Toyota Website Says Global Demand For Cars Still Strong

Toyota Website Says Global Demand For Cars Still Strong

There has been a significant setback in auto sales on a global scale due to the current economic downturn but one website has come out with figures that state global sales still remain strong.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) March 1, 2009 -- There has been a significant setback in auto sales on a global scale due to the current economic downturn but one website has come out with figures that state global sales still remain strong.

"The United States is one of the largest markets for Toyota sales, so overall sales of cars are highly linked to the US markets" says the website. The website continues on to argue that the global market continues to remain strong.

The Asian markets are very keen on Toyota cars because they are cheap, fuel efficient, and reliable as compared to American cars. The Japanese auto maker, Toyota, has made a valiant effort at marketing in Asia. The fastest growing Asian markets are: India, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Population growth and an improvement to the quality of life for the middle class has turned up more consumers in these markets than in previous years.

The website states that in these countries, the market for cars still remains strong. Sales could be strong. But unfortunately for the buyers, the loan industry has tightened credit and has been denying loans to plenty of potential customers.

According to the website, the fastest growing country as analyzed through their web traffic is the Philippines. In terms of bulk traffic, another country that is extremely popular is Malaysia.

The web site traffic has grown eight-fold since May 2008 and most of that growth has been in the global market, says the web site.

The website has listed and described a list of over 70 Toyota models and has been able to track the models preferred by specific countries.

For example, the popular Toyota models in Malaysia are the Ipsum, Isis, Starlet, Rav4, Celica, Caldina, and the Passo. In the Philippines, the popular models of interest are the Starlet, Supra, and Land Cruiser.

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Magnesium in the 21st Century: A Better Choice for Transportation

Magnesium in the 21st Century: A Better Choice for Transportation

Magnesium will become the material of choice as designers strive to improve energy efficiency in transportation.

(Vocus) February 27, 2009 -- Magnesium and its alloys are being considered for structural applications in every type of vehicle because of their favorable combination of tensile strength, elastic modulus, and low density, according to ASM International (www.asminternational.org/amp), the materials information society.

In the article ''Magnesium in the 21st Century,'' Robert E. Brown of the Magnesium Assistance Group Inc., Prattville, Ala., describes magnesium alloys as having high strength-to-weight ratios and relatively good electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as high damping capacity.

"Magnesium is the eighth most abundant element in the Earth's crust, and the third most plentiful element dissolved in seawater," Brown said. "Because magnesium is found in seawater, it is available in almost limitless quantities: A cubic mile of seawater contains six million tons of magnesium metal."

Magnesium (http://asmcommunity.asminternational.org/static/Static%20Files/IP/Magazine/AMP/V167/I01/amp16701p31.pdf?authtoken=4311dfd366c81aa2e197c5b22c31baec3e4204c3) as a structural material has been "up and down" during the 20th Century, Brown explained. "As the world supply increases and a new legion of energized researchers and scientists address the many aspects of the most abundant structural metal, magnesium will again rebound to new heights. The present trend indicates that China will be a major contributor to this development."

Two major magnesium alloy systems are available. The first includes alloys that contain 2 to 10% aluminum, combined with minor additions of zinc and manganese. These alloys are widely available at moderate cost, and their mechanical properties are good at temperatures up to 95 to 120°C (200 to 250°F). However, above these temperatures properties deteriorate rapidly.

The second group consists of magnesium alloyed with elements such as rare earths, zinc, thorium, silver, and silicon (but not aluminum), all containing a small but effective zirconium content that imparts a fine-grain structure (and thus improved mechanical properties). These alloys generally possess better elevated-temperature properties, but they are more expensive because of their more costly elemental additions and specialized manufacturing technology.

Aluminum metal, which is not easy to get from its ores, has become a 30 million ton per year business, while magnesium has struggled to reach about 800,000 tons per year. "Realistically, world production must grow to over one million metric tons per year if it is to be seriously considered for widespread applications," Brown said.

The largest amounts of magnesium will continue to be for aluminum alloying, but Brown expects that it will continue to be needed for desulfurization of steel ''if the price is competitive.'' Interest in magnesium is growing in technologies such as thixomolding, extrusions, sheet, and forgings. "Magnesium can also provide huge structural and economic advantages in automotive and aerospace applications, based on life cycle analysis," Brown said.

''Magnesium in the 21st Century,'' a complete description of the current state of the magnesium industry and future opportunities, can be accessed and downloaded free of charge at www.asminternational.org/amp.

To access the article directly: http://asmcommunity.asminternational.org/static/Static%20Files/IP/Magazine/AMP/V167/I01/amp16701p31.pdf?authtoken=4311dfd366c81aa2e197c5b22c31baec3e4204c3

ASM International is Everything Material, the Ohio-based society serving the materials science and engineering community. With 36,000 members worldwide. ASM provides authoritative information and knowledge on materials and processes from the structural to the nanoscale. For details, visit www.asminternational.org.

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Car Lexus Lights Posted By : rudiemods

Lexus IS 200 can rightly be reckoned the mother of Car Lexus lights. It was this car which first sported the now famous eye catching Lexus rear lights. In 1999 when the Lexus cars took to the road with these lights, there was nothing very unusual. But, what followed was an avalanche and now this particular fitment has been christened as Car Lexus lights.

Why are they so charming?

The huge popularity of Car Lexus lights can be attributed to its outer cover which is so clear and the inner lenses in red color. The inner surround in Chrome adds to the beauty. The adoption of this beauty to other makes and models has been far too quick. Today, there are several hundred cars particularly in the luxury segment which are fitted with these beautiful lights.

Points to ponder before buying

Buying your Car Lexus lights from a reputed company offering dependable after sales service will be the best option for you. E-Bay is flooded with cheap imports. Online retailers in UK are required by law to comply with the ‘distance selling directive’ giving you the right to return your lights or other goods within a certain time frame. You should check out the associated conditions from the relevant web sites. Buying online is still a better option for you because of the competitive prices offered.

The choice available is also very wide when you consider e-shops. The larger and more reputable e-shops will be advantageous for you because they are more likely to address any dissatisfaction and correct errors, if any. Buying online, one does not always get an exact idea the way the component will look after fitment. This is one of the reasons for the ‘distance selling directive’. These lights are sold in pairs and can cost you between £30 and £200 depending on your car and model.

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MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Plans to Shine at the 2009 World Solar Challenge with Exa PowerFLOW

MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Plans to Shine at the 2009 World Solar Challenge with Exa PowerFLOW

Exa® Corporation, a global innovator of fluids simulation (CAE/CFD) software for product engineering, is pleased to announce that the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Solar Electric Vehicle Team used Exa's PowerFLOW® to successfully meet the demanding 2009 World Solar Challenge design requirements while maintaining the top speed from its 2005 design.

Burlington, MA (PRWEB) February 27, 2009 -- Exa® Corporation (http://www.exa.com), a global innovator of fluids simulation (CAE/CFD) software for product engineering, is pleased to announce that the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) Solar Electric Vehicle Team (SEVT) used Exa's PowerFLOW® (http://www.exa.com/pages/pflow/pflow_main.html) to successfully meet the demanding 2009 World Solar Challenge design requirements while maintaining the top speed from its 2005 design.

The 2009 World Solar Challenge (http://www.wsc.org.au) is the ultimate challenge in sustainable energy.The challenge: to design and build a car capable of crossing the vast and imposing continent of Australia using only sunlight as fuel and to prove it, in the spirit of friendly competition, against others with the same goal. New 2009 solar car race regulations require drivers to be seated in the vehicle in a radically more upright position--an ultimately more practical design. This single change increased the frontal area of the vehicle by 30%, an enormous load increase for a car with only 2 horsepower.

The MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Team (http://tinyurl.com/bydc8f) used PowerFLOW to digitally simulate and analyze external aerodynamic (http://www.exa.com/pages/applications/aerodynamics.html) effects on the 2009 vehicle early in the development process, allowing the team to easily test and optimize different models (http://www.exa.com/pages/applications/tva.html) on the computer long before a physical model was made. Design modifications were made throughout the model from fairings to back end adjustments based on PowerFLOW results; this allowed the MIT team to maintain the same speed as the 2005 car, even with the significant 2009 regulatory constraints.

"Every bit of aerodynamic drag has an effect on a solar car," remarks David Sanchez, SEVT Aero Lead. "PowerFLOW simulation data allowed us to make design modifications and easily fine tune our vehicle chassis, even slightly reducing our drag from our last model." Sanchez continues, "Without Exa in our engineering process, we would not have been able to achieve the results to meet our design goals."

"Exa is proud to support MIT's efforts to improve the environment and we wish them every success in their races," remarked Stephen Remondi, Exa's President and CEO. "Finding areas of improvement on such a highly optimized vehicle is difficult, but this team has proven that even in these conditions, simulation and analysis can identify design modifications that have huge impact. I look forward to seeing what this creative team accomplishes on their next model." The SEVT has already begun testing their 2010 car with PowerFLOW and plans to use Exa's PowerCLAY® (http://www.exa.com/pages/pclay/pclay_main.html) geometric morphing software as well for optimizing surfaces on that model.

About Exa Corporation

Exa Corporation develops, markets, and supports a suite CAE and CFD simulation software tools including PowerFLOW, PowerCLAY, PowerWRAP®, PowerVIZ, PowerSPECTRUM®, PowerCOOL and PowerTHERM along with professional engineering consulting services. Exa's products and services enable engineers to create competitive designs, while shortening product design cycles, and speeding time-to-market. A partial customer list includes: AGCO, Audi, BMW, Chrysler, Ford, Hyundai, Kenworth, MAN, Nissan, Peterbilt, Renault, Scania, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo Trucks.

Founded in 1991, the company is headquartered at 55 Network Drive, Burlington, MA, USA 01803. Tel: 1.781.676.8500; Fax: 1.781.676.8599; URL: www.exa.com

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Texas Transportation Commission Adopts 2030 Committee's Texas Transportation Needs Report

Texas Transportation Commission Adopts 2030 Committee's Texas Transportation Needs Report

Report Concludes $315 Billion Needed in Next 22 Years

Austin (Vocus) February 26, 2009 -- The Texas Transportation Commission today adopted the 2030 Committee's Texas Transportation Needs Report, which concludes that meeting Texas' transportation needs between 2009 and 2030 will require $315 billion. The needs estimate focuses on the investment that will be necessary to maintain the pavements and bridges on Texas roadways; to prevent worsening traffic congestion in urban areas; and to ensure rural mobility and safety. The Committee based its estimates on several factors, including increased population growth and freight traffic between 2009 and 2030.

"This report demonstrates the tough transportation challenges facing the state of Texas through the next several decades," said Texas Transportation Commission Chair Deirdre Delisi. "TxDOT is ready to work with local and state governments to find innovative solutions that provide Texans with the transportation system they expect. I appreciate the efforts of the 2030 Committee and applaud their hard work and dedication in identifying transportation needs of the future."

The 2030 Committee is comprised of 12 Texas business and civic leaders appointed by Delisi in May 2008. She charged the Committee with independently determining the fiscal requirements for the state's future transportation needs. The Committee presented an executive summary of its draft findings to the Texas Transportation Commission in December and posted the draft report on the 2030 Committee website for public comment from Jan. 9 to Jan. 31 prior to finalizing the report.

"Data from communities of all sizes clearly show that transportation is one of the top concerns of Texans," said Dr. C. Michael Walton, chair of the Committee. "In a resource-constrained environment, our state's leaders must make tough financial decisions over the next two decades. Our report provides an independent estimate of the level of transportation need over the next 22 years and urges our leaders to consider the economic and quality of life enhancements that dollars spent on transportation improvements can provide."

The 2030 Committee report, provides a comprehensive analysis of estimated transportation needs, anticipated costs in 2008 dollars and resulting benefits from highway maintenance (pavements and bridges), urban mobility and rural mobility and safety. The recommendations do not address specific projects, solutions or funding sources. The analysis is used as a tool to estimate the level of investment needed, but the funding could be used on other transportation modes. The timeframe of the report did not permit an in-depth analysis of other transportation modes that could complement traditional highway capacity, such as public transportation, freight and intercity passenger rail, ports and waterways and airports. However, the report includes an overview of these modes, with the Committee's recommendation for further study.

The committee held public hearings in six Texas cities and solicited public comment via e-mail, postal mail and fax. In all, about 180 individuals offered suggestions and comments, including 91 who testified in person during the public hearings. The committee provided guidance and direction to a nationally renowned team of transportation experts who conducted the technical analysis. Team members are from the Texas Transportation Institute at Texas A&M University; the Center for Transportation Research at the University of Texas at Austin; and the University of Texas at San Antonio.

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POET rolls out cellulosic ethanol plant Posted By : JamesWachai

Cellulosic ethanol is on the move. Today, POET, the top U.S. ethanol producer, inaugurated a pilot cellulosic ethanol plant in South Dakota. The plant’s projected to churn out 22,000 gallons of cellulosic ethanol per year. POET has an amazing, professionally done documentary that takes you, step-by-step, along the journey cellulosic ethanol has followed. It’s available here.



In the press release it issued today to announce the start of the plant’s operations, POET said in 2011, it will roll out a $200 million commercial-scale cellulosic plant in Iowa.



Today’s announcement, of course, is a major development and a big leap to energy independence. More good news is that cellulosic ethanol utilizes non-food crops; so there’ll not be politicking that food security will be compromised. A lot of politics continues to dog food-crops-based ethanol. There are those who claim that diverting food crops, such as corn, to ethanol production is to blame for the current food shortages. There are others who dismiss such an argument as baseless and not supported by facts. Whatever the merits or demerits of using food-crops to make ethanol, POET is demonstrating that the journey to reliable and clean energy is unstoppable.



There’s every reason to cheer up POET, and of course the Federal government, which provided seed money for research. Renewable sources of energy, such as cellulosic ethanol, hold the key to energy independence. President-Elect Baraka Obama, for instance, has said as much on the issue. He has promised massive investments into the next generation of biofuels. POET and other companies in the biofuels business have no excuse of not doubling efforts to produce biofuels. Political will is already there; it’s up to them to exploit it.

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