The Latest Volkswagen

This week I've been asked to review a Volkswagen of my choosing and after much deliberation I've decided on the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560/4 Autel MaxiSys MS906TS. No I haven't gone mad, you see Lamborghini is owned by Audi who are owned by Volkswagen so in essence all Lambos are the Italian lovechild from a German partnership. It was also an opportunity I couldn't pass up following me cashing my cheque to a track day which allowed me to get behind the wheel of one.

The reason I've always liked Lamborghini is what they stand for: raw power and noise, crazy styling and their ability to make you feel eight years old all over again. As a child I grew up with the largest hardback book of cars you've ever seen. I remember there were only 100 cars in the book, but for some reason every page was the size of a house. To be honest even at a mere eight years old, the majority of the cars looked dated even when newly released. Ferrari was going through a slump OBD Tool, the Delorean was made of tinfoil and no disrespect to the French, but the Venturi was hardly a supercar thoroughbred.

However there were two pages of the book of real interest and they lovingly featured the Lamborghinis Countach and Diablo. The former looked like a Transformer halfway between being robot and vehicle, with its half open vents, angular styling and larger rear wheels making the front bumper burrow through the tarmac. The Diablo as with the Countach had doors that opened to the heavens rather than in the conventional manner and was the first Lambo to achieve 200mph. Both wouldn't have looked out of place with rocket launchers and wings on them and from that moment on, Lamborghini were the dream car maker for me.

It's safe to assume then that my day driving the Gallardo was a slightly exciting one. Looking back at the Countach and Diablo they were unwieldy machines that didn't top any reliability surveys and this played on my mind a tad, not so much the reliability, but the fact I'd end up in a hedge backwards at 150mph thanks to poor handling. The amazing thing however is this: since Volkswagen have taken over the company and used their engineering resources (Audi included) the Gallardo is not only the most beautiful car they've made x431 pro mini, but it's so easy to drive quickly even an oaf like me can do it.

Ok let's prove that fact with some statistics. My current car has a 1.6 litre engine, an asthmatic 111bhp and a 0-60mph time of 11 seconds. I am used to driving this and am aware it is painfully slow, but to compare that to a 5.2 litre, 552bhp 0-60mph in 3.7 seconds Gallardo is simply scary. Not willing to show my fear to the instructor however, I did the usual laps in slower cars to practice the racing line and then I was ready to go.

The version I drove had the additional benefit of having a flappy paddle gearbox so all I had to do was pull up on the paddle on the right hand side of the steering wheel to change up a gear and do the same on the left to change back down. As you'd expect from a car that does 0-60mph "faster than you can say this sentence out loud" the gears required changing frequently. If you're hoping I'm building up to a big crescendo, complete with big crash you'll be disappointed I'm afraid. The gear changes were as smooth as silk, the roar from the V10 was heavenly and the steering was perfectly balanced. I've driven many Lamborghinis on the PlayStation and although it sounds idiotic to say so, the real experience, although far more exciting and involving was no scarier than lying on the sofa, pressing go on the controller.

There should be no other car on an eight year olds' wall than the Gallardo, it is stunning to behold - angles suit a car far more than curves I've decided. The front bumper is my personal favourite feature with two huge air intakes ready to eat anything they encounter. The doors may now open conventionally but the spirit of Lamborghini coarses through every vein of the Gallardo. The cost of this magnificent creature is a mere £143, 350. Ok so maybe the car isn't perfect after all, but for the six people who will buy one in the next decade, it'll be money well spent.

I wish Volkswagen would buy my car.

Mark Creese is a writer and car enthusiast. Here he discusses his test drive of a Lamborghini Gallardo. Alan Day Volkswagen

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The History of the Red Baron

How many of us have read Peanuts and laughed at Snoopy as the Red Baron? You can just see him sitting on the roof of his doghouse with his goggles on his head and his jaunty neck scarf trailing behind him autel ds808. Did you know that Snoopy's character was actually inspired by a real person? The real Red Baron was not a cartoon. He was a fighter pilot flying with the Imperial German Army Air Service during the First World War. The Red Baron's real name was Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen Launch CReader 9081.

The Red Baron reached the pinnacle of his short career when he was awarded The Blue Max, also known as the Pour Le Mérite. This was Prussia's highest military rank for a German soldier to achieve and he received it after his 16th kill. Shortly after receiving the rank of Blue Max in 1915, he transferred from the cavalry to the Air Service and served as one of the first members of Jasta, the specialized fighter squadrons of World War I Germany.

By that time, the Red Baron had already proven himself to be a talented fighter pilot. He soon became the leader of Jasta 11, a squadron known as the Flying Circus. After he joined the Flying Circus

he painted his plane bright red, hence the nickname The Red Baron. The baron distinguished himself for making approximately 80 kills. His career as a pilot was highly publicized and during this time he was known for being the most interesting character to arrive on the scene.

He was young, dashing, and on the cutting edge of technology during his day, flying Germany's latest fighter planes in the skies of World War I. On July 6th 1917, von Richthofen received a head wound during a battle which resulted in temporary blindness. During his rehabilitation, the German army used propaganda to pump up the Red Baron's legendary ability as a fighter pilot. As a result, he achieved nationwide fame and a nearly cult following by the German people.

As part of the efforts of the German government's wartime propaganda machine, the Red Baron was directed to write his autobiography while still convalescing from his head wound. This book was censored and edited in such a way as to portray Germany as a mighty force to be reckoned with. The Red Baron later tried to recant his portrayal of himself, as he felt that he was not the arrogant man that he was directed to describe himself as. The book was published without these later edits, so the Autobiography still stands as the German propaganda machine directed him to write it.

The Red Baron's last battle was his most famous, and theories abound as to how it ended. What is known is that the Baron was in hot pursuit of a Canadian pilot in his Sopwith Camel. The two planes were reportedly flying at a low altitude. The Royal Air Force claimed that Captain Arthur Roy Brown was responsible for shooting down the plane of the famed Red Baron, though what truly happened will never be known. It has been said that the Australian ground forces were actually the individuals responsible for his death, with some arguing that the angle of the bullet entries would suggest that he was shot from the ground, rather than by another airborne plane in the battle. Whatever the true story, Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen, the famed Red Baron, was shot down on April 21, 1918.

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The Exhaust System

Your car's exhaust system carries away the gases created when the fuel and air are burned in the combustion chamber. These gases are harmful to humans and our environment. A frequent check of your exhaust system is a must to provide for you and your family's safety. Make sure there are no holes in the exhaust system or in the passenger compartment where exhaust fumes could enter. Let's begin by listing the parts of the exhaust system and their functions.

Exhaust manifold: The exhaust manifold attaches to the cylinder head and takes each cylinders exhaust and combines it into one pipe. The manifold can be made of steel, aluminum, stainless steel, or more commonly cast iron.

Oxygen sensor: All modern fuel injected cars utilize an oxygen sensor to measure how much oxygen is present in the exhaust. From this the computer can add or subtract fuel to obtain the correct mixture for maximum fuel economy. The oxygen sensor is mounted in the exhaust manifold or close to it in the exhaust pipe.

Catalytic converter: This muffler like part converts harmful carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons to water vapor and carbon dioxide. Some converters also reduce harmful nitrogen oxides. The converter is mounted between the exhaust manifold and the muffler.

Muffler: The muffler serves to quiet the exhaust down to acceptable levels. Remember that the combustion process is a series of explosions that create allot of noise. Most mufflers use baffles to bounce the exhaust around dissipating the energy and quieting the noise. Some mufflers also use fiberglass packing, which absorbs the sound energy as the gases flow through.

Exhaust pipe: Between all of the above mention parts is the exhaust pipe which carries the gas through it's journey out your tail pipe. Exhaust tubing is usually made of steel but can be stainless steel (which lasts longer due to it's corrosion resistance) or aluminized steel tubing. Aluminized steel has better corrosion resistance than plain steel but not better than stainless steel. It is however cheaper than stainless steel.

Common Problems:

Well the worst enemy of your exhaust system is corrosion.... or more commonly known as rust. Rust is caused by moisture reacting with the iron in the steel and forming iron oxide. Moisture, or water vapor is present in the exhaust as a by-product of combustion and the catalytic converter. Moisture can also come from the outside in the form of rain.

Short trips in your car can shorten the life of your exhaust system. When you shut down your engine whatever water vapor is in the pipes condenses and turns back into a liquid. On a short trip the water never has a chance to get hot enough to turn back into water vapor and just stays in the system and rusts away the pipes. If you drive for short distances consider replacing your exhaust system with stainless steel when the plain steel one rusts through. If you drive more than 15 miles at a time then you should not have to worry about this autel maxidas ds808.

If you live in an area, which uses salt on the roads in the wintertime, make sure to wash the underside of you car with water every few weeks. Salt speeds up the corrosion process and getting it off as soon as possible will help stop the corrosion. Make sure you run the engine after washing to drive off all of the water on the pipes Launch CReader 6001.

Noticing a decrease in your gas mileage? Your oxygen sensor could be going south on you. As time goes on the oxygen sensor begins to wear out and becomes less accurate. This sometimes results in a rich fuel mixture where your engine burns more fuel than is needed. Most of the time your check engine light will come on and alert you to a failing oxygen sensor. I suggest changing the oxygen sensor every 60,000 miles just to be safe. Even though your check engine light might not be on, you could be using more gas than is needed. Pay a few bucks and change the sensor, your wallet will thank you when you have to buy less gas down the road.

The next part in line to go is the muffler. Most of the time mufflers rust through and need to be replaced. There are allot of options out there for replacement mufflers. Some cheap and some expensive. It holds true... you get what you pay for. If you plan on keeping your car for any period of time, spend the extra cash and get an OEM muffler or a high quality name brand muffler.

On rare occasions the catalytic converter will become clogged and need to be replaced. Symptoms include loss of power, heat coming from the floor of your car, glowing red converter or a sulfur smell. Never let a mechanic tell you that you can do without the catalytic converter. Removing this component is illegal in most states and can lead to a hefty fine to the government if you are not careful.

That's about it for the exhaust system; just remember that rust is the biggest enemy to your exhaust system. Take the above-mentioned steps and your exhaust system will last a long time

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The Consequences of Not Having Auto Insurance

If you are one of those people who think auto insurance is a scam, beware. There could be some major payout in your future. Car insurance is extremely valuable, particularly in today`s society as more and more people find themselves involved in accidents that aren`t even their fault. You can literally be the safest driver around and still end up in a car accident. While it may not have been your fault, you may still be liable for some of the damages and this is where it comes in very handy to have auto insurance.

It Could Be Illegal

Depending on where you live, chances are it`s illegal to drive without insurance, so you`ll want to make sure that you have the minimum required, which is liability. Even in areas where you aren`t required to have insurance per se, you ARE required to have the money to cover an accident. You will need to actually prove that you can pay for damages, should they occur. This could be a big problem if you don`t have much money stored up in the bank.

Most drivers without auto insurance end up doing hit and runs, to avoid being caught, which usually results in jail time. It`s not a good idea to drive without auto insurance, but this isn`t the worst that could happen if you avoid it.

Since driving without insurance or the ability to pay for damages can hold some big consequences, you will want to know what they are in your area. Some states only charge a fine (often in the thousands) or impound your car, but many will include jail time.

Bigger Losses, Bigger Payouts

What happens if you are in a car accident and you haven`t purchased car insurance? You will be in big trouble, to say the least, particularly if the accident is deemed to be your fault Autel MaxiSys Pro. You will be responsible for any injuries and damages involved in the accident, which can grow very rapidly.

Not only will you be penalized for not having the appropriate insurance, you will also be required to pay out of your pocket. This can literally bankrupt someone and it can be extremely bad for your record. You could even lose your license, which negates the need to buy auto insurance after the fact.

A major car accident could end up costing you hundreds of thousands of dollars, plus fines and jail time. It`s really not worth it when you consider how little you would pay each month for peace of mind with auto insurance. Not to mention, if you are the one injured in an accident and the other driver has no insurance, you are really going to be in trouble. You`ll end up having to pay your own medical bills, which, as we all know, can get very expensive, very fast.

Driving without auto insurance could be the biggest risk you`ve taken in your life. While you will be saving money in the moment, there`s no telling when (not if, but when) you will be in an accident and need that insurance. Rather than paying a minimal amount along the way Autel Maxidas DS808, you`ll end up being responsible for everything all at once and that`s a hit that most bank accounts just can`t deal with.

Rather than risk your savings, it`s far better to invest in auto insurance and simply pay by the month or year, eliminating the need to lose everything when you have a collision. The minimal amount of insurance will keep jail and fines at bay and doesn`t have to be terribly expensive.

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The Best Places To Compare And Check Prices Of Cars Online

Do you want to buy a car but don't know how much you should spend or whether you should buy new or used vehicle? Do you know what kind of car you want but don't know which cars meet your criteria? Do you have at least three or four cars in mind and would like to compare their specifications and prices? Do you know exactly what car you would like to buy but want to research it fully? Are you raring to buy a car right now?

Do you find yourselves in any of the situation above? Then you are probably on the lookout for the best place where you can check and compare prices of cars. The Internet is filled with literally thousands of websites offering cars both used and bran new. It can really be confusing which site to visit. Of course you could visit them all but that would take you a very long time. And it is simply not worth it.

So how do you know the right place to check and compare prices of cars? Well all you need to do is follow some simple guidelines that could significantly narrow down your search for a place to buy a car.

The first thing that you could do is look for a website with a comprehensive Internet directory of automobile related resources. The site should also have links that provide a wealth of information about the ins and outs of cars shopping. It must also have resources on car accessories, auto financing and insurance.

Look for a website with a well organized database of car information. You should be able to find relevant information quickly and easily. Also, look for ratings from credible organizations. Ratings often tell if a site has good service and products.

If you are completely clueless about how to buy a car then you should visit car buying guide websites. These websites are usually a good place to check and compare prices of cars. These buying guides include data - such as reviews and safety test results - on both new and old cars.

Most of these sites have an archive of articles on specific car model reviews. Some also hive an advanced search feature that would allow you to look for information on a specific car throughout the site. Some would even allow you to search a car by price.

If you are someone who has at least two to four kinds of cars in mind, then you should look for website with good tools for comparing vehicles. A number of web sites sport superior tools for comparing cars that will aid you in scrutinizing every aspect of a certain car in comparison with other cars. Just type "Car Comparison Tools" in the search engine.

As the name suggest, car comparison tools lets you compare cars. There are websites with car comparison tools that would allow you to virtually compare cars side by side Launch CReader 5001. Look for a website which lists the specifications of the cars as well as a detailed summary of the comparison. The more cars you can compare side by side, the better. There are websites that would allow you to compare up to eight automobiles side by side.

You should also be able to adequate of information like crash ratings, dealer holdback, a short anecdote of pros and cons section and warranty data. The information must be well stated and easy to read and comprehend.

You should be able to see cars compared in different categories like overview, specifications, features and safety, etc. The site must also be able to tell you which car has an advantage in terms of different aspects.

The summary of comparisons of the cars must be laid out clearly. Most importantly, the prices must be shown when the cars are being compared. This would make it easier for you to choose the car that would fit your budget.

Whether you are totally clueless of cars, know a thing or two or is a complete expert when it comes to motor vehicles there is a website that can help you check and compare prices launch x431 v+. A website that will make it convenient for you to browse thorough different model of cars so you could properly choose one before buying.

Happy car shopping!

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