In the spring of 2004, gas prices skyrocketed, and they never went back down. Some people blamed the war; others blamed the oil companies, which were raking in huge profits.
The truth is that a combination of factors influences oil prices. The companies themselves actually have little control over the price of oil. [...]
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Why Are Gas Prices So High, And What Can You Do About It?
Higher Octane Gasoline Will Clean My Engine Don’t Fall For That
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I was a big believer in the fact that adding a tank of premium gasoline every now and then would clean out the system, as that it would burn at a higher temperature. Well, only until I conducted a detailed research, one that involved consulting with the Federal Trade Commissions. The [...]
What to Do When the “Check Engine” Light Goes On
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Sometimes, warning lights get people all frazzled and lose control of the whole situation. Experts in the field of driving, automobiles, and driving safety say that people should not panic when this kind of thing happens to you.
If you notice that the “check engine” warning light suddenly appears and alerts you, what do [...]
Diesel And Gasoline Engines: An Environmental Perspective
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There has been a lot of debate concerning the environmental safety of the diesel engine versus the gasoline engine. In the past the diesel engine was a large polluter and was deemed to be very noisy and unreliable. This was one of the major downfalls of this engine design.
Today however it is seen [...]
7 Incredible Advantages Of “Water-Powered Car” Technology To You
No doubts about it, it’s now possible to power your car on water as well as gas, instead of 100% gas. Apart from the many advantages that this technology have on the planet, it also has many widespread advantages to many individuals around the world, including YOU.
Below are 7 of these incredible advantages of the [...]
Nissan & NEC To Work On New Lithium-Ion Batteries
The Nissan Motor Corporation is on a roll and it is determined to bring to the market the right kinds of vehicles that the consumers are clamoring for. And this Asian car maker is going to be working with the NEC Corporation on this. Together, they would be developing lithium-ion batteries and they would also [...]
2007 Automotive Sneak Peek, Part 3!
Many model year 2007 vehicles have already hit new car showrooms starting with several new SUVs built by General Motors. The upcoming model year is shaping up as one likely to be filled with many changes as automakers reshape their line ups and prepare for the coming invasion of cheap imports from China. The choices [...]
US Sporting Greener Cars
For the past years, decades even, it has become a common belief that US consumers opt for gas guzzlers like SUVs and pickups and other large vehicles while European countries have consumers who do opt for smaller and more fuel efficient cars. However, the trend is changing according to Automotive News. They say that US [...]
Diesel or Gas - Loud Smoking Dinosaur or Fuel Gulping Monster
In this article I’m going to discuss the properties of the diesel and gas engines, and compare them to each other. I’m specifically referring to their use in automobiles.
Looking at them from a distance both the gas and the diesel engine work in about the same way. A fuel made from refined crude oil is [...]
Boat Towing Tips
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Boat Towing Carrier or Broker?
There are many boat towing companies whose main business is the smaller loads, or even large power boats, but if you have big boat, it requires special loading and handling. First, ask if they are the ones who are going to transport your boat, or [...]
