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Volkswagen is one of the leading automobile manufacturers in the world. They are headquartered in Germany. Volkswagen means “people’s car” in German. The famous tagline of Volkswagen is “das auto” which simply means The car. Just like the brand simple but the best. It is interesting to know that Adolf Hitler was a reason for the establishment of Volkswagen. He required a transport for two adults and three children at 100 kmph. Hence he decided to sponsor a car manufacturing company and appointed Dr.Ferdinand Porsche, the designer of Mercedes as the engineer for this company. Volkswagen is the best example for “Failure is the stepping stone for success”, after the war the factory was offered to British, French and American motor industries, and all rejected it!! Ford considered Volkswagen cars “not worth a damn” and Sir William Rooters considered it “unattractive, noisy and huge”. The first cars were introduced as Victory Wagon in USA in 1949. After that there have been ups and downs but the name and fame never lost its place. The main support for Volkswagen is its innovative advertising. Volkswagen aims to be the world’s largest car maker by 2018.

Audi is the brand name of Audi AG, a German manufacturer of a range of automobiles. This brand came into existence in the year 1910. August Horch, the founder of this organization was barred from using Horch as a brand name, hence the name AUDI was adapted as they mean “listen” in German and Latin respectively. In 1921, Audi was the first German car manufacturer to introduce left-handed drive, AUDI TYPE K. It was received with great appreciation as it allowed easy traffic access and safer overtaking. In 1932, Audi launched a six-cylinder engine combined with front-wheel drive. During World War 2, the company was closed and later was sold because of the lack of profitability. In 1964, Volkswagen acquired the Audi but still used the brand name. In the early 21st century, Audi claimed and maintained several world records on a German race track. However the sales fell during a period because Audi was sued for sudden unintended acceleration leading to 700 accidents. Later after undergoing modification, the sales rose in 2000. Some famous models of Audi are A3, A4, A5, A6, A8, Q5, Q7, TT, R8 and S models. The next phase of technology in development is e-tron electric drive power train system, which involves electric motors giving power to four wheels and at the rear axle. The famous lines of Audi – “Progress cannot be stopped, but it can be driven”.

An automobile is designed for transporting passengers and other goods. In olden days people used hand pulled trucks for the purpose of transport. Later then they used animals tied to the trucks for transport. With the development of combustion engines, three stroke and four stroke engines many new automobiles have been developed. Petrol, diesel are mainly used as a fuel. Combustion of this fuels provides energy and the momentum is obtained by the wheels. The petrol or diesel is sprayed through nostle inside the engine. It is ignited by the spark produced by the spark plug. Hence the combustion of fuels begins. The burning of fuels produces kinetic energy. Older automobiles were generally powered by a steam engine, which was fed by burning gasoline. Most automobiles in use today however are propelled by an internal combustion engine, by petrol or diesel. Both fuels are known to cause air pollution which is also considered the main reason for global warming. Increasing costs of oil-based fuels, tightening environmental laws and restrictions on green house gas emissions are propelling work on alternative power systems for automobiles. Previously cycles and cycle rickshaws were used for the purpose of transport. They do not consume any fuel and hence no combustion and so no pollution. Thus with the increase in population and the fuels getting exhausted, there is need for to preserve the fuels and use it in efficient rate so that they last longer and can be used. Smoke emitted upon combustion should also be controlled.

Hi one major keyword redefining the field of vehicle monitoring and services is “Telematics”. Telematics means an integrated use of telecommunications and informatics.The evolution from mechanics to electronics has helped make cars more reliable, but it has also made them much harder to fix when problems do arise. Product developers are responding with new electronic hardware and telematic links that help dealers and owners keep track of maintenance. Though it is often overshadowed by the focus on new features and functions, diagnostics is a huge part of new vehicle design. New electronic control units (ECUs) must monitor their sensors and the mechanical components those sensors monitor. ECUs must also check their own performance. Though the term diagnostics often conjures up an image of problems, advanced electronics are making it possible to use diagnostic information to improve customer satisfaction. Telematics is expected to play a greater role in helping driver to do routine maintenance. It will let automakers spot common problems earlier in the game so repair procedures can be put in place and engineers can alter designs so those problems can be avoided in future production. Vehicle scan also send fault code to dealers who can then tell drivers whether they should call for a tow truck or drive home or to a service site.

Hi friends, we will see about the current scenario and challenges building up in the current automobile market. The reality is vehicles need higher fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions. Engine designers are racing to meet new fuel economy /efficiency goals and emissions regulations also do well for a plenty of long term planning. Internal combustion engines will remain the mainstay of the of the industry during the foreseeable future and it is likely that they will come under continuing pressure from regulators and consumers who are fed up with dirty emissions and high oil prices. The consumers want more features and more safety which typically add weight while negatively affecting fuel consumption. Reversing those drains on fuel economy without adding emissions is forcing engineers to be creative in the mix of the technologies they use. Those engineers are working on a range of techniques, attempting to drive costs down so that new engines remain affordable enough for mainstream vehicles. Turbochargers, direct injection, independent cam phasing and various valve control schemes are among the tools being designed into the engines that will be on the highways during the next decade. Electronic controls are also equally important in these redesigns. So it is going to be a tough road ahead to design new vehicles.

There are many kinds of automobiles. There have been developments from ancient times to now. Automobiles mainly consume fuel for its function. It also consists of engines, wheels, gears, clutches, bearings, tyres, brakes, seat, etc. All these parts fitted together and made to function forms a perfect automobile. As the name implies, automobiles are used for the purpose of mobilization. Automobiles are mainly used for transporting both living and as well as non living things. Buses, Vans, Cars, Scooters, mopeds etc are used for transporting living things (Humans). Lorries, trucks, containers etc are used for the transport of goods from the industry. In some cases even cattle’s and other living things are being transported. Automobiles hence play a major role for transport, without which people can’t attain the goods in hand. All these kinds of automobiles consumes larger amount of fuels and produces larger amount of smoke. Larger amount of accidents are being reported when the automobiles are driven harsh. License for driving should be provided only and for person who qualifies the driving test. People should not drive the automobiles after consumption of alcohol. So, Automobiles play a very vital role in our life and without them life becomes a bit tougher and sometimes even miserable as it takes long time to walk and move from place to place.

In this fast, accelerated world, we all are in need of travelling (or moving from place to place) swiftly, and none wants to do that at turtle’s pace. Do they? If there is one thing which is most necessary for us to keep up with the fast-paced lifestyle it has to be the AUTO-MOBILES.. Right from the simple box cars to sophisticated race cars, they’ve made work easier for us..They’ve revolutionized the transport.. These vehicles run on fossil fuels… Motorbikes are very simple and is designed to carry only two members, they are portable but not safe..Cars are much more advantageous, they are much protective and can transport a minimum of four and in terms of portability they lag behind…Variety of automobiles have been designed and produced depending on the application and places where they have to be used. If the case of interest is a populated region, smaller versions of automobiles are used since they would be more efficient…Similarly when it comes to long distance travels, automobiles of higher power are used..This article would help you to identify and guide in buying your automobile which is most suited for you. After all everyone no one wants to spend their money on junk…

As we head into the new millennium, it is time to put renewable energy and planet friendly technology at the top of our priorities. The dawn of this new millennium witnesses a triumphant technological march centered on fuel cells! Fuel cells are electro chemical devices consisting of an electrolyte, an ion containing solution, liquid or solid in contact with two electrodes (anode where the oxidation of the fuel takes place and cathode where the reduction of oxygen occurs) capable of converting directly any consumable fuels to electrical energy. They are highly efficient and can also be recharged. Proton exchange membrane (PEM) cell is a type of fuel cell where protons are allowed to pass through a porous synthetic membrane in midst of an electrolyte which results in the generation of power. This is the most commercially used type of fuel cell because it operates at low temperatures also which is in fact vital for a rapid start up time. Moreover it contains the most innocuous electrolyte hydrated proton conducting plastic polymer. To top that It exhibits the highest efficiencies and power densities. Fuel cells can be used as a substitute for the conventional batteries and engines. They are green and do not cause any pollution thus making it an ideal energy substitute

Hi! Let’s see the story of automobiles.
An automobile, motor car or car is a wheeled motor vehicle used for transporting passengers, which also carries its own engine or motor. Most definitions of the term specify that automobiles are designed to run primarily on roads, to have seating for one to eight people, to typically have four wheels, and to be constructed principally for the transport of people rather than goods. However, the term automobile is far from precise, because there are many types of vehicles that do similar tasks. There are approximately 600 million passenger cars worldwide (roughly one car per eleven people). Around the world, there were about 806 million cars and light trucks on the road in2007; they burn over 1 billion m³ (260 billion US gallons) of petrol/gasoline and diesel fuel early. The numbers are increasing rapidly, especially in China and India. The first working steam-powered vehicle was probably designed by Ferdinand Verbiest around 1672. It was a 65 cm-long scale-model toy for the Chinese Emperor that was unable to carry a driver or a passenger. The evolution of the automotive industry has been influenced by various innovations in fuels, vehicle components, societal infrastructure, and manufacturing practices, as well as changes in markets, suppliers and business structures. However, it is believed by most historians that the key starting point for the automobile was the development of the engine. The engine was developed as a result of discovering new energy carrying mediums, such as steam in the 1700s, and new fuels, such as gas and gasoline in the 1800s. Shortly after the invention of the 4-stroke internal combustion gasoline-fueled engine in 1876, the development of the first motor vehicles and establishment of first automotive firms in Europe and America occurred.