Kia has well and truly planted its cee'd in the UK car market.
And while it has a number of things going for it, the most talked about is its warranty package. You'll probably get fed up with the car long before that runs out...
Although that might be a bit unfair, because the new Kia is such a good all round package that you could very conceivably opt to buy another one. But, as Hyundai owners found out with the five-year deal offered by the Korean giant on its new products, it makes shifting the car second-hand an easier proposition when you can sell it after three years with two years of the deal still to go. Now Kia have beaten that with a incredible seven-year 100,000-mile warranty on the new cee'd, which went on sale in the UK in February. It's probably the most important car they have ever launched in the UK, taking over from the worthy but not exactly top-selling Cerato. It's been designed in Europe, because if you want a car to appeal to Europeans the only place to put it together is in Europe. It's built in Europe at a new state-of-the-art factory in Slovakia. And it's sold exclusively in Europe. And to make it sell, they've given it a Euro hatchback look, with the sort of neat five-door styling that makes it look not a lot different to its main rivals, the Focus/Golf/307/Astra/Megane quartet in the C sector. Later in the year comes the three-door, and Motoring Citizen readers probably won't have missed the convertible concept we featured a while back. If that doesn't get people into cee'd ownership, then I don't know what will. Where they've attempted to win over converts – apart from with the warranty – is in the standard equipment, which includes driver and front passenger active head restraints (you can never have too many safety features in my opinion); aircon with a cooled glovebox; and USB port, AUX input and MP3 capability on all but entry-level models because they know we all like using our iPods.
Our test car, the 1.6 diesel-powered offering, combined decent performance with good economy over our time behind the wheel, and the clutch and five-speed gearbox have a synchronicity that others will be envious of. Quick, smooth changes prompt you to tick the 'exemplary' box. Brakes are good, progressive and with no snatching, so you can bring it to a quick halt without any dramas and, while there's a bit of body roll evident if you indulge in some exuberant cornering, it has an overall user-friendly set up that will win it a lot of chums. Ride is comfortable, and it absorbs potholes and undulations well. Seats are OK – not over-supportive, and maybe a bit on the flat side, but certainly comfortable enough. You can drive a fair way without any aches of pains to distract you. Its wide-track, long wheelbase and relatively tall roofline means here is plenty room aboard for five adults, and there's a decent boot for luggage too, before you start playing around with the rear seats to get Great Aunt Maud's antique chest of drawers back home.
It's roomy and well-priced, starting at under £11,000 on the road, with our test car, an LS spec vehicle with the 1.6 CRDi engine, the most expensive at £14,245. With its 115bhp and 255Nm of torque at 1900rpm upwards, acceleration was again given good marks. Not earth-shattering, but not at all bad.
The interior is neat without setting the world on fire but the info panel in the centre gives all the relevant information you could possibly need. There's also a set of lights to let you know if those in the back are belted up. A neat touch but possibly a bit superfluous.
Like I said, the cee'd's been planted, and it will grow. Kia are aiming for three per cent of the UK market and 100,000 sales annually. It's not an unrealistic target.
Friday, July 9, 2010
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Know Mountain Biking
Mountain biking is a very enjoyable sport. You get to exercise and see the countryside at the same time. If you enjoy going outdoors and wish to get a form of exercise, too, you should get a bike and go mountain biking.
A mountain bike is technically different from a road bike and a BMX. Mountain biking tires are usually fat tires with knobbies which makes it easier for them to go up mountains and traverse rough roads. The knobbies virtually grip the loose rock and rough roads to go faster compared to a road bike’s smooth tires. A road bike’s tires are specifically designed to run faster on a smooth road. The frame or body of the mountain bike is also larger and sometimes heavier than a road bike. This is due mainly to all the pressure it gets from the rider who exerts effort to go faster on a rough road. Mountain biking parts are not as light weight as the road bike parts although some frames and components have gotten lighter over the years.
There are many varieties of mountain bikes available. Some are astoundingly expensive while others are purely functional. The average price of a professional mountain biker’s bike could be approximately $2,000 - $3,000. This is a very modest estimate of the price. Some after market parts cost around that range too. Mountain bikes usually have shock absorbers or suspension for the rough terrain. The shocks are usually found in the front end of the bike while there are other shocks which are located near or just below base of the seat post. The preference of the rider dictates whether there will be rear or front suspension on his bike.
Mountain biking also helps to form your legs, upper body and buttocks. The upper body usually exerts control over the rough terrain thus making the arms and biceps well exercised as well. The amount of calories and energy that you burn when you are out mountain biking is great. Although, the way you ride is also a factor to how much weight you lose and how trim you are. Some bikers just pedal around rough terrain without improving their speed and endurance. Mountain biking is an ideal sport for both men and women. It promotes cardiovascular exercise which is great for our hearts and it maintain sour body as long as you bike at least 2 to 3 times a week.
For buying and selling used or new (second hand) bikes and motorcycles check the link http://www.bharathautomobiles.com/motorcycles-s2_0.html
A mountain bike is technically different from a road bike and a BMX. Mountain biking tires are usually fat tires with knobbies which makes it easier for them to go up mountains and traverse rough roads. The knobbies virtually grip the loose rock and rough roads to go faster compared to a road bike’s smooth tires. A road bike’s tires are specifically designed to run faster on a smooth road. The frame or body of the mountain bike is also larger and sometimes heavier than a road bike. This is due mainly to all the pressure it gets from the rider who exerts effort to go faster on a rough road. Mountain biking parts are not as light weight as the road bike parts although some frames and components have gotten lighter over the years.
There are many varieties of mountain bikes available. Some are astoundingly expensive while others are purely functional. The average price of a professional mountain biker’s bike could be approximately $2,000 - $3,000. This is a very modest estimate of the price. Some after market parts cost around that range too. Mountain bikes usually have shock absorbers or suspension for the rough terrain. The shocks are usually found in the front end of the bike while there are other shocks which are located near or just below base of the seat post. The preference of the rider dictates whether there will be rear or front suspension on his bike.
Mountain biking also helps to form your legs, upper body and buttocks. The upper body usually exerts control over the rough terrain thus making the arms and biceps well exercised as well. The amount of calories and energy that you burn when you are out mountain biking is great. Although, the way you ride is also a factor to how much weight you lose and how trim you are. Some bikers just pedal around rough terrain without improving their speed and endurance. Mountain biking is an ideal sport for both men and women. It promotes cardiovascular exercise which is great for our hearts and it maintain sour body as long as you bike at least 2 to 3 times a week.
For buying and selling used or new (second hand) bikes and motorcycles check the link http://www.bharathautomobiles.com/motorcycles-s2_0.html
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Knowing Your Seat Covers
What is ironic is that the seat covers are probably the most overlooked things in a person's car. However, there is a lot of importance put on the looks of the seats. They are just as an important part of the car as anything else. They protect your seat from harmful elements and keep them clean from dirt. Also, a proper seat cover will never allow your seat to lose its shape.
There are many companies that will sell you designed seat covers. Some are going to be made of different fabrics such as silk and cotton in order to not irritate the skin. For a baby seat cover there is a level of protection it gives the baby during the time the car is in motion. There is also the aspect that it will maintain its cleanliness, because you can detach it and wash it in your washing machine.
There are several materials used for seat covers:
For a soft touch, poly-cotton is the most commonly utilized fabric for automobile seat coverings. It is soft to the human touch, as well as it also providing constant protection to your seats.
Sheepskin seat covers are the next most common to poly-cotton covers. It is known to be thermostatic, as well as being warm when it is cold, and cool when it is hot.
UV Protected Sheets are another solid and dependable choice of material which is used for making Velour seat covers. They are also very soft to the touch, like the poly-cotton covers. These types of seat covers will protect your seats from wearing out.
There are also several different types of seat covers. The first type being Universal auto seat covers. These types of covers are a universal fit, which means they will fit to almost every kind of car seat, including high-back bucket seats, as well as low-back seats.
The other type of seat covers are the custom auto seat covers. These are the tailor made auto seat covers that are tailor made especially for your car. They can be made to the measured size of each specified car seat. While creating custom covers, every little detail of the car seat is noticed and pondered over. This fitting is considered to be perfect, as it is made exactly to fulfil the particular requirements of your car.
There are many companies that will sell you designed seat covers. Some are going to be made of different fabrics such as silk and cotton in order to not irritate the skin. For a baby seat cover there is a level of protection it gives the baby during the time the car is in motion. There is also the aspect that it will maintain its cleanliness, because you can detach it and wash it in your washing machine.
There are several materials used for seat covers:
For a soft touch, poly-cotton is the most commonly utilized fabric for automobile seat coverings. It is soft to the human touch, as well as it also providing constant protection to your seats.
Sheepskin seat covers are the next most common to poly-cotton covers. It is known to be thermostatic, as well as being warm when it is cold, and cool when it is hot.
UV Protected Sheets are another solid and dependable choice of material which is used for making Velour seat covers. They are also very soft to the touch, like the poly-cotton covers. These types of seat covers will protect your seats from wearing out.
There are also several different types of seat covers. The first type being Universal auto seat covers. These types of covers are a universal fit, which means they will fit to almost every kind of car seat, including high-back bucket seats, as well as low-back seats.
The other type of seat covers are the custom auto seat covers. These are the tailor made auto seat covers that are tailor made especially for your car. They can be made to the measured size of each specified car seat. While creating custom covers, every little detail of the car seat is noticed and pondered over. This fitting is considered to be perfect, as it is made exactly to fulfil the particular requirements of your car.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Lady Drivers Can Make Savings On Their Car Insurance
Unfortunately your sex can make a huge difference to the amount of car insurance that you pay. Women drivers while having been the brunt of many jokes, particularity from male drivers, can in fact get cheaper car insurance than men.
Statistics have shown that women are indeed safer drivers than men, this is because women have been proven to make less claims than men do on their insurance. They also usually go for much less flashier cars than men choose, instead going for the more reserved and what is classed as the safer car.
There are many online companies now taking advantage of this fact and as such are offering deals specifically aimed at the women driver. Lady drivers can now search online for companies aimed at them and by doing so they can make huge savings on the amount of premiums they pay for car insurance.
However, there are other factors that determine how cheap you get your car insurance, regardless of your sex. The best, cheapest and quickest way to look for your car insurance is by doing so online. By looking online for your car insurance you are able to get instant quotes from many companies which ensures that you choose the cheapest deal possible.
Policy features and benefits and the cost of car insurance does vary from company to company and all policies have exclusions hidden within them so it is essential that you understand just what is included in the quote.
Other factors which are taken into account include the area in which you live. Depending on your postcode you can be charged a higher premium for your car insurance. While there isn't much you can do to change this you can make sure you have the best security features installed on your car, by doing so you can help to reduce the premium.
Statistics have shown that women are indeed safer drivers than men, this is because women have been proven to make less claims than men do on their insurance. They also usually go for much less flashier cars than men choose, instead going for the more reserved and what is classed as the safer car.
There are many online companies now taking advantage of this fact and as such are offering deals specifically aimed at the women driver. Lady drivers can now search online for companies aimed at them and by doing so they can make huge savings on the amount of premiums they pay for car insurance.
However, there are other factors that determine how cheap you get your car insurance, regardless of your sex. The best, cheapest and quickest way to look for your car insurance is by doing so online. By looking online for your car insurance you are able to get instant quotes from many companies which ensures that you choose the cheapest deal possible.
Policy features and benefits and the cost of car insurance does vary from company to company and all policies have exclusions hidden within them so it is essential that you understand just what is included in the quote.
Other factors which are taken into account include the area in which you live. Depending on your postcode you can be charged a higher premium for your car insurance. While there isn't much you can do to change this you can make sure you have the best security features installed on your car, by doing so you can help to reduce the premium.
Monday, July 5, 2010
Land Leveler - Buying Tips And Pointers
Potholes in your farm field areas can cause harm not only for your very own safety but for your crops as well. Yet, with land levelers around, you don’t have to worry of such problems. So what is a land leveler anyway?
Well, a land leveler is actually a machine or equipment used to smoothen out and level your farm fields to free it from potholes and other land surface irregularities that can otherwise endanger your growing crops and your safety as well. Through land levelers, the clods, stones and other stuff and particles that can negatively affect the smoothness of your farm field area can be broken up and pulverized. Thus your seed bed can indeed be a good location for a healthy growing plant. You can also plant the seed with uniform depth to improve the possible end products.
Land levelers are widely available in the market not only in your local farm equipment stores but in the net as well. Instead of hopping from one store to the other that will best fit the features of your land and your budget as well, online stores can give you much comfort simply by browsing the net anytime you want or wherever you may be. Placement of your orders can be done in several ways. You can browse the store’s online catalog for the specific type of land leveler that you want. Then fill up their online forms with the needed information. Or, you can also send your emails.
You can have a custom made land leveler to imbibe the features that you specifically want. Another option is to call the hotline usually tied up with the store. Some online sources have their own customer service staff to help them in choosing the best and the right land leveler type. Such feature is a great help especially if it is your first time to purchase a land leveler.
Together with the varied land leveler brands are the different leveler features and styles. Some leveler comes with added blades to cut the hindrances that may affect the smoothing process of your land field. If you desire for better balancing one you start the smoothing out process, then a land leveler with hardened steel strip on the bottom area of the blades is a good choice. The strip can also help for better positioning and handling.
The blades, strips, tubings and bracings of the land leveler are just few of the factors that you must thoroughly check in buying a new product. The blades must be strong enough to go through rocks and other hard stuff that can hinder the smoothing process. It must also be easily removed for easier cleaning, repair or replacement. The same is true with the strips. Make sure that it is made from tough durable materials to ensure long lasting use.
Nowadays, there are also land levelers made from lasers for easier use. It is actually the product of latest technological advancements that can take away the usual hassles of traditional land leveling process. Laser land levelers are equipped with laser rays to even out rugged surfaces. You may have to spend an extra amount to purchase such type of land leveler but it’s actually worth it. Using a laser land leveler can help you maximize the productivity of your farm land and thus, maximize its use and profit. It can also help a lot to save water so it can cut the high cost of utilizing tube wells.
Well, a land leveler is actually a machine or equipment used to smoothen out and level your farm fields to free it from potholes and other land surface irregularities that can otherwise endanger your growing crops and your safety as well. Through land levelers, the clods, stones and other stuff and particles that can negatively affect the smoothness of your farm field area can be broken up and pulverized. Thus your seed bed can indeed be a good location for a healthy growing plant. You can also plant the seed with uniform depth to improve the possible end products.
Land levelers are widely available in the market not only in your local farm equipment stores but in the net as well. Instead of hopping from one store to the other that will best fit the features of your land and your budget as well, online stores can give you much comfort simply by browsing the net anytime you want or wherever you may be. Placement of your orders can be done in several ways. You can browse the store’s online catalog for the specific type of land leveler that you want. Then fill up their online forms with the needed information. Or, you can also send your emails.
You can have a custom made land leveler to imbibe the features that you specifically want. Another option is to call the hotline usually tied up with the store. Some online sources have their own customer service staff to help them in choosing the best and the right land leveler type. Such feature is a great help especially if it is your first time to purchase a land leveler.
Together with the varied land leveler brands are the different leveler features and styles. Some leveler comes with added blades to cut the hindrances that may affect the smoothing process of your land field. If you desire for better balancing one you start the smoothing out process, then a land leveler with hardened steel strip on the bottom area of the blades is a good choice. The strip can also help for better positioning and handling.
The blades, strips, tubings and bracings of the land leveler are just few of the factors that you must thoroughly check in buying a new product. The blades must be strong enough to go through rocks and other hard stuff that can hinder the smoothing process. It must also be easily removed for easier cleaning, repair or replacement. The same is true with the strips. Make sure that it is made from tough durable materials to ensure long lasting use.
Nowadays, there are also land levelers made from lasers for easier use. It is actually the product of latest technological advancements that can take away the usual hassles of traditional land leveling process. Laser land levelers are equipped with laser rays to even out rugged surfaces. You may have to spend an extra amount to purchase such type of land leveler but it’s actually worth it. Using a laser land leveler can help you maximize the productivity of your farm land and thus, maximize its use and profit. It can also help a lot to save water so it can cut the high cost of utilizing tube wells.
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Learn About Fuel Catalysts
What would you say if I told you there’s a product you could use that would increase your car’s horsepower, decrease its emissions, and get you better gas mileage? You’d probably be totally for it or think I was completely insane. Well, I know of a product that does all the above. Fuel catalysts are simply chemicals, usually in liquid or pill form, that you add into your gas tank. After a short time, you’ll get better gas mileage, more power, and be helping the environment. And fuel catalysts not only work in cars, vans, and SUVs; they also work in motorcycles, boats, RVs, farm equipment, generators, and pretty much anything that uses petroleum based fuels. If these products sound like something you’re interesting in, just read on.
I’ve already told you what these fuel catalysts can do, but you’re also probably wondering what they are and how they work. A catalyst in a reaction is an extra ingredient that makes the reaction go faster or more efficiently. In the case of fuel catalysts, they make the reaction of burning fuel more efficient. They don’t actually mix with your gasoline; they chemically alter in to a different substance. This new type of fuel burns better than regular gasoline, making it more efficient.
So, how does this make your vehicle run better? When your vehicle runs normally, 85% of the energy produced by the reaction is heat. This means that only 15% of the energy is actually going into running your engine. Also, there are a lot of byproducts produced that build up in your engine, making it even less efficient. When you add a fuel catalyst, the burning of gasoline or diesel becomes more efficient. This makes the engine operate at a lower temperature; meaning that less of the energy is being lost as heat and more of the energy is being used to power your car. This increases your car’s horsepower and gas mileage. Adding a catalyst also produces fewer byproducts because of the increased efficiency of the reaction, meaning less buildup in your engine and even more efficiency. A cleaner engine also means that you’ll have fewer breakdowns and need fewer tune-ups. This saves you even more money!
I also mentioned earlier that these fuel additives help reduce pollution. When a catalyst is added to a reaction, this means more of the final product in produced and byproducts are reduced. The muck in your engine is one bad byproduct, but it’s not the only one. When fuel burns more efficiently, it produces more carbon dioxide and less carbon monoxide. You may think “but isn’t carbon dioxide bad?” Well, yes, but carbon monoxide is more toxic. Plus, even though you’re getting more carbon dioxide from each gallon; you’re burning fewer gallons overall, so it’s not really bad.
I’ve given you as much information about these products as I can, but I understand you may still be skeptical. The best way to find out if these products really work is to try them yourself. What I must warn you against is trying one dose of one of these products and then saying that it doesn’t work because there was little improvement. Depending on the age of your vehicle, there may be a whole lot of gunk inside it that needs to be cleaned out. It may take using one of these products several times to see noticeable results. So, if you’re really serious about saving money on gas and repairs, or on helping the environment; then you should stick with it before you decide this isn’t working for you.
I’ve already told you what these fuel catalysts can do, but you’re also probably wondering what they are and how they work. A catalyst in a reaction is an extra ingredient that makes the reaction go faster or more efficiently. In the case of fuel catalysts, they make the reaction of burning fuel more efficient. They don’t actually mix with your gasoline; they chemically alter in to a different substance. This new type of fuel burns better than regular gasoline, making it more efficient.
So, how does this make your vehicle run better? When your vehicle runs normally, 85% of the energy produced by the reaction is heat. This means that only 15% of the energy is actually going into running your engine. Also, there are a lot of byproducts produced that build up in your engine, making it even less efficient. When you add a fuel catalyst, the burning of gasoline or diesel becomes more efficient. This makes the engine operate at a lower temperature; meaning that less of the energy is being lost as heat and more of the energy is being used to power your car. This increases your car’s horsepower and gas mileage. Adding a catalyst also produces fewer byproducts because of the increased efficiency of the reaction, meaning less buildup in your engine and even more efficiency. A cleaner engine also means that you’ll have fewer breakdowns and need fewer tune-ups. This saves you even more money!
I also mentioned earlier that these fuel additives help reduce pollution. When a catalyst is added to a reaction, this means more of the final product in produced and byproducts are reduced. The muck in your engine is one bad byproduct, but it’s not the only one. When fuel burns more efficiently, it produces more carbon dioxide and less carbon monoxide. You may think “but isn’t carbon dioxide bad?” Well, yes, but carbon monoxide is more toxic. Plus, even though you’re getting more carbon dioxide from each gallon; you’re burning fewer gallons overall, so it’s not really bad.
I’ve given you as much information about these products as I can, but I understand you may still be skeptical. The best way to find out if these products really work is to try them yourself. What I must warn you against is trying one dose of one of these products and then saying that it doesn’t work because there was little improvement. Depending on the age of your vehicle, there may be a whole lot of gunk inside it that needs to be cleaned out. It may take using one of these products several times to see noticeable results. So, if you’re really serious about saving money on gas and repairs, or on helping the environment; then you should stick with it before you decide this isn’t working for you.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Learn All About Car Dealer Auctions
In this article, we will discuss the car dealer auction, giving our readers an insight into what goes on at the car auctions for dealers.
The car dealer auction is available all over the world to hundreds of people. However, we have come to learn that they are most popular in the United Kingdom and the United States of America.
The procedures at the car dealer auction
There are normally set procedures what happen at the car auction, we will go through each stage so that people can get an understanding of what it is like at the car auction. To be honest, anyone can go to a car auction, there is no set format saying a car auction is for dealers only. However, in our experience, dealers of cars at the car dealer auction are the main people you will find at the auctions.
This is good news however for those wishing to get started as they can offer some insight from other dealers at the car dealer auction. If you are not a dealer and are just wishing to buy a bargain car, by all means, go and grab yourself a bargain. You may even find that you gain some interest in car auctions and may want to go again to pick up another good deal on a car to sell on for profits. This is how many dealers get started.
Test drive the cars on show
If you are bidding on cars, this will be your chance to test drive the cars on show. Generally, this part is only for dealers or those wanting to bid on one of the cars being put on auctioneer. It is up to you if you want to test drive one the cars available, however, if you are buying a car, we recommend that you test drive the cars you are interested in.
Bidding
This is where you will bid on the cars and try to outbid others at the car dealer auction. At this part of the auction, you will likely get a very good deal on a car, that’s assuming the auctioneer doesn’t put the prices at silly prices and there is no one there who is just going to blow spare cash.
Winning the car
When you win the car, you will be offered a method of payment and cut off dates as to when to pay, you will also be offered the keys to the car upon cleared payment.
The car dealer auction is available all over the world to hundreds of people. However, we have come to learn that they are most popular in the United Kingdom and the United States of America.
The procedures at the car dealer auction
There are normally set procedures what happen at the car auction, we will go through each stage so that people can get an understanding of what it is like at the car auction. To be honest, anyone can go to a car auction, there is no set format saying a car auction is for dealers only. However, in our experience, dealers of cars at the car dealer auction are the main people you will find at the auctions.
This is good news however for those wishing to get started as they can offer some insight from other dealers at the car dealer auction. If you are not a dealer and are just wishing to buy a bargain car, by all means, go and grab yourself a bargain. You may even find that you gain some interest in car auctions and may want to go again to pick up another good deal on a car to sell on for profits. This is how many dealers get started.
Test drive the cars on show
If you are bidding on cars, this will be your chance to test drive the cars on show. Generally, this part is only for dealers or those wanting to bid on one of the cars being put on auctioneer. It is up to you if you want to test drive one the cars available, however, if you are buying a car, we recommend that you test drive the cars you are interested in.
Bidding
This is where you will bid on the cars and try to outbid others at the car dealer auction. At this part of the auction, you will likely get a very good deal on a car, that’s assuming the auctioneer doesn’t put the prices at silly prices and there is no one there who is just going to blow spare cash.
Winning the car
When you win the car, you will be offered a method of payment and cut off dates as to when to pay, you will also be offered the keys to the car upon cleared payment.
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