Ford President Mulally has recently announced that Jaguar

　　Great news for Jaguar fanatics: Ford President Mulally has recently announced that Jaguar is no longer for sale. Aston Martin however, will be under a new owner by the end of this year.

　　Mulally, who joined Ford last year after working for 37 years at plane-maker Boeing, told reporters, "Jaguar is not for sale at this time" ---this statement of the new boss doesn't necessarily mean that they are closing the possibility for future Jaguar sale. CEO Mulally just wants to give Jaguar a chance to fully re-establish itself and the new XF sports sedan is going to be used as the key model in revitalizing the range of Jaguars.

　　The XF sports sedan has made its worldwide debut at the 2007 Detroit Auto Show as a concept car but according to managing director Bibiana Boeiro the car would be produced by early 2008, as replacement for the S-Type. It will also be using the XF nameplate and will be equipped with only top-of-the-line Ford auto parts like Ford tie rod end.

　　The C-XF is a design venture between Jaguar design director Ian Callum and advanced design studio boss Julian Thompson. The C-XF was the sort of car Jaguar that Ford should have been making for some time. This car represents a break from the overt retro styling of the XJ, S-Type and X-Type models, using clever design cues to create a new look for the struggling Jaguar brand. Electronic Turbo Actuator Repair Kits According to Callum the design philosophy behind the XF is: "Sports sedans were Jaguar's mantle with cars such as the Mk2 and Series 1 XJ of the 1960s and we're having it back! But we're not harking back to another era for the sake of it. Instead we need to recognize design elements and move forward in a modern and contemporary way."

　　He further stated that the car's core design values were "purity, visual dynamism and beauty" and the low roof and wedge-shaped lower body of the XF gives the impression of visual latent power. The interior features a very different take on Jaguar's traditional wood and leather finish. The XF still makes use of the wood and leather finish but the wood has been scorched black while the leather has been treated to look more like carbon fiber. It's definitely far from the burr walnut and cream Connolly hides.

　　The XF is just one of the series of new cars under development that will replace all three Jaguar salons by the end of the decade. By the year 2009 a new breed of XJ Jaguars will be produced and said to be more radical than the XF. The rumored Land Rover Freelanderbased crossover vehicle that will replace the X-Type is also coming as confirmed by Jaguar executives during the Detroit Auto Show.

The Jeep brand has always been known for producing some of the best

　　The Jeep brand has always been known for producing some of the best off-road vehicles ever as much as a Volvo rotor is known for their braking efficiency. They have time and time again raised the bar on what an off road vehicle should be. And with the 2007 Jeep Patriot, they have proven once again that they are one, if not the best, producers of compact sport utility vehicles.

　　The Jeep Patriot is dubbed as the most capable vehicle in its class, thanks to its three drivetrain configurations which allows consumers to choose which drive configuration suits them best. The Jeep Patriot can be a front-wheel drive vehicle or an all-wheel drive one. Both configurations have the reputation of the Jeep trademark of being power efficient.

　　Aside from the drivetrain configurations that allow the Patriot to take on some of the harshest off-road conditions, one thing that stands out is its cutting edge sound system. The Jeep Patriot has an astounding array of sound system technologies that any music lover will surely love. The off-road vehicle is equipped with a Boston Acoustics sound system that can pump out 458 watts for the user's listening pleasure. A liftgate speaker allows for great outdoor aural experience. This cutting edge technology puts the Patriot at the top of its class when it comes to entertainment features.

　　Aside from the liftgate speakers, the sound system is a collection of four 6x9-inch full-range speakers on all the doors. Two 2.5-inch tweeters are also integrated into the instrument panel. Two 3.5-inch mid-range tweeters are also integrated into the swing-down liftgate panel. All of these are complemented by an eight-channel amplifier and a two-channel amplifier for the subwoofer. The sound system gives users the best sound definition that can be found in any mass produced vehicle sound system. The system is distinguished by a clear octave-to-octave tonal balance, natural frequency response, and crystal clear presentation. The Boston Acoustics sound system also features a flat frequency response in addition to all the features mentioned.

　　Now, aside from the speaker system that is compatible with MP3 players, the vehicle is also equipped with a satellite radio which gives user the best selection of music without commercials. This can also be enjoyed through the advanced sound system. More than 130 channels are available for Jeep Patriot owners and passengers to choose from. Aside from commercial-free music, they can also enjoy listening to play-by-play sports, news, comedy and a variety of programming for kids, women or for the whole family. Regional traffic and weather reports are also made available to drivers through the Sirius satellite radio. The factory installed satellite radio includes a one-year subscription.

　　Turbo Electronic Actuator Gearbox Another great feature that the Patriot is equipped with is a hands-free communication system. The UConnect system allows Patriot drivers to talk hands-free while driving eliminating the hazard of driving only with one hand. The phone can be used with the onboard speaker while the controls and the microphone are integrated into the rearview mirror which adds to the convenience of the hands-free system. The UConnect system is loaded with features which make it more convenient. Voice dialing allows the drivers to call a person without having to press buttons. The system also allows Patriot owners to store up to 128 phone numbers in its Audio Address Book.

　　An Audio-system Mute feature is also thrown into the mix. This feature automatically mutes the radio when a call is in progress, and for private conversation, the vehicle's speakers can also be muted. Transferring calls is also permitted by the system as well as allowing as many as seven phones to be used within the Patriot system.