Demolition Derby - Large Cars Tuesday, August 9th, 7:00 PM ► No entry fee • Everyone must buy a pit pass ◄ For additional information and questions about rules, please call 270-268-1356 Large Car, Tire Burnout, Small Car Modified 1st Place . $1, 000.00 2nd Place . 300.00 3rd Place . 100.00 DERBY KING’S number one concern is drivers’ safety and we do admit Demolition Derbies are a dangerous sport. DERBY and below and FWD cars of 104 inches and Boone County, Inc. assumes no responsibility, liability, or fault in the result o injury from any of these events. Your participation is your choice! RULES: 1. Promoter has the right to approve or reject any entry. No vans, ambulances, or El Camino type allowed. 2. Remove all fiberglass panels, all plastic panels and glass, including windshield. Remove all molding, rear seats, hood latches, factory gas tanks, all wheel weights and door handles. 3. No welding on frame except for mounting bumper, motor mounts, repairs or rewelding from where you notched and pre-bent. 4. Shock bumpers should be welded, chained or bolted or all. Bumper can be no higher than 22 inches. It can be welded directly to the frame (C-bumper rule). 5. Rear frame rail no lower than 14 inches at the 2nd body bolt from rear bumper. Body bolts can be changed. No washers more than 3 inches round. No washers welded to frame. 6. Doors can be welded, chained, or wired shut. Trunk lid and tail gate may be bolted or welded shut with 3/8 bolts & washers or 3/8 rebar. No larger than 3/8 rebar or 2” wide 1/4” thick strip, if it is you will have to cut it. 7. Four bar interior cage is allowed, may not contact frame, firewall, motor or transmission or extend more than 12 inches behind the driverseat or attach to floor. No bar up to firewall from dashbar, rollbaris OK, but must be straight up and down in center of driver’s compartment.

While car design itself is not a major, there are several programs at all three post-secondary educational levels that align closely to car design. At the undergraduate level, car design majors can be found within broader programs such as automotive engineering technology. Graduate students interested in car design typically study automotive engineering. Online programs & courses may be available. Bachelor's Degrees Related to Car Design A bachelor's degree in car design can be found in a variety of program majors, including automotive engineering technology, transportation design, industrial technology with a vehicle design emphasis and mechanical engineering with an automotive engineering emphasis. Along with manufacturing, materials and electronics, these programs include courses in car design. At least a high school diploma or GED equivalent is required for admission. Students may also be required to complete prerequisite lower-level coursework or complete a minimum number of credit hours before they can enroll in the program. Relevant program courses generally cover automotive systems and features in addition to design concepts. Course topics may include: Computer-aided design Manufacturing process Power systems Vehicle electronics Vehicle development Environmental and emission factors Master's Degree in Automotive Engineering A master's degree in automotive engineering allows students to focus on areas such as the design, marketing and manufacturing of vehicles, as well as on technological innovation within the automotive industry. Programs may be offered onsite or through distance education opportunities. Individuals must typically possess a bachelor's degree for admission into these programs. A specific major may not be required, but relevant coursework or work experience in engineering may be preferred. Graduate courses prepare students for a variety of professional responsibilities, including vehicle design, project management and product development. Coursework may include: Systems design Automotive marketing Product evaluation Quality assurance Ph.D. in Automotive Engineering Doctoral programs in automotive engineering allow students to perform research work in specific aspects of automotive engineering, such as technical and leadership roles. These programs may be completed in 3-4 years, either in part- or full-time formats. A dissertation may be required. These programs typically require at least a bachelor's degree, preferably in engineering. For some programs, a master's degree program in a specific field, such as engineering or computer science, may be required. Doctoral programs allow students to research an area of the automotive industry, with coursework centered around the chosen area of study. Subject areas may include: Automotive systems integration Industry management Control systems Environmental regulations Manufacturing logistics Popular Career Options Graduates may find employment working with automobiles, mass-transit systems, motorcycles and aircraft. Automotive designers may work with the interiors and exteriors of cars. They could find work at: Automotive-equipment manufacturers Car companies Product research facilities Manufacturing sites Employment Outlook and Salary Info According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for mechanical engineers, including those in motor vehicle manufacturing, was $83, 590 as of May 2015 ( ). In the same period, electrical engineers, including professionals who design automotive electrical systems, earned a median annual salary of $93, 010. The BLS also reports that mechanical engineers overall can expect to see employment growth of five percent, while electrical engineers are expected to see little to no change in employment, from 2014-2024. In August 2016, PayScale.com noted that most professionals working in automotive engineering earned from $44, 550-$98, 915 before commission, profit sharing and bonuses. Pursuing a career involving car design is possible with a degree related to automotive engineering. Programs at all degree levels allow for focused study on a variety of subjects within the automotive industry.

It can extend the life of your car. Helps with your fuel economy. Reduce the cost of car repairs. Improve engine performance. May help prevent break downs on the road. A tune up is as important as an oil change. Regular oil changes and tune ups will make a difference the life of your car. TUNE UP MAY INCLUDE: Replacing fuel filters. Replacing air filters. Inspecting or replacing PCV valve. Fuel induction service. Replacing oxygen sensor. Inspecting distributor cap. Replacing spark plugs. Replacing spark plug wires. A dirty fuel filter and a dirty air filter will most likely, reduce your fuel economy about 20 percent. Maintaining tune ups and using quality fuel are a great way to increase your fuel mileage. Is your car stalling? When I hit my gas pedal my car runs rough. Why is it hard to get my car started? While these are probably symptoms of a needed tune up there could be other issues. Check your manufacturer manual for suggested tune up maintenance. While new cars today can drive anywhere from 25, 000 to 100, 000 miles before needing a tune up. As with any car maintenance frequency, it seems like, it will probably depend greatly, on how you drive your vehicle. Driving your vehicle in a safe manner and keeping it maintained with tune ups, oil changes, tire rotations and other maintenance items, will most definitely help your vehicle stay safe and last longer.

The first impression counts. Hence, HAMANN emotionalised the front of the standard model by adding a striking front spoiler. The custom-shaped three-piece part gives the Vogue a completely new face. The spoiler lip, which can be painted in vehicle colour, is a perfect antithesis to the standard model’s stout radiator grille, and connects to the lateral attachments with grilled air intakes. These support brake ventilation and emphasise the Range Rover’s dynamic traits. HAMANN’s fine-tuning touches to the rear are realised through an elegantly shaped skirt to produce a formidable look. It replaces the unimpressive standard part and converts the body’s end into an imposing stage for HAMANN’s four-pipe sports exhaust system: the stainless-steel pipes ensure a worthy sound for the off-road king. Small detail: the four trapezoidal tail pieces bear the logo of the tuning factory in Baden Württemberg. For those who think the small refinement programme is not enough, HAMANN developed the Range Rover wide-body kit “Mystère”. Thanks to wing extensions, power-dome bonnet, side panels and new rear skirt the Mystère becomes the Great Savage among the Range Rover brothers.

Your vehicle's intricate components need to be fine-tuned and replaced once in a while in order to maintain superior performance. As a preventative measure to keep your ride out of the shop and on the road, general cleanliness of your engine, its components and electrical connections can help avert pre-mature failure. Clean motor oil and coolant promote a cooler engine, which is much less likely to cause a breakdown of other parts. Frequently replacing all coolant, filters, lubricants and other components is significant to your ride's overall performance as well. At AutoZone, you can find everything you need when you're ready to fix or upgrade your daily driver. AutoZone's extensive selection of maintenance components permits you to find the best replacement tools for your vehicle. So, whether you're searching for a routine maintenance tool or Ford F-150 tune-up parts, you're sure to find the perfect match for your make and model's needs. Stop by your local AutoZone and ask our staff about handy maintenance tips or order from us online and utilize our Free Shipping on purchases of $75 or more.

Your car’s engine is made up of hundreds of complex components working together to ensure that your vehicle starts and runs properly. Over time, however, these components can wear out, resulting in a loss of performance and fuel economy. The nature of an engine “tune-up” has changed considerably over the years, but the basics of how a gasoline engine works has not. Clean gas and air needs to be driven to the vehicle’s cylinders where combustion initiated by a spark plug creates the power necessary to move a heavy vehicle. Clogged fuel injectors, dirty air and fuel filters, worn out oil, and corroded spark plugs can all decrease engine performance and contribute to decreased gas mileage and performance. That’s why we examine your vehicle’s air filter when you stop in, and why we recommend that you follow manufacturer’s recommendations for replacing such key components as fuel filters, PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) valves, and spark plugs when they are no longer working at maximum efficiency. A standard tune-up, or spark plug replacement, done at the suggested maintenance interval will make an engine easier to start, improve fuel economy, lower emissions and restore lost power. Another (often overlooked) service designed to help your vehicle’s engine run properly is the cleaning of fuel injectors and the fuel intake system. When dirt and deposits collect on fuel injectors, the amount of fuel delivered to the engine is restricted, leading to deterioration in performance and responsiveness. Car-X’s trained technicians can perform a Fuel System Cleaning that will remove these deposits and help your vehicle maximize its performance and gas mileage capabilities. Regular maintenance of your vehicle’s fuel ignition system is the key to reliability, fuel efficiency, and effective engine performance. From fixing a fuel system problem when it occurs, to helping you prevent one from happening in the future, Car-X is the place for you!

TOKYO The days of cheap and cheerful cars like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla may be numbered as technology firms Google and Apple muscle into the auto industry, and change the way people own and drive cars. That's the warning from Ken Okuyama, high-end Japanese designer of the Ferrari F60 Enzo and Porsche Boxster, who says game-changing self-drive technology could threaten Japan's position as a major car producer. "If they don't watch out, they risk becoming just suppliers to those (tech) companies, " Okuyama told Reuters in an interview at his industrial design studio in the Japanese capital ahead of this week's Tokyo Motor Show. Okuyama, who made his mark at Italy's fabled Pininfarina studio and also redesigned the Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette, says taking on Google and Apple will be the ultimate test for Toyota and other mainstream automakers. As writing code becomes as vital to car making as engineering, Japanese automakers are under pressure to show they can compete with the tech giants. Google's fleet of self-driving cars includes a modified version of Toyota's Lexus sport utility vehicles, in addition to the pod-like, driverless Google Car prototype, both of which are being road-tested in the United States. Apple could roll out a self-driving vehicle in 2019. Honda, which on Tuesday said it was developing a new automatic setting to be used in congested traffic, and technology to pre-program cars to drive automatically, acknowledged the potential threat from tech firms in the future. "At this point, whether Google or Apple can come up with a car is unclear, " said Koichi Fukuo, president of research and development at Honda. "But they are spending aggressively to recruit people to achieve that and in that sense ... we can't rule out the possibility they may eventually become a competitor." MARKET TO SPLIT As cars become more automated, Okuyama predicts the auto market over time may split into two camps: vehicles that simply fulfill public transportation needs such as self-driving taxis serviced by ride-hailing applications; and super-luxury cars that will be trophy items for the wealthy. As a result, he says, car ownership will decline, decreasing demand for affordable, traditional cars like Honda's hugely popular Civic models. "Automakers have used existing technology and road infrastructure to create cars which have an emotional connection with drivers. This is how they have been adding value to their products, " Okuyama said. "But cars have become commodity products, and, as such, they have to become more functional and even more affordable, " he said, foreseeing a future where stripped down, minimalist 'commodity' cars would share the roads with luxury vehicles. While this market polarization could be years away, Okuyama says Japanese automakers must focus even more on finding ways for cars to benefit from advanced technologies - an area where he says they have lagged for years. "Self-driving cars will eventually become commonplace ... as a result, carmakers will have to sell not only the hardware, but also the overall system to run the cars, " he said. "Companies like Mercedes and Toyota are looking at this, but Google is ahead in this game." To be sure, Japanese automakers are starting to show off their own automated driving capability, with Toyota this month unveiling automatic lane changing and merging functions on a Tokyo highway. The world's largest car maker plans to market its first self-driving car in 2020. Honda and Nissan have also set 2020, the year of the Tokyo Olympics, as a target date to bring advanced self-driving cars to the market. Most automakers have focused on developing automated driving functions, such as automatic braking systems, parking and lane-changing capabilities which drivers can switch on or off. Google and ZMP, a Tokyo-based robotics start-up which plans to introduce a robot taxi service in time for the Olympics, are taking automated driving a step further, developing cars with no steering wheel or pedals - taking humans out of the driving equation altogether. Since returning to Japan in 2007 and starting his own design firm, Okuyama, 56, has focused on urban planning and public transportation projects, giving a facelift to some of Japan's 'bullet' trains and designing a concept line of farm equipment. But slick, fast luxury cars remain close to his heart, and the high-tech sports cars Okuyama now designs for his own brand sit firmly in trophy car territory. A bespoke model he plans to unveil at the Tokyo show clocks in at a cool $1.3 million.

I haven’t spent much time with the customization options in Euro Truck Simulator 2, mostly because I’ve been too busy causing accidents and being just as bad at parking as I am in real life. But those of you who want even more control over every aspect of your fantasy truck will be pleased to know SCS Software is bringing you “ultimate wheel customization.” SCS’s forthcoming update to Euro Truck Simulator 2 and its American cousin, American Truck Simulator, will make wheel customization “more varied, more flexible, more fun.” They’ve split wheel components into hubs, hubcaps, and nuts. The colors, shapes, and styles of these can be changed to trick out the truck tires of your dreams, if you’re the kind of person who dreams about truck tires. You can see it in action in the video below. I’ll be honest that I’ve seldom thought about hubcaps in real life, much less in Euro Truck Simulator , but customization options that help your truck feel more like yours sound like a good addition to a game whose allure, in my mind, hinges mostly on the stories you make up along the way. One of my favorite things to do in the game is to start at one end of Europe, turn on a radio station from a country on the other end, and haul cargo until I get there. It’s a kind of video game version of National Lampoon’s European Vacation , though my hijinks mostly involve getting traffic tickets. I haven’t had a chance to check out American Truck Simulator yet, largely because they haven’t added enough America for me to live out my dream of driving by my own house. However, our friends at Kotaku UK enjoyed learning how Californians drive during their time with it.

| | | | | Our 16 branch locations give you the chance to arrange a car rental in London. Use our drop down branch menu to figure out which location has the right services for your needs. The menu allows you to see about individual branch opening hours, car categories on offer, as well as whether we offer special services such as 24 hour vehicle returns. Click on the second tab and get an overview of where each branch is on Google maps. Some of our branches also offer van and truck rental for both personal and commercial use. You can organize to take care of bigger transportation tasks at locations such as London Ilford, London Battersea/Vauxhall, London Wembley (North) among others. Our Service When you rent a car in London from Sixt you can to experience first class driving at an economy price. Doing a price comparison will show you how we offer affordable rates on a wide selection of top quality, top brand vehicles. Our fleet features a diverse array of models from some of the best manufacturers in the world. Enjoy some attainable luxury and get behind the wheel of a BMW or Mercedes-Benz. Whatever your budget or plans we have the right rent a car to accommodate. Whether it's a comfortable compact car or sedan or a roomy minivan or SUV. We also have fun convertibles and exotic sports in our well-maintained and up-to-date fleet. Those traveling with a group make use of our passenger vans which can handle just about any size parties with our range that includes 15-seater models. Have a look at our latest deals and discounts before booking online or over the phone. Please do note as specific models are subject to availability we can only guarantee you to receive a rental vehicle in your chosen car category. Rental cars can be customized with useful extras to help you customize the drive. Drive more relaxed and reassured and include add-ons like insurance protection, an additional driver, or a GPS. Here are just some of our other optional features: Glass & Windscreen Coverage Roadside Protection Loss Damage Waiver Child Seats for babies, toddlers and small children Traffic Information Whether fitting all of London's attractions into a weekend away or a longer stay your car rental will help you check off your itinerary. The city is encircled by an inner ring road, North and South Circular roads and the outer orbital M25. A number of radial routes intersect these main roadways but there really is not direct way into the center of the city. As the city suffers from significant traffic a congestion charge is collected in designated zones of central London. If you plan to drive your Sixt rental vehicle in London's congestion zone you must register the vehicle within 24 hours at an appropriate pay station and pay for each day it will be driven in the zone. We recommend registering an paying on the Transport for London website as it a rather quick and easy. Sixt Tips London is a truly remarkable city, with many of the capital's most popular landmarks scattered throughout the central districts. Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace are a few of the popular sights found in the area known as Westminster. The neighboring City of London is another popular area, home to landmarks such as St. Paul's Cathedral and the Gherkin skyscraper. In addition to its many historical landmarks, London is also one known for its many natural spaces. Hyde Park is easily the most famous public park in London. This massive park is comprised of some 350 acres. The park is separated by a lake known as the Serpentine, which was created in 1730. In addition to Hyde Park, other well-known natural areas include Hampstead Heath and Kensington Gardens. If you are looking for a more lively side of life in the capital, you may wish to consider a visit to areas such as Camden or Soho. Camden Market is found within the borough of Camden, along with the London Zoo and Camden Arts Centre. Soho, on the other hand, is a popular destination for entertainment venues and nightclubs. Exploring the rich diversity of the many boroughs throughout the city is one of the most popular activities for those who venture to London. All Saints' Church Tudeley This small church is home to a big wonder, namely, stained glass windows all made by Marc Chagall. In fact it is the only church in the world which can make this claim. The artist was commissioned just to design just the east window to honor the untimely death of Sarah d'Avigdor-Goldsmid, but once he saw the space he decided to design them all. Seeing the play of color and light of these great works is a truly moving experience and well-worth the drive. Distance to All Saints' Church Tudeley From London Gatwick Airport: 34 miles, 34 minutes From London Victoria Station: 39 miles, 1 hour and 30 minutes London Kings Cross: 44.7 miles, 1 hour and 20 minutes Royal Botanical Kew Gardens A short drive from the center of London to Kew Gardens and you can be surrounded by plants and not people. One of the most famous botanical gardens in the world you can spend the day wandering around the historic glasshouses, galleries and beautiful grounds. Besides the well-known Palm House, you can say hello to the iconic plants at home in the gardens like the Old Lions that were planted over 250 years ago. Distance Kew Gardens From London Heathrow Airport via A4: 8.4 miles, 30 minutes From London Gatwick Airport via A3: 38 miles, about 1 hour From London Victoria Station: 7.5 miles, 29 minutes London Kings Cross: 9.6 miles, 41 minutes Business Travel The economy of the entire London metropolitan area is the largest in Europe so business, by all means, is a big part of life in London. Finance is the main industry and most activities relating to the field take place in the City of London and Canary Wharf, which are also the two major Central Business Districts. Media is the second largest of London's industries and the ever expanding tech sector has settled in East London in a cluster known as Tech City or the Silicon Roundabout. Distance to East London Tech City From London Gatwick Airport via M25: 48.4 miles, about 1 hour and 20 minutes From London Stansted Airport via M11: 34 miles, 1 hour and 17 minutes From London Luton Airport via M1: 34.8 miles, 1 hour and 15 minutes FAQs Below are the quick answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. Please be reminded that every country has slightly different rules and regulations, so for the most specific and detailed information pertaining to your desired rental please visit rental information for more information. Do I need a credit card? Paying with a major credit card is the preferred method of payment and Sixt accepts all major credit cards. The payment method must have been issued in the name of the driver and this must be presented at the time of vehicle pick-up and be valid at this time. Check our Rental Information page for country specific information. Which documents are needed to pick up a rental car? 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[UPDATE] Rockstar Games has now announced more details on the new GTA Online update, called Lowriders: Custom Classics, and released a trailer for it. In addition to the new car customization options (Vapid Slamvan, Dundreary Virgo Classic, Willard Faction, Custom Donk), the update brings the Compact Rifle and the Double Barrel Shotgun. "Both new weapons can be used during drive-bys, " Rockstar said in the announcement. Additionally, new clothing options are now available, as well as 16 new tattoo designs. There are also three new hairstyles for each gender. On top of all of that, a new Adversary Mode called Sumo is out now. It sounds like sumo wrestling, but with cars. Here is the description: "The new Sumo Adversary Mode has players working (either alone or in teams) to force the opposition out of the designated arena. Whether it's size, speed, or control-players must choose a vehicle that suits their playstyle and be the last team remaining in the arena before the clock runs out to win." Custom Classics is available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. You can see a new trailer for it below. The original story is below. Grand Theft Auto V got a new update today that introduces a number of new customization options for three cars (listed below) available from the in-game Benny's Original Motor Works shop. You can now order new cars and then deck them out with new flair to make them become the Faction Custom Donk, Slamvan Custom, and Virgo Classic Custom. Images of these new custom cars are available above, while reports on Twitter suggest the update also comes with new guns and maybe more. Presumably, Rockstar will make a further announcement today about the new update. Keep checking back with GameSpot to learn more. "When you put up roadblocks, and that's how you monetize-that might work in a casual context, that sort of repetitive, addictive-type behavior-but we don't believe it works at all and doesn't really have a place in the context or core gaming, " Slatoff said. "So you have have to enable people to enjoy and play the game and content that you offer to them is either enhances that gameplay experience but is not necessarily required to enjoy the game. It enhances it and it enhances it in a meaningful way."