McLaren Launches the MP4-12C Spider

The famous Grand Prix winner company launches yet another top open car --- The MP4-12C Spider. This latest Mclaren 12C has the same innovations and made by the best engineers the company has. This the 134th model of the company and they are very proud of it.

This super cool 12C Spider comes with:-

•    Hard top folding roof which is retractable
•    The roof can be lowered and put up in 17 seconds at 19mph speed. Removing the roof does not  interfere in your drive.
•    The structure has a chassis made up of carbon mono cell. It is light weight which only weighs 75 kilograms.
•    In just 3.1 seconds you can reach 70mph and goes upto 330kilometers per hour.
•    You would love to hear the engine roar of a V8 engine
•    The feel you get when the roof is not there, is just wow. You enjoy the drive and the breeze around.
•    The best and the most attractive part of the spider is the seats and the panel and the cockpit area. The seats are so set that the driver has a clear view of the car form the front.
•    The interiors some so comfortable and very stylish. The steering has been designed for maximum ergonomics.
•    The 12C Spider has a 3.8 litre V8 engine.
•    The performance of the car depends a lot on the weight of the car. The engineers at the manufacturing company have really kept in mind this aspect. The roof is built from some light weight material making it the lightest convertible.
•    The brake force is towards the inner rear wheel. This enhances the performance of the car towards the corners.
•    The spider has a drag upto 80kgs and ensures a weight distribution of 50:50 even while applying heavy brakes.
•    The spider has a suspension which is hydraulic and interconnected. This gives the driver a drive which is comfortable on the road and the race. The spider has a proactive chassis control and adaptive damping for a smooth drive at a high speed.

An interesting thing is that the features and the technology present in the 12C Spider are similar to the Formula 1 of Mclaren were banned for the race. But these are allowed on the road and the track rules do not apply on the road.

Anyone who loves style, speed and luxury would love to ride a Mclaren 12C Spider.

Author Bio:- 

 John Polk writes for Toyota place He is a freelance content contributor and likes to write about various spheres like Social Media, technology trends and his secret favorite – cars and automobiles. He is a keen observer and contributor for various auto forums and the online auto space.

How To Keep Your Car From Rusting

 

 

Don’t Let Your Car Rust

One day suddenly you find some rust on your car. Rusting occurs when iron or the steel reacts with water with the heat and the salt in the air.

Don’t worry if the rust is at a small place, under the car or at a place where it does not show. The paint is not only for the car to look nice but also prevents rusting. You should be careful in case there is a scratch as that could lead to a bigger repair problem. Make sure you keep your car away from oxidation.

How do you notice the rust?

•    When you clean or wash your car, check for rusting in the wheel wells and all the corners.
•    Look around the car antenna, mirrors, moldings, trims, under the car body with a torch or some light.
•    If you stay near the sea or the ocean or where it rains a lot check the metal of the car regularly for rusting.
•    Ask your service mechanic to properly check under the car for rusting when the car is on the hoist.

Observations:-

•    You might find the paint is darker at some places …… might be that it is rusted below the paint.
•    If you have a scratch or a place where the paint has come off, apply the paint and don’t let it rust.
•    Use the rust removers at the pitted areas.
•    Rust settles at place where there are salt deposit and dirty places.

How to handle the rusting:-

•    Rub sandpaper or a razor at the rusted area. Be careful you do not spoil the paint around the rusted area. You could use a brush to dust the scraped rust.
•    Apply the rust resistor so that the rust does not spread further.
•    Then paint it with a brush or a spray gun depending on the area after applying primer.
•    At some places where the rust is really bad and you need to change that area, take an estimate from the mechanic and decide if it is worth the money spent keeping the life of the engine in mind.
•    You can use the rust removing equipment available

How to avoid rusting

•    Wash your car once in 2 weeks and maybe once  a week where there is salt in the air .
•    Every six months you should wax your car.
•    Make sure that you clean your car from inside as sometimes spilled things can start rusting.
•    Wash your car properly under the car and in between the wheels.
•    You could use the rust preventing sprays if you live at places which have salt in the air, like the areas near the oceans and seas.
•    Keep your car dry as far as possible.
•    Cover your car if the car stays more in the open.
•    Try to keep the car indoors
•    Always clean the rust the minute you notice it.
•    Applying the primer with the machine electrically run, has a better and a long lasting result.

You can save your car from rusting and causing major damage by checking it regularly and repairing the rust the minute you observe it.

Author Bio :- 

John Polk writes for www.markkia.com. He is a freelance content contributor and likes to write about various spheres like Social Media, technology trends and his secret favorite – cars and automobiles. He is a keen observer and contributor for various auto forums and the online auto space.

Keeping Your Home Safe with Garage Door Knowledge

Few days back, a post was published here on this blog about the benefits of using the roller garage doors for your home garage. Well, our reader Daley James Francis has just emailed us a relevant article about the garage doors and how can you keep your home safe with them. I hope you guys will find it informative.



There is a saying: “A little extra knowledge never hurt anybody.”

Not only is the statement true, but it can also be taken literally in the case of having garage doors installed at home. These products are made with steel or aluminum, and in most cases are the biggest, heaviest items you can have put onto your home. If you don’t keep a close eye on your garage door and read up on what to look out for if the product is beginning to show wear and tear or starting to operate poorly, it could result in somebody getting seriously hurt.

Keeping The Family Safe

If you have a family, children will be constantly running around inside and outside the house, and minor accidents are bound to occur. It’s all part of growing up. When an accident occurs because of faulty equipment in the home, it is much harder to deal with. A faulty garage door coming down and hitting a member of your family would be tragic, but if you keep on top of your checks and your knowledge of the product is good, there shouldn’t be any reason to panic. Keeping a schedule for checks and cleaning is always a good idea, so you get used to checking over the product. By doing this, you will notice any changes in the product before they can escalate into something bigger.
 

Call in the Experts

If you’re going to pay out on having a great quality garage door installed at your home, it is highly likely that you will be checking out the market and choosing the right product and best deal for you and your home. When you do this, it’s a very good idea to talk to the people at the company to get an idea of how to take good care of the product so safeguard you and your family against the chances of any accidents taking place.
In most cases, you will be told to look out for rust, wear and tear and any problems related to the opening and closing of the door. Does it make a lot of noise? Is it difficult to close? These are all things to look out for, and when they start to happen, it is a good idea to get the experts out to have a look. It could cause you a lot of hassle in the future and will reduce the risk of an accident occurring.
 

Author Bio:

Daley is a home owner, and roller garage doors by Easyfit are a great way for other homeowners to achieve a high level of home security.

Top 5 Sedans of 2012

The Indian automotive industry today is one of the world's most rapidly progressing industrial sectors of the world. This, combined with the notable increase in the number of millionaires in India over the recent years, has caught the attention of celebrated auto-makers from across the globe to enter the Indian auto-market. These international brands are merging with the native brands to bring forward cars that are revolutionary in design and futuristic in style. Particularly, the sedan segment has currently been thrown into an absolute turmoil with everyday launches of world-class sedans.

Hyundai Elantra Fluidic

Price: Rs 12.51-15.85 Lakh (Ex-showroom New Delhi)Built along the lines of the all-too-famous fluid design of the Korean manufacturer, the elegant curves and cuts of this new sedan from the stables of Hyundai have turned the heat straight away on the front-runners like Chevrolet Cruze, Volkswagen Jetta and Skoda Laura. With an efficient petrol-fueled 1.8L 4-cylinder VTVT engine and a powerful 1.6L VGT diesel engine, Hyundai Elantra Fluidic is going to be rivaling some of the most fuel-efficient cars in the market. Laying immense focus on the safety and comfort of the occupants, the makers of Elantra have incorporated ABS, front and rear airbags and traction and stability control together with fully-loaded music and climate control systems in a luxuriously-furnished chamber.

Maruti Swift Dzire

Price: Rs 4.88-7.34 Lakh (Ex-showroom New Delhi)

Enjoying the position of India's best-selling sedan ever since its unveiling back in 2008, Maruti Cars made a fresh come back to the segment in February 2012 with the latest model of Dzire shortened to the level of a sub-four metre with an intention of cost-cutting. Rolled out in a fleet of 7 (4 petrol and 3 diesel) variants, the petrol version of the new Dzire is driven by a 1.2L 1197cc K-series engine while a 1.3L 1248cc DOHC mill drives its diesel counterpart. With a longer wheelbase achieved at the cost of a smaller boot, the new Maruti Swift Dzire houses quite roomy and comfy interiors while boasting several renewed stylish outer features.

Nissan Sunny

Price: Rs 5.93-8.93 Lakh (Ex-showroom New Delhi)

Having already been released in 3 petrol and 2 diesel-fueled versions, an automatic petrol version of the classy sedan Nissan Sunny is being anticipated to be launched in 2013. Majorly admired for its upstate and glitzy outfit adorned with a beautiful hexagonal front, large headlamps and body-colored accessories, harmonized with lavish interiors complete with an impressive audio set, key-less entry and start/stop and automatic climate control, Sunny has been blessed with quite an efficient security mechanism as well. Meanwhile, powerful 1.5L 4-cylinder engines have been employed to power both petrol and diesel variants.

Hyundai Verna Fluidic

Price: Rs 7.11-11.26 Lakh (Ex-showroom New Delhi)

Being the one to introduce the revolutionary fluidic make of Hyundai to the world, Hyundai Verna Fluidic has used this individualistic touch completely to its advantage. With sales curves on an all-time rise, Verna Fluidic, with its sporty yet elegant style, has been leading the C segment ever since its launch, an year ago. Even its plush interiors are considered to be the best in the segment. Voicing a tone of futuristic approach not only in style but also in safety, Verna integrates a streak of new and innovative safety features including six airbags, reversing camera, doors fitted with impact and speed sensors and rear disc brakes. All this, combined with mighty 1.4L engines make Sunny a complete package deal.

2012 Chevrolet Cruze

Price: Rs 13.85-15.67 Lakh (Ex-showroom New Delhi)

The recently unveiled face-lift of the Chevrolet Cruze, titled the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has been rolled out in 3 fantastic models named Cruze LT Manual, LTZ Manual and LTZ Auto. Tweaked and honed to deliver a better fuel-efficiency, its spanking new power-trains paired with a 2.0L engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission gearbox, produce a magnificent 163bhp and 360Nm torque. While on one hand, its eye-catching looks including a sturdy grilled front, smartly fashioned fenders and a handsome bonnet add charm to this brilliant machine. On the other hand, special features like Cruise control, emergency exit and quick-thinking LAN bus make it stand out even amidst stars like Honda Civic and Volkswagen Jetta.

About Author :

Shweta Aggarwal is Guest Author and writes on gadgets and automobiles. Sometimes she writes about nature and it's creativity. Now in this Article, she is sharing the very important news about Top 5 sedan cars in India, 2012 such as Hyundai Elantra Fluidic, Maruti Swift Dzire, Nissan Sunny, Hyundai Verna Fluidic and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. Follow her at Google+.