http://www.geekblast.com/2011/03/dierks-bentley-beautiful-world-featuring-patty-griffin/ http://www.geekblast.com/2011/03/dierks-bentley-beautiful-world-featuring-patty-griffin/#comments Sun, 06 Mar 2011 01:48:45 +0000 Geek Researcher http://www.geekblast.com/2011/03/dierks-bentley-beautiful-world-featuring-patty-griffin/

Dierks Bentley and Patty Griffin record ‘Beautiful World’

Music video by Dierks Bentley performing Settle For A Slowdown.

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World Class Choice In Gmc Engines From Ford Motors http://www.geekblast.com/2010/11/world-class-choice-in-gmc-engines-from-ford-motors/ http://www.geekblast.com/2010/11/world-class-choice-in-gmc-engines-from-ford-motors/#comments Thu, 04 Nov 2010 04:48:56 +0000 Geek Researcher http://www.geekblast.com/2010/11/world-class-choice-in-gmc-engines-from-ford-motors/ World Class Choice In Gmc Engines From Ford Motors

If there is a vehicle model that is as famous as the automobile itself, it has to be Ford motors. Its tentacles spread across every part of the world, where it has made a name as one of the global motor vehicle providers that has beaten the test of time in terms of vehicle manufacture and creativity. GMC engines are also one of the most significant names in the motor engine world, the love of automobile engineers and the delight of any lover of a high performing, quality car model.

Ford motors are an infamous American Multinational Corporation that has its base in a suburb of Detroit in Dearborn, Michigan. Founded by Henry Ford and incepted in 1903, the automaker has had more than a century of success in Motor engineering. In its wake of excellence, the company also owns the Mercury Brands, Lincoln as well as the Volvo vehicles from Sweden, as well as a significant but minute stake in the Japanese Mazda and the English Aston Martin.

At currently fourth in the league of the world’s largest automakers, Ford Motors has been the most significant of all Motor Makers across the world in the last hundred years, mostly due to its tenacity to manufacture vehicles in large scale. Within the same league of excellence in motor engineering is GMC, company that has provided the world with some of the most memorable car designs. General Motors has strong divisions that have been elaborate in engine development, such as the GMC trucks that an icon of innovation in the world of automobile engineering. GMC has been in the manufacture of medium duty vehicle models, SUVs and light trucks. GMC engines are also reliable and generally very popular in the world of automobile.

From these two giant vehicle makers, Fordmotorsand General Motors unique GMC engines,there have been many models manufactured while the engines they use depict great talent in this industry. On the other hand, if you have had an engine that has broken down or is giving you problems as a result of obsoleteness, it is time you got a replacement at an affordable cost, almost half the price of a new engine from these giant manufacturers. There is no reason for undergoing such a high cost of replacement with a new engine, while the distinction between a used engine and a new one is simply the price.

For many consumers today, they have realized the importance of the options existing for them from purchasing Ford motors or GMC engines or getting used ones in good shape. Do not find it as confusing while trying to find that car engine fit for your vehicle, since through online resources you can easily have all the answers about engine replacement answered. It hardly matters what Ford or GMC model engine you are searching for today, you are bound to get it online. The deals are also well packaged, providing you with a chance to have a discount and save on money without compromising on the engine quality.

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Most Expensive Car In The World Today : Can You Afford It? http://www.geekblast.com/2010/09/most-expensive-car-in-the-world-today-can-you-afford-it/ http://www.geekblast.com/2010/09/most-expensive-car-in-the-world-today-can-you-afford-it/#comments Wed, 29 Sep 2010 12:57:10 +0000 Jamie Goodyear http://www.geekblast.com/2010/09/most-expensive-car-in-the-world-today-can-you-afford-it/ There is always a quest for the ultimate in every thing and every idea on the planet we live in. Everywhere people are interested in the most this and the most that and fastest sports car or the biggest motorcycle in the world. So with regards to the most highly cost in auto market, anyone from students to high-end car owners is interested in knowing, and now you ask , “what is the costliest car in the world today”. We’re not discussing about vintage cars here that are kept in the automobile museum or some unusual cars that are tailor made with diamonds studded steering wheel and horn size exhaust pipe. We are discussing about the existing market price of a ready to drive on the highway car that is deemed to be the costliest car in the world today.

The number of gorgeous and expensive cars in the world is extensive. Everything from fancy sports cars like your normal Ferrari to Rolls Royce, you can quickly find cars priced at half a million dollars. What’s up with half a million deemed expensive? If you look at the standard Japanese car or European car out there, you can get one modestly good car for less than thirty thousand dollars. So when you have a car costing more than a million, that should be thought to be very expensive.

Are you ready for some mindblowing information? The Bugatti Veyron, this is now the most expensive car in the world today. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport will cost an approximated price of $2 million. This is truly mind-numbing, taking into account how many pricey diamonds, how many luxury houses and how many Japanese cars you can purchase with that amount of cash. You may have the money, but you might not get it. Why? Since there are only 50 of this prime model made each year. With so much cash and wealth floating around, the super rich car owners might have to wait three years at least for their cars to be delivered.

The Bugatti Veyron has a W16 engine which is principally a two narrow-angle V8s sharing a crankshaft. At the same time with four turbochargers, it generates a massive 1,200 hp and allows it to reach a outstanding speed of 268 miles per hour. When there is anything to equate to, your hottest 2010 Porsche Boxster resemble a rabbit chasing a horse. The initial Bugatti Veyron 16.4, which entered formation in 2005, hits 60 mph in 2.5 seconds and reaches its top speed of 252 mph in just 55 secs.

If you ever thought of buying the most expensive car in the world today, you may be just about the most highly paid worker in this world. Otherwise every single child find the money for this sort of luxury, you must therefore be making a great deal. But you must remember one thing, the costliest car in the world would come with the most expensive spare parts, most expensive insurance, most expensive maintenance and most expensive tax on the automobile. However, we would not be surprised if you are among the wealthiest person in your country who can easily afford it.

Want to find out more about Most expensive car in the world today, then visit Jamie Goodyear’s site on how to choose the best Most expensive Lexus for your driving needs.

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The World of Digital Cameras http://www.geekblast.com/2010/09/the-world-of-digital-cameras/ http://www.geekblast.com/2010/09/the-world-of-digital-cameras/#comments Sat, 18 Sep 2010 11:57:53 +0000 Geek Researcher http://www.geekblast.com/2010/09/the-world-of-digital-cameras/ The World of Digital Cameras

 

A digital camera is a camera that captures images on a light-sensitive sensor. It can record video or still photograph, or both. It has many features that are not available in film cameras such as displaying an image on the screen right after it was taken, the capability to save thousands of pictures, the ability to revise and delete images, and record video with sound. Nowadays, digital cameras are integrated in almost every high-tech gadget like PDA’s, notebooks, mobile phones, and even astronomical equipment.

 

Nearly every digital camera uses some kind of storage device to store image data. Some of the most common removable storage tools include CompactFlash (CF-I), Memory Stick, Microdrive (CF-II), MicroSD, MiniSD Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Secure Digital Card (SD), SmartMedia, USB flash drive, and xD-Picture Card (xD). The general data formats for digital camera images are the Tagged Image File Format (TIFF) and Joint Photography Experts Group (JPEG). Though there are a number of cameras, particularly DSLR cameras, that support a Raw format. A raw image data is an unprocessed set of pixels found from the camera’s sensor. Some manufacturers have their own formats to save raw data. Nikon has NEF type, CR2 or CRW for Canon, and MRW for Minolta. If you are planning to buy a digital camera or already have one, you may want to check the types of digital cameras listed below. The more you know about your gadget, the better you can take advantage of its potentials.

Bridge Also referred to as SLR-like cameras, bridge types are high-end cameras that are sort of the combination of DSLRs and compact cameras thus called “bridge”. Models of bridge cameras currently out in market include the Fujifilm FinePix S100fs, Canon PowerShot S5 IS, Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50 and Olympus SP-570UZ.

 

Compact Digital For informal and “snapshot” uses, compact cameras are highly recommended. They are small and very handy but the disadvantage with this type is some functionalities are compromised. Mainly all compact cameras have built-in flash typically of low power, restricted capability for motion picture, and macro capability.

 

Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) It is a type of digital camera that applies an automatic mirror mechanism that guides light from the lens all the way through the viewfinder eyepiece. One of the reasons why DSLR has so much popularity despite its very high cost is its ability to replace and attach specialized lenses based on one’s photographic requirements.

Digital Rangefinder A camera equipped with a rangefinder is called a rangefinder camera. It uses a focusing mechanism that permits the photographer to gauge the distance of the subject before taking the shots that are in sharp focus. This is in contrast with most digital cameras that have automatic focus. The first ever digital rangefinder camera is the Epson R-D1 which is the result of Epson and Cosina’s partnership.

 

Video Camera This type are used to record images in motion such as professional video cameras (used in TV and movie production); camcorders (used by beginners and includes a microphone to record sound); and webcams (for people chatting over the internet).

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Roadfly.com – BMW 320si World Touring Car WTCC Race Car http://www.geekblast.com/2010/07/roadfly-com-bmw-320si-world-touring-car-wtcc-race-car/ http://www.geekblast.com/2010/07/roadfly-com-bmw-320si-world-touring-car-wtcc-race-car/#comments Thu, 15 Jul 2010 01:48:46 +0000 Geek Researcher http://www.geekblast.com/2010/07/roadfly-com-bmw-320si-world-touring-car-wtcc-race-car/ Dress heroes width = “425″ height = “355″> Grab skyscraper value = “http://www.youtube.com/v/UqkJstRAR0Y?fs=1″> </ param> Skyscraper name = “allowFullScreen” value = “true”> </ param> <embed src = “http://www.youtube.com/v/UqkJstRAR0Y?fs=1″ type = “application / x-shockwave-flash” width = ” 425 “height =” 355 “allowfullscreen =” true “> </ Place> </ object> <p> <div style=”float:left;margin:5px;”> <img src=http://i.ytimg.com/vi/UqkJstRAR0Y/default.jpg /> </ DIV> ; Video of the new BMW WTCC race car during the initial development testing <strong> video Rating: 4 / 5 </ STRONG> </> p

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10 Things To Do Before Taking Your Flight http://www.geekblast.com/2010/07/10-things-to-do-before-taking-your-flight/ http://www.geekblast.com/2010/07/10-things-to-do-before-taking-your-flight/#comments Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:16:53 +0000 Adrianna Noton http://www.geekblast.com/2010/07/10-things-to-do-before-taking-your-flight/ Although going on a trip is a very exciting time, it can be stressful if not properly planned. Before you head out the door to go to the airport, it is important that you have made the proper preparations. Below is a list of 10 important things to do before taking your flight:

1. Contact Credit Card Company: It is important to make sure that you are protected when traveling. Check with your credit card company to make sure that you are protected against theft and fraud. As well, if you are going to another country, make sure you know if there are places where you will be able to use the card and the exchange rate and transaction fee. Some credit card companies will provide medical insurance. Check your coverage to see if you should get additional insurance such as travel insurance.

2. Mail and Delivery Hold: If you do not contact the post office and get them to put a hold on your mail, your mail box will overflow and become a big mess. As well, so of your mail mat be returned to the sender. You will just have to fill out a form provided by the post office and they will set aside your mail during the time period that you are away.

3. Emergency Contact Information: It is important that your family members and close friends know how to contact you while traveling just in case there is an emergency. Make sure you leave your contact phone numbers of the hotels. Also, provide your email address and cell phone number. Other information you should provide include: flight information, travel tour company information, and contact information of anyone you are traveling with. Contact information you should keep with you while traveling include: phone numbers of family, Embassy, Family Doctor’s, Veterinarian, and Credit Card Company.

4. Pet Care: Make sure you have arranged for someone to take care of your pet while you are away. This can be either a kennel, vet hospital that offers boarding, or a family member or friend. Don’t forget to provide the food, toys, medications, and specific instructions regarding the pet’s care.

5. Get Cash: Before you leave for your trip, it is important to get a certain amount of cash to keep on hand. In particular, you should have the specific foreign currency if you are traveling to another country. It is important to make sure you will be able to use ATM machines in an emergency. Remember you will need cash for public transportation and small purchases.

6. Travel Guides: It is essential that you know how to get around the destination areas. Make sure that you include maps, public transportation schedules, and travel guide books. It will make sure you do not get lost and what to do if you miss your transportation. You can find guides and maps online, at travel agencies, book stores…etc,

7. Make Important Reservations: If you are taking a vacation where you will be participating in a lot of specific activities that require reservations, you should book before you go on a vacation. For instance you should book and then confirm before you leave such reservations as special restaurants, theater tickets, concerts, spa, golf course…etc.

8. Check Your Packing List: You should go through your list of things to pack to make sure you have packed all of the essentials that you will need for your trip. For instance such essentials can include; medications, passport, flight tickets, proper clothing, credit cards, cash, driver’s license…etc. make a list of your daily needs for one week. List everything from your medications to the credit cards you use. When it is time to pack, refer to your list so you don’t forget anything important.

9. Weather Update: It is important to check the weather of your travel destination. You should know if it is going to sunny or rainy during your stay. You will want to make sure you have the proper attire in case the weather conditions will be bad.

10 Confirm Flight Time: it is important to check when your flight is departing. You have to make sure you arrive in plenty of time to check in which will include checking your bags. You may also want to have a bite to eat and pick up a book to read for the flight. As well, you will want to leave early for the flight just incase you run into traffic problems on the way to the airport. When planning for any trip, it is important to find the best price on airline tickets. Online discount travel sites offer the best flexibility, best overall travel deals, and exclusive and last-minute airfare and travel deals. When you make the appropriate travel preparations, it will make the travel experience much more enjoyable.

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Beer Lovers Airport Guide http://www.geekblast.com/2010/07/beer-lovers-airport-guide/ http://www.geekblast.com/2010/07/beer-lovers-airport-guide/#comments Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:39:56 +0000 Adrianna Noton http://www.geekblast.com/2010/07/beer-lovers-airport-guide/ flight. One great place to relax and kick back and relax is an airport bar. Most airports now have great bars and lounges where one can sit and enjoy a delicious beer. If you traveling and are looking for a pleasant place to have a beer, below is a beer lovers airport guide:]]> Today, travelers are spending more time hanging around airports waiting for their flights. Instead of walking up and down up and down the airport waiting for the flight, there are many things travelers can do to in the airport to kill time. There are establishments within the airport that provide activities where people can relax and enjoy their time while waiting to board their flight. One great place to relax and kick back and relax is an airport bar. Most airports now have great bars and lounges where one can sit and enjoy a delicious beer. If you traveling and are looking for a pleasant place to have a beer, below is a beer lovers airport guide:

British Columbia, Canada: In Vancouver, BC, the Jetside Bar, located in the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel, is a popular pace to stop and get a delicious beer. Popular beer brands at the Jetside Bar include: Russell Cream Ale, Whistler Pale Ale, and Okanagan Spring 1516. In the city of Victoria, BC, The Airside Caf serves such mouthwatering brands as Race Rocks Amber Ale, Beacon India Pale Ale, and Lighthouse Lager.

Quebec, Canada: The Bijou Bar in the Montreal Airport Marriott Hotel Montreal serves a variety of brands of satisfying beer. The McAuslan Brewing in Montreal serves the popular Griffon Extra Pale Ale, St-Ambroise Pale Ale, and St-Ambroise Oatmeal Stout Ale. In Quebec City, the Aerobar serves the popular Rickard’s Red and O’Keefe, Coors Light, and Molson. After the airport checkpoint, The Resto-Bar Altitude offers a broad variety of different types of great tasting beer.

Ontario, Canada: At the Toronto Pearson Airport, travelers can get a variety of different beers at the Casey’s Grill Bar such as Alexander Keith’s India Pale Ale. You can also get the Rickard’s Red at the Exchange Cafe. In Ottawa, the D’Arcy offers Alexander Keith’s and Molson Canadian. Other popular Ottawa bars to get a great beer include: Byward Taps, The Rideau Bar & Grill, and The Senate Chambers. Stop by and have a Coors Light, Canadian, Rickard’s Red, or Molson Excel.

Nova Scotia, Canada: At the Halifax Stanfield International, travelers can relax at the Maritime Ale House and enjoy a bottle of Coors Light, Keith’s, or Canadian. Rickard’s Red, Rickard’s Dark and Rickard’s white are also available.

New York, United States: Travelers will find Samuel Adams Brewpubs at the New York Kennedy Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. The pubs serve Pale Ale and Black Lager. In the Buffalo airport, the Blue Zone serves Canadian beers. Labatt Blue is one of the most popular beers.

Florida, United States: At the Orlando International Airport, travelers can have beer at McCoy’s Grill in the Orlando Airport Hyatt Regency Hotel. Some of the more popular beer served are the Orlando Red Ale organic beer and the Orlando Blonde Ale. The Peroni, Sapporo, or Pilsner Urquel is also served. In Miami, you will find the Miami Samuel Adams Brewpub in North Terminal D. They serve great Summer Ale.

Chicago, United States: The Goose Island Beer Company at the Chicago O’Hare airport is a great place to have a beer where travelers can get a delicious Honker Ale and Oatmeal Stout. As well, Reilly’s Daughter is an Irish bar located at Chicago Midway where travelers can enjoy Smithwick’s Guinness and Harp.

When making your travel arrangements, not only can you find the cheapest airfare and travel deals when searching online, but you can also learn about the great airport bars. Even if the plane is delayed, you can relax and enjoy your beer knowing you got a great travel deal.

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Bringing the electric car to the world http://www.geekblast.com/2010/06/bringing-the-electric-car-to-the-world/ http://www.geekblast.com/2010/06/bringing-the-electric-car-to-the-world/#comments Thu, 03 Jun 2010 21:49:29 +0000 Geek Researcher http://www.geekblast.com/2010/06/bringing-the-electric-car-to-the-world/

ISRAEL21c.org sees the future of transportation in Israel, and it’s all green. Through Shai Agassi’s innovative “Project Better Place,” Israel will become the first country to mass produce electric cars.
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SUBSCRIBE to stay current on EV news ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ electric-vehicles-cars-bikes.blogspot.com Ferdinand Porsche put wheel motors on a battery electric car in 1897. They built about 300 of them and there were 4WD & FWD versions. He also made a hybrid version. Amazing that 112 years later Wheel motors still aren’t in mass production. Only about 15% of the energy from the fuel you put in your tank gets used to move your car down the road or run useful accessories, such as air conditioning. The rest of the energy is lost to engine and driveline inefficiencies and idling. Therefore, the potential to improve fuel efficiency with advanced technologies is enormous. With an Electric Car it costs just .00 per 100kms with MUCH more performance than with petrol at .00 per 100kms. Electric Car in-wheel motor Siemens eCorner

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Call of Duty: World at War http://www.geekblast.com/2010/06/call-of-duty-world-at-war/ http://www.geekblast.com/2010/06/call-of-duty-world-at-war/#comments Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:57:15 +0000 Geek Researcher http://www.geekblast.com/2010/06/call-of-duty-world-at-war/ [ReviewAZON asin="B001AWBYNE"]

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A quick look at the world of electric cars http://www.geekblast.com/2010/05/a-quick-look-at-the-world-of-electric-cars/ http://www.geekblast.com/2010/05/a-quick-look-at-the-world-of-electric-cars/#comments Sat, 29 May 2010 11:50:18 +0000 Geek Researcher http://www.geekblast.com/2010/05/a-quick-look-at-the-world-of-electric-cars/ <strong> quick look at the world of electric cars </ STRONG> <p> concept of electricity as a fuel for vehicles is one of the most interesting ideas, since a long time. He gained importance after the high volatility gasoline and diesel prices and increasing environmental awareness among people. Environmentalists strongly support the power as an alternative fuel. In this way, electric vehicles in general and electric cars in particular are popular worldwide. Consequently many electric vehicles have been produced and widely used worldwide. </ P> <p> demand for private vehicles, mostly cars is increasing day by day following the availability of car finance and rising incomes of people in India. In this situation the most innovative ideas of a car that works, rather than conventional fuels such as gasoline and diesel, and electricity is more than welcome. </ P> <p> Perfect <a REL = “Nofollow” OnClick = “JavaScript: pageTracker._trackPageview (” / outgoing / article_exit_link ‘); “HREF =” http://www.carazoo.com/article / 0906200802/Electric-cars-have-a-long-way-to-go “> electric <Car / A> India is a basic, simple and reliable vehicle designed specifically for local conditions, using cutting edge technology and which is modular to incorporate and absorb new technologies. electric vehicles with a maximum speed of 40-60 kmph and a range of 50-80 km covering city mobility requirements in India. </ P> <p> Here’s a quick look at world of electric cars in India. </ P> <p> <strong> Riva </ STRONG> </ P> <p> <a REL = “Nofollow” OnClick = “JavaScript: pageTracker. _trackPageview (“/ outgoing / article_exit_link ‘);” HREF = “HTTP: / / www.carazoo.com / newcars / carreview / Maini / REVAi”> Maini Reva </ A> is the first electric car launched in India in 2001 year. A highly economical and environmentally friendly vehicles, Reva car is available with the lowest running and maintenance costs. In the headaches of service, receiving inspection and repair components will be things of the past with Riva. It is an engine, clutch, radiator, exhaust system or carburetor. Thus, maintenance is easy and cheap. Riva Energy Management System (EMS) diagnoses and solve the problem of tipping over and helps to better support. In addition, Riva is the safety features like space steel frame, side impact beams, Dent-proof, ABS body panels, low voltage system, and dual braking system. Riva is available in standard REVAi, AC REVAi and REVAi Classe models. Which is not air-conditioned base version provides 80 km of the total charge and air-conditioned two other options will give about 60 km. Beautiful and super compact Riva that comfortable two adults and two children available in six colors. </ P> <p> <strong> Tesla Roadster </ STRONG> </ P> <p> Tesla Roadster is a high performance all-electric sports car produced by electric car firm Tesla Motors, the first car manufactured by the company. Tesla is the only production cars already sold highway-capable EVS in North America or Europe. With 00-60 mph in 3.9 seconds, the Roadster surpasses almost all SUVs in its class, is still six times as energy efficient as gas guzzlers and delivers 244 miles per charge. It is 92% average efficiency and 85% at peak power. </ P> <p> of the Tesla Roadster was developed with design help from Lotus Cars, which provide the basic chassis development technology of Lotus Elise. Launched on July 19, 2006, series production of the Tesla Roadster began on March 17, 2008. Tesla has delivered about 300 Roadsters, and almost 1000 more customers are waiting list. Tesla Motors is already taking orders for the Model S, all-electric sedan family, which carries seven people and travels 300 miles per charge. Model S, which carries on board charger can be recharged from a 120V, 240V or 480V outlet with them, only 45 minutes. </ P> <p> <strong> ZENN </ STRONG> </ P> <P> ZENN (zero emission no noise) is a two-seat battery electric vehicle produced by ZENN Motor Company, designed To qualify as neighborhood electric vehicles. It has a range up to 40 miles (64 km) and must not exceed 25 mph (40 kmh). In the ZENN is a three-door hatchback with standard 110-volt outlet Plug-In, fully rechargeable in about 8 hours from empty. A storage space of 30 cubic feet available. </ P> <p> <strong> Zap electric cars </ STRONG> </> P <p> The California-based Zap (no air pollution) produces and sells Alias, Xebra Sedan Xebra Solar Panel, Xebra Truck, ZAPTRUCK XL SHUTTLE ZAPVAN and electric cars. ZAPVAN to the first 100% electric van passengers, exclusively from West. Designed for utilities and large capacity, this 5-vehicle quickly converted to all-cargo configuration, and features a large slider doors on both sides. </ P> <p> <strong> Chevrolet Volt </ STRONG> </ P> <p> of GM Chevrolet plans to put Volt, which will use lithium-ion battery with the gasoline version, gamma -extension of the engine that manages genrator provide electric power. In the Volt, which is expected to start in 2010, promises to more than 40 miles and will be one of the most aerodynamic vehicles in the history of GM. </ P> <p> <strong> Fisker Karma of </ STRONG> </ P> <p> The California-based Fisker Automotive Karma uses a Q-DRIVE Plug-in hybrid technology, developed specifically for Fisker Automotive in the field of quantum technology. Fully loaded Karma burns no fuel for the first 50 miles. After undertaking further gasoline engine turns a generator to charge the lithium ion battery. After 50 miles of electric range has been exceeded, the car works as a normal hybrid vehicle. This balance of electric and gas range makes it quite possible Karma drivers who collect your car at night and travel less than 50 miles per day will achieve an average fuel economy of 100 MPG (2.4L/100km) per year. </ P> <P> <strong> TH! NK City </ STRONG> </ P> <p> TH! NK city is a modern city car with zero emissions and domestic energy efficiency three times that of traditional combustion engine cars. A Norwegian model, TH! NK City is an innovative, sophisticated, high-tech compact electric vehicle that can travel up to 112 miles on a single charge. The car is designed and manufactured to have the lowest possible emissions of carbon plastic panels with recycled and fully recyclable body Interior. U.S. production is expected to begin in 2010 with the first year the volume of 2500 units are available for pilot projects and demonstration fleet. </ P> <div> <p> </ P> </ DIV> <a Href=”http://www.geekblast.com/category/toys-for-big-boys/automobiles/”> Related Articles Electric Cars </ A>

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