Auto Repair Tempe

So, first of all...iiieeeeewwwwwwwwwww! Okay, now that we have the initial shock out of the way, yes it could actually come to pass! (No pun intended.) Poop-mobiles could one day be a reality, thanks to the work of researchers from the University of California who are attempting to develop new biofuels using human waste and other discarded protein sources. If successful, the project will help to solve two major problemsby developing a satisfactory replacement for non-renewable fuels such as gasoline, and also finding a practical use for the 0.9 billion tonnes (1 billion tons) of human poop produced by Americans each year.     At present, much of this is simply left to compost, releasing harmful greenhouse gases like methane and nitrous oxide, which are 325 times more potent than carbon dioxide. In an attempt to kill both of these birds with one stone, the team are studying the biology of a bacteria called Bacill ... read more

Now in its third generation, the Hyundai Santa Fe is a spacious and upmarket family SUV. It sits just above the slightly smaller and more compact Tucson in Hyundai's range. Marrying SUV style and ride height with saloon-like luxury and all the ability of a rugged, dedicated 4x4, the Santa Fe also gets a practical advantage in the form of a seven-seater option. Facing off against premium rivals from the likes of BMW, Volkswagen and Land Rover, how does the Hyundai fare? Let's take a look... FUEL ECONOMY (CTY/HWY): 18/25 mpg TYPE: SUV TRANSMISSION: 6-speed Shiftable Automatic BASIC WARRANTY: 5 Yr./ 60000 Mi. BLUETOOTH: Yes HEATED SEATS: Yes ENGINE TYPE: Gas TOTAL SEATING: 7 CYLINDERS: V6 DRIVE TRAIN: Front Wheel Drive CONSUMER RATING: 5-Stars NAVIGATION: No

Auto Repair Tempe: How To Choose As most car owners have experienced, dealing with a broken down vehicle in desperate need of repair is a stressful situation at best. You're under pressure to get your car running again and may not have the time to find a quality auto repair shop in the Tempe, Chandler, Phoenix area. In a state of despair, you can easily fall victim to an unscrupulous auto repair shop where you're pressured into costly auto repairs through the use of clever scare tactics. You can avoid a scenario like this one, by locating a quality auto repair shop you can trust before you need repairs done to your vehicle. Finding a quality auto repair shop starts with knowing what to look for. Elite Auto Repair in Tempe is a state-of-the-art service facility with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and a Blue Seal of Excellence from the ASE (Institute for Automotive Service Excellence). We not only meet, but exceed the criteria for a quality auto repa ... read more

We all know that Chevrolet is one of the oldest American automotive manufacturers in Allentown and Bethlehem, right behind Ford. However, what you may not know is that Chevrolet wasn't really the big player in the game back when it first started operations. In fact, it was a fledgling company that desperately needed to step up in order to compete with other manufacturers. Enter the Suburban, which can be credited as being the game changer that turned Chevrolet's fortunes. For more than 70 years, the Suburban has been serving as the average American's workhorse, winning the hearts of Americans. Today, it's seen as the first choice for families looking for a large SUV that could fit all. With a tough as nails exterior, powerful engines and a comfortable interior, the Suburban can fit up to an astounding ten people at once. If you want luxury and fancy bells and whistles, you would be better off looking elsewhere. But, for a practical SUV that gives you the best bang for the buck, a ... read more

If you feel that the quality of your vehicle ride has degenerated as compared to what it was just a few months ago, it's good to understand how to check whether the shock absorbers or struts in your car are working properly. Below are some tips on just how to do that. Observe From The Front: Park your car on a flat surface in such a way it looks perfectly level. This means both the sides should be the same height from the ground. If you know the specification of the suspension, you can measure the height. If the height is below or at the minimum specified by your manufacturer, then it's an indication you should bring your car in for an inspection and evaluation. Push Down On The Front: Even though this is not a scientific test, it's something that can be helpful when done in conjunction with other checks. To perform this test, you'll have to stand in front of, or in back of, your car. Carefully place your foot on the bumper, or you can als ... read more

Auto executives and US senators clash over calls for universal standards in robotic vehicles at Senate commerce committee hearing The robot car revolution hit a speed bump on Tuesday as senators and tech experts sounded stern warnings about the potentially fatal risks of self-driving cars. There is no question that someone is going to die in this technology, said Duke University roboticist Missy Cummings in testimony before the US Senate committee on commerce, science and transportation. The question is when and what can we do to minimize that. Automotive executives and lawmakers sniped at each other over whether universal standards were necessary for self-driving cars, with private sector saying that standards would slow progress and legislators replying that theyd heard the same objections over updated seatbelt standards in 1998. Senators Ed Markey and Richard Blumenthal, who have cosponsored legislation that proposes minimum testing standards for automated drivers, told equivocating ... read more

You've selected the car, you've road tested the car, everything is fine, but still, remember one thing, you never fall in love with a car. Especially when you're negotiating to buy it. Cars are just mechanical devices and there are all kinds of them. You can go to the next dealer and find the same thing so, don't fall in love, at least not just yet. :) Now, it's time to make the actual deal. There are certain key things about making a deal on an automobile. You have to remember that the dealership is in business to make a profit, they're entitled to make a profit, they have a big overhead. Trying to get them below where they would make a profit is probably not going to happen. If they do that on a regular basis they're going to be out of business in short order. You want to negotiate a price based on your research that's fair to both you and the dealer. Once you get to that point, remember, everything that's promised to you, has to be in writing and i ... read more

For decades, Chrysler worked on an alternative engine design that might have provided a very flexible alternative. It ended without fanfare in 1979, and was never picked up again - as far as we know. Richard Benner, Jr., wrote: "Mike Eberhart (who works here at Chrysler St. Louis) is the guy who takes the vehicle around for shows all over the U.S. He gives rides in the vehicles (I have ridden 3 times) and for anyone who says they did ride it it, if they did, they sign into a log that's kept here at the St. Louis Museum of Transportation, who owns the vehicle. Mike just has it on loan to work on and transport it. He did much of the work himself to get it running and in the condition it is in." One turbine-powered car, not made by Chrysler, was entered into professional racing at the Indianapolis 500; the turbine itself was a standard aviation unit, and the car involved nearly won, but a bad wheel bearing took it out of the race. Turbine powered cars were then excluded from racing thro ... read more

In the last couple of months we've featured a lot of automotive history. Today we bring you some history in the making! This history is being made in a top-secret development program. An ‘extreme’ Mustang is being built, code name "Boy Racer" – this time for the racetrack. Watch in the video below as Ford Racing joins forces with Canadian motor sport company, Multimatic, to produce the worlds first turn-key Mustang racer. To pull it off they’ll need cooperation and dedication. They'll need to impress the bosses, potential drivers and NASCAR stars, who are all waiting for a historic ride. Have a look, and Shhh! Don't tell anybody. :)

Do you know your powertrain and transmission system transmits engine power to the vehicle's wheels and multiples engine torque to accelerate the vehicle? Nearly 100 years ago cars had two- or three-speed manual transmissions that required an expert hand to operate smoothly. They were noisy, rudimentary systems compared to today's modern powertrain and transmission systems. The vehicle's powertrain and transmission system transmits engine power to the vehicle wheels. It provides for multiplication of engine torque (or twisting force) to accelerate the vehicle from a stop, or for carrying heavy loads in the case of trucks. The system also allows for engine speed reduction at cruising speeds to save fuel and reduce noise. Key components of the system include: - Transmission or Trans-axle - Transfer Case (four-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive) - Propeller Shaft (drives the rear axle) - Drive Axles (drives the wheels) - Clutch (manual shift) - Torque Conver ... read more