Are Hybrid Cars the Solution to Rising Gas Prices?
(ContentDesk) September 23, 2005 -- "Consumers are buying hybrid cars," reports NBC news correspondent, Anne Thompson. "Some because of high gas prices, others because hybrids are kinder to the environment. Either way, Americans are getting into hybrids."With gas prices setting all-time records and rapidly approaching $3/gallon in many US cities, motorists are outraged and looking for some relief. Though reluctant to embrace hybrid cars because of their higher price and relative short time on the market, these new breed of autos may be the best solution to the surging gas prices dilemma.However, are they all they are proposed to be? Are they getting better mileage than conventional cars? How do they work and do they need to be recharged? These and many other questions are still on the minds of those who are hesitant to take the plunge and venture into territory unknown.Andy Grant and Taylor Reid, authors of the eBook, All About Hybrid Cars: Maximum Performance/Minimum Impact, saw the compelling need for education on hybrid cars, so they wrote the book and launched the companion Website: http://www.AllAboutHybridCars.com."We ran a study and saw there was a tremendous demand for information on hybrid cars, but very little out there to educate consumers," said Reid, an Internet marketing consultant. So she partnered with Grant, a professional writer and award-winning author.
"I had to do a lot of research, because there was no one place that had all the facts," Grant said. "We wanted to provide clear, current information that anyone who was curious about hybrid cars could understand."In their eBook, they explain that increased fuel economy is one of the primary benefits of purchasing a hybrid car. With continually escalating gas prices, hybrid cars seem like a sure antidote. "Along with better mileage and lower gasoline costs comes another savings in the form of tax rebates," Reid said.The new federal energy bill recently signed into law by President Bush encourages the use of fuel-efficient, low-emission vehicles and offers substantial tax breaks. A report by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy indicates that the bill states that high-efficiency vehicles, either hybrid or diesel, will receive credits on a sliding scale based on efficiency; the maximum credit for light-duty vehicles is expected to be about $3,400 for Prius-level performance."We put a calculator on our Website," said Grant, "so potential hybrid car owners could estimate the total savings if they bought an [hybrid-electric vehicle] HEV, since the car costs more, but the savings in gas is substantial." The calculator and a comparison chart of all the current hybrid cars can be found at http://www.allabouthybridcars.com/comparison-chart.htm."I don't think there's any other chart like this available," Reid said.
"Any time a new hybrid car comes on the market, we add it to the mix. This way, Website visitors can quickly compare one model to the other."Although the initial cost of buying a hybrid car over a traditional one is higher, the long-term savings will depend on how long the consumer keeps the car and what kind of actual mileage is achieved.Phil Reed, consumer advice editor at Edmunds.com suggests, "Anyone shopping for a car now should make the question of fuel economy a big issue, because the availability of oil in the future is uncertain. Don't buy a car thinking it's acceptable today; one day it could be your hedge against high fuel costs."For an introduction to the basic facts about hybrid cars, Reid and Grant offer the free report: "7 Critical Facts Everyone Should Know Before Buying a Hybrid Car." To order the report, go to: http://www.AllAboutHybridCars.com/eBook.htm..
Habitat for Humanity?s Cars for Homes Program Steers Families Toward Local Affordable Housing
AMERICUS, GA (ContentDesk) August 1, 2005 -? Steering more low-income families toward local affordable homeownership opportunities, Habitat for Humanity is launching its nationwide "Cars for Homes?" vehicle donation program.
Cars for Homes? takes donated cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, RVs and other vehicles and sells them through automobile auctions, recyclers or salvage yards to raise funds that help build simple, decent homes. Funds generated from vehicle sales benefit the local Habitat for Humanity affiliate and community where the donation is made.
Habitat began its Cars for Homes? program in the fall of 2003 in the Seattle area. Since that time, car donations have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars that ultimately help build homes in partnership with low-income families."We are excited to expand Habitat's Cars for Homes? program across the country," said Marcia Rundle, Cars for Homes? general manager.
"It provides a hassle-free and easy way to give...
Habitat for Humanity?s Cars for Homes Program Steers Families Toward Local Affordable Housing
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Classic Cars Become Focus of Edmunds.com?s 40th Year
Forty years is a long time. Many have changed. Many have started out their own businesses and many other businesses have closed or run out of funds to run it. However, there are still others that remain strong and remain at the top. One of these is Edmunds.com, one of the most respected sources of information on used cars, new vehicles, and automotive information.
Edmunds.com is celebrating their fortieth year in the business and as part of the whole deal, they are out to make reviews on the vehicles and cars that took great significance during their forty years in the business. For Karl Brauer, "The automotive industry and its products are dramatically different than they were when our company was founded in 1966. This milestone gives us a chance to reflect on the highlights of days gone by."
Classic cars enthusiasts would surely be loving this. Primarily this is because when cars get out of style and when the cars are no longer in production,...
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The most important tool for racing RC Cars
Believe it or not, the most important tool for tuning and modifying RC cars, in any RC racer's pit box, probably isn't even sold at your local hobby store. Despite thier absence at hobby stores, you will see them laying on EVERY serious RC pro's pit area. The tool is, collectively, the pencil and paper. One of the most enjoyable experiences in RC cars, besides buying a new trick ride, is testing something new, in the hope you will discover the slight edge, or even a HUGE edge. Today's RC cars, buggies, and trucks have so many variables that can be tinkered with, even the slightest adjustment can have a drastic effect on the handling and speed of your ride.
Whether you race or just bash, you really should write down the current operating state of your RC ride. Variables such as ride hieght, camber, caster, the toe-in, the fuel mixture you use, the charge time of your batteries, the needle settings of your nitro, the running temp, how many races you get in before you need to rebuild...
The most important tool for racing RC Cars
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Habitat for Humanity?s Cars for Homes Program Steers Families Toward Local Affordable Housing
AMERICUS, GA (ContentDesk) August 1, 2005 -? Steering more low-income families toward local affordable homeownership opportunities, Habitat for Humanity is launching its nationwide "Cars for Homes?" vehicle donation program.
Cars for Homes? takes donated cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, RVs and other vehicles and sells them through automobile auctions, recyclers or salvage yards to raise funds that help build simple, decent homes. Funds generated from vehicle sales benefit the local Habitat for Humanity affiliate and community where the donation is made.
Habitat began its Cars for Homes? program in the fall of 2003 in the Seattle area. Since that time, car donations have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars that ultimately help build homes in partnership with low-income families."We are excited to expand Habitat's Cars for Homes? program across the country," said Marcia Rundle, Cars for Homes? general manager.
"It provides a hassle-free and easy way to give...
Habitat for Humanity?s Cars for Homes Program Steers Families Toward Local Affordable Housing
Cars > Habitat for Humanity?s Cars for Homes Program Steers Families Toward Local Affordable Housing