Monday, June 16, 2008
The Honda FCX Clarity is slated to be the first commercial hydrogen powered car. First road tests have the 2009 model hitting over 90 miles per hour, and the vehicle has a modest 134 horsepower. The Clarity's only emissions are steam, no harmful gases whatsoever.
Honda's plans for the first three years of FCX Clarity's production is to get the vehicle into the hands of 200 lessees. The car will only be made available through a 3 year lease, no outright purchasing plans have been made available. The cities of Irvine, Torrance, and Santa Monica California will be the starting point for distribution as well as hydrogen fueling station availability. 
Vehicle Spcs:
Base price: Three-year lease, $600/month
Engine: Fuel cell and 288-volt lithium battery, 134 hp/189 lb-ft
Transmission: Direct-drive electric motor, front-wheel drive
Length x width x height: 190.3 x 72.7 x 57.8 in
Wheelbase: 110.2 in
Curb weight: 3582 lb
Fuel economy (EPA city/hwy): 68 mpg combined EPA cycle (est.)
Major standard features: Power windows/locks/mirrors; AM/FM/CD/XM/MP3 audio system with iPod input and steering wheel-mounted audio controls; dual-zone climate control; remote keyless entry; tilt/telescope steering wheel; alloy wheels; voice-operated navigation; active (radar-guided) cruise control
Safety features: Anti-lock brakes, traction and stability control; dual front, side and curtain airbags; tire pressure monitors
Warranty: All maintenance provided during three-year lease
Information about the Honda company and the American Honda Motor Company can be found Here
Sunday, June 8, 2008
Going on a cruise? Consider the Disney wonder cruise. Disney Cruise Line offers Caribbean adventures; kid, teen, family, and adult activities; and first-rate amenities—with the unparalleled imagination and quality that you expect from a Disney vacation.
But this time they have more to offer.. Check it out
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Thursday, India and Malaysia raised gasoline prices. The two countries have been under the burden of fuel subsidies. The hike in price was announced on Wednesday. Indonesia and Taiwan had announced it a week ago. Indonesia raised the fuel prices by 30% where as Malaysia registered a 40% hike.
This was the second time of the year when India went on to increase fuel prices. There was a hike of 11%. Not only petrol - diesel and cooking gas prices climbs up. The gasoline prices were being raised 5 rupees a liter and diesel prices 3 rupees a liter on Wednesday midnight. Now the current gasoline price in Delhi is 50 rupees and varies in other states depending on taxes.
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
The Oil prices going up day by day and people say that it might cease soon. What is the possible next move. Will Hydrogen replace petrol? Hydrogen cars are in the making and we currently have electric cars. I hardly see people using electric cars though it gives greater mileage and performance for value.
The question which arises is - do we still pay the current oil price when a new technology is introduced? Can hydrogen give better efficiency? Is there enough electricity around to add in 100 million cars?
Anybody to comment?
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Turkey's Pudracar has introduced the concept of dedicated car service for women. Even though taxi's for women exist, pudracar pours in additional concepts which makes it truly different.
The cars used are the BMW 3 series and the interiors made to suite a feminine with custom colored seats, soft pink roof, camel fur etc.. The rental rates are also low when compared. Pudracar also has additional features like inbuilt DVD players, ipods, LCD screens and wireless internet access. The service comes with a female driver too.
Will this be the next target of the luxury minded women? Lets wait and watch.
