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By the time you read this, there’s little doubt that Tata will have been announced as the new owner of two legendary, and quintessentially British, marques – Jaguar and Land Rover. At the moment, an official announcement is still awaited, but it appears to be a foregone conclusion. Nevertheless, as they say, ‘it’s not over until the fat lady sings’ – in this case the fat lady is the ailing Ford Motor Company, which is expected to announce the buyout in early 2008.

It’s a matter of great pride for our country that two Indian companies made it to the final round of bidding – Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra. M&M recently pulled out of the race citing some last minute complications.

Tata’s buyout of Jaguar and Land Rover, at an expected US $2 billion, may pale in comparison to its recent acquisition of the steel giant Corus at US $ 12 billion, but in some ways it announces to the world even more firmly that India’s time has well and truly arrived. Reason being, Jaguar and Land Rover are much more in the public eye – in fact, in the hearts and minds of people across the globe – as opposed to a faceless organization, albeit a massive one.

Both these marques have a very rich heritage and tradition. Tata will be well aware that leveraging this heritage, and maintaining the inherent characteristics of both marques, will be critical to their success moving forward.
Tata will be well aware that leveraging this beritage, and maintaining the inherent characteristics of Jaguar and Land Rover, will be critical to their success moving forward
Tata’s also fortunate to have stepped in at a very opportune time indeed, especially in the case of Jaguar. While Land Rover, as an individual entity, makes a healthy profit and is a brand held in high regard the world over, Jaguar hasn’t been so fortunate in the recent past. The company has been fighting a losing battle to wipe out its red ink, and Ford has pumped in an enormous amount of time and money to ensure its existence and revival.

It appears that Jaguar could well be on the cusp of that revival as we speak. The money that Ford has pumped into product development means that Jaguar has an exciting new model line up in the pipeline – its new XF sedan, which hints at a completely fresh approach, is evidence of this. Even before its launch, the company’s received over 3,000 bookings in the UK itself. This model has the potential to single handedly turn the marque around and lead its revival.

Needless to say, there will be huge challenges as well. In many cases, Tata Motors will have to depend on Ford’s help and active involvement in areas such as drivetrain technology, R&D for better fuel efficiency, lower emissions, etc. At the same time, for Tata Motors this means immediate access to new and cutting edge technology and international markets. They can use both these factors to further leverage their relationship with Fiat – who could benefit from the existing dealer network for the re-entry of Alfa Romeo in the US, or even some of Land Rover’s expertise to assist in developing an SUV of its own. Moreover, ownership of these marques will give the Tata brand itself greater appeal. Even if it takes them many years to incorporate new technologies into their own cars, the halo effect will begin almost instantaneously.

At the complete other end of the spectrum, Tata Motors will preview the highly anticipated One-Lakh car at the Auto Expo in New Delhi for the first time. The Expo, which has doubled in size since the last edition in 2006, is indicative of how rapidly the Indian market is evolving. Be certain to attend the show, and don’t forget to pay us a visit outside Hall 7 in Pragati Maidan.

The car in this image is a Ferrari FXX – at the time referred to as the Super Enzo – caught testing at Fiorano during a very memorable trip to Maranello, the home of Ferrari, in 2005. See our feature story for more, as well several other exciting destinations.

When you first drove your jeep, for sure you were amazed with the perfect condition of its parts and accessories. That could also be the reason why you purchased it in the first place.

However, though you exert so much effort in maintaining the jeep parts and accessories at the top of their shape, there will come a time that their service will end. There is no need to blame yourself, it is inevitable.

There are no such perfect jeep parts and accessories that could stand the test of time. There are only top of the line ones that guarantee a longer rate of service. Therefore, you will be given no other choice but to purchase replacements for these the moment they fail.

There is no more point in worrying about the replacement thing as available aftermarket jeep parts and accessories are at par to those original ones installed in it. Name whatever part or accessory you need, the auto market has it. From parts like body lifts, bumpers, shocks, tops, track bars, winches, wheels, tires, fender flares, air intake and so much more to accessories like floor mats, cargo nets, roll bar grips, and more, the list seems to be unending.

Not only are these products available for your replacement needs but the jeep parts could upgrade the performance of your jeep. With that, your jeep would never be the same as any other jeeps on the road in terms of the quality of service it gives to the owners.

On the other hand, the jeep accessories are for you to choose in order for you to convert your jeep into a unique one. Of course, it would be such pride for you to own a one of a kind jeep.

With the benefits being offered by the jeep parts and accessories, would you believe that those are not yet all of it? Yes. The jeep parts and accessories could also give you a desired comfort and a deserved safety inside your jeep. Therefore, you should not let low-quality parts and accessories be installed in your jeep.

With that, you should be keen enough in choosing the right ones. Do not be fooled by any auto parts dealers. For sure, the wrong jeep parts and accessories would ruin your beloved jeep.

While gas prices have fallen in recent days due to lower demand from consumers who are stretching every drop, it is still foreseeable that the price at the pump will eventually start to rise again.
A few of the most popular tips include:

Empty your car of useless items – Every bit of extra stuff your car has to haul around is adding to its weight, which in turn caused more fuel to be burned.

Drive behind semi trucks – Most people hate being stuck in a lane behind the big rigs, but keep in mind a truck ahead of you will force you keep you speed constant. The semi’s bulk also pushes air out of the way creating less resistance.

Take fewer trips – For example, swing by the grocery store on your way back from work rather than take an extra trip. This way, the engine is already hot and ready to go and a couple extra miles can be saved.

Turn off your AC – When driving at low speeds, try turning off your AC and opening the windows. However, when traveling at higher speeds closing windows will cut down on air resistance and make the car more aerodynamic.

Inflate your tires – Keeping your tires inflated and even over-inflated will help in reducing friction and slightly improve mpg.

Those with trucks are well aware of the constraints placed on them fuel-wise. One possible source of relief is to look into investing in a power programmer to help boost the vehicle’s engine efficiency. These programmers are available for both gas and diesel engines, and can aid in boosting miles per gallon. They also come equipped with a range of diagnostics and can increase an engine’s overall power.