Archive for November, 2008
Monday, November 10th, 2008
To increase road safety, Volvo, a world-leading truck manufacturer, improves its braking functions for the European market. If customers choose a Volvo truck with electronically controlled Brake System (EBS) in base form, more functios are incorporated to it without the burden of paying extra cost.
Among the additional features now made available by the automaker are Hill Start Aid that prevents the truck from rolling backward when starting on an uphill gradient, and Wheel Brake Monitoring that alerts the driver if the brake force on the wheels abruptly falls.
The EBS system incorporated in Volvo trucks can be ordered in 3 program packages: Standard, Medium and High. The Standard package remains in the base version. Moreover, the Medium version is already equipped with the EBS system. Moreover, the base version has been upgraded with six new functions, available for both semi-trailers and rigids.
EBS system has a number of sensors and valves to monitor and regulate the braking system of the vehicle. Additionally, it is possible now for the wheel and auxiliary brakes to interact with in just a short span of time to effectuate shortest viable braking distance in all sorts of driving situations. The braking force is also distributed optimally between the tractor and trailer. This is done to sustain stability even when braking.
The base range of Volvo trucks is now equipped with 6 functions. The first function is Hill Start Aid, which makes it easier to move off on an uphill gradient by automatically maintaining brake pressure until the engine has built up sufficient torque to move the truck forward without slipping backward. This feature is significant when hauling a heavy load.
Another significant function is the Panic Brake Assistance, which is designed to boost brake pressure in a panic braking situation. The system registers when the driver presses the brake pedal quickly to help cut the stopping distance. Other functions include the Wheel Brake Monitoring, Lining Wear Analysis, and Differential Lock Control. These functions contribute significantly to improve road safety in driving.
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Sunday, November 9th, 2008
Antique trucks since long have interested American inhabitants. It has become their favorite pastime. Collecting these trucks is not only a hobby but it is a passion for some. Special groups, clubs and museums have been created to showcase the collected automobiles.
Older trucks were used largely in agriculture. They belonged to the 20th century. The oldest and the most original truck was the Mack truck which was owned by John Mack. They were introduced during the 1800s and since then have seen their expansion to buses, dump trucks, semis and other 18 wheeler vehicles.
The popular brands include Chevy, Dodge, and Ford out of which the Dodge truck is a favorite one. The value and the cost of the truck depend upon its rarity and its present condition. The price ranges from anything few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. Many museums and magazines have been designed to house these antique Dodge trucks.
The oldest Dodge truck model was the Dodge Model 30 which as built in the year 1914 by the dodge brothers company. It was a 4 cylinder truck with a body made entirely of steel. The features of this antique truck were 12 volt electrical system and sliding gear transmission. The other Dodge model was model T which had an antique planetary pattern but it was phased out of market very soon by the year 1927. During the years of introduction of the company only light duty trucks were manufactured but later during the 1930s and 1940s the medium and heavy duty trucks were also introduced.
Antique dodge trucks can be bought from auctions, trade shows, trade magazines or even web site biddings. An American truck Historical Society has been formed specially which deals with the buying and selling of antique trucks. They even have memberships and newsletters to keep the interested ones updated about antique dodge trucks. An antique truck museum can be found in almost all states of USA.
There are a number of antique dodge trucks to choose from. They include Dodge Model 30, Dodge Model T, Series 116 and many more. Even today some of these trucks are on display and even for sale. Interested people can participate in auctions and biddings to own one of the antique Dodge trucks. These trucks for sale are extremely popular and are a symbol of prestige. Hence more and more people have opted for buying these antique Dodge trucks. Even though the Dodge trucks gained more popularity after the Second World War, even today there are many people who want to add these vintage automobiles to their collection.
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Thursday, November 6th, 2008
Are you thinking about buying a utility trailer for sale but are not sure what kind of trailer that will work best for you? Due to the vast amount of utility trailers that are being manufactured today, it is not an easy task to buy a trailer. Each day more and more trailers are being manufactured for a variety of reason and needs. People are constantly thinking about different types and forms of trailers.
If you are not sure what you are looking then you should seek the advice of someone who is familiar with utility trailers and that can help you as there are many things to consider when buying a trailer. When looking for a trailer you should always look for a trailer that has been manufactured by a well known company. This may cost a little more but if you are not willing to spend the mony and get a high quality trailer then you might find that you spend more money in the end getting it repaired all the time. As the saying goes, you get what you pay for.
Before rushing out and buying a utility trailer, you should already know what you will be using the trailer for. Once you know what uses the trailer will have then this will help you limit your search as there are certain trailers that are made by certain manufacturers. For example, there are companies that specialize in creating utility trailers that are designed to carry motorcycles. Therefore, when looking for this type of trailer then you will look towards these manufacturers.
There are different types of utility trailers, enclosed trailer and open trailer. An open trailer is a trailer in which the cargo exposed to the outside world. If you are living in an area where the weather changes a great deal then you might be able to use your trailer all year round. This is something you should consider as well. If you need a trailer than be used all year round in all types of weather you should consider buying an enclosed trailer. Enclosed trailers protect your cargo from the outside world, but there is one disadvantage, they are heavier. These types of trailers weight more than open trailers and this is something that you should keep in mind as well.
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Wednesday, November 5th, 2008
Trucks are usually reliable, comfortable, easy to drive and maintain; their interior is often Spartan but purchasing a truck can be the best investment you ever made. A Toyota truck, double cab, for example, is easy to drive, comfortable and you can benefit from leather seats and a roomy interior, not always stylish. Trucks have often a business like interior, but it can carry five adults.
Chevy trucks for sale are really simple. Their enemy is the rust; you must not worry about it because there are parts available on the Internet or in specialized stores. Many Chevy trucks are really used or modified; if you want to buy a Chevy truck, it is wise to find a truck being sold by its first owner. It is not as difficult as it seems to be.
For people looking for a conventional truck for the week-ends or simply to go t their office, and not for cargo hauling the Chevy truck is the best choice. It is a massive American vehicle, reliable and comfortable. Suspension can be improved to make the Chevy truck smoother to drive. A Chevy truck delivers the power, the reliability and the comfort you need; it is also easy to load an unload it. Chevy trucks are recognized as the longest lasting and comfortable trucks. You can buy an old Chevy truck and restore it easily, searching on the Internet Chevy truck restoration parts; you will keep your old Chevy truck on the road and drive it smoothly.
Ford produces trucks from 1908. Fords heavy trucks division become part of Daimler Chrysler and was re-branded as Sterling. Ford still produces light and medium trucks. Now Ford is out of heavy trucks production, but remains in the medium class production; its Ford Cargo, made in Brazil, is close to a heavier truck characteristics. The Ford F is a series of full size pick ups; the most popular is the F-150. It is the best selling vehicle in US for 23 years and the best selling truck for 29 years.
A dump truck for sale is the vehicle used for transporting gravel, sand, and dirt for construction. Almost all dump trucks have a hydraulically operated open box bed hinged at a rear. Its front can be lifted to make possible the content deposit on the ground behind the truck. There are many dump trucks, depending on their specific tasks; a standard dump truck is a full truck chassis with a dump body mounted on the frame. The body is lifted by a hydraulic ram mounted between the truck traction unit and the semi trailer. The off-road dump truck is looking like heavy construction equipment than they do highway dump trucks. Off road dump truck are used only for heavy dirt hauling jobs.
Some specialized firms compare Toyota Tundra, Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-150 and Nisan Titan in a head to head test; the results are recommending the Toyota Tundra as the Chevrolet Silverado as the best truck you can buy if you need a reliable, safe, comfortable and smooth riding truck.
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Tuesday, November 4th, 2008
As far as variety goes, there are about as many RC cars as there are models of the real thing, and probably even more. Take for instance the Chevy. There is no lack of RC models available if you go for the classic trucks in this arena; or for their sports car line, like the Chevy Corvette.
Chevy RCs are definitely more for the collector than the racer, unless you custom-make your RC racer to have the body of a Chevy, that is. Let’s take a look at some of the more popular Chevy RCs:
Muscle Machines 1957 Chevrolet
This comes in pretty big at a 1:8 scale and is truly a classic. Accessories included are the charger, battery pack, and features working headlights, a decidedly detailed interior, custom wheels, and super glossy paint. Average price is between $60-$80. Other Chevy Muscle Machine models available are the 71 Camaro and the Camaro Z28, also in 1:8 scale and similarly priced to the 1957 Chevrolet.
1969 Chevy Camaro Z28 RC Electric Car
Made by Playmaker Toys, this 1969 Camaro model is produced at a 1:18 scale and features working head and tail lights, and is a four-function car (as in forward, backward, left, and right). This is definitely for the real Chevy collectors out there, and at $30-$40, it’s not a bad deal at all.
1998 Chevrolet Corvette GTS IR Control Mini RC Car
For the mini RC fans out there, this Chevrolet for sale is for you. It features a body that is all metal, racing tires made of rubber, and a miniature Corvette engine. The remote control wristwatch doubles as just that, a watch, and the mini RC car itself claims to mimic everything that its real nemesis does; this is probably because General Motors itself is said to have licensed this baby as a true 1:32 mini RC. This has a MSRP of $49.95 to $69.95 but can be bought at less than half that price at many online hobby stores.
Chevy truck for sale models are also available as RCs - such as the Chevy SSR RC Truck and the Chevy 4×4 Monster Truck. Average prices for RC trucks are a little over $100, but if you’re lucky, some websites have them on sale for as much as 50% off. Also many freightliner truck models are available.
Many Chevy owners who have at one point in their lives owned a classic are thrilled when they find model RCs that resemble the very cars they once owned. So, whether you’re just a beginning collector of classics, or if you’re a seasoned collector looking to expand your line of cars, then the Chevy is definitely the way to go.
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Monday, November 3rd, 2008
A collector car or an old truck is valuable and you certainly know that. But it’s possible that you don’t know exactly how valuable your old truck is.
Mind you that we are not talking only about the monetary value of your truck or other types of classic cars. There’s another very important parameter to be considered when we think about the value of an old car or truck and it’s the replacement value. If you have, say a custom 1953 Ford truck and it is stolen, how do you replace that? With another 1953 Ford pickup, right?
And how do you go about getting insurance for your old truck? Well, the Internet is a great source of information for that too. But you can also talk to your insurance agent. If he can’t sell you the insurance you need he will probably be able to point you in the right direction.The first thing that you have to keep in mind is that the traditional automobile insurance companies may not be willing to get the coverage you need for a collector car or antique truck. And any company that sells the coverage you want will ask you to show exactly how much your truck is worth.
When you look for auto insurance or collector car insurance for your classic truck or car your agent will not be able to open a database in computer and figure everything out with a couple of clicks. The process is a little more complicated than that.Beware of the fact that the real value of your truck may not have anything to do with what you paid for it. It may be worth less or it may be worth much more than you paid for it.
The premium you will have to pay to the insurance company will be based upon the real value of the property being covered. So look for somebody who specializes in collector car appraisals and have this person provide you with an affidavit, a written estimate of your truck’s real value. Again, this information will be required by an agent willing to insure your old truck.
How much will your insurance cost? It’s difficult to know because it depends on a long series of variables like the type of coverage you want, the year of your truck, its general condition, level of originality and so on. But an estimate is free. So, go ahead and shop around.
Prices may vary widely from one place to another. You will have to do your homework to find out what’s available in your market and what it would cost you to get the best coverage you have decided that you need.
Even after you take care of everything you may need to go from one place to another before you find the coverage you want. There are companies out there that sell insurance for collector cars and trucks but they will not sell coverage for antique cars after these cars and trucks hit a certain age. These companies may not be willing to put up with certain levels of modification either. So, here too you have to be patient and look around carefully.
One final word about this: we are talking here about full coverage insurance and not about basic insurance protection, or liability insurance. Most states in America require liability insurance for every type of four wheel vehicle and your old truck is certainly included in this category. So, check your local laws to find out about this before driving your classic car or old truck.
And even after you get full coverage you shouldn’t relax and think that you can lleave your classic car or truck anywhere or take your chances in traffic with it. Be careful, keep your jewell inside a garage when you’re not driving it or showing it somewhere and never take chances with it.
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