Chrome Wheels: Another Bling Bling for your Ride
In every corner of the road, you can always see customized trucks and cars. And most likely, the most obvious piece of jewelry are the custom rims. Usually, this accessory that holds the tires is dipped in chrome, and sometimes in gold. This is probably where the slang word bling bling originated. Those who can afford this type of vehicle customization could go as far as anyone can ever imagine. Among those who follow this growing bandwagon are the NBA stars like Maurice Taylor, Lindsey Hunters and of course, Shaquille O’Neal. They spend hefty amount of cash to customize theor Lincoln Navigators and Cadillac Escalade SUV truck. Because of this, it is only normal for their fans to follow their footsteps.Hip hop stars like Nelly, Master P and P Diddy also have splurge themselves in the world of customized wheels. P Diddy, known as the hip hop mogul has now teamed up with Weld wheels to produce his own line of custom, precision-forged aluminum rims. Together with Weld wheels, they have a new line car and truck wheels made especially for sports trucks, luxury SUVs and high-end American and German-made vehicles which is known in the industry as the “Sean John Wheels.” Sean Johns, or P Diddy in the music industry, dubs retail between $700 and $3,000 for each wheel.
In the early years, chrome wheels have not gotten the same attention as it did today. This is because of the celebrity publicities on this piece of car jewelry. With the amount of money being made in custom rims, more and more companies are on the rise offering exciting style choices. Some of the most popular names include Foose wheels, Lexani, Giovanni and the American Racing wheels. With so many companies, competition is now stiffer and this paves way for the addition of exciting wheel designs.
Meanwhile, Latrell Sprewell is the pioneer of spinning wheel or the spinners. For it to spin, they make use of a high speed bearing. This now creates the movement even after the vehicle has come to a stop. This cool accessory however comes in a high price tag. A single spinner can set you back up to $5,000. Even with this price, it may all be worth it especially if you have solicited the nods of approval of many. There are now many spinning wheel manufacturers that have infiltrated the market. Among them are the Dubspin, Oasis, Ultra Hot, Spintek, Spinpro, Davin and Excess all offer their own styles of chrome spinning wheels, ready to be installed on luxury SUV trucks.
New Cars to Star on Fast and the Furious 4
Vin Diesel and Paul Walker will return as Dominic Toretto and Brian O’Conner in 2009. They will also team up with Michelle Rodriguez and Joradan Brewster. These 4 stars will once again take the wheels of the supped-up speed machines and deliver another good old fashioned adrenalin fix. But still he fourth installment of Fast and Furious has no title yet. Someone on Imdb proposed 4 the Fast, 4 the Furious as the title of the movie. The storyline for this next chapter is being kept under firmly under wraps but it‘s likely that it‘ll see Diesel‘s charming criminal Dominic Toretto and Paul Walker‘s cop Brian O‘Conner squaring off again.
Not only do the stars are much awaited in this movie but the cars are also expected to once again hog the limelight. The Exhaust Note even released some pictures on what is said to be Brian’s ride. There is also a Mustang ride which is built by the Stangpede team in front of the huge crowd in the 2008 San Diego Auto Show.
But wait there’s more! The Hyundai Genesis Coupe and the Nissan GT-RARE will also star in the movie. The makers of this ride have already sent Universal a bright red Genesis Coupe SE powered by the turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It would be a pretty scene to see this vehicle alongside such performance-car stalwarts such as the Nissan GT-R and the Subaru STI.
Car Domain also had the chance to snap some exclusive pictures during a supposed scene outside a nightclub. Here are some of the shots.
Ten Commandments in Driving
While browsing the internet, I have found a rather interesting commandment to driving. I have the urge to post this so-called “Ten Commandments” is a good way to lessen the alarming situation on the road. Also, this will open the eyes of every driver to be cautious when driving. Here are some guides that might be helpful to drivers once religiously followed.1. You shall not kill.
2. The road shall be for you a means of communion between people and not of mortal harm.
3. Courtesy, uprightness and prudence will help you deal with unforeseen events.
4. Be charitable and help your neighbor in need, especially victims of accidents.
5. Cars shall not be for you an expression of power and domination, and an occasion of sin.
6. Charitably convince the young and not so young not to drive when they are not in a fitting condition to do so.
7. Support the families of accident victims.
8. Bring guilty motorists and their victims together, at the appropriate time, so that they can undergo the liberating experience of forgiveness.
9. On the road, protect the more vulnerable party.
10. Feel responsible toward others.
Safety on the road is not difficult to achieve. Surprisingly, this is just an easy goal but there are still some little works to be done to achieve this. When road safety is talked about, it all boils down to one factor: following all the road rules implemented by authorities. However, there are still some drivers who have forgotten even the most basic guidelines on the road. This driving negligence could even result to major accidents that could cause innocent lives.
If you are keen on road safety, you must start it before your car leaves the garage. Make sure that all components are working in perfect condition so it could not impede your driving. And most importantly, buckle up for safety.
While driving, keeping safe can be difficult as there are many crazy drivers out there. However, if you are always aware and mindful, you can always reach your destination safe and sound. It is also important to know the capabilities of your car such as braking and turning. Drive defensively and be cautious at all intersections where most accident takes place. Even parked cars can also be subjected to danger as any moment a door can open or a car can pull out. Of course, the most famous reminder must never be overlooked and that is ‘Don’t Drink and Drive’ and never drive while drowsy will always apply. As a good proof many of Hollywood celebrities who have encountered vehicle accidents are proven to be guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol.
If the worst case scenario is experienced and you suddenly notice that your car has broken down, road safety becomes a matter of extreme importance. Make sure to have a kit with tools and safety triangles in your car. In my previous post, I have listed all the necessary and fashionable tools and kits in case an unexpected situation happens. Push the vehicle off the road and stand a good distance away as you wait for help.
Safety on the road is not difficult to achieve. Surprisingly, this is just an easy goal but there are still some little works to be done to achieve this. When road safety is talked about, it all boils down to one factor: following all the road rules implemented by authorities. However, there are still some drivers who have forgotten even the most basic guidelines on the road. This driving negligence could even result to major accidents that could cause innocent lives.
If you are keen on road safety, you must start it before your car leaves the garage. Make sure that all components are working in perfect condition so it could not impede your driving. And most importantly, buckle up for safety.
While driving, keeping safe can be difficult as there are many crazy drivers out there. However, if you are always aware and mindful, you can always reach your destination safe and sound. It is also important to know the capabilities of your car such as braking and turning. Drive defensively and be cautious at all intersections where most accident takes place. Even parked cars can also be subjected to danger as any moment a door can open or a car can pull out. Of course, the most famous reminder must never be overlooked and that is ‘Don’t Drink and Drive’ and never drive while drowsy will always apply. As a good proof many of Hollywood celebrities who have encountered vehicle accidents are proven to be guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol.
If the worst case scenario is experienced and you suddenly notice that your car has broken down, road safety becomes a matter of extreme importance. Make sure to have a kit with tools and safety triangles in your car. In my previous post, I have listed all the necessary and fashionable tools and kits in case an unexpected situation happens. Push the vehicle off the road and stand a good distance away as you wait for help.
Road safety is just a matter of common sense and following the rules and laws already set out that every driver should be adhering to. Keeping the car in proper, working condition, being mindful, and being prepared will aid in safe driving. Other tips can include brushing up on the rules of the road and keeping the car’s maintenance up to date. I also hope that every driver who gets to read this article will also follow the Ten Commandments listed above. This way, every road in America is accident-free and traffic-free.
Must-haves
When traveling, always expect the worst-case scenario to happen. You may be stuck in an unfamiliar road because your engine suddenly overheats. Or your tires are flat. Being always ready is important especially if you are traveling alone. There is no one to turn to except yourself. Being stuck in the road for a long time is one of the things that drivers prevent hence it pays to be always ready. It is important that you are always armed with all the necessary tools and kits for you to survive the dreaded situation.
For women travelers, here is a list of helpful things you may need. Aside from the help these kits provide, you are sure to appreciate them as they also come in beautiful packages.
The SmartGirl Roadside Emergency Kit
This is a handy kit that contains all the must-haves in case of unnecessary situations. It contains:
Instructions to change a flat tyre and how to jump-start a dead battery.
* Emergency contact list, accident record and pencil
* St John thermal accident blanket
* 4 bandaids, 4 cotton buds, 2 cotton pads and 2 antiseptic wipes
* Cushioned nail file (could also double as a MacGyver-style tool...)
* 50ml roll-on Herb Valley aluminium-free deodorant
* Torquay natural spring water
* 10 Finesse tissues (cause we all 'breakdown' sometimes)
* 7g Blistex lip conditioner
* Yuulong Lavender Estate Aromatherapy Headache Remedy (this is really calming!)
* 15 WetOnes antibacterial hand and face wipes
* 2 De jour regular tampons
* Tooth brush and paste
* Emergency sewing repair kit with scissors (if you rip your shirt on your way to work!)
* Lions Mints ('cause you never know when Mr Hottie is going to stop and try help – although you're so workshop-savvy from reading our Workshop section, you probably don't need any!)
* Pink Lady chocolate heart
* Non-drip candle (just don't put it near the engine!)
DivaEmporuim Pink Tool Kit
* St John thermal accident blanket
* 4 bandaids, 4 cotton buds, 2 cotton pads and 2 antiseptic wipes
* Cushioned nail file (could also double as a MacGyver-style tool...)
* 50ml roll-on Herb Valley aluminium-free deodorant
* Torquay natural spring water
* 10 Finesse tissues (cause we all 'breakdown' sometimes)
* 7g Blistex lip conditioner
* Yuulong Lavender Estate Aromatherapy Headache Remedy (this is really calming!)
* 15 WetOnes antibacterial hand and face wipes
* 2 De jour regular tampons
* Tooth brush and paste
* Emergency sewing repair kit with scissors (if you rip your shirt on your way to work!)
* Lions Mints ('cause you never know when Mr Hottie is going to stop and try help – although you're so workshop-savvy from reading our Workshop section, you probably don't need any!)
* Pink Lady chocolate heart
* Non-drip candle (just don't put it near the engine!)
DivaEmporuim Pink Tool Kit
Though this may help you in major car repairs, his cute tool comes handy for minor patch-ups. This goodie includes:* Steel measuring tape (measures out to 201 cm)
* Screwdriver set (5mm-11mm sockets)
* Extension for screwdriver and socket sets
* Flexible extension for screwdriver and socket sets
* Set of 8 sockets to tighten or undo nuts and bolts
* Rachet driver for screwdriver and sockets
* Small screwdriver
* Long-nosed pliers with insulated handle
* Sharp cutting knife
* 3 screw drivers for very small screws.
* Screwdriver set (5mm-11mm sockets)
* Extension for screwdriver and socket sets
* Flexible extension for screwdriver and socket sets
* Set of 8 sockets to tighten or undo nuts and bolts
* Rachet driver for screwdriver and sockets
* Small screwdriver
* Long-nosed pliers with insulated handle
* Sharp cutting knife
* 3 screw drivers for very small screws.
The kit comes in a cute pink and light grey zipper case for easy storage in the back of your car! Too cute!
EyeSpy Handbag Headlight
This another cute find from Annabel Trends is helpful once you are traveling at night and you can’t see the jack-shiz from the interior and the glove box lights. You can clip it to an inside bag pocket or you can use it free-range in your car.Ferrari Binoculars and Telescopes
And if your eyesight really needs a little extra help, why not take a look at (or through) the Ferrari ZenithStar Telescope? Like the Ferrari Visio binoculars, this fab SZ telescope is again painted in classic Ferrari red and carries the Ferrari logo. It's supplied with a red hard case backpack for easy transportation.
Navman Satellite Navigation
With its state-of-the-art technology, all the latest maps are loaded so you won’t have fears of getting lost. And what is even cooler is that it comes with a red light camera alert, Bluetooth, live traffic information, NavPic camera, Text-to-Speech, touch screens and other desktop features.Manzoni Driving Gloves
Who says you can’t be fashionable when driving? This driving glove can be a stylish addition to your outfit as it is designed to look really fabulous. These gloves are not only super chic but they are also must-have during winter because it keeps your hand from slipping on the wheel. Also available in different colors—sexy black, racy Penelope Pittstop red and sophisticated brown to fit the mood and style you are in.
Men and their Cars
A car is a symbol of one’s stature. You can easily detect the social status of a person on the car he drives. Usually, famous people including Hollywood celebrities, sports superstars, politicians, business tycoons and socialites drive the latest and hippest cars around. Mercedes Benz, BMW, Hummer, Rolls Royce are among the favorite picks of these people. Meanwhile, people who have average income would settle for other vehicle brands that they can afford.
Also cars can show the driver’s personality. A survey conducted by Autochic.com.au show what women thin of men according to the cars they drive.
The Results
The findings rank car brands together with their male drivers, from the most- to the least-desirable:
1. Range Rover – The Range Rover made number-one on our list! Hot, sexy, stylish – definitely someone you want to marry.
2. Utes – Dependable, capable, muscular and toned = sexy. A practical man who is able to take control if necessary.
3. BMW/Mercedes – Never say ‘no’ to a man in a BMW or a Mercedes.
4. Audi – Classy, practical and stylish: a very good catch.
5. Volkswagen – Middle of the road, quite attractive to women but primarily seen as a woman’s car.
6. Mini Cooper – This car was hands-down seen as a woman’s car... A car you would want to borrow from your boyfriend (if he did in fact even own one)!
7. Toyota – A practical, settled, family man who was once a good catch but alas, you missed him!
8. Volvo – As above.
9. Saab – A colourless man who should have opted for a more prestige vehicle if he could have afforded it.
10. Hyundai – As one girl responded, “A man that must make less money than me and still lives at home with his parents is not a great catch”. A university student or one who still lives at home perhaps?
11. Subaru – Either married with kids - or see numbers 10 or 12.
12. Holden Special Vehicles / Ford Performance Vehicles – A man who spends more money with and on his car than his girlfriend is not attractive.
13. Rolls Royce – A male Rolls Royce driver is seen as a wealthy yet conservative older man who is well and truly off the market and on the shelf.
14. Porsche, Ferrari & Lamborghini – Contrary to popular belief, women perceive men who drive these cars as obnoxious, pretentious or even sleazy.
Jay Leno and his Car Collection
When you live in the US, not knowing Jay Leno is a crime..lol.. just kidding. He is the Emmy Award-wining American comedian and host of The Tonight Show. Aside from hosting, he also ventured into acting but proved to be unsuccessful in this field. One of his more popular films is the American Hot Wax.
According to wikipedia.com, Leno's comedic style is chiefly observational, with storytelling and topical humor often mixed into his routine. Unlike rival David Letterman, who uses liberal amounts of sarcasm and absurdism in his act, Leno's comedic delivery -- both on and off The Tonight Show -- is usually more straightforward and that of a folksy, "everyman" personality.
Aside from his comic antics, Leno is also popular for his car collection. He is an avid collector and restorer of antique vehicles. His incredible list of car collections spans from the early 1900s to the late 1960s.
I have searched for all the cars he owns and I found out that he has a total number of 80 cars! I wonder how much does each car cost. Well, with all the money he earns in his shows, he can still add this collection. Now, this is how Hollywood celebrities enjoy their “hard-earned” money. I have provided the list of his large collection of his classic cars, so you can know how rich he really is..lol
*1941 American LaFrance triple combination Series 600 pumper V-12 (Firetruck)
*1941 American LaFrance triple combination Series 600 pumper V-12 (Firetruck)
*2006 Ariel Atom*1916 Auto Car*1909 Baker Electric*1931 Bentley 8-Litre
*1926 Bentley roadster (twin-turbocharged eight-liter Bentley engine)
*1931 Bentley sedan*19xx Bentley Speed Six
*19xx Bentley Turbo R
*xxxx Blastolene Special, also called the Tank-Car (1792 cubic inch fuel injected twin-
*turbocharged V-12 M47 Patton tank engine)
*19xx Bugatti
*1937 Bugatti Atlantique*2006 Bugatti Veyron
*19xx replica Bugatti Type 37A*19xx replica Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic
*1955 Buick Roadmaster (originally restored)
*1934 Chrysler Airflow
*2006 R-Cars Chrysler Crossfire I-Cell
*1956 Chrysler Imperial*2005 Chevrolet Corvette C6
*200x C5 Corvette Z06
*1956 Chevrolet Nomad
*197X Citroën SM*1916 Crane Simplex Model 5 Holbrook Skiff
*19xx Delahaye
*1981 DeLorean DMC-12[citation needed]
*1966 Dodge Coronet Hemi
*1992 Dodge Viper
*1996 Dodge Viper
*1993 Dodge Viper RT10 (first production Viper in black)
*1925 Doble steamer
*1927 Duesenberg Model X
*1930 Duesenberg SJ
*1932 Duesenberg SJ (Murphy-bodied)
*1929 Duesenberg Chassis
*19xx Duesenberg SJ
*1937 Fiat Topolino
*1961 Flxible Starliner
*1966 427 Ford AC Cobra
*19xx Ford Festiva (Ford Taurus SHO motor and a nitrous setup. Also know as a SHOgun.)
*1966 Ford Galaxie
*2005 Ford GT
*1966 Ford GT40 (number 1 serial number)
*1915 shovel-nosed Franklin (California-built body by Harley Earl)
*2006 EcoJet
*1991 GMC Syclone - bought to avoid a $25 delivery charge on Christmas decorations, it cost him $36,000. It is now what Leno calls his “Valet Truck”*1915 Hispano-Suiza
*1999 Honda Insight
*1950s Hudson Hornet
*1948 Jaguar XK120
*1939 Lagonda V12
*1987 Lamborghini Countach
*19xx Lamborghini Diablo
*1967 Lamborghini Miura P400
*1998 Light Car Company Rocket
*2004 Maybach 57*1970 Mazda Cosmo
*199x Mazda Miata
*2005 Mazda RX-8
*1995 McLaren F1
*2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
*1913 Mercer Raceabout
*19xx MGB Roadster
*19xx Mini
*1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
*193x Morgan Motor Company 3-wheeler
*1966 Oldsmobile Toronado (1,070 hp)*1913 Owen Magnetic
*1913 Model 38 Packard
*1932 Packard Twin Six 12-cylinder coupe
*2004 Porsche Carrera GT
*1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II (1,000 hp Merlin V12, 1,806 pounds of torque)
*1958 Saab 93B
*19xx replica Shelby Cobra (429 SOHC Ford V-8 under its hood)
*196x Shelby Mustang fastback coupe
*1968 Shelby Mustang GT350
*1931 Shotwell
*1906 Stanley Steamer
*1909 Stanley Steamer Model R
*19xx WO Bentley
A Glimpse at Jaguar XK-E
Upon the introduction of the Jaguar XK-E in the automotive industry, this vehicle is originally planned to be marketed as a grand tourer. But as they say, anything is bound to happen in this industry. Now, the Jaguar XK-E holds two seats and has been designed and manufactured as a coupe and even as a convertible. The coupe body of this vehicle is dubbed as the FHC or the Fixed Head Coupe. Meanwhile, the convertible is called the OTS or the Open Two Seater.
After years of the original version of this vehicle, the new version of the XK-E is welcomed and now known as the 2 + 2 version. Unlike the other versions, this vehicle boasts of a much longer wheelbase. For those who are avid followers of this fantastic ride, you may notice that there are already three vehicle generations and they are known as the “Series 1,” “Series 2,” and lastly the “Series 3.”
Majority of the people who have experienced this ride have come to agree that this is the greatest car that has been built since it is not only endowed with great style and performance. It also boasts of pedigree. By this, it means that this vehicle is exquisitely and carefully done that each vehicle part has a specific function to perform. You may actually wonder why this vehicle is capable for powerful performance. First factor is that it is engineered and designed by one of the best aerodynamics engineer in the automotive industry. And lastly the engine—which is considered as one of the crucial parts, if not, the most crucial part of the vehicle. The Jaguar XK-E held the engine that had high specifications and features. This engine held greater power and capacity compared to the famous Jaguar XK engine.
The very first Jaguar XK-E was first introduced in the 1961. And up to 1974, this vehicle roared on the streets and made heads turns. Going back to history of vehicles, the Jaguar XK-E and sports car were very much responsible for paving the way in revolutionizing and changing the sports cars designs as well as the sports cars’ performance, and handling. This vehicle was also marketed to be one of the not-so-pricey and that certainly helped the Jaguar XK-E in boosting its sales as well as its popularity.
After years of the original version of this vehicle, the new version of the XK-E is welcomed and now known as the 2 + 2 version. Unlike the other versions, this vehicle boasts of a much longer wheelbase. For those who are avid followers of this fantastic ride, you may notice that there are already three vehicle generations and they are known as the “Series 1,” “Series 2,” and lastly the “Series 3.”
Majority of the people who have experienced this ride have come to agree that this is the greatest car that has been built since it is not only endowed with great style and performance. It also boasts of pedigree. By this, it means that this vehicle is exquisitely and carefully done that each vehicle part has a specific function to perform. You may actually wonder why this vehicle is capable for powerful performance. First factor is that it is engineered and designed by one of the best aerodynamics engineer in the automotive industry. And lastly the engine—which is considered as one of the crucial parts, if not, the most crucial part of the vehicle. The Jaguar XK-E held the engine that had high specifications and features. This engine held greater power and capacity compared to the famous Jaguar XK engine.
The very first Jaguar XK-E was first introduced in the 1961. And up to 1974, this vehicle roared on the streets and made heads turns. Going back to history of vehicles, the Jaguar XK-E and sports car were very much responsible for paving the way in revolutionizing and changing the sports cars designs as well as the sports cars’ performance, and handling. This vehicle was also marketed to be one of the not-so-pricey and that certainly helped the Jaguar XK-E in boosting its sales as well as its popularity.
Jaguar Parts and Jaguar Auto Parts’ high quality Jaguar parts, body parts, replacement parts, performance parts, and Jaguar accessories are a great help in maintaining all of the impressive features that all Jaguar vehicles, like the Jaguar XK-E posses. The company’s long years in the automotive industry have made the Jaguar Parts and the Jaguar auto parts a favorite of Jaguar enthusiasts.
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Seeing all the good qualities of Jaguar vehicles particularly the Jaguar XK-E, I am pretty sure that this vehicle would stay long in this industry. If only I have the money and resources, I wont have second thoughts in buying this ride. But unfortunately, my savings is not enough for me to own this car. Maybe in the few years to come, you can see me driving my very own Jaguar car. There is no harm in dreaming, you know.
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