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The invention of car was made to provide easy mode of transportation to consumers, and at that time nobody had ever thought about the environmental effects of this invention such as, its fuel-effectiveness. Today it has become impossible to live with this ignorant notion. The reason is that today the world is entirely different than it was in the 18th century because at that time the environmental impact of cars was not considered.

The process of evolution of cars is very fascinating, and advancement in technology has brought great changes in auto industry. When the first car was invented, it was a steam based vehicle. The major developments in auto industry were made when the steam engine was replaced with electric motors. The cars which use the combination of different engines are known as hybrid cars and the first hybrid cars is the German Porsche. Porsche had an internal combustion engine for spinning a generator. As a result of internal combustion, the power was provided to the electric motors placed in the hubs of the wheel. It was designed to travel up to 40 miles with battery alone.

The basic concept of two kinds of engines for propulsion power was laid down by Porsche; these engines include gasoline/diesel and electric engines.

Cars based on gasoline, diesel or electric motors have one drawback or the other. The main concern about using gas or diesel engine is the environmental hazards it poses. Ironically, only fossil fuels give the maximum power per pound, but their reserves are slacking and prices are going up all the time. The electric cars though are environment friendly, with no hazardous pollution by-products, take a lot of time to recharge. Their performance end is also not very high.

What made hybrid cars such a success is the fact that it combines the strengths of both kinds of engines. It produces less pollution as compared to gasoline/diesel cars. It is more cost effective, and gives better performance than the electric cars. The components of a typical hybrid car are: ? Fuel tank for the gasoline engine; ? A small but efficient gasoline engine; ? An electric motor/generator; ? A set of batteries that act like a fuel tank of an electric engine; ? Transmission system, which turns the wheels.

? A fuel tank installed for placing the gasoline engine ? Small and efficient gasoline engine ? Transmission engine for turning the wheels ? Electric motor and generator ? Set of batteries which perform as a fuel tank of electric engine

Hybrid cars are of two types including, parallel and series. The difference between the two kinds of car is that the parallel hybrid car can use either an electric motor or gasoline engine for turning the transmission, however, in a series hybrid car, the transmissions to the wheels is generated by electric motors only. The gasoline engine also functions to charge the batteries of electric motor.

Hybrid cars feature efficient engines; small sized, regenerative breaking that makes the electric engine to act as generator; fuel-efficiency; advanced aerodynamics that lowers the drag co-efficient and light weight materials that reduces the weight of the car. The fuel efficiency of the car is brought by periodic engine shut-off. Today, hybrid cars are also entitled as green cars as they are environmental friendly. The advanced technology installed in these cars is incomparable. Therefore, hybrid cars are highly-designed and really competent.

Extremely wealthy people are fond of flaunting their money in style. What could portray style better than a luxury convertible car? Even though the type of convertible car model one wants is up to the individual, numerous survey tests have been carried out listing the best luxury convertible cars for the convenience of customers.

The top most luxury convertible car these days, as reported by one such survey based on popular choice, is the 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. This 2-door, 4-passenger convertible sports car is available in two trims.

There is a set standard of 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive. This 2009 model of Shelby is a transfer from the 2008 model.

The 2010 Ford Mustang is another luxury convertible car ranked second among popular choice. This is a 2-door, 4-passengers family car as well as a convertible sports car, and is available in eight trims, which range from V6 coupe to GT Premium Convertible. V6 is equipped with a standard 4.0 litre, upon introduction, and a 210 horsepower engine that can achieve 18 mpg on the city roads and 26mpg on the highway. Both of these trims offer a standard 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

Obtainable in six trims that range from the C300 sport sedan to the C63 AMG, the 2009 Mercedes Benz C-Class is an extravagant sports sedan, which consists of four doors, and is a five-seater. The C300 Sports Sedan has a customary 3.0 litre, V6 and a 228-horsepower engine that can accomplish 18 mpg on city roads and 26mpg on the highway. A criterion of 7 speed automatic transmission is placed with an over drive, and the 2009 C-Class is a by-product of the model in 2008.

Obtainable in two trims, LP560-4 Coupe and LP560-4 Spyder, which can be procured with a standard 5.2 litre, V10, 560 horsepower engine can achieve 12mpg on the city roads and 20mpg on the highway, the 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is a 2-door, 2-passenger luxury sports car. There is a set specification of six speed manual transmission with overdrive.

Number fifth in the top luxury convertible cars is 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. This 2-door convertible sports car has a four passengers capacity. It is available in two trims that include the Coupe and the Convertible. Both the trims are equipped with a standard 5.4 litre, V8, 540-horsepower engine that is supercharged, and can achieve 14 mpg on the city roads and 22mpg on the highway. A standard of six speed manual transmission with overdrive is set.

Included in the list of top luxury cars are 2010 Mercedes Benz E-Class, 2009 Acura MDX, 2010 Mercedes Benz C-Class, 2009 Dodge Challenger, and 2010 Ford Taurus. Depending on individual choice, all these luxury cars are quite expensive that provide a comfortable driving experience in the utmost style.