Guide to Buying a Home Charging Station

When the first plug-in vehicles hit the market, buyers had little choice in regards to the home charging stations they got. For example, General Motors, maker of the Volt,and Nissan, maker of the Leaf, each offered their own proprietary stations.  That was that.
Today, there are more than a dozen EV and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles on the market and owners of these plug-in vehicles can choose from many home car-charging stations from more than a dozen manufacturers.The sales staff at Thompson of Baltimore, a Maryland-based Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM dealer, suggest you give them a call if you need help choosing the right one.
The best charger for your garage depends on several things. There’s the make and model of plug-in vehicle you have, or are planning to get, and is there the possibility you might own another one someday. Your general garage layout and where you store stuff comes into play too. Read More: AutosHype.com

Feast your Eyes on the 25 Hottest Cars of all time

What makes a car hot and sexy? Is it that sleek stylish body or what goes under the hood, or is it all about those modern techno-marvels? May be it is the right blend of all these aspects that goes in all those hottest cars. Well, the machine needs to be much more than the right proportions and good looks to be viewed as sexy.  It needs to carry cutting edge technology and boast of ultra high performance and sexy good looks. Let us take a look at some of the hottest cars of all time that have captivated our hearts and minds.

The Rich Harvest of Hottest Cars 

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The 2017 Ford Raptor: First Look

Since 2010, ford have been treating us to their beefy, practical line of pickups, the Raptor. The SVT was an instant hit, and many truck enthusiasts have only ever bought Raptors since. With the announcement of the 2017 Raptor at this year’s Detroit Auto Show, now is a great time to start planning for yours! If you’ve ever been curious about the Raptor, here’s what we know about the 2017 version. Read More: AutosHype.com

The Bugatti Chiron

The Bugatti Chiron

Why You Should Donate Your Car

Back in 2004, the rules in the US on donating a car changed. No longer could you take thousands of dollars worth of tax deductions. The American Jobs Creation Action of 2004, limited these deductions. And this had the effect of suddenly making donating a car less attractive.
Cars now go for rock bottom prices at things like charity sales and auctions. So it’s not surprising that donating a car has become a lot less popular.
But there are still reasons to donate. Here are just a few. Read More: AutosHype.com

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Alternative Fuel Myths Debunked

There are significant myths concerning the various alternative transportation fuels that have been suggested.  That’s a shame because, as consumers and decision makers, we should know what the truth is.Some of these alternative-fuel myths are just rooted in misunderstandings but some are rooted in misinformation campaigns fostered by opponents of a new fuel.  With the help of Four Seasons Ford, a Henderson, NC-based Ford dealer, we have explored a lot of the alternative fuel myths and have the following to report. Read More:AutosHype.com

How Hybrids Save You Money

It’s a common dilemma. Should you trade in an old, less efficient car for a new hybrid with higher mileage? Well, It does take energy to build a new car, but the energy wasted by driving an inefficient car can quickly make up the difference. In these budget-conscious times, sometimes the money difference becomes the deciding factor.  Some car buyers assume that they can’t justify the up to $6,000 more it can cost to purchase a hybrid vehicle over a comparable conventional one. However, as Hoffman Automotive in Hagerstown, a Maryland-based Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM dealer suggests, hybrid cars can bring their drivers a variety of financial savings and other perks that go beyond saving money at the gas pump—and can make a hybrid purchase more budget- savvy than one would think. Read More: AutosHype.com

 

Personalising Your Car: It's Not as Difficult as You Think

Right now, practically all cars are mass produced. And being mass produced, they can’t be tailored to suit our individual tastes.
For a long time now, personalising your car has been the only way to insert your individuality. But many drivers think that it’s a costly and complicated process. It’s not. Here are some easy ways to personalise your car.

Personalising Your Car

Aero Packages

Aero upgrades are a hot topic right now in the car modding scene. They are perhaps the most distinct visual personalisation you’re able to buy. But don’t be fooled by the marketing. Some aero upgrades are decidedly lacklustre and can actually make your car slower. Here’s the thing. Aero upgrades are primarily designed to make cars grippier at high speeds. They generate downforce. And that’s why they’re such a common feature of the cars you see on track days. While they help some high-performance cars go faster, they may not do the same for the average consumer vehicle.
Some advice: only choose aero upgrades that are suitable for your particular car. A giant spoiler might not necessarily be the best option. Read More: AutosHype.com

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The Most Essential Considerations Disabled Drivers Have to Make When Choosing a Vehicle

Disabled drivers have a lot of important decisions to make. They have to more careful about what to look for when buying a used car because it impacts their life more. These are some of the most vital considerations you will need to make as a disabled driver. You have to think about these things before you choose your vehicle.

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How To Survive Not Being Able To Drive

When you have been driving for years, suddenly finding yourself unable to can be distressing.
For a start, there goes your freedom. Public transport becomes something that you have to contest with again – had it always been this bad? This unreliable? This full of people blasting their terrible music choices at ear-splitting volumes? Why do they bother with earphones if we can all still hear it?
The other alternatives aren’t much better. Cycling is fine until the heavens open, which they always do at the least inconvenient times imaginable. Walking restricts you to a small radius, so unless you live right in a city center, it’s a nightmare.
There are a variety of reasons you might find yourself unable to drive. If you had an injury to a limb that makes controlling a vehicle difficult, it’s a few months on the passenger side for you. A ban, such as those for speeding or drink driving convictions, has a similar impact. You’ve become accustomed to life behind the wheel. It’s only natural that there is going to have to be an adjustment phase. Read More: AutosHype.com