Top 10 Luxury Cars Of 2009

Many people prefer luxury cars for their plush interiors, elegant exterior and the technology that comes with it. But let’s face it, how many among us can purchase a luxury car? Not many, those of us that still want to “ride like a king” have the possibility to rent a car for a couple of days. With this article we will present 10 of the most popular luxury cars in 2009. Keep in mind that the following ranking is random. 

1. BMW 3 Series – it is offered in sedan, coupe, convertible and even a wagon version. The 2009 model comes with a face lifted exterior and here we include new tail and head lights. New for 2009 is the 335d model that has a 6 cylinder twin-turbo diesel engine. It is not only nature friendly but quite sporty. 

2. Mercedes Benz C Class – it is the entry-luxury sedan car which was redesigned in 2009 and offered in either Sport or Luxury trim. Although an entry-level luxury car, it comes with a bunch of technologies that not only will make your riding more comfortable but it will also keep you safe. 

3. Cadillac CTS – received a face lift back in 2008 when both the exterior and interior were changed in order to refresh the look of the car. The model also received numerous technological gizmos: DVD navigation system + touch screen LCD, Bose 5.1 Cabin Surround and a Smart Remote Start system. 

4. Acura TL – in 2009 it reached the fourth edition and is the best selling model for the Acura Company. It comes with the brand’s spanking new Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) as well as new engines like the V6 3.5l 280 hp or the more powerful 305 hp V6 3.7l. Acura also included a set of new technologies like: Keyless Access System with push-button start, Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition, AcuraLink real-time traffic, real-time weather with Doppler-style radar mapping and Bluetooth audio connectivity. 

5. BMW 5 Series – yes, another BMW. Last year in 2009, it received a brand new look and redesigned interior. The older 525i and 525xi were replaced with the new 528i and 528xi models, each of them receiving new standard 230 hp engines. The 530i and 530xi were replaced by the 535i and 535xi, and upgraded with a 300-horsepower twin-turbo inline-six engine as standard equipment. 

6. Audi A4 – got a facelift last year which made it longer, wider and a bit lower in comparison with the older model. The new A4 received LED daytime lights and 2 new engines – the 2.0 liter TFSI 4-cylinder and the 3.2-liter FSI V6 engine.

7. Infiniti G Sedan – comes with a remarkable 3.7l V6 engine capable of outputting 328 hp with a new 7 speed automatic transmission with Downshift Rev Matching, Drive Sport mode and Adaptive Shift Control (ASC). Interior changes to this model include fully revised interior trim, softer-touch lower door panels, a brighter aluminum trim color and redesigned seat heater switches. 

8. Hyundai Genesis – it is powered by either a V6 or V8 engine, the latter being capable of producing 375 hp. It features world-class driving dynamics and the latest high-tech features at the price of entry-level premium brand vehicles. Some of the most important features are: a Lexicon 15-speaker surround sound audio system with a 6-disc CD changer; wood-trimmed leather steering wheel; ultra premium leather seating surfaces and a power glass sunroof as well as a power tilt and telescopic steering column. 

9. Lexus IS – debuted in 1999 at the Detroit Motor Show and received the latest update last year in 2009 which includes a fresh wave exterior makeover as well as stylish and elegant interior upgrades plus improved handling. For the 2009 model, Lexus IS received the advanced Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system. 

10. Jaguar XF Series - The XF is offered in three distinct trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury and Supercharged. The Supercharged is powered by an incredible 420-horsepower supercharged 4.2-liter V8 engine, while the Luxury and Premium Luxury trims are powered by a 4.2-liter naturally aspirated V8. All of the trims come with a modern 6 speed fully automatic transmission. 

As you might have thought, the most popular luxury cars are not the most expensive ones. It is good to know that you can get quality and luxury for decent prices. We do not mean that a Maybach or a Rolls Royce are a bad choice, but paying over 300,000 $ for a car is just too much for many people.

Modified cars and Car tuning – certainly the latest trends

Modified cars are getting really popular and car tuning can be a DIY job or you can use a specialist in the car tuning industry. The aim is to modify your car so as to improve its performance for better handling and style. Car tuning is a feature to personalize your showroom car to your personal expectations and match your driving style. Modified cars are tuned such that they get more economical and/or produce more than average power increasing RPM and comfort of the ride while providing better handling. Car tuning is certainly one way to improve the performance for car racing or style. Tuning also improves the exterior feature of your modified cars. Tuning the body with aftermarket parts improves aerodynamic features of your car by making use of side skirts, rear and front bumpers, splitters, spoilers, light wheels and air vents.

Modified cars are endowed with enhanced engine tuning so it increases the power of your engine output. This can vary from chip tuning to engine exhaust wrap and nitrous injection. Traditionally only engine timing were adjusted providing better fuel ratio, but presently people add vents, turbo chargers, exhaust systems or a number of other parts that makes your modified cars much more faster in performance for tracks and on road. improves your intake charge whilst maintaining the fuel to air ratio of your showroom car and reliability of your engine and upgrades your engine increasing forced injection using nitrous along with engine compression. People add car parts to increase its horse power output providing better torque along with a number of other physical modifications.

Suspension tuning for modified cars improves its shock absorbers and springs making is better shock absorbent reducing the car body roll such that you can drive your bets vehicle under any circumstances or tracks. In most overload vehicles car tuning increases clearance by lengthening suspensions. Most people may also try making use of hydraulic and adjustable suspension upgrades for better outcome. People may also create by tuning or adding kits and spoilers to the body. This is a feature that improves the aerodynamics of your modified cars. These are the types of car tuning that are generally performed to improve the physical appearance of your modified cars. People might also try modifying the interiors of the showroom cars by upgrading most factory installations. They may upgrade the seats for a more comfortable ride and make it look more stylish.

Some may also try adding a number of other features like lava lamps so your car might in fact get a much classier appearance from outside and inside. There are also a number of people who might in fact add a number of multimedia devices known as ICE (In Car Entertainment), audio amplifiers, woofers, televisions and DVD players. Exterior modified cars might have features like xenon lights, carbon body equipments, Alloy wheel base and HID. This is one feature that makes your modified cars more aerodynamic and stylish. Some of the showroom cars are considered as more expensive mods by adding vinyl stickers and lights. These types are generally also termed as pimped modified cars. Most people like modifying cars and car tuning just because they consider showroom cars as being tasteless. Before modifying your car you certainly have to check with the legal requirements in your state and country.

Do Your Own Electric Car Conversion

Electric vehicles are nothing new. They've been around since before I was born and that makes them really historical. As a boy I remember milk and bread delivery men using them instead of the hand push carts they used to haul.

There have been various types of battery operated vehicles around since the 1800s but nowadays we talk about the electric car like it's some brand new invention. It's not. It's just the technology has got a bit better and they produce flashy looking vehicles that cost a lot of money.

It's a sad reflection on technological achievement that over so many decades nobody has yet developed a really super battery that can handle a heavy load for longer. All electric cars still need to be charged quite regularly though they do have a range that is convenient for most motorists.

With the latest petrol and electric hybrids you don't have to worry but they are, after all, not totally electric cars.

An all electric car is fine driven within its confines but you don't have to buy one . You can convert your existing vehicle with a DIY electric car kit.

 Professional conversions cost $3000 or more but DIY totals about $300.

With no fuel bills or pulling in at service stations any more you soon get your money back. It costs about $1 to charge your car from your electric plug at home. You can travel up to 100 miles (160.9 km) on a simple charge. And don’t think electric cars are slow. You will get up to 55mph (88.5 kph)

The DIY conversions are quick to do and require no special mechanical knowledge. All you need is a DIY manual. Conversions can be done on any type of vehicle in any country.

There are various manuals on the market but the one I like best is by environmentalist Peter Millward who has personally converted numerous cars. His whole family drives electric cars.

To help the environment he is currently offering his 40-page manual for under $50, which I think, is the cheapest manual currently available. It also comes with numerous bonuses and a money-back guarantee.

As well as being totally clean for the world environment, electric cars help reduce noise pollution. They are quiet running and their lower maximum speeds – compared to current conventional cars – could mean less road deaths and accidents if more people had them.

Future advances in technology may see even greater improvements in environmentally friendly road vehicles but meanwhile it’s not a bad deal – save money and save the environment.