F1 – Not the Pinnacle of Autosport

Posted on June 30, 2022

The FIA announced the 2009 rules some time ago. It was the first time that the series featured a KERS system and it also meant the return of some features like Slick tyres. Both changes are fine and doesn’t influence Formula one’s status as the pinnacle of autosport. But higher rear wings, no aerodynamic flaps, testing ban and a customer car principal did.

This season (2009) biggest characteristic is the fact that the slowest car is just a second behind the fastest car. This is achieved because teams can buy almost whole cars from other manufacturers. The Force India for example is actually a Mclaren Mercedes rapped in a Force India chassis, as is the Torro Rosso with the only …

Formula One Review – the Best Teams in 2008

Posted on June 27, 2022

The F1 season has come to an end with the drama of Brazil wherein we saw the driver’s title go to Lewis Hamilton by the hair of his chinny, chin, chin and Ferrari score a comfortable win in the manufacturer’s point race.

As we look back on the season, it is all to easy to focus on the drivers. While there is certainly a lot to talk about in that area, drivers are only so good as their cars. In this article, we take a look at the best teams in 2008.

The best team in 2008 was clearly McLaren Mercedes. They managed to avoid the massive tactical mistakes that have plagued them in the past. Well, at least for …

Reducing Carbon Emissions Once Again in Focus

Posted on June 23, 2022

Reducing carbon emissions has become more and more important in recent years as many car manufacturers are battling among one another to make the most fuel and energy efficient vehicles.

The likes of Toyota and Renault have already signalled their commitment to producing electric and hybrid cars for everyday use, which have proved popular. As many of you will know, Toyota’s Prius is leading the way in terms of being one of the first of its kind, offering motorists significantly lower emissions than already available on the market. While Renault has looked to satisfy the needs of both commercial and individual drivers with the range of ZE models which can be either used for personal or business needs.

With this …

Why Buy a Renault Clio Car

Posted on June 19, 2022

When shopping out there for a car, you have to be sure of the features that you want in order to come up with the right model. Nowadays, buying the best model of car is not easy because all the manufacturers who manufacture these vehicles claim their makes to be the best, only for one to find out later that they are expensive in regards to fuel consumptions and the maintenance cost. Some of the factors that should be put in mind include the cost of maintenance, availability of the spare parts, comfort, safety, reliability among other features. When you buy a Renault Clio car, you are guaranteed safety because this car is fitted with air bags that protect one …

Possible Reasons Behind Not Working Car Keys

Posted on June 16, 2022

Automotive Locksmith

The Problem Is Not the Key but The Lock

One of the most common causes for individuals needing new car keys is because they snap off at the step of the key while inside a lock. The lock is most likely broken, causing the key to shattering when pressure is applied while turning it. Due to the widespread use of fobs, the majority of keys in current vehicles do not experience those kinds of forces.

Key Must Be Damaged

Damaged keys are another common reason for malfunctioning automobile keys. When most people think of broken keys, they see a key that has been shattered into two or more pieces. This image, however, is absolutely false. A broken key usually indicates

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The Shifting Manufacturer Paradigm in F1

Posted on June 13, 2022

Even if you’ve been living under a rock, you know economic times are bad. One of the economic areas taking a particular beating is the auto market. The question is how badly will this impact F1?

It goes without saying that manufacturers play a huge role in making F1 competitive. The costs involved in running a team run easily into the hundreds of millions of dollars. For this, the teams are able to develop cutting edge technology they can transfer to their road cars and they gain serious exposure before the huge crowds that watch the sport. While these benefits are clear, manufacturers always have to weigh the cost versus the benefit. This is particularly true these days as the …

Alonso and Piquet Will Be Renault’s Drivers in 2008

Posted on June 10, 2022

The two-times Formula 1 World Champion, the Spaniard Fernando Alonso and the Brazilian Nelsinho Piquet will be the two official Renault drivers for the 2008 season; replacing the Italian Giancarlo Fisichella and the Finnish Heikki Kovalainen; this has already been announced to the AFP in Spain. Renault’s spokesman did not refer to the contracts duration or gave any details that could compromise them.

In an interview with the French motor-racing official web page, Alonso stated ”I’m very happy by signing with Renault. Everyone knows is a great team and what they have achieved in the Formula One. In the 2005 and 2006 seasons the team won the world championship and I would like to be part of that success”.

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Looking Back at the 2008 Formula One Season

Posted on June 6, 2022

With the conclusion of the nail biting Brazilian Grand Prix, the 2008 Formula One Season has come to an end. For the second season in a row, it was an absolute cliff hanger.

The Championships were a mixed bag between the two heated rivals in the sport. McLaren has taken the Driver’s Championship through Lewis Hamilton by one point over Felipe Massa of Ferrari. In a flip of sorts, Ferrari prevailed in the Constructor’s Championship over McLaren by 21 points. From the expressions of team members, it was clear the Driver’s Championship was the big prize.

Both championships were up for grabs going into the final race, which made for exciting racing. The Driver’s Championship was considered the more competitive …

Renault Scenic DCi Diesel Engine: A High Quality Small Family Car

Posted on June 3, 2022

The Scenic is a high quality car. The car was first introduced in 1996. The car was manufactured by a French auto maker company named Renault. The car has a very uncommon shape. It has also very different to look than the other same quality cars. The Renault Scenic is a small family car. It is so called because the size of the car is small. However the Renault Scenic is a very sweet and an attractive to look at. The car is not only good looking it also provides very high quality.

The Renault became more popular when it included a Diesel Engine. The Diesel Engine is more powerful version of Scenic engines. The Engine has a capacity of …

Mahindra Renault Logan – Launched in India

Posted on May 31, 2022

Mahindra Renault Logan is a sports utility vehicle (SUV) launched in India by the joint venture between the Indian auto maker Mahindra & Mahindra and French auto maker Renault. Logan is not performing up to the expectation level of the company Mahindra Renault. Recently the two partners were engaged in discussions to change the strategy with regard to Logan in the country. The collaboration may go through some changes in coming days.

It has launched Logan in India in several variants. These include Logan, Logan Edge, Edge Connect, and Play. The versions of it available in the country nclude Ma.4 GL Petrol, 1.4 GLE Petrol, 1.6 GLX Petrol, 1.6 GLS Petrol, 1.5 DLE Diesel, 1.5 DLX Diesel and Mahindra Renault …