Ask any car enthusiast and they will say that having the best parts in the car, gives the best car. But-one catch can hold the whole machine up-if the parts don't match up, the value, of the car diminishes greatly. Now some experts may say that pieces have to be original to have the most worth, like an antique with the patina and matching model numbers. Others may say that the more aftermarket pieces in the vehicle, the more the car should cost. Still others say whatever combination of original and upgraded equipment will allow the optimal performance on a track gives the most meaning and worth to the machine. But in any case aforementioned, every piece has to fit perfectly with the others around it for the basic functions to even occur. Otherwise, it becomes an overly-large paperweight. Liken the United States government programs and services to a car and the similarities are striking. The drivers or owners are the leader of the government, which as defined by the Constitution/Declaration of Independence are the people. The driver must seek to take care if his vehicle in order to maintain a functioning piece of equipment. The engine is the economy and the driving force behind the capitalist society, giving power to every other part of the automobile. The seats are the welfare programs that give support and comfort to the driver and his passengers. They must be practical but comfortable else they weigh too much or are too barren. Each part in a vehicle corresponds surprisingly well to a different aspect of the government's duties. Even the bumper acts like the military: protecting the passengers from the harsh outside world. And further, when assembled, each piece must be intentionally placed or it wi... ... middle of paper ... ...r. 2014. ed14b501d052%40sessionmgr113&hid=119&bdata=JnNpdGU9cG92LWxpdmU%3d#d b=pwh&AN=SYD-66E2EXIH6QO1IB5YF4NQ>/ Mickens, Robert. "Features." The Tablet. N.p., 06 Mar. 2014. Web. 09 Apr. 2014. "Rebuild." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 16 May 2014. . "Reform." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 16 May 2014. . Schieffer, Bob. Bob Schieffer's America. New York: Putnam Publishing Group, U.S, 2008. Print. Townsend, John C. "How Should We Rebuild the U.S. Education System?" Forbes. Forbes Magazine, 15 Feb. 2013. Web. 06 Apr. 2014. "Viable." Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d. Web. 16 May 2014. .
The simple car that was easy to fix with some simple tools have now become as complex as a supercomputer on wheels. Most people today have decided that automobiles of today are too complicated and just send their cars to a professional for repairs. As of January 2013, the average age of a vehicle operating on the roads today is 11.4 years old. (Associated Press, 2013). People are holding on to their cars a lot longer than in the past. Although, some claim that it is because today’s cars last longer. There is no doubt that today’s economy is also playing a part in the public’s reluctance to part with their older vehicles. However, cars will always need repairs.
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...yers every year. The American public is not going to pay for something of standard quality and performance when they can get a better and less expensive car that out performs the higher priced one. "The bottom line clearly reveals that from this group of long time nemesis, the Camaro once again emerges as offering the most bang for the buck" (Bartlett 30 - 38).
However, It is unclear how Mr. Bragg ends up with the conclusion that the SUV alone represents personal independence. The very reason for owning a care is for personal independence; therefore, the SUV is not the sole means to achieve this. Additionally, the paper goes on to state that the secondary purpose for the SUV is personal protection. Many cars now have improved technologies for the safety of passengers. In any case, SUVs have had to drastically revamp there already tarnished track record.
But my intention is very far from being confined to provide only for those driving the cars: it is of a much ...
Some say that automotive racing began when the second car was built. For over a hundred years, competition has driven innovation in the car industry, thus the industry maxim “Win on Sunday, sell on Monday.” NASCAR and drag racing contributed greatly to muscle cars’ success. Muscle cars were born from these competitions as factory made race cars. Because of this, the muscle car quickly moved from a low quantity specialty item to the image of the American automotive scene. Each brand had to have one and each one needed better performance and personality than the next. The Golden Age began in the 1960s with the introduction of more performance models such as the Chevy SS Impala and the Ford Galaxy Starliner (Auto Editors).
"On the Road: 7 Car Safety Features You Never You Knew You Needed." NY Daily News. N.p., n.d. Web.
Several measures have been put in place to try and control safety concerns. The leading areas of concern is poor working conditions for drivers, driver exhaustion, hour of service, drivers shortages, fuels prices, driver
The issue of whether customers should buy FWD and RWD cars is complex and controversial. Different people hold different ideas due to their drive experience and consumers attitudes. On one hand, lots of people believe that only RWD cars represent Luxury and high-performance. On the other hand, the car made on FWD are much cheaper and popular. However, most of customers are blind and ignorant on it. Many of them don’t even know the automobile layout of their sedan after use it for decades.
"A car should be like a fine watch," Ford said. "It should be built to last. Make one model and make it good. That's what I say." After establishing other numerous models without satisfaction his ...
There are many different automobile companies providing buyers with many styles of cars, trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles. Toronto Star January 14, 2005 present ways to approach the automotive buying process. There are many different surveys, crash reports, and rating systems comparing different companies and their vehicles. Things you should look for when reading these published articles are who conducted the study? Who paid for it? Who gains from it? Who loses? These are all things to keep eye on as some automotive companies will run their own surveys making their products seem overpowering against the competition. Some prove their products are safer then the competition where the competition has been proven time and time again to make that survey seem inaccurate.
One of the very first things a buyer should consider when looking for a car is what kind of car he/she wants. Many different factors can affect the car buying process. For one, the buyer must consider how big of a vehicle he/she wants and safety features like airbags, seatbelts, and working brakes. Itemizing a list of accessories can also help narrow down what kind of car to buy. While some people might prefer a Sedan with a large back seat and seat warmers, others may prefer an extreme luxury car with full stereo systems and miniature televisions. Every person has different tastes in accessories; luckily, there is a vehicle that can fit almost every personality. Most new models have the latest technology installed, although some of the “newer” used cars have the option of adding in those accessories. Once the...
Over the next few decades, the number of automobiles grew exponentially. But in essence there has been no paradigm shift in personal transportation since Henry Ford’s model T. Today’s cars are better versions of what Ford had built almost a century ago. The future, however, looks more interesting. Rapid industrialization and unchecked growth in population has brought to the front a myriad of problems that were unheard of
Road safety is one of the most important aspects of daily living. Our vehicle is our main transportation from one place to another. The number of car and motorcycle accidents seem to be increasing because of the many distractions, the lack of safety measures and judgment to road conditions and weather. Not being cautious increases the chances of not only injuring ourselves but hurting others as well. On the road, you see people talking on their cell phones or texting, eating, putting makeup on, changing the radio station, reading or using your GPS while driving. These are all distractions that endanger drivers, passengers and bystanders safety. Safe driving involves off-road precautionary measures such as making sure tires are properly inflated, testing windshield wipers, getting regular oil changes and tune-ups and adjusting the mirrors. All of these actions can help prevent an accident. Unfortunately, not all of us decide to wear our seat belts when driving or turn signal ligh...
Other costs include insurance, road tax, MOT and servicing which all add up over the course of a year and should not be forgotten when choosing a car, generally the more powerful the car is the more expensive the running costs tend to