Mazda starts production of all-new 8-seat Biante minivan

Mazda Motor Corp on Monday held a commemorative ceremony to mark the production kickoff of the all-new Mazda Biante minivan at its Ujina Plant No.1 near Mazda’s headquarters in Hiroshima. Sales of the Mazda Biante are scheduled to commence in Japan on July 8.

Mazda President Hisakazu Imaki said, “The launch of the all-new Biante marks Mazda’s entry into Japan’s mid-size ‘tall’ minivan segment. In terms of sales volume, it is second only to the compact car segment, where we introduced the all-new Mazda Demio last year. As the latest product to embody Mazda’s Zoom-Zoom tradition, the Mazda Biante will enable us to appeal to an even wider range of customers with vehicles that ‘look inviting to drive, are fun to drive, and make you want to drive them again.’”

The 8-seat Biante minivan was developed under the concept,
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Mazda starts production of all-new 8-seat Biante minivan

Mazda Motor Corp on Monday held a commemorative ceremony to mark the production kickoff of the all-new Mazda Biante minivan at its Ujina Plant No.1 near Mazda’s headquarters in Hiroshima. Sales of the Mazda Biante are scheduled to commence in Japan on July 8.

Mazda President Hisakazu Imaki said, “The launch of the all-new Biante marks Mazda’s entry into Japan’s mid-size ‘tall’ minivan segment. In terms of sales volume, it is second only to the compact car segment, where we introduced the all-new Mazda Demio last year. As the latest product to embody Mazda’s Zoom-Zoom tradition, the Mazda Biante will enable us to appeal to an even wider range of customers with vehicles that ‘look inviting to drive, are fun to drive, and make you want to drive them again.’”

The 8-seat Biante minivan was developed under the concept,
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The Rolls Royce Phantom Limo

When it comes to the list of high-end cars, the vehicles from BMW’s subsidiary Rolls-Royce Motor Cars are definitely included in it. The Rolls-Royce Phantom, for example, is among the ultra-luxury makes of the company. Picture this model stretched out a limousine. It would emphasize more how pricey and top-of-the-line the Phantom is. Readers, imagine no more as Mutec Company mustered all its elements to come up with a limousine–the Rolls-Royce Phantom way.

The Rolls Royce Phantom Limo

When it comes to the list of high-end cars, the vehicles from BMW’s subsidiary Rolls-Royce Motor Cars are definitely included in it. The Rolls-Royce Phantom, for example, is among the ultra-luxury makes of the company. Picture this model stretched out a limousine. It would emphasize more how pricey and top-of-the-line the Phantom is. Readers, imagine no more as Mutec Company mustered all its elements to come up with a limousine–the Rolls-Royce Phantom way.

Mercury may be coming end of the road

Launched in the 1939 model year as a “step-up” car for buyers between economy Fords and upscale Lincolns, Mercury was known for its powerful V-8 engines, such as the one in this 1939 Mercury Eight, and became popular with hot rodders.
The dealers, in fact, could be the key to Mercury's fate. Although there are no stand-alone Mercury stores left, about 1,900 dealerships sell the brand in combination with Ford or Lincoln or both.Because of franchise agreements and state laws that protect car dealers, killing off a line of vehicles can be a real pain, as General Motors Corp. discovered when it pulled the plug on Oldsmobile eight years ago. GM set aside almost $1 billion to handle the transition and still spent more than five years battling dealer lawsuits.

Mercury may be coming end of the road

Launched in the 1939 model year as a “step-up” car for buyers between economy Fords and upscale Lincolns, Mercury was known for its powerful V-8 engines, such as the one in this 1939 Mercury Eight, and became popular with hot rodders.
The dealers, in fact, could be the key to Mercury's fate. Although there are no stand-alone Mercury stores left, about 1,900 dealerships sell the brand in combination with Ford or Lincoln or both.Because of franchise agreements and state laws that protect car dealers, killing off a line of vehicles can be a real pain, as General Motors Corp. discovered when it pulled the plug on Oldsmobile eight years ago. GM set aside almost $1 billion to handle the transition and still spent more than five years battling dealer lawsuits.

State legislators in overdrive on motor vehicle laws

One lawmaker wants to restrict driving by truants and high school dropouts. Another would regulate where global positioning system devices can be installed. Another wants a new state committee to study the danger that silent-running electric cars pose to blind pedestrians.

These ideas follow new laws banning computer and cellphone use by teenagers while driving, restricting adult drivers to hands-free cellphones, and barring smoking in cars when minors are present. The blitz of existing and proposed laws regulating use of the automobile, symbol of freedom, has Messer and other Californians pounding on their steering wheels.
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State legislators in overdrive on motor vehicle laws

One lawmaker wants to restrict driving by truants and high school dropouts. Another would regulate where global positioning system devices can be installed. Another wants a new state committee to study the danger that silent-running electric cars pose to blind pedestrians.

These ideas follow new laws banning computer and cellphone use by teenagers while driving, restricting adult drivers to hands-free cellphones, and barring smoking in cars when minors are present. The blitz of existing and proposed laws regulating use of the automobile, symbol of freedom, has Messer and other Californians pounding on their steering wheels.
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BMW is rolling out a new model every three months

The lofty new modern art museum in Munich boasts a world-class collection of art, design, and architecture. But on May 19, the specially invited guests weren't there to gawk at the Picassos and Mirós. They were assembled to appraise the art Bavarians love best: The latest model from Bayerische Motoren Werke. More than 100 German car dealers crowded around the revamped 5 Series sedan, the heart of the BMW franchise. They gazed approvingly at the sleek surfaces and listened as engineers described the tight handling of the new steering and stability systems. Looming over the proceedings was a 10-meter high sculpture celebrating the beauty of auto design, created by none other than Christopher Bangle, the controversial American designer of BMW's new look,But to the auto world, the latest Bimmer to hit the road is always a subject worthy of high drama. The Internet chat rooms of the global car-buff community have been buzzing about the fifth-generation 5 Series for months now. And they have a lot more to talk about than the latest rendition of BMW's biggest money-maker....more

BMW is rolling out a new model every three months

The lofty new modern art museum in Munich boasts a world-class collection of art, design, and architecture. But on May 19, the specially invited guests weren't there to gawk at the Picassos and Mirós. They were assembled to appraise the art Bavarians love best: The latest model from Bayerische Motoren Werke. More than 100 German car dealers crowded around the revamped 5 Series sedan, the heart of the BMW franchise. They gazed approvingly at the sleek surfaces and listened as engineers described the tight handling of the new steering and stability systems. Looming over the proceedings was a 10-meter high sculpture celebrating the beauty of auto design, created by none other than Christopher Bangle, the controversial American designer of BMW's new look,But to the auto world, the latest Bimmer to hit the road is always a subject worthy of high drama. The Internet chat rooms of the global car-buff community have been buzzing about the fifth-generation 5 Series for months now. And they have a lot more to talk about than the latest rendition of BMW's biggest money-maker....more

Diesel s win US ‘National Engineering Challenge X’ competition

Clean diesel technology powered the top three winning vehicles and 12 of 17 entries overall in an American national engineering competition known as ‘Challenge X’ to design the ‘green’ cars of the future, an achievement warmly welcomed by the Diesel Technology Forum, an industry lobby group supporting diesel vehicle manufacturers in the US market, which says that over the next 16 months, more than a dozen new clean diesel vehicles will be available to consumers."

Seventeen universities fielded engineering teams to design a car that runs on smaller amounts of fuel made from renewable resources. Each team reconfigured a Chevrolet Equinox sport utility vehicle using hybrid, plug-in or fuel cell technology and alternative fuels sources such as biodiesel, ethanol and hydrogen. Twelve of the teams used diesel as part of their technology solution.

General Motors, the U.S. Department of Energy and others sponsored the competition, whose winner was announced at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.

Diesel s win US ‘National Engineering Challenge X’ competition

Clean diesel technology powered the top three winning vehicles and 12 of 17 entries overall in an American national engineering competition known as ‘Challenge X’ to design the ‘green’ cars of the future, an achievement warmly welcomed by the Diesel Technology Forum, an industry lobby group supporting diesel vehicle manufacturers in the US market, which says that over the next 16 months, more than a dozen new clean diesel vehicles will be available to consumers."

Seventeen universities fielded engineering teams to design a car that runs on smaller amounts of fuel made from renewable resources. Each team reconfigured a Chevrolet Equinox sport utility vehicle using hybrid, plug-in or fuel cell technology and alternative fuels sources such as biodiesel, ethanol and hydrogen. Twelve of the teams used diesel as part of their technology solution.

General Motors, the U.S. Department of Energy and others sponsored the competition, whose winner was announced at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.

Andrew Page leaves UK Parts Alliance

The aftermarket parts distributor Andrew Page will part company with the UK Parts Alliance (UKPA) buying group that it helped to form nine years ago with effect from 1st July, following management changes in the company.

The UKPA said earlier this month, “There have been a number of management changes at Andrew Page and as a consequence of this, Andrew Page cannot comply with the group strategy of the UKPA. Therefore they have decided to leave the UK Parts Alliance. Actions are underway to maintain national coverage and nothing changes with regards to the UKPA's strategy. It is business as usual".

The departure of Andrew Page means UKPA is left with eight member parts distribution companies, namely: Allparts Automotive Ltd., Camberley Auto Factors Ltd, CES (UK) Ltd, Central Auto Supplies, Dingbro Ltd, GMF Motor Factors Ltd, Mill Autoquip Ltd, and SC Motor Factors Ltd.
(www.ukpa.net, www.aftermarketnetwork.com, 16th May)

Andrew Page leaves UK Parts Alliance

The aftermarket parts distributor Andrew Page will part company with the UK Parts Alliance (UKPA) buying group that it helped to form nine years ago with effect from 1st July, following management changes in the company.

The UKPA said earlier this month, “There have been a number of management changes at Andrew Page and as a consequence of this, Andrew Page cannot comply with the group strategy of the UKPA. Therefore they have decided to leave the UK Parts Alliance. Actions are underway to maintain national coverage and nothing changes with regards to the UKPA's strategy. It is business as usual".

The departure of Andrew Page means UKPA is left with eight member parts distribution companies, namely: Allparts Automotive Ltd., Camberley Auto Factors Ltd, CES (UK) Ltd, Central Auto Supplies, Dingbro Ltd, GMF Motor Factors Ltd, Mill Autoquip Ltd, and SC Motor Factors Ltd.
(www.ukpa.net, www.aftermarketnetwork.com, 16th May)

Tata Motors now bets on super fuel-efficient car

Breaking engineering design and price barriers was not enough for Tata Motors when it displayed the Rs 1-lakh Nano at the Delhi Auto Expo in January 2008. Now, India’s largest commercial vehicle maker has entered an automotive contest in the US for which it will develop an e-drive micro car and an electric hybrid, which, according to the contest rules, should be able to achieve 100 miles per gallon energy equivalent and also have a mass appeal.

According to the New York-based Progressive Automotive, Tata Motors UK has signed a letter of intent to participate in the contest “designed to inspire a new generation of viable, super fuel-efficient vehicles”. Apart from being fast, these cars should also have mass appeal so that consumers.....more

Tata Motors now bets on super fuel-efficient car

Breaking engineering design and price barriers was not enough for Tata Motors when it displayed the Rs 1-lakh Nano at the Delhi Auto Expo in January 2008. Now, India’s largest commercial vehicle maker has entered an automotive contest in the US for which it will develop an e-drive micro car and an electric hybrid, which, according to the contest rules, should be able to achieve 100 miles per gallon energy equivalent and also have a mass appeal.

According to the New York-based Progressive Automotive, Tata Motors UK has signed a letter of intent to participate in the contest “designed to inspire a new generation of viable, super fuel-efficient vehicles”. Apart from being fast, these cars should also have mass appeal so that consumers.....more

GM mulls selling Chevrolets in South Korea

SEOUL, South Korea - General Motors Corp. is considering launching its Chevrolet brand in South Korea to capture a larger share of the country's growing market for imported cars, a company executive said Friday.

The U.S. automaker will make a decision on the move after completing a study by the end of this year, said James H. Raymond, executive director of GM's Asia-Pacific vehicle sales, service and marketing division.

GM Korea currently sells Cadillac sedans at 41 million to 120 million Korea won ($39,000-115,000) each and Saab sedans at 37 million to 59 million won. continues

GM mulls selling Chevrolets in South Korea

SEOUL, South Korea - General Motors Corp. is considering launching its Chevrolet brand in South Korea to capture a larger share of the country's growing market for imported cars, a company executive said Friday.

The U.S. automaker will make a decision on the move after completing a study by the end of this year, said James H. Raymond, executive director of GM's Asia-Pacific vehicle sales, service and marketing division.

GM Korea currently sells Cadillac sedans at 41 million to 120 million Korea won ($39,000-115,000) each and Saab sedans at 37 million to 59 million won. continues

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe, Sand Dunes

Stop by CorvetteGuys.com and check out their large selection of Z06 Wheels.

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe, Sand Dunes

Stop by CorvetteGuys.com and check out their large selection of Z06 Wheels.

Shelby Cobra 2005 Concept

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The new Ford Shelby Cobra Concept represents the next step in the evolution of Ford’s concept vehicles, boasting an eye-catching design and impressive performance statistics. Thanks to its high-quality engineering features, which allow the Cobra Concept to be as efficient and agile as a sports car, the model is already close to production standard.
In designing the Cobra Concept, the Ford-Shelby team drew inspiration from the Ford GT production model, maximising efficiency through the borrowed suspension and space frame. Despite the differing dimensions and characters of the two cars, the engineers were able to adapt the rear-mid engine setup from the Ford GT to the Cobra Concept’s front-mid engine platform.

The major inspiration behind the Cobra Concept is the famous Cobra 427, and Ford engineers manufactured a new aluminium-block V10 engine for the latest Cobra incarnation. With a displacement of 6.4 litres, the Ford MOD family engine delivers the raw power associated with the 1960s classic. The Cobra Concept achieves figures of 605 bhp and 501 lb/ft of torque without supercharging or turbocharging.
Stop by AmericanMuscle.com and check out their large inventory of Pypes Exhaust.

Shelby Cobra 2005 Concept

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The new Ford Shelby Cobra Concept represents the next step in the evolution of Ford’s concept vehicles, boasting an eye-catching design and impressive performance statistics. Thanks to its high-quality engineering features, which allow the Cobra Concept to be as efficient and agile as a sports car, the model is already close to production standard.
In designing the Cobra Concept, the Ford-Shelby team drew inspiration from the Ford GT production model, maximising efficiency through the borrowed suspension and space frame. Despite the differing dimensions and characters of the two cars, the engineers were able to adapt the rear-mid engine setup from the Ford GT to the Cobra Concept’s front-mid engine platform.

The major inspiration behind the Cobra Concept is the famous Cobra 427, and Ford engineers manufactured a new aluminium-block V10 engine for the latest Cobra incarnation. With a displacement of 6.4 litres, the Ford MOD family engine delivers the raw power associated with the 1960s classic. The Cobra Concept achieves figures of 605 bhp and 501 lb/ft of torque without supercharging or turbocharging.
Stop by AmericanMuscle.com and check out their large inventory of Pypes Exhaust.

2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder

The fourth generation of Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, mainly produced in United States, was officially released at the North American International Auto Show in early 2007 (was held from 7-th to 21-th of January). The 2 door and 4 passenger fron-wheel drive Spyder model comes out from the GS with a 16 valve, 162 hp 2.4 L engine and more powerful GT model designation with 24 valve, 3.8 L engines which produce 260 hp along muscular bodylines. The GT models offer manual six-speed transmission or five-speed automatic Sportronic® one. Both model designations use the SOHC (Single overhead camshaft) based engines which allow to reach higher speed. In SOHC engines, the cam operates the valves directly.

2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder

The fourth generation of Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, mainly produced in United States, was officially released at the North American International Auto Show in early 2007 (was held from 7-th to 21-th of January). The 2 door and 4 passenger fron-wheel drive Spyder model comes out from the GS with a 16 valve, 162 hp 2.4 L engine and more powerful GT model designation with 24 valve, 3.8 L engines which produce 260 hp along muscular bodylines. The GT models offer manual six-speed transmission or five-speed automatic Sportronic® one. Both model designations use the SOHC (Single overhead camshaft) based engines which allow to reach higher speed. In SOHC engines, the cam operates the valves directly.

Mitsubishi Motors, Peugeot to make cars in Russia

TOKYO — Mitsubishi Motors Corp said Monday that it will start automobile production in Russia in 2011 jointly with French automaker PSA Peugeot Citroen. The two companies will build a new plant with an annual production capacity of 160,000 units in Kaluga, southwest of Moscow.
Mitsubishi will be producing automobiles in Russia for the first time ever. Peugeot Citroen will lead the joint manufacture of midsize sport-utility vehicles, which will be sold under the Mitsubishi, Peugeot and Citroen brands. The Outlander SUV, supplied by Mitsubishi Motors to Peugeot Citroen on an original equipment manufacturer basis, is seen as a leading candidate model for the joint production in Russia.
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Mitsubishi Motors, Peugeot to make cars in Russia

TOKYO — Mitsubishi Motors Corp said Monday that it will start automobile production in Russia in 2011 jointly with French automaker PSA Peugeot Citroen. The two companies will build a new plant with an annual production capacity of 160,000 units in Kaluga, southwest of Moscow.
Mitsubishi will be producing automobiles in Russia for the first time ever. Peugeot Citroen will lead the joint manufacture of midsize sport-utility vehicles, which will be sold under the Mitsubishi, Peugeot and Citroen brands. The Outlander SUV, supplied by Mitsubishi Motors to Peugeot Citroen on an original equipment manufacturer basis, is seen as a leading candidate model for the joint production in Russia.
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Auto Insurance Quote

Tips to Search for an Auto Insurance Policy

By:Kelly
When you are searching for auto insurance quote you should do some analysis. It will help you to find out what kind of car insurance quote will be require for your vehicle. The coverage and the policies may vary from different states. Not all states need the same levels of insurance. So do your research accordingly your vehicle need and your budget and the state you are in.

When you search for the best possible car insurance quote, take in to account some factors. There are certain things which you should keep in mind like registration number and state where you registered your car, condition of your vehicle. If you want to do complete analysis, take help of online information. There are many sites which are providing through information about quote, policies and coverage.

While searching you should take consideration of various companies in the market and their policies. These companies decide your premiums only on risk factor. Insurance companies do search about your car and mark the risk factor associated with your car. They have various records with them. These companies keeps record of every insurance paid. They keep record of many thing such as car model, coverage amount, gender and age of driver, license number etc.

Auto Insurance Quote

Tips to Search for an Auto Insurance Policy

By:Kelly
When you are searching for auto insurance quote you should do some analysis. It will help you to find out what kind of car insurance quote will be require for your vehicle. The coverage and the policies may vary from different states. Not all states need the same levels of insurance. So do your research accordingly your vehicle need and your budget and the state you are in.

When you search for the best possible car insurance quote, take in to account some factors. There are certain things which you should keep in mind like registration number and state where you registered your car, condition of your vehicle. If you want to do complete analysis, take help of online information. There are many sites which are providing through information about quote, policies and coverage.

While searching you should take consideration of various companies in the market and their policies. These companies decide your premiums only on risk factor. Insurance companies do search about your car and mark the risk factor associated with your car. They have various records with them. These companies keeps record of every insurance paid. They keep record of many thing such as car model, coverage amount, gender and age of driver, license number etc.

Saab 9-1

Saab will enhance its range in 2010 with the 9-1, a new entry-level model that will compete in the premium hatch segment against the BMW 1-Series and the Audi A3. The new model will be heavily inspired from the Aero-X concept. The 9-1 will be built on GM’s updated Delta platform sharing many components with the next generation Opel / Saturn Astra.

Saab 9-1

Saab will enhance its range in 2010 with the 9-1, a new entry-level model that will compete in the premium hatch segment against the BMW 1-Series and the Audi A3. The new model will be heavily inspired from the Aero-X concept. The 9-1 will be built on GM’s updated Delta platform sharing many components with the next generation Opel / Saturn Astra.

F149 GT: its called the Ferrari California

Ferrari has unveiled the name of the F149, and as expected its called the Ferrari California. Along with the name announcement, the boys at Maranello have released three photos of the car with its top down, which reveals that it is a convertible. The rear three quarter review also gives us a little glimpse of the car’s interior. It is a Grand Tourer car, with the engine mounted at the front.

The engine under the hood is a 4.3 liter V8 engine making 460 PS at 7,500rpm, which is quite an impressive state of tune because as compared to BMW’s new V8 in the M3, the Ferrari engine produces a similiar horsepower to liter ratio but achieves the horsepower at about 1,000rpm lower. Other neat tricks Ferrari has used to extract the most power out of this engine include direct injection and a “flat crankshaft”.
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F149 GT: its called the Ferrari California

Ferrari has unveiled the name of the F149, and as expected its called the Ferrari California. Along with the name announcement, the boys at Maranello have released three photos of the car with its top down, which reveals that it is a convertible. The rear three quarter review also gives us a little glimpse of the car’s interior. It is a Grand Tourer car, with the engine mounted at the front.

The engine under the hood is a 4.3 liter V8 engine making 460 PS at 7,500rpm, which is quite an impressive state of tune because as compared to BMW’s new V8 in the M3, the Ferrari engine produces a similiar horsepower to liter ratio but achieves the horsepower at about 1,000rpm lower. Other neat tricks Ferrari has used to extract the most power out of this engine include direct injection and a “flat crankshaft”.
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Car Insurance Tips This Summer

Five Ways to Cut Auto Insurance Costs this Summer

With gas prices expected to remain high this summer, it makes sense to save as much as possible on other vehicle-related expenses, such as insurance.

You may feel the insurance company has all the power when it comes to setting your rates, but the truth is you’re the one in the driver’s seat.

“Insurance is one of the easiest vehicle-related expenses to control,” says Stephen Semprevivo, president of LowerMyBills.com, a free online resource for consumers to compare low rates on monthly bills and reduce the cost of living.

“From how and what you drive to the type of plan you choose, you control a lot of the factors that dictate your insurance costs.”

Here are five steps you can take to curb insurance costs this summer:

1. Comparison Shop

Prices can vary widely from company to company, so it pays to shop around for the best policy deal. Remember, though, that the cheapest deal isn’t necessarily the best. Look for a combination of good coverage and a good rate. A cheap rate isn’t worth much if the policy doesn’t meet your coverage needs.

Thanks to the Internet, it’s easier than ever to comparison shop across a range of companies. Web sites like LowerMyBills.com allow you to quickly and easily get information and compare car insurance carriers.

While any time is a good time to comparison shop for a better insurance rate, it’s particularly important to do so when you experience a major life change. Life events such as marriage or divorce, adding a child or driver, relocating or purchasing a new car can impact the insurance rate you may qualify for.
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Car Insurance Tips This Summer

Five Ways to Cut Auto Insurance Costs this Summer

With gas prices expected to remain high this summer, it makes sense to save as much as possible on other vehicle-related expenses, such as insurance.

You may feel the insurance company has all the power when it comes to setting your rates, but the truth is you’re the one in the driver’s seat.

“Insurance is one of the easiest vehicle-related expenses to control,” says Stephen Semprevivo, president of LowerMyBills.com, a free online resource for consumers to compare low rates on monthly bills and reduce the cost of living.

“From how and what you drive to the type of plan you choose, you control a lot of the factors that dictate your insurance costs.”

Here are five steps you can take to curb insurance costs this summer:

1. Comparison Shop

Prices can vary widely from company to company, so it pays to shop around for the best policy deal. Remember, though, that the cheapest deal isn’t necessarily the best. Look for a combination of good coverage and a good rate. A cheap rate isn’t worth much if the policy doesn’t meet your coverage needs.

Thanks to the Internet, it’s easier than ever to comparison shop across a range of companies. Web sites like LowerMyBills.com allow you to quickly and easily get information and compare car insurance carriers.

While any time is a good time to comparison shop for a better insurance rate, it’s particularly important to do so when you experience a major life change. Life events such as marriage or divorce, adding a child or driver, relocating or purchasing a new car can impact the insurance rate you may qualify for.
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Volo Auto Museum Features One of a Kind Movie Memorabilia at Its Spring Auto Fair and Car Corral

VOLO, Ill., -- The Volo Auto Museum's Spring Auto Fair and Car Corral Memorial Weekend, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm, will feature for sale among other classic and vintage cars, the only vehicle EVER driven on Earth by Captain James T. Kirk and Mr. Spock, known as Captain Spock in this film, when they landed on Earth in Star Trek IV, The Voyage Home. FULLY documented and $5000.00 buys it.

The Spring Auto Fair and Car Corral is a family event that will have approximately 500 cars for sale, nearly double the amount of cars usually offered for sale at the museum. Among the registered cars for this event, are Muscle Cars, Classic Cars, Custom 50s, Convertibles and Sports Cars plus 25 movie cars just in from Hollywood. Cars such as the one of a kind vehicle from Star Trek IV, the bullet riddled hearse driven by Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 3, Spiderman's motorcycle from Spiderman 1, the infamous van from the Texas Chainsaw Massacre -- these and many more Hollywood movie cars can be bought for under $10,000.00!

"This event is a rare chance to own some movie history," says Greg Grams the museum's Director, adding, "My family and I are excited to host this unique event. There aren't many times a family can come out to a tiny town of only 200 residents, enjoy good food, music and see a phenomenal display of classic and vintage cars plus see some automobiles from famous movies without traveling all the way to Hollywood."

The Volvo Auto Museum has been family owned since 1960 and continues to grow with new exhibits such as the George Barris TV and Movie Car Collection and the Military Adventure Museum. Both opened in recent years. The museum also hosts several events throughout the spring and summer that gain in popularity each year including the Toys For Tots Cruise in the fall. "My family and I remain committed to continually develop a unique experience where families can come and spend quality time together and see true automobile and military history," says museum Director Greg Grams. read more