Diesel gas cans are very useful. If you are a driver of a vehicle using diesel as fuel, then you definitely should have one in case of emergencies. Trucks and vans are normally powered by diesel so drivers and owners of these types of vehicles should consider buying one. But to be clear, what are some of the top reasons to buy one? Let us consider two. First, you get to have spare fuel when your vehicle becomes empty and second you need one when you are on a long trip.

What would you do if your van or truck suddenly stops because you do not have enough fuel? Well, you can call the mobile patrol or if you want you can walk to the nearest refueling station. Or if you are wise and have taken the advice above, you could simply take your gas scan and refuel your vehicle on the spot! That way, you do not disturb anyone with your petty emergencies and you get to go your way right away.

Additionally, if you and your family are going on a long road trip, you definitely need one especially if the trip you are going to does not have frequent refueling stations on the way. To make sure of this, calculate the distance of your trip and compare it against the fuel capacity of your vehicle. If you need refueling even before you reach your destination, then it is wise to buy a gas can to be on the safe side.

Yes, buying diesel gas cans is a wise decision to make. It is not as if these cans are very expensive so as to burn a hole in your pocket. But instead, it is a good investment which would benefit you in more ways than one. So get some now before you go on that long trip of yours.

Ford is having its largest vehicle recall ever. With the safety of its consumers at risk, Ford will be recalling 4.5 million vehicles with a possible fire hazard from a faulty switch. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued its eighth recall that involves 16 million Ford Motor vehicles because of a faulty cruise control deactivation (by Texas Instruments) which could lead to fires even if the vehicle is turned off!

“We determined with the government that there is a low risk of fires for those vehicles,” Ford spokesman Wes Sherwood said. “The other 3.4 million vehicles are the remaining vehicles that have the Texas Instrument switch, so we’re recalling them to reassure customers and prevent future recalls.” Sherwood said that Ford vehicles did not use the Texas Instrument switch in post-2003 models.

The recall is expected to begin less than 2 weeks from now around October 26. For Ford owners, you may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 or NTHSA’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit http://www.safercar.gov.

The Cash for Clunkers Program is still fresh in our minds as it became a smashing success in turning around the automotive industry from a sharp decline. In contrast, it has actually helped push the nation’s August retail sales up by 2.7 percent. However, not all applications have been approved as 60,000 clunkers were rejected for payout.

From a larger perspective though, that is just a small number compared to the 535,000 vouchers paid worth a whooping $2.25 billion! And there are 77,000 more vouchers that have been approved worth $322 million. Chaching!

“There can be no doubt that this program drummed up more business, for more people, in more places, at a time when we most needed the help,” Secretary Ray LaHood said.

Watch the CNN video footage of how successful the program was:

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To get tickets early, buy them now at the Atlanta Motor Speedway website.

Check out the most powerful Mercedes Benz SL class car ever built – the Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG Black Series. Like the previous Black Series, this new baby boasts supercar performance stemming from large quantities of power and lighter curb weight.

But unlike the previous SL class, the SL65 has a total output of 661 horsepower! Just imagine how powerful that car is. On the other hand, the engine’s torque remains at 738 lb-ft.

Watch beauty and power combined into the SL65 below:

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Looking for a Volkswagen Shirako? Well, from what I’ve heard the VW Shirako is also called the VW Scirocco and if you are looking for a photo or image of it, it is the one above.

The word shirako came from the Italian word sirocco, which means the wind. So I guess what they are trying to convey here is that this car is as fast as the wind!

The production of this model was announced by the company in June 2006 at its assembly plant in Auto Europe. In the Paris 2006 auto show, a concept car was displayed sampling this model. The main feature of the Shirako model is its one diesel and two petrol engines.

[image from http://cdn.volkswagen.co.uk]

I still remember the days that remote controlled toy cars were controlled via wire (cable) and uses AA batteries. Now those days are gone and what we have are Nitro RC Cars.

Nitro RC Cars are remote controlled (wireless) toy cars that are powered by nitro fuel (15-20%) and can run up to 55+ mph. These RC cars can sell from $50 to around $400 depending on where you buy them and what type you are buying.

See some Nitro car drifting action here:

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The 2011 Infiniti M was unveiled using 3D virtual mapping technology during the annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Using the technology, a real car was not necessary but the media still got an early look at the final form of the third-generation M.

According to reports, the M56 will be offered with a 5.6-liter V8 that makes more than 400 horsepower, while the M37 will feature a 3.7-liter VQ-series V6 that should develop about 325 hp.

See video mapping technology that debuts this car below:

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Preparing for the future (and the domination of the green car market…), Honda will be beginning sales in Japan of the Honda CR Z hybrid sports car in February 2010.

The CR-Z will be heavily influenced by its 2007 predecessor concept car of the same name and is expected to make its world debut in production at this October’s Tokyo Motor Show.

That is not all though. Honda is also looking to release a Fit Hybrid before the end of 2010. Together with the currently available Insight and Civic hybrid, Honda is bound to make quite a splash come 2010. There are also rumors that the Honda Jazz will join this hybrid frenzy.

See more Honda CR Z Hybrid images below:

[images from the http://images.thecarconnection.com]

You most probably know about the cash for clunkers program and how successful it went. Due to the high demand for cars, dealers are running out of cars that qualify for the program. To address this problem, the government is thinking of introducing a cash for clunkers voucher. How does this work?

Today, car buyers can only choose a car that is available in the dealer’s inventory. With the introduction of this voucher program, car owners can choose a qualified car under the program albeit getting it at a later date.

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