In one of the tempting deals seen yet to entice car purchase, Volvo Cars of North America announces a special treat that should really spur some sales. The new Volvo Overseas Delivery Program offers a very tempting offer where you can get the chance to win 2 free tickets to West Sweden and make use of your purchased Volvo vehicle with no extra charge.

The promo starts from July 20 to September 1. Visitors simply have to register at the site and create an ideal Swedish travel itinerary with the online trip planner. The submitted itinerary will be entered for a chance to win which covers one week of hotel stays, flights for two and use of a Volvo car for an unforgettable experience.

Volvo will provide two complimentary airline tickets to Gothenburg, Sweden, where the customer will pick up their new car directly from the Volvo factory. Then, they can head out on a European road trip and simply drop off the car and Volvo will ship it to the United States for free.

Now with that deal, what more can you ask for? No more worries on car rentals or modes of transportation. Better yet, you are using your own car which also comes with insurance good for 15 days.

(Source) Press

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Sure it doesn’t have 600HP or go 200MPH, but it will keep your pizza craving to a minimum while on long car rides — Pictured above is the Porta-Pizza oven, a 12V pizza oven that allows you to cook pizza while you drive.

Pirced at just $36 the Porta-Pizza oven is definitely a welcome addition to any road-trippers arsenal but exactly where are you supposed to put it? Does the bottom get too hot to put it on a seat?

Safety hazard? Probably, but who cares? You can cook pizza while your driving!

Read (Jalopnik)

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Hyundai offers two great promotions with its “GasLock” and “Re-Discover America” events. The “GasLock” promo is actually a special package where new customers get a $1.49/Gallon gas for 12 months from starting from the date of purchase on select Hyundai models.

Hyundai’s summer sales event includes a sweepstakes launching on July 22nd which includes a grand prize of $1492 and twenty instant $149 cash prizes.

Additionally, people will be invited to make use of Hyundai’s Photo Mapping Facebook app and Re-Discover America Postcard Generator which will certainly be timely and handy for people this summer since many are expected to go on traveling expeditions.

With the Photo Mapping app, users will be able to upload road trip pictures. Should they be among the first to upload their pictures, a flag on the map with their chosen screen name and photo will appear. The Postcard Generator on the other hand, allows users to overlay a photo of their face onto several existing mock-postcards and place a custom message or greeting to share with their friends and family.

You can get more details on the mechanics of this contest here or follow them on twitter.

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Thule has been known to distribute quality transportation accessories. But outside that of providing vehicle accessories, they are also acknowledging the proper vehicles that need due recognition. And this year they have done just that for the above and below $30,000, singling out the best vehicle that is recommended for motorists and families today.

For the under $30,000, it was the Volkswagen Jetta SportsWagen TDI which was the best in this category. It is reasonably priced and proves to be the fuel-efficient vehicle that families are recommended to get. This and all the accessories and design, the Jetta SportsWagen TDI is the best deal for families who want an economical but satisfactory deal for their buck.

The Ford Flex Limited AWD on the other hand came out as the best vehicle to get over $30,000.00. The vehicle balances fun, style and utility, making it the ideal vehicle for larger vehicles that provide utmost comfort. Available options such as ambient lighting, rear refrigerator/freezer, seating for seven and a panoramic sunroof make this vehicle a pleasure to drive on long trips.

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Through the weeks we have seen quite a number of enhancements to a Bugatti Veryon so it was barely surprising to find that one would come out covered in gold! We have seen a lot of cars such as the Mercedes Benz enshrined in gold come out and apparently the Bugatti Veyron now has its own version. It was spotted at the Gumball Rally 2009.

The 11th Annual Gumball 3000 Rally (May 1-8, 2009) features a coast to coast road trip of 3000 miles, from Los Angeles to Miami. This Veyron has been wrapped by British decal specialists Raccoon. Roll over to see more shots of the golden beauty.

(Source) Bornrich

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