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Car Tuning Central Promotional Video

Hi everyone!

Well, first of all we’d like to wish you a Merry Christmas, in peace with your family and friends.

Second, we’d like to present you with our first promotional video.

We know it’s not a state of the art video, still it’s been a nice try and we promise to improve really soon.

Cheers!

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Impressive Subaru Impreza Driving

If you think you’ve seen it all, let me show you what Mr. Ken Block is able to do with his Subaru Impreza WRX STI - 530 hp.

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Quit impressive isn’t it?

Well, keep it safe and don’t try this at home… nor outside! :)

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What is Car Sharing?

Car sharing has over the years evolved as a workable solution to the problems of traffic and pollution, especially in urban areas. Set on the simple model of multiple car ownership, car sharing entails members cooperating together in making use of a pool of cars, in a common geographical area.

Car sharing, as the term implies, refers to sharing of automobiles by individuals for short periods of time. Individuals can rent cars on hourly or daily basis to commute distances within a specified area.

Car Sharing

On a small scale, car sharing can be an arrangement between individuals and on a larger level it may be operated by a car rental agency. However, private sharing arrangements are usually referred to as ‘car pooling’ or ‘ride sharing’. Car sharing is seen as a cost-effective method of traveling, especially for urbanites, who prefer public transport and/or need cars only occasionally.

Car sharing originated in Switzerland where it was first launched in 1987. Thereafter is spread across Europe and finally arrived in America in 1993. However, reference to car sharing can be traced as early as the 1940s but at that time it was in an infantile stage. As the concept of car sharing caught on, various changes were made in the working of its system. Improvisations included computerized systems of operation, better parking facilities, multiple pick-up/drop points and advanced reservation facilities. Also, car sharing progressed from non-profit organizations to profit-making agencies.

How car sharing works?

A car sharing agency rents vehicles to authorized drivers for specified hours or a whole day. Advance reservation of vehicle is required and the fees may be charged per hour or per mile. Picking-up and returning the car is the hirer’s responsibility. Further, it has to be ensured that the vehicle is returned in a good and clean state.

Terms of use of car sharing usually vary according to the rental agencies and regions. Rates, inclusive of insurance and fuel charges, are pre-determined. Agencies can check driving records of hirers. They often offer customer-friendly services like drop points that are near public transport junctions.

Benefits of car sharing (Pros)

Car sharing has myriad benefits, especially in an urban set up:

Drawbacks of car sharing (Cons)

Car sharing also poses a number of difficulties:

In spite of its drawbacks, car sharing is seen as a progressive way of living in the current set up. Apart from being economical, it adds a social aspect to everyday life: community cooperation. Moreover, it also stands to be an eco-friendly answer to many modern day problems.

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Fun facts about the Chevrolet Corvette

One of the more popular American made sports cars for decades has been the Corvette. The Corvette is manufactured by General Motors owned Chevrolet and is one of the signature cars of not only that company, but of the American presence in the automotive industry as a whole. The Corvette has captured both the fantasy and imagination of the public and remains one of the more sought after vehicles in the United States and abroad. Many limited edition and classic Corvettes have sold for serious money at auction, proving that the desire for these cars is not temporary or on a fly-by-night basis. The Corvette continues to be the epitome of “cool”.

Chevrolet Corvette

Here are some fun car facts that you may not have known about the Chevrolet Corvette:

-The original front emblem logo on the Corvettes that made the trade show circuit featured a checkered flag and an American flag crossed, later Chevrolet was alerted to the fact that it is illegal to use an American flag on a trademark and the logo was changed.

-As revolutionary that the Corvette was when introduced in 1953, the only part or component included in its manufacturing that was not already available in other Chevrolet models was the fiberglass body.

-Manual transmission was listed as an option on the 1954 Chevrolet Corvette, but no model was ordered, manufactured, or delivered that year with a manual transmission.

-The 1958 Chevrolet Corvette was the first ‘Vette with factory installed seat belts.

-The first year that an AM/FM radio was offered as an option in a Corvette was 1968.

-The 1963 through 1967 Corvettes were known as “Sting Rays”. The model name disappeared in 1968, but returned in 1969 only to be spelled as one word, “Stingray”

-The last Corvette manufactured to run on the old style “leaded” fuel was produced in 1974.

-The most Chevrolet Corvettes ever manufactured in one year was over 53,807 in 1979.

-The first Corvette produced with windshield wipers that clear water in the same direction instead of opposing directions was made in 1997.

-In 2005, Chevrolet manufactured Corvettes without the famous pop-up headlights for the first time since 1962.

The Chevrolet Corvette has been one of the most popular American made sportscars for decades, and with good reason. From its high performance design that delivers amazing on-road results to the always innovative thinking that brings new options and developments with almost every new model, the Corvette has set itself up to remain the standard by which all other American sportscars will be judged by in the future.

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Cars 2 - Disney Pixar

Disney Pixar oficially announced the long term expected sequel of the blockbuster sucess - Cars!

Cars 2 will again be a film by Pixar Animation Studios and it’s scheduled for release in Summer 2012.

Here is the official synopsis for Cars 2:

All the world’s a racetrack as racing superstar Lightning McQueen zooms back into action, with his best friend Mater in tow, to take on the globe’s fastest and finest in this thrilling high-octane new installment of the “Cars” saga.

Mater and McQueen will need their passports as they find themselves in a new world of intrigue, thrills and fast-paced comedic escapades around the globe.

Cars 2 Logo - Disney Pixar

“Cars 2″ is being directed by Brad Lewis, producer of the Oscar winning film “Ratatouille.”

Directed by Brad Lewis

Starring: Owen Wilson as Lightning McQueen, Bonnie Hunt as Sally, Paul Newman as Doc Hudson, Cheech Marin as Ramone, Tony Shalhoub as Luigi, John Ratzenberger as Mack, Larry the Cable Guy as Mater, Michael Wallis as Sheriff.

Get ready for another great adventure! Let’s hope Wingo, Snot Rod, Boost and DJ are still around! :)

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