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Who would not take notice of the impressive Lamborghini Bruce Wayne drives whenever he’s not driving his Bat mobile or any of his Bat-vehicles? This exotic two door, two seater coupe is designed by Luc Donckerwolke and produced by Italian car manufacturer Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. Its creation was to commemorate the company’s 40th year of operation and only 50 special edition units were built in 2003.

The Murcielago Roadster was introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year and made its on-screen debut in Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins, with Christian Bale as the caped crusader, Batman. Having a 6.2 L version of the Lamborghini V12 engine, the Murcielago Roadster kicks off 580 horsepower. This sports car can be equipped with either a six-speed manual gearbox or six-speed robotized e-gear system and has the acceleration speed of 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, reaching the maximum speed of 320 km/h.

The term Murcielago means “bat” in Spanish, making it a suitable car for a Superhero disguised as the nocturnal flying mammal. Moreover, the car’s scissor-opening doors pretty much resembles a bat spreading its wings, or the superhero for that matter.

In 2008, another Lamborghini Murcielago made an iconic appearance in yet another Batman movie bearing the title “Dark Knight.” Alongside Batman’s upgraded equipments, Bruce Wayne now drives a Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Coupe. This supercar was introduced in 2006 for 2007 model year.

Powered by a 6.5 L version of the Lamborghini V12, kicking off an impressive 640 horsepower at 8,000 rpm, accelerating from 0 to 62m/hr in 3.4 seconds, reaching a maximum speed of over 200m/hr. Now, that is unbelievable! But somehow, Lamborghini has made it possible. And what’s more amazing is that despite its whopping power, this exotic car passed all European and American law regarding exhaust fumes. Of course, that was made possible by thorough modifications of the engine and exhaust system made by the research and development team of Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A.

And like its predecessors, the Murcielago LP640 has a permanent four-wheel drive, based on the dependable Lamborghini Viscous Traction System. Driving, handling, and stability at extreme speed are enhanced by new stabilizers and springs, as well as modified damper which is controlled electronically.

Of course, this high powered machine comes with an equally top grade security system including a reliable and larger dual circuit brake system equipped with an anti-blocking system, having an electronic brake control as well as traction control.

The list of the enhanced features of this exhilarating machine could go on forever. However, Lamborghini Murcielagos can only belong to a privileged few. Just like any other Lamborghini’s, production of these super cars are limited, thus, making it more appealing for those who can afford. But driving one is not limited to those who can afford to purchase one. There are several car rentals in Las Vegas , New York , Milan , Monaco , Australia , and in some selected Asian countries.

Tag Heuer has teamed up with Automobili Lamborghini to create a new luxury limited edition Tag Heuer Phone, known as the MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini. In a tribute to the year Lamborghini was launched, only 1963 phones will be available for sale. Inspired by the mythic Lamborghini Murcielago, TAG Heuer, the world leader in luxury sports watches and chronographs has teamed up with the famous Italian super sports car manufacturer to create the limited-edition MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini phone. In tribute to the year Automobili Lamborghini was founded, 1963 pieces of this finely-tuned device will be sold worldwide. The phone is crafted from titanium and crystals with a top coat of stainless steel. The keyboard features the bull logo for Lamborghini while the back of the device is engraved with the phone’s limited edition number. Features include 28 hours of standby time, 7 hours talk time, 2 megapixel camera sensor, music playback, 2GB, USB compatible, 2 LCD screens, web browser and built in modem. “TAG Heuer has revolutionized first timekeeping and now luxury mobile phone industry by finding technological inspiration in professional motor sports and Grand Tourism cars,” said Steve Amstutz, General Manager for TAG Heuer Communication Instruments. Housed in black titanium carbide coated 316L stainless steel, the design of the Tag Heuer Meridiist Automobili Lamborghini phone references the super sports car down to its famed signature on the battery cover – the same as on the Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640’s V12 engine block. The back of the device is engraved with its limited edition number while the keyboard is customized with Automobili Lamborghini’s trademark Taurus bull on the steel central button. The MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini phone is luxuriously crafted and detailed, marrying the most prestigious materials and advanced components in the watchmaking and automotive worlds. The display is made from 60.5 carats of scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. Its battery life is unrivalled and offers a seven hours talk time or 28 days standby power. “The MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini phone epitomizes TAG Heuer consistency in inspiring and framing its diversification, combining technology and design, and partnering with the best sports car brands. We are very proud of this new partnership with such a great brand as Lamborghini” added Jean-Christophe Babin, President & CEO of the TAG Heuer Group, unlike vertu. The excellence of the finished product is guaranteed through the involvement of the TAG Heuer communication instrument’s licensee ModeLabs Group who provided its expertise and know how in the development and the manufacturing of exclusive tailor made handsets. The TAG Heuer MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini phone will be available in November at selected TAG Heuer and Lamborgini retailers. About TAG Heuer TAG Heuer, the global leader in prestigious sports watches and chronographs since 1860, is currently the flagship brand of timepieces of the LVMH group. TAG Heuer is the first watchmaker ever to master luxury chronographs with an unsurpassed precision of 1/10th, 1/100th and 1/1,000th of a second. http://www.luxcellphone.com candy-plm.ltd Article sources: http://www.luxcellphone.com/blog/?p=419

Driving an automobile is a luxury that most of us take for granted. Automobiles are the primary means of transportation in United States, with ninety percent of American adults owning or previously owning a car or truck. What we don’t realize is that operating a car or truck is a responsibility that can bring serious consequences. Every year in the United States alone, more than ten thousand vehicular accidents occur. An average of four hundred Americans die each year as the result of automotive accidents. It’s a tragic figure, especially when you consider that many of these accidents could be prevented with proper maintenance and routine check-ups. Keeping your car well-maintained means reducing the risk of mishap or even death, and protecting your loved ones and fellow drivers.

Before hitting the road, be sure to conduct these checkups regularly:

Tires
Most Americans use all-season tires. These tires should carry you safely from season to season, but it is imperative that you check the tires regularly for wear or damage. Ideally, tires should be checked on a weekly basis.

Brakes
The brake system serves one main purposes: to slow down or stop the car when it is needed. If you step on the brake pedal and it goes all the way to the floor, you’ve got trouble. Late-model automobiles are equipped with a brake warning light. This dashboard indicator will light up if something is wrong with your brake system. If your brake warning light indicates trouble, it is imperative that you check the brake system immediately. Consult your owner’s manual for maintenance advice, and call an experienced mechanic for repairs. Brake repairs or replacements are no job for a weekend or hobby mechanic.

Headlights
In 2005, over 2,300 pedestrians died because drivers suffered eye problems or had faulty headlights in the automobiles. Properly maintained vehicle headlights help you drive safely, and see more clearly. Replace your headlight bulbs at least once per year.

Wipers
Many people don’t think of changing their wiper blades until it is too late. This is one of the easiest and most inexpensive parts of the car to maintain. Change your wiper blades twice a year, in the spring and just before winter.

There are 10 common reasons why automobile owners visit the mechanic:

1. Electronic/Ignition control
2. Suspension/steering
3. Electrical problem
4. Brake system
5. Oil change/filters/lube
6. Exhaust system
7. Radiator repairs
8. Fuel system/carburetor
9. Clutch/transmission
10. Air conditioning system

Routine check ups and proper maintenance of a car be expensive, and budget restrictions are often the leading factors in keeping car owners from living up to their responsibilities. This does not need to be a problem. The key is in knowing how to save on car maintenance and repairs. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) confirmed that $20 billion has been wasted on unnecessary auto repairs due to fraud and incompetence.

If your car is not performing to its full potential, remember the following tips to help you save money on repairs:

Preventive Maintenance
Be your car’s best friend, and you can save a bundle. By conducting regular preventative maintenance, such as regular oil changes and radiator flushes, you prevent unnecessary damage to the car and save a lot of money in the long run. Regular checkups by a qualified repairperson will keep your car running better, longer.

Conserve
Even automobiles need to take a break now and then. If you drive your car everyday the miles will add up quickly, and damage can occur prematurely. To avoid this, consider carpooling with friends and coworkers. Ask around to form your own carpool group. You’ll all save on maintenance, and you’ll be able to pool your fuel and parking expenses.

Estimate
Before choosing a mechanic to repair your car, be sure to get a written estimate. If the mechanic wants more than your budget can afford, shop around. Compare estimates to find the best deal. Just be sure that you are paying for quality service.

Do It Yourself
You’ll be surprised at how much you can accomplish after doing a little research. Read over your owner’s manual from time to time. Learn as much as you can about your car. Understand potential problems and how to solve them. For example, that mysterious clunking noise might be bothersome, but could be as simple to fix as tightening a bolt. Regular maintenance tasks like oil changes and radiator flushes are fairly easy to do if you understand your vehicle and take the time to do the job properly.

As an automobile owner, you have a responsibility to keep your car properly maintained at all times. Consider it an investment in your car’s future, and remember that it could save a life.

BMW AG has officially announced that the next generation BMW X3 SUV will be manufactured at its plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This will be built when its present contract of agreement is already used up in 2010 to 2011.

The move, though not entirely unexpected, is a surprising a blow for Magna International which currently assembles the X3 for BMW at its Magna Steyr factory in Graz, Austria.

First introduced in January 2004, the next generation BMW X3 will be released soon with added innovative features. In connection with this, Magna acquired its adjoining neighbor, Chrysler’s Euro star plant. The said plant was building minivans and PT Cruisers. Minivan production will be moved to Magna’s original plant once Magna owned the whole complex. At the plant in Toluca, Mexico, PT Cruisers were merged. And the space vacated by Euro star was prepared to set up Magna as the only source for the new BMW.

The X3 had an estimated 45 percent of Graz’s total automobile output in 2006. But the speculations began after BMW executives started suggesting that the next generation X3 could share underpinnings with the Z4 and both could end up having the new 3-series architecture and design.

To expand plant capacity in Spartanburg, BMW is spending $3 billion. The new plant capacity is expected to convert 140,000 units to 200,000 annually. It already fixed operations, substituting two separate assembly lines with a single flexible one that builds the Z4 and the midsize X5 SUV. Also to be sourced out next year from South Carolina is the new coupe-shaped X6 (based on the X5). BMW pointed several reasons for manufacturing more of the BMW lineup in the U.S, and one of the main reasons is the continued strength of the euro versus the dollar.

Magna, on the other hand, a manufacturer that is more focused in producing niche-vehicle, said that it is appealing to customers to fill the excess capacity that seems dismal in a couple of years. The said appeal or talking includes conference with BMW. This discussion will comprise an analytic study on whether to source a different automobile from Graz or not. At the Shanghai Auto show last month, the German auto maker was said to be mulling over something along the lines of the Concept CS and based on the 7-series. The smaller luxury sports tourer that is based on the 5-series could be considered.

Magna, a Canadian auto parts maker, also learned that it lost out on its bid to acquire Chrysler Group. Expected to close sometime in July to September this year, Cerberus Capital Management is acquiring an 80.1 percent stake in the automaker in a deal.

About BMW X3

A compact luxury crossover SUV, the BMW X3 is produced by the German auto maker BMW. The company, though, is advertising the vehicle as an SAV or Sport Activity Vehicle. The X3 is based on the auto mobile platform of BMW 3-Series. The X3 3.0i won the 2005 Canadian Car of the Year Best New Sport Utility Vehicle.

While the BMW X5 was being produced and doing a great job in the automobile market, the Bavarian car maker decided during the early period of the year 2000 that it would compete with vehicles like the Free Lander and other small luxury SUVs (like what the X5 had previously done in its respective classes). As a result of this decision, the X3, which is also known as E83 when talking about the interior, was delivered in the auto mobile market.

Resembles like an “X activity”, BMW, for the first time at the 2003 Detroit Auto Show, revealed to the public what a smaller SAV that is based on a 3 Series platform would look like. Though is has no windows, the car concept showed no roof for most part so that natural air can be experienced while driving. It also featured a sleek futuristic interior. However, only the primary shape of the vehicle would exist as the BMW X3.

The vehicle is a front engine, four-wheel drive with 3.0L 260 hp I6 engine. It has 6-speed automatic and manual transitions and a top of the line BMW header. In the entry level class, the BMW X3 is similar to Audi Q5, Land Rover LR2, and Volvo XC60.