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Electric Cars, 2004.
An overview of the history of the electric car as a predecessor to gasoline automobiles
943 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper examines how it is often forgotten that electric "horseless carriages" took to the roads several decades before Henry Ford began his assembly-line process and how, for a number of reasons, these automobiles lost out to the gasoline-driven competition. It attempts to show how, in the last decade of the 1800s and into the early 1900s, electric vehicles were all the rage.
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"When the U.S. Postal Service began using them for delivery, companies such as General Electric started profiting from their manufacture. General Electric began to produce cars in 1898, and achieved a land speed record for an electrical vehicle that went 39.25 miles per hour. This was a speed that gas-powered cars just could not meet (ibid 19). At this point, there was enough demand for electric cars that a couple of large manufacturing firms could be successful. Many of the individuals now recognized as leaders in the automobile industry were strong supporters of the electric car."
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Japanese and European Automobiles, 2004.
This paper compares Japanese and European automobiles and reviews their history.
1,320 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper explains that the reputation of luxury and powerful performance of European automobiles has been built on automobiles, such as BMW and Mercedes; whereas, the reputation of reliability and satisfaction of the Japanese automobiles has been built on automobiles such as Toyota, Nissan, and Honda. The author points out that, in the American market, the European automobiles have been unfavorably compared to the Japanese automobiles in terms of quantity, but the buyers of European automobiles are generally more loyal to their usual brand of vehicle. The paper relates that the Honda, which is a top seller in the United States, is not a luxury automobile of the ranks of BMW, Jaguar, or Lexus, but it is a well-made, reliable vehicle.
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"BMW automobiles have been in existence for 75 years. The history of BMW auto manufacturing is varied, with many different types of vehicles offered through the years. The first BMW automobile manufactured was in Berlin in 1929. It featured an all steel body and was developed under the Austin Seven license. The next models were developed in 1932 and 1933, respectively. The BMW 303, sold in 1933, had the trademark kidney front grille, which is still in use today. The first luxury BMW saloon was the 335, which was the last BMW automobile to be manufactured prior to WWII."
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Cars as Status Symbols, 2008.
This paper discusses material culture and looks at how cars are used as status symbols.
838 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This essay explores the social symbolism that is involved with cars and argues that cars are used by many individuals as status symbols. More specifically, the paper asserts that cars are used to convey a wide range of information about the identity and position in society of the person driving the car. The paper maintains that cars are not just vehicles, they are status symbols. They actually represent two different things. On a very general level they represent economic wealth. On a second level they represent masculinity, power and vitality. The writer concludes that cars, like many aspects of material culture, are used to create identities.
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"What this means is that we often use products to create identities for ourselves. For example, someone wishing to be thought of as a sports fanatic will buy clothing based on sports teams. This means that consumer products become symbols for who we think we are or at the very least who we want people to think we are.
"The question that must be asked at this point is how do cars fit into this symbolic framework? Cars require a large number of resources to operate. A whole range of lifestyles and industries have developed that are directly connected to cars. Probably one of the most important developments has been the creation of suburbs."
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Selling American Used Cars in Saudi Arabia, 2007.
A research report looking at the advisability of selling American used cars in Saudi Arabia
9,025 words (approx. 36.1 pages), 24 sources, APA, $ 187.95
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This paper studies the way to transform showroom visitors into customers when selling American used cars in Saudi Arabia. It reports that the methodology included personal in-depth interviews using two sets of survey questions created to compliment this study and secondary data from previous published articles. The paper relates that, while deeming potential used car buyers to be hesitant "one chance customers", when a seller gains insight into buyers' habits, he/she enhances the understanding of a customer which amplifies positive customer engagement, and in turn, increases the likelihood that a showroom visitor will become a satisfied customer. The paper includes questionnaires and color illustrations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
American Used Cars
Aims and Objectives
Background and Overview:
Literature Review
Finding and Filling Used Car Buyers' Needs
Domain of Customer Behavior
Customer Roles
1998-2007 Forecast U.S. Arab Market Losses (U.S. $Billion) by Export Category
Reasons to Buy a Used Car
More Competition for Sellers of American and Other Countries' Used Cars
Car Buyers and the Internet
Another Manufacturer's Promotion PESTLE
Selling American Used Cars in Saudi Arabia - PEST(LE) Analysis
SWOT
Methodology
Personal and Private, Yet, Public Sales' Persuasions
Questionnaire for Buyers
Interview Questions for Sellers
Customer Satisfaction Survey
Reflections and Limitations
Difficult, yet Simple Significant Details
Conclusion/Summery
Today and Tomorrow's Timeless Truths
Aims and Objectives
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"Customers invest effort and time when searching to select a used car dealer, just as sellers invest time to secure customers. "Word of mouth" communication, the report a customer verbalizes to his/her family and friends is one particularly, potent "tool" regularly used to gain new customers. A seller does not have to invest substantial funds, market his product, or invest special sales' resources, as the customer. The way a customer perceives the seller, however, determines whether "word of mouth" communication will prove to be positive of negative."
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Green Cars, 2005.
This paper discusses how "green" cars are designed to reduce emissions, thereby lessening problems of ever-increasing air pollution, which causes asthma and lung cancer.
2,910 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 86.95
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This paper explains that "green" cars are vehicles that drive just like any other vehicle, except they are at least 90% cleaner-burning than the standard vehicle on the road, thereby emitting a lower amount of pollutants into the air. The author points out that the most popular models, which are mass-produced on the market right now, are called 'hybrids' because these vehicles have hybrid motors that use a mix of a gasoline engine and electric motor with a large battery that keeps energy flowing to the electric motor with no need to "plug" it in to recharge; when the cars get to "cruising" speed, they switch to the electric motor, letting it do most of the work. The paper stresses the financial benefits, which add to the environmental and health reasons to buying a "green" car; the actual purchase price does not vary too much from the regular gas-burning model, and the savings annually in gas can be tremendous. Tables.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Current Quality of the Air We Breathe
Health Consequences of the Deteriorating Environment
Explaining the Need
Future Predictions of our Environmental Destruction
Identifying Those at Risk
"Green" Cars
What They Are
How These Vehicles Can Help "Clear the Air"
Financial Benefits from These Vehicles
Where Can They Be Found
Different Makes and Models Available
Concept Cars on the Way
Other Solutions
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"While companies like Honda and Toyota are more aggressively bringing hybrids to market, GM decided last year to focus its most advanced hybrid technology on its largest, least-fuel-efficient, high-volume vehicles models. It plans for them to reach showrooms in 2007. The Toyota Prius and Honda Civic Hybrids have been rated at averaging 60 miles per gallon, which has captured the attention of many producers, designers, engineers and consumers. This is encouraging because automakers are taking notice of the problems with our environment and actually coming up with ways to help fight for the cause."
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Hybrid Cars, 2007.
A discussion on the emerging technology of a hybrid car, combining the technology of the electric and the gasoline-powered car.
1,239 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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The paper discusses how, in an era when oil prices are rising rapidly and the public is especially concerned about the added cost this imposes on the family budget, the hybrid car is getting a new impetus in the marketplace. The paper examines how the hybrid car offers the unified features of the gasoline-powered engine and the electric car, without the added problem the electric car brings of a limited range, while at the same time cutting down on the use of gasoline. The paper explores how the hybrid engine is being promoted both as a cost-saving device and as a more environmentally-friendly type of automobile.
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"The electric car offers advantages but also has certain disadvantages. Still, some form of electric car might become accepted and would help reduce reliance on oil and help with environmental problems at the same time. The target market will grow exponentially once the electric car has a longer range, but for the time being the commuter market is quite large and ready to be drawn into a vehicle that can be shown to be economical, non-polluting, safe, and relatively inexpensive."
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Hydrogen Powered Cars, 2005.
An overview of hydrogen powered cars and their future.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper is on the prospects for the hydrogen powered car, noting the stakeholders involved, some of what they want, and how likely it is that the car will be produced in the near future. The paper indicates that the primary problem may be getting the fuel to the consumer in an economical way, given that the ultimate stakeholder is the consumer, who will be asked to buy these cars and who will want to have a car that performs as well as possible and to be able to refuel easily and economically.
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"Hydrogen-powered cars operate on energy produced by the mixing of hydrogen and oxygen, with the only by-product being water. Stacy (2003) notes that General Motors is to provide $44 million to build a fleet of 40 hydrogen-fueled cars for use in New York, Washington, Michigan, and California, with another $44 million in matching funds to be provided by the U.S. Dept. of Energy. In addition, Shell Hydrogen LLC is to create five refueling stations in New York, Washington, California, and along the east coast, and this is seen as a major step in the development of hydrogen-fueled cars, given that automakers are reluctant to develop hydrogen cars both because of the cost and because of the current lack of refueling stations (Stacy, 2003, para. 1)."
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Luxury Cars, 2006.
A discussion about luxury cars, with special reference to the BMW.
2,794 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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The paper defines what a luxury car is. The writer brings examples of luxury cars and shows details such as the price and special features available. The writer explains and details the additional safety features included in luxury cars. The writer concludes that the additional safety, comfort and convenience in luxury cars justifies the higher price, and that because of continuing new technology, and a rising Japanese yen, the German automaker, BMW will continue to have an optimistic future.
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"An example of features on an upper end BMW, the 740i, are navigation equipment and a traction control system that acclimates from driving on normal pavement to moving through a winter storm with the touch of a switch. The car's safety features include an optional rollover protection system for occupants. When sensors signal a possible rollover, the system positions two roll bars above the rear headrests. Finally, it has a wind deflector; it is a plastic-coated net on an aluminum frame behind the front passengers-when used with the windows raised, allows convertible occupants to enjoy more-efficient heating and extend the top-down season.
"Mercedes-Benz still leads in revenues because its cars are more expensive. However, while BMW does not enjoy the same profit margins on its lower end series as it does on its more expensive models, the added volume did two things for the company: It kept volume high and kept younger buyers in the BMW family. It also gave management a chance to bargain with its unions. Management demanded concessions to work rules or threatened that the series would have to be built elsewhere to keep it competitive. Thus, BMW was the first major German car maker whose unions permitted Saturday work and late shifts at standard rates of pay. Other manufacturers, like Volkswagen, are still fighting for similar permanent concessions."
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Teenage Driving and Automobiles, 2004.
Examines the disadvantages of automobiles, focusing on their lack of safety for teenage drivers.
1,777 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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Despite its many advantages, the automobile has a darker side. Pollution and traffic congestion are concerns, but the greatest problem associated with automobiles is their safety, or lack thereof. This paper shows that car accidents are one of the leading killers in the United States each year, accounting for about 40,000 deaths in the year 2001 alone. The paper argues that lawmakers are neglecting one of the main issues pertaining to road safety, teenage driving. It offers solutions to the problem of the high rate of casualties among teenage drivers and discusses opponents to the laws that restrict teenage driving.
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"In summarizing the main reasons behind the increased accidents of teenagers, it can be inferred that a lack of experience is the primary culprit. Therefore, in order to properly address this issue, lawmakers need to find ways to legally require more training and road experience before licensing teenagers. My proposal is that the federal government pass a law (similar in scope to the one passed pertaining to blood alcohol) requiring all drivers to be a minimum age of 18. As the law stands today, there is no federal mandate regarding licensing age minimums. In fact, several states only require individuals to reach the age of 15 to obtain a driver?s license (DriveHomeSafe website)."
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Air Pollution & Automobiles in Southern California, 1999.
Impact of cars on air quality & efforts to reduce reliance on driving (car pooling, telecommuting, public transit).
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 47.95
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"Introduction
The air pollution of Southern California is nearly legendary. This is a region that has "smog alerts," and where the connection between air pollution and automobile usage is considered high and direct. If Southern Californians would drive less, analysts assume that air pollution in the region would lessen. To this end, a number of different programs have been undertaken to encourage Southern Californians to reduce their reliance on automobiles, with a particular emphasis placed on car pooling and telecommuting. This research examines research conducted on both of these issues, and considers what additional work might need to be done in order to understand the situation better.
Literature Review
The South Coast Air .."
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Cars vs. Guns, 2004.
A debate on whether cars or guns are more dangerous for the youth of today.
1,855 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper looks at how teenagers use cars and guns as weapons and discusses the number of deaths in traffic and gunshot deaths among people under twenty years of age in Broward and Dade counties. The numbers are broken down into different categories, such as race, murder, and suicide. Prevention plans concerning both guns and cars are also discussed.
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"People always say that it is not guns that kill people it is people that kill people. People feel that they must protect themselves from other people. Now laws on guns make it harder for an under aged person to obtain a gun. Teenagers feel it is easier to get money by selling drugs and stealing from other people. In order to look tough they feel a gun will protect them but they wave it around as if it will not do any harm. Guns are not always used for protection. Being a teenager can be tough. The teenage years are the hardest part of growing up."
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Future Cars, 2002.
A study into possible alternative modes of transportation, which may help stop the environmental damage caused by cars.
1,578 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper explores the possibilities for vehicles in the future based on the fact that current car models are damaging to the environment. The paper begins with a background on current car models. The paper points out that there is a need for drastic changes to curb the levels of pollution and damage. The paper then suggests some alternative systems and analyzes their advantages and disadvantages. These alternatives include fuel cells, electric cars and hybrid systems.
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"Efforts to diminish the environmental damage of automobiles for the past fifty years have focused on adding control devices to the internal combustion engine and producing cleaner fuel. However, these gains are being offset by the increasing number of vehicles on the road. Many researchers have concluded that the 100-year reign of the petrol-fueled, internal combustion engine must begin to give way to a cleaner and more advanced technology. The future of automobiles rests in the hands of many competing efforts, fuel cells (hydrogen and methanol), electric cars, and hybrid systems to name a few."
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Automobiles and the Film Industry, 2006.
An in-depth look at how the film industry has used automobiles for many years to try and influence the public and popular culture.
1,871 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper presents a detailed examination of automobiles in the film industry, and how they are impacted by mass media. More specifically, this paper analyzes how mass media influences the use of automobiles and popular culture surrounding their use. The writer explores several books and movies in support of the analysis presented.
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"Since the inception of the automobile, significant importance has been placed on its use and look. Young men are conditioned to believe that attracting women is based in part on having the right type of car. Young women are raised to think if a man has a nice car he is a worthwhile pursuit. In addition, media and society have conditioned Americans to place certain values on certain cars. If it's a sedan or a station wagon the owner must be old or boring. If it is sporty or a particular type of car the assumption is made that the owner is modern in thought and action. Autos have importance in all walks of life, including entertainment."
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Automobiles, 2002.
A personal and cultural perspective on automobiles.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 35.95
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This research paper examines why the author likes cars, discusses what he can learn about them and explores the social, technological, cultural, collectible and mechanical aspects of the author's interest in cars.
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