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- "pancake" Made Cooper A Real Shocker By : Correy Putton
PML Flightlink, the small British electrical-engineering company, made the Mini Cooper a real shocker. The magic recipe is called the "pancake." No, not the tempting thing you crave for because of its succulent maple syrup and butter icing on top. "Pancake" is composed of brushless electric motors that produce a shocking 640 units of horsepower. - 'brand Watch' Finds Best Exteriors For New Truck And Suv Shoppers By : Benjsmin Hudson
When buying something, most people intently look at the outer surface of a thing because it oftentimes says the quality and performance. - 'results Give Us A Lot Of Confidence' - Mulally By : Glady Reign
So far, so good. That was the message that the Ford Motor Co. is trying to convey in connection with its first quarter earnings. Ford CEO Alan Mulally said, “'We exceeded our expectations across the board.”
Those expecting more bad news were astonished by Ford’s better-than-expected sales results with a net loss of $282 million that surpassed Wall Street's expectations and triggered a diffident rally in the automaker’s stock. This is the Ford’s way of saying that it is back to profitability. But the battle has just begun. - 'we're At A Crossroads' – Bill Ford By : Lauren Woods
William Clay "Bill" Ford Jr., the Ford Motor Co.’s chairman of the board of directors, averted chides from two vocal shareholders at Ford Motor Co.'s annual meeting, pledging that "The ongoing success of Ford Motor Co. is my life's work." - 1-800-got-junk? And Isuzu Truck Partners To Test Biodiesel Fuel By : Lauren Woods
The largest junk removal company in Vancouver, British Columbia, 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, partnered with Japanese commercial vehicle and heavy truck manufacturer Isuzu to test vehicles on the use of biodiesel. The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America recently announced that 1-800-GOT-JUNK? will be the first fleet in the country to test biodiesel in its fleet. - 11,000 Pirates Go Overboard To Find Volvo’s Sunken Treasure By : Glady Reign
Just two weeks remain for pirates and treasure hunters to find Volvo’s sunken treasure lying at the oceans’ bosom. The Volvo Car Corporation’s The Hunt is giving away a treasure chest full of gold doubloons and a key to a brand new Volvo XC90.
The new-generation global treasure hunting made famous by the Swedish automaker has lured more than 11,000 pirates and treasure hunters. Over the past two weeks, ‘pirates' in Volvo's online search have 'visited' Cuba, the Cape of Good Hope, Ceylon, Singapore and nine other global hot spots. Individuals nationwide have less than two weeks to join The Hunt. The latter is part of the automaker’s promotional tie-in with Disney's upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. The movie opens in U.S. theaters May 25. - 2,800 Jobs To Be Slashed As Auto Parts Maker Close Factories By : Anthony Fontanelle
The auto industry has witnessed the problems faced by the U.S.’ Big Three and how such a situation has forced these companies to slash down jobs. The Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and the Chrysler Group have been implementing restructuring plans in a bid to upset the loss they have incurred the past couple of years or so. These companies’ restructuring plans includes workforce reduction and the closing down of assembly plants as well as reducing working hours on some facilities. This occurrence has been a big blow to the state of Michigan where the three biggest American car manufacturers reside. More recently, a new blow to the state comes when auto parts maker ArvinMeritor Inc. announced that they have incurred substantial losses in the past fiscal year and therefore will be closing down 13 plants which will result to cutting down 2,800 jobs.
The company reported that the 13 plants that they are forced to shut down are located in North America and Europe. In Europe, the company will be closing down four plants while the remaining nine facilities that will be closed are located in North America. The company reported that this restructuring plan in the face of financial difficulties will be using up an estimated $325 million. So far, ArvinMeritor has only named one plant that it will close down in the near future. The company based in Troy, Michigan announced that their assembly plant located in Frankfurt, Germany will be closed down. Currently, the company has about 27,500 employees working on their more than 110 production facilities all over the world. - 20 Years Of Modern Concept Vehicles For Chrysler By : Lauren Woods
Designing production vehicles is always a vital part of the operations of a car manufacturer. These designs are more often than not unveiled to the public in the form of concept vehicles. While most concept cars never made it to production, the impact that they have on the auto industry can be felt and seen. - 2006 Buick Lucerne: Return Of The V8 By : Matthew C. Keegan
The venerable Buick Park Avenue is no more, having been replaced by the all new Buick Lucerne, a down market version of the Cadillac DTS. With a 275-hp Northstar V8 engine, the Lucerne becomes the first Buick car in nearly ten years to arrive equipped with a V8. The entire Buick line up is in the process of being overhauled, so let’s take a look at this make’s newest flagship and see how it plays a part in GM’s overall strategy.
If you are a fan of the Buick brand you have witnessed your fair share of changes over the past five years. Gone are the Park Avenue, LeSabre, Century, and Regal, and in its place are the Rendezvous, the Rainier, LaCrosse, Terrazza, and the Lucerne. All the changes are the result of General Motors’ broad realignment strategy in the wake of retiring the Oldsmobile brand, lifting Saturn into the fold, and setting strategy to compete against the nonstop onslaught of foreign brands including Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, and Infiniti. - 2006 Chevrolet Aveo: America’s Price Leader By : Matthew C. Keegan
The only thing American about the compact Aveo automobile is it’s Chevrolet name. Built in Korea [or in China] by GM Daewoo, the Aveo is America’s price champion coming in at just under ten thousand dollars. That’s right; you can still purchase a new car in the USA for under ten thousand dollars excluding taxes, dealer prep, and destination charges. Let’s take a closer look at Chevy’s bargain basement people hauler.
Available as either a four door sedan or as a five door hatchback, the Chevrolet Aveo fills an important niche in the Chevy line up as an entry level econocar. Priced nearly five thousand dollars less than Chevy’s next most expensive model, the Cobalt, the Aveo allows for Chevrolet to contend for a piece of the youth market. The Aveo is expressly targeted to compete against similar models from Scion, Kia, Hyundai, and Toyota. - 2006 Chevy Impala Ss: More Vroom! By : Matthew C. Keegan
Chevy’s flagship car, the Impala, finally has the power to match its heralded name. Ever since the car was redesigned in the late 1990s, the Impala has been more of a pretender than a performer. Now with an optional small block 5.3L V8 added to the mix, the 2006 Chevrolet Impala can go toe to toe with the Chrysler 300 and the Dodge Charger. The changes for the Impala are not all under the hood, Chevy took the time to redo the entire car and they did it with care. Let’s look at some of the changes for 2006.
More Power – A V6 is a great engine, especially in these times of high gas prices. Still, if you opt for a car of the Impala’s size, at least having the option of purchasing a V8 makes sense, doesn’t it? You better believe it. GM has sweetened the deal by plunking in a V8 that incorporates Corvette technology as the engine heads with “their pent–roof combustion chambers and flat–top pistons deliver high horsepower”, this according to Chevrolet’s promotional material. In addition, GM’s “displacement on demand” technology allows the V8 to squeeze out a miserly 28 mpg on the highway [18 mpg city] with computer equipment that shuts down unneeded cylinders at the appropriate time. Cadillac tried this in the early 1980s with its V8-6-4 engine that failed to live up to the job as computing technology then wasn’t what it is today. Fortunately, current GM technology makes this a reality for current models. - 2006 Daewoo Lanos: Totally Pleasurable By : Jenny McLane
The 2006 Daewoo Lanos is a car filled with fun for it is great to drive and is very reliable as well. It comes either two doors or four doors. The fun fact behind its name is that “Lanos” literally means “pleasure”.
This vehicle has been greatly compared to the Toyota Corolla for most people would mistake the Daewoo Lanos with the Toyota Corolla. However, if one would look more closely, the difference would be that the Daewoo Lanos has a vertical chrome Infinity-like grille. That is the main difference actually. The 2006 Daewoo Lanos holds a 1.6 liter engine with four cylinders that has the capability to produce some 105 units of horsepower. However, this engine is much noisier than other vehicles who own engines with four cylinders. - 2006 Ford Focus: Never Better! By : Matthew C. Keegan
Back in 2000, the year that the Ford Focus was introduced, Ford Motor Company was hoping that the model would be well received and exceed the sales totals of its previous small car, the Escort. Unfortunately, the new Focus was plagued by various minor quality problems and the car soon became the joke of the industry. Step forward to 2006, and the current Focus is vastly improved on earlier models. Let’s explore what is helping the Focus become a proven challenger in the crowded small vehicle sector:
1. Aggressive Price. Yes, the number of cars available under US$15,000 continues to drop each year. However, the Focus takes it one step further as it retails just below $14,000. Comparably equipped Chevys, Kias and Hyundais sell for nearly the same amount, so the consumer has a good choice when buying the Ford Focus. - 2006 Ford Mustang: Retro Cruiser By : Matthew C. Keegan
When Ford decided to redesign the Mustang, they opted to incorporate a retro look, much like what was done previously with the Thunderbird. Fortunately, Ford didn’t look at the ghastly Mustang II series from the 1970s for a template, instead the US automaker drew upon the second generation Mustangs of the late 1960s for their inspiration. Let’s just say that the redesigned Mustang has been nothing short of a sell out hit.
Introduced as a 2005 model, the retro Mustang for 2006 offers only one change: the introduction of a Pony package which is meant to give the car a GT look and feel. Borrowing from the fastback design of the late 1960s, the 2005 model was such a hit that Ford could not keep up with production. - 2006 Ford Taurus: Swan Song By : Matthew C. Keegan
The 2006 model year will end the heralded Taurus name and for this writer it is a bittersweet time as Ford retires what once the best selling car in all of America.
When Ford introduced the Taurus along with its cousin the Mercury Sable in the mid 1980s the car represented a radical departure from the standard American car of the day. Fairly large, front wheel drive, and very aerodynamic, the Taurus quickly rose to the pinnacle of the American car sales charts and was the best selling car for several years in a row. A much delayed “reskinning” did not occur until 1996, some ten years after the Taurus and Sable were first released. The new style, perceived by some to be ugly, quickly cost Ford sales as newer and more modern Toyota Camrys and Honda Accords out gained the line. Slight changes in style incorporated with the 2000 model year took some of the edge off, but by then the Taurus was considered to be too old and outmatched by the competition. - 2006 Is The Last Year For The Isuzu Ascender By : Jenny McLane
The Isuzu Ascender is a vehicle that has been produced and manufactured by General Motors. Production for this vehicle started back in the year 2003. However, sad news for those who would like to purchase or own one of these Isuzu Ascenders is that this year, 2006, would be the last year of its production. Come next year, 2007, there will be no more Isuzu Ascenders to be produced. - 2006 Jaguar X Type: Luxury For The Commoner By : Matthew C. Keegan
Prices for top selling luxury cars can easily top $50,000 when taxes, destination charges, and dealer prep fees are factored in. Generally, this isn’t a problem as the customer who purchases a vehicle of this renown can afford the big price tag. However, automakers have learned that there is a market for “entry level” luxury cars for up and coming buyers who want the name without paying the steep price. The dilemma for automakers is not to water down the product line, rather to offer a car that upholds the marquee without diluting its value. One such car that has successfully filled that criterion is the Jaguar X Type, the focus of this review.
Admittedly, I am biased toward purchasing American cars even through the ups and downs of the U.S. car industry. Still, I am fascinated by changes that occur in vehicles throughout the world as I know that at some point those changes will be incorporated into cars traversing North American highways. One such feature that I have seen grow more commonplace is the use of all wheel drive to power automobiles. Subaru, for years, has offered all wheel drive across their model line, but few cars – foreign or domestic – have incorporated what has chiefly been the realm of sport utility vehicles. - 2006 Kia Rio: Use And Toss? By : Matthew C. Keegan
Kia vehicles have managed to make significant strides in quality and durability since being introduced to the US market in 1994. Widely panned by critics as producing cheaply built and cheaply priced models, some Kia models are now performing at average or slightly above. The Kia Rio is not one of these cars, however. Only the extended warranty makes the Rio worth a look otherwise slightly more expensive cars from Toyota are preferable.
With a base MSRP of just $10,735, the Kia Rio is touted as “still the most affordable 4-door sedan in America.” Certainly, when it comes to price, the Rio is a winner. Add in standard features such as dual remote mirrors, driver lumbar support seats, and the extended warranty, and the car is a value leader. Of course, air conditioning will cost you extra and don’t expect to find any type of radio in the car either unless you pay extra for it. Remember, the emphasis is on value, not equipment. - 2006 Passat Debuts As Newest Family Car By : Sean Lee
Today, as gas prices are surpassing $3 per gallon, SUVs and minivans are not as practical to own.
So what's a family to do? - 2006 Toyota Matrix: Value Meets Fun By : Matthew C. Keegan
During the early part of this decade Toyota was examining its vehicle line up and the decision was made to build a car to entice young people who were looking for something that was small, fun to drive, and affordable. While the Corolla served faithfully in this capacity, Toyota needed something that spoke excitement. The Corolla just wasn’t that kind of a car and something radically different was needed. Enter the Matrix. Based on the Corolla platform, the Matrix does what no Corolla can do: turn heads. Let’s take a look at this sporty compact and see how the 2006 model stacks up.
In 2003, the Matrix was introduced to the North American market. Built in California as a joint venture with General Motors – the Pontiac Vibe is its twin – the Matrix is aimed toward budget conscious young people who want a car that makes a statement. To save money, the Corolla frame was used, but the Matrix stands some 3 inches taller and is 8 inches shorter than its Toyota sibling. The roof line on the Matrix is completely different too as it slopes from front to back and ends in a wedge, giving the car somewhat of a wagon look to it. This rakish appearance is what gives the Matrix its unique look as well as an extra bit of room for people and their stuff. Indeed, both driver and front passenger sit higher up, much like in a small SUV or as in a car like Chrysler’s PT Cruiser. With four doors and a rear lift gate, the Matrix acts more like a wagon, but its sleek exterior easily refutes that fact. - 2007 24 Hours Of Le Mans Approaches By : Lauren Woods
The most famous endurance race is just around the corner and teams are busy preparing for the 75th Grand Prix of Endurance - the 2007 24 Hours of Le Mans. Twelve teams have been announced that will compete at this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans. The number of drivers participating this year numbers 35 and they all share the same thoughts as former Formula One driver Mika Salo. Salo said: “There is no point in going there and being happy with second place.” - 2007 Bmw M5 Boasts Of 500 Hp By : Lauren Woods
The world of performance automobiles has always been the hub of fast changes. Through the years, car manufacturers have been outdoing themselves and the competition in designing and developing high performance cars. The Germans are known for their fast cars created straight right from their well renowned car manufacturers such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi. - 2007 Cleveland Auto Show To Open On February 24 By : Lauren Woods
For car enthusiasts, motor shows are a great hang out to see the latest and the coolest in automotive technology. Those who are looking for the perfect car to buy believe that motor shows are the perfect place to go look for ideas. It is more convenient than going to one dealership after another dealership just to look for the kind of car that will suit their needs as convenient as fitting a BMW cold air intake system on your BMW to boost performance. - 2007 Dodge Charger Daytona R/t By : Evander Klum
It was until the year 1966 when Dodge reputation in America was considered nothing special and was treated more of like an ordinary brand offering typically plain cars---in short boring. Everything changes for the brand when it introduced the Charger. The Dodge Charger has signaled a new era for the brand. - 2007 Dodge Charger Daytona R/t By : Evander Klum
It was until the year 1966 when Dodge reputation in America was considered nothing special and was treated more of like an ordinary brand offering typically plain cars---in short boring. Everything changes for the brand when it introduced the Charger. The Dodge Charger has signaled a new era for the brand. - 2007 Fia World Rally Championship By : Benjsmin Hudson
Finally the list is out; the organizers of the Acropolis Rally have confirmed that the 72 crews will start their event next month which will run from June 1 to 3. A draft entry list was released last Wednesday. - 2007 First Quarter Won By Toyota By : Jenny McLane
After leading the field for the past 76 years, General Motors found themselves trailing after the surging Toyota Motor Corporation 2.35 to 2.26 in the first quarter of the 2007 season.
While that may read as some kind of a box score for a game, in reality, the given numbers actually are the sales figures in the global auto market by the two largest car manufacturers in the world. It can be remembered that General Motors announced that they have sold 2.26 million vehicles all over the world for the first three months of the year. Meanwhile, Toyota recently announced that they have sold 2.35 million vehicles for the same period globally. - 2007 Jeep Patriot Loaded With Radical Sound System Technologies By : Glady Reign
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. - 2007 New Car Extravaganza! By : Matthew C. Keegan
Months ago, in a related article, I covered five new or revised car models set to be launched on the North American market. The Jaguar XK, Saturn Sky, Toyota FJ Cruiser, Land Rover Freelander, and Dodge Nitro are already in showrooms or soon to make their appearance there. Beyond these five there are quite a number of other models also being planned and some have already been released. Let’s take a look at five more models catching the attention of auto enthusiasts everywhere.
Nissan Versa – Yes, Nissan has its own Scion fighter planned and just in time too as two other cars, the Honda Fit and Toyota Yaris, will also be making their debut in the fast crowding Generation “Y” category. The Versa looks more like a Toyota Matrix as opposed to the bread box looking Scion xB. Available as a four door sedan or five door hatchback, the car will come equipped not stripped and include an AM/FM/CD sound system, air conditioning, 6 speed manny tranny, and power mirrors as standard equipment. Best of all, the roomy Versa will be priced at about $12,000, right in Scion territory. - 2007 Nissan Bevel Concept Debuts At The 2007 Naias By : Joe Thompson
Nissan has unveiled their Bevel Concept at the recent 2007 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Bevel Concept is not conventional vehicle and you can easily tell by its door and window layout. It is a four-door vehicle which includes an extra long door located on the driver’s side, a rear hatch, and an expansive twin doors on the passenger side, and rear suicide style opening. - 2007 Nissan Sentra: Big Surprises Inside! By : Matthew C. Keegan
Once again, Nissan is putting into practice with its all new Sentra model something that has succeeded for them in the past: push the model up market. As it first did with the Maxima and later with the Altima, Nissan has now promoted the Sentra to make room for the pending introduction of the subcompact Versa. With the all new model, Sentra fans will find a better equipped, more polished model then any other car that has ever worn the Sentra nameplate. Intrigued? You should be: the car simply goes where no Sentra has gone before: up market.
Over the years, plenty of automakers have taken a popular selling model and elevated it one notch. Why? For a few reasons: to capitalize on demand for the model – a more luxurious version typically carries more profits with it then the base model. Instead of losing customers to another model [or worse, another make] when they are ready to trade up, why not move up the model instead? Another reason: the introduction of a newer, but smaller model in the line up. For Nissan, the latter reason holds especially true as the subcompact Versa, a car built to compete against the likes of Scion enters the Nissan line up at about the same time. - 2007 Saturn Aura: The Wait Is Over! By : Matthew C. Keegan
When Saturn exited the midsize car market a few years ago they left with a promise: we’ll be back. After several years of lackluster sales, GM’s Saturn division dropped the unpopular L Series in 2004 with no immediate replacement waiting. Thanks in part to the company’s German division, Opel, Saturn has a new car to capture the imagination of sedan enthusiasts everywhere. The AURA, a five passenger Euro style sedan, is now on display at your local Saturn dealership. Please read on to see what the AURA has in store for buyers just like you.
The L Series wasn’t a bad car, it just got lost in a sea of competition dominated by popular Camrys, versatile Accords, and dependable Taurus’s. Bland styling didn’t help matters either as the car never approached General Motors’ expectations, therefore the automaker decided to drop the model from Saturn’s then spartan line up. - 2007 Saturn Sky: The Wait Is Over By : Matthew C. Keegan
After months of nonstop hype, the 2007 Saturn SKY is now entering dealer showrooms. This two seat roadster marks an important turning point for the Saturn brand long identified with building nondescript, but dependable vehicles. With an MSRP of $23,690, the SKY is certain to sell for several thousand dollars over the dealer's sticker price as demand is expected to far exceed capacity. Let’s examine the Saturn brand and the car behind the hype to see if the SKY was worth the wait.
Since Saturn’s first cars became available in 1990, the brand has attracted a loyal following of owners who liked the company’s simplicity and consumer friendly dealer network. Indeed, Saturn’s “no haggle” pricing revolutionized the relationship between dealer and customer changing the typical adversarial business transaction into a partnership benefiting buyer and seller alike. - 2007 Toyota Camry: A Hybrid For A Leader By : Matthew C. Keegan
Toyota has a couple of big things in store for the Camry when the 2007 model year version of the car rolls out this coming summer: a complete redesign and the availability of a hybrid engine. Already the best selling car in America, the Camry is destined to be overhauled and re-engineered. Let’s take a look at some of the changes scheduled for Toyota’s venerable model.
New Styling Cues – Nobody has ever said that the Camry is a knock out when it comes to style. Despite its pedestrian look, the Camry has managed to capitalize on Toyota quality, price, and engineering to present a car that is clearly a best seller. Still, critics have routinely yawned at the Camry’s looks, but that will soon all change and dramtically at that. Borrowing some styling cues from Toyota’s Lexus line up of luxury cars, the 2007 Camry is expected to delight motorists and critics alike. Witness the recently made over Toyota Avalon: what was once a bland, full sized car has now been transformed into a sleek, luxurious sedan. - 2007 Volkswagen Polo: U.s. Debut Stalled? By : Matthew C. Keegan
Volkswagens’ plans to deliver a sub-Golf sized car to the U.S. market has stalled as the German automaker considers allowing rival DaimlerChrysler [DCX] to import the car instead and sell it under the Dodge label. VW dealers are naturally unhappy about the move, but much more is at stake than what is evident. Will the Polo still show up? If not, why not?
The world of automobile marketing has changed drastically in the last generation. Gone are brands that are purely set behind national borders and localized brands. Instead, vehicles are being sold that wear one label but are actually built by another manufacturer. Globalism is here and automakers have openly embraced these changes. - 2007 Volvo S80: First V8 Volvo Sedan By : Glady Reign
In 1998, Volvo added the S80 to their lineup as their entry to the midsize luxury car market. During that time, the S80 immediately became a standout in its class in terms of performance and design.
It then became one of the first Volvos to have departed from the traditional boxy design that Volvo vehicles are known for. The luxury car is also aimed to attract the attention of more car buyers. Its predecessor, the Volvo 960, throughout its lifespan, has only managed to become a best seller among Volvo enthusiasts. The Volvo S80 though has managed to increase the buyer base of Volvo by offering them something new and different from the Swedish brand. - 2008 Armada, Titan Pricing Announced By : gertrude
Nissan producer of quality Nissan truck parts has recently announced the pricing of its two new 2008 vehicles, the Nissan Titan full-size pickup and Nissan Armada full-size SUV---both has started sale last April 24, 2007 at Nissan dealers nationwide. - 2008 Cadillac Cts, Other Cadillac Vehicles Showcased In Geneva By : Lauren Woods
Cadillac, along with other auto manufacturers will be showing off their wares at the 2007 Salon International de l’Auto in Geneva, Switzerland. The star of the show for the car maker is the 2008 CTS sedan which will make its European debut at the said event. The luxury vehicle will be the centerpiece of Cadillac’s amazing display of vehicles. Production of the said model is scheduled to start this summer and the release of the CTS in the European market will follow soon after that. - 2008 Chery Qq: Sneak Peak! By : Matthew C. Keegan
China’s Chery Automotive Group is getting set to import as many as five vehicles into the US starting in the summer of 2007. These 2008 models are reportedly going to be cheaper than competing models in their respective classes, undercutting some models by as much as $10,000 per car. I have been doing a little investigating and have learned more about the Chery QQ, the three door compact that will retail for just $6995. Hold onto your hats as I read off the long list of standard features for its incredible, low price.
Just when you think you have seen everything, along comes the QQ. Reportedly, QQ stands for Quality and Quick as the car is made from remnants of destroyed Soviet tanks that battled with China during a protracted border skirmish in 1970. In addition, the car zips from 0 to 48 before the engine craps out. Oh, well zero to sixty would have been nice, but alas... - 2008 Dodge Avenger To Debut In Nascar By : Benjsmin Hudson
This year's season of the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series, specifically the first ever NASCAR Car of Tomorrow (COT) race will be the stage for the racing debut of Chrysler Group's all-new 2008 Dodge Avenger. After several test drives for the 2008 Dodge Avenger, the team is now heading in the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee to put the car on its first racing appearance next week, followed by 15 other racing events of the NASCAR Car of Tomorrow. - 2008 Dodge Magnum Continues Current Features, Adds Latest Tech By : Evander Klum
For 2008, Dodge made its Magnum with somewhat the same features as the current model but with added technologies and improved appearance. - 2008 Dodge Magnum Continues Current Features, Adds Latest Tech By : Evander Klum
For 2008, Dodge made its Magnum with somewhat the same features as the current model but with added technologies and improved appearance. - 2008 Honda Accord Detailed Review By : Al Zan
Honda lovers will wait for a month to get their first hand on the all-new 2008 Honda Accord model. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. has released the full details and specifications of the vehicle. - 2008 Mercedes B Class: American Introduction Delayed? By : Matthew C. Keegan
Mercedes has long looked at the entire U.S. auto market as fair game, meaning it is not just a place where it can sell luxury vehicles, but a place to market “low budget” vehicles too. Unknown to some American motorists, the Mercedes name is much broader than simply being a luxury make. Like its German rival, Volkswagen, Mercedes sells cars in Europe that compete directly against the Golf as well as against the luxurious VW Phaeton. Still, introducing a “budget Benz” to America is a psychological hurdle that parent DaimlerChrysler is delaying making a commitment to. Let’s take a look at the proposed B Class and the reasons why the model not make it to the U.S. anytime soon.
For starters, the proposed B Class is based upon Mercedes A Class line of cars. Okay, that tells you a lot! In short, the A Class is a true line of compact cars that are popular in Europe. If you were to give serious consideration to purchasing a Volkswagen Golf you would consider the A Class to be its logical competitor. A slightly larger model, the B Class, makes better use of engine placement and design to produce a car that isn’t much larger than the A Class on the outside, but is almost as roomy as the S Class is on the inside [when configured as a wagon]. - 2008 Mercedes C-class: Green And Oh-so Pretty By : Correy Putton
Stunningly gorgeous and pretty green. According to some Mercedes Benz aficionados, those are the words that best describes the all-new C-Class. - 2008 Mercury Mariner, No Ordinary Mariner By : Jenny McLane
The latest versions of Mercury Mariner and Mariner hybrid are introduced to a new level of sophistication. The automaker, which was established to fill the gaps between Ford and Lincoln, has added eloquence and style to Mariner. The vehicle was unveiled at the 36th annual South Florida International Auto Show in Miami last month. - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Debuts At The 2007 Detroit Auto Show By : Correy Putton
Mitsubishi has unveiled its 2008 Lancer in a theatrical style at the 2007 Detroit Auto Show. The all-new 2008 Lancer is a compact sport sedan designed to deliver dynamics, high value, advanced safety features and cutting edge user technology in an aggressively styled package. The new generation Lancer models are scheduled to arrive in Mitsubishi dealerships in early 2007. - 2008 Mustang: Ford’s Brand New Warrior By : Anthony Fontanelle
The Ford Motor Co. announced last Friday the new 2008 Mustang with Warriors in Pink package - a limited production of 2,500 vehicles in support of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The limited edition Mustang is produced in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists.
The new Mustang is the first-ever vehicle from the automaker to be designed exclusively in support of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Now on its 13th year of support, Ford has dedicated more than $90 million in cash and in-kind donations to help save lives and fight breast cancer. - 2008 Saturn Vue: Inspired By Opel By : Matthew C. Keegan
General Motors’ Saturn division is hard at work on building a replacement for its small SUV, the Saturn VUE. Currently based strictly on U.S. technology, the 2008 VUE is expected to be heavily based on Opel technology: Opel is General Motors’ principal European brand. This is good news for those who were concerned that GM would ditch the Saturn VUE. Instead, the SUV will get new life and additional support via its new relationship with Opel. While it is too early to know all the details about the upcoming Saturn VUE makeover, there are some things we do know about this revamped model.
Ever since Saturn released the first “S Series” models back in 1990, the company has struggled to maintain a unique identity. Neglected by parent GM, the upstart Saturn brand had to wait nearly a decade before additional vehicles were added to its line including the Saturn VUE SUV. Along with the “L Series” midsize cars, the three vehicle lines [ION having replace the S Series] fully comprised the Saturn line for several years. Unfortunately, none of the three models were stand out performers, so the brand suffered accordingly. - 2008 Sebring Convertible, Raising Chrysler's Roof By : Joe Thompson
Auto industry's convertible segment is booming these days. To compete ardently, Chrysler sets free a powerful convertible in the 2008 version of Sebring.
The new Sebring Convertible from the automaker is built on D-segment platform of the automaker. Said platform is capable of producing a sleek, exhilarating, elegant, comfortable, and fuel efficient convertible that sits 4 adults. The trunk is also made spacious to hold extra loads even when the top of the convertible is dropped. - 2009 Cadillac Cts-v To Be Equipped With Corvette Engine By : Lauren Woods
In 2004, Cadillac came out with the high performance CTS-V to compete with European sport sedans. The car has been known for its high performance engine with a high power output. The CTS-V’s direct competitors are the BMW M3 and the M5 as well as the Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG and the E55 AMG. Since it is going up against some strong competition, it is a given that General Motors will improve its performance for future model years. - 2009 Mercedes Slr Mclaren Roadster Spotted In Canary Island By : Dwyane Thomas
It was in the year 1999 when Mercedes-Benz has presented its “Vision SLR” superscar concepts. One is a convertible while the other had a roof. The Vision SLR coupe eventually was developed and became the insanely fast and highly priced SLR McLaren coupe which was built in partnership with McLaren Cars. Now after four years into its product cycle, Mercedes-Benz and McLaren are planning of giving their SLR coupe a droptop playmate which will be called the SLR McLaren roadster. - 3 American Performance Cars By : Matthew C. Keegan
Bear with me as I step back in time to formulate what I believe are three terrific American built performance cars: the Ford Mustang, the Dodge Challenger, and the Chevrolet Camaro. Currently, only the Mustang is in production with the Challenger coming back by 2009. GM hasn’t committed to building the Camaro just yet, but the company is likely to make a decision in favor of the car and its sibling, the Pontiac Firebird, by this summer. So, what is it about American performance cars that set them apart from the rest? In one word: muscle. Read on as I compare and contrast these three vehicles and share with you my feeble attempts to explain the culture behind the cars.
So, you think I forgot the Chevy Corvette and Dodge Viper when talking about performance cars? No, I did not. Both models are performance cars as well as race cars. On the other hand the Mustang, Challenger, and Camaro are mass produced performance cars with muscle. There is a difference in the way a typical race car handles, rides, and performs vs. a muscle car. - 3 Things to know to make used Car purchase Profitable By : Yoichiro Shiba
Used Japan cars have gained huge popularity worldwide. Some of the Japan car exporters are taking advantage of the demand and are hiking the prices of used Japan cars. There are some used Japan car exporters who remove the accessories that come bundled with the car before the vehicle gets shipped to you. - 3-wheel Bonning Roadster: Mean And Green By : Anthony Fontanelle
A unique Aussie roadster changes the notion that green cars could not be created to be mean. The 3-wheel Bonning Roadster is aimed at proving that mean and green could go together and that being an environment-friendly car does not hinder having a high performance.
The Bonning Roadster delivers supercar performance and true sports car character in a compact economy car. The car is engineered to consume a miserly amount of gasoline and other alternative fuels like hydrogen and methanol derived from household waste. - 4 Tips To Buy Cheap Repossessed Cars At Auto Auctions By : Anthony Lee
Buying a car nowadays is not a luxury anymore. With more than one thousand reasons to buy a car, more and more people are trying to find ways to buy their very own car.
And for those who cannot afford to buy new cars, they can opt for cars within their means by purchasing repossessed cars at car auctions. - 4 Ways To Increase Automotive Performance By : Matthew C. Keegan
In these days of high gasoline prices, it may seem ridiculous to consider ways to increase your car's performance as they are almost always associated with increased fuel consumption. However, there are four ways to increase performance that do not have to negatively impact your gas mileage. Let's take a closer look at each one.
1. Reusable Air Filters. Landfills are stuffed with items we use once and then throw out. Auto air filters are one such item and through the life of a car you can go through 6-12 of them with no problem. For approximately three times the price, washable and reusable air filters are a great alternative. When you purchase one it likely will be the last air filter your car will ever need. Reusable air filters enable you to gain slight increases in horsepower and acceleration as well as to impact the environment in a positive way. - 4x4 Car Extraordinaire - The Latest Defender By : Robert D. Thomson
If you live in Africa (or anywhere in the world for that matter) and you know anything about cars, you most probably know the Land Rover Defender; in fact, even if you died 40 years ago, you still know the recent 2006 model-it looks like the first one! - 4x4s – which is the best petrol? By : Robert D. Thomson
There is a wide variety of car models available for purchase. Deciding which one to buy is a major decision and a huge headache. Soaring petrol prices have also caused another decision to come to light, what type of fuel should my car use, petrol or diesel? Both have positive and negative attributes to consider. - 5 Steps in buying Used Japan cars Online By : Yoichiro Shiba
With anything and everything available in the Internet, why should the used Japan cars be left behind? As the saying goes, “National borders are not even speed bumps in the Internet super highway”. With the advancements in technology and the introduction of many used car trading websites, anyone can buy used cars from any parts of the world. - 5 Tips To Buy Cheap Cars From Government Surplus Auctions By : Anthony Lee
If you are planning to buy a car, and you want to buy it at cheap rates, then government surplus car auctions is the place and venue for you.
You would also be sure that the surplus car is at great condition when it is bought from the government. That is because government service cars are always brand new and are guaranteed to be at good qualities before they are purchased. - 5 tips to enhance fuel efficiency By : Robert D. Thomson
Nothing is nice than to own a car that is gas economic in present world of rising rates of almost everything. You would definitely like be acquainted with the gas saving tips that will help your pocket to avoid hole. - 6 Must Have Auto Accessories By : Matthew C. Keegan
Buying a new car is an experience that few will ever forget: the smell, the pristine interior, and the flawless ride are some of the things enjoyed by new car owners. Yet, despite how well equipped even the most expensive cars can be, oftentimes they leave the showroom with several accessories missing. No, they weren’t stolen; instead, for some queer reason these “must have” accessories were not included with the sale. Let’s take a look at six accessories every vehicle should have.
Floor mats – You have got to be kidding…no floor mats?! Oddly, floor mats are the chief accessory typically not included with any sale. Instead, you get a throwaway paper sheet for the driver. Without floor mats in place you can bet that the interior will be soiled in short order. Worse, if you wait too long your carpeting could be damaged which is especially bad news for you if you lease your vehicle. Just wait ‘til you see the price of replacing damaged automotive carpeting! - 6 Pocket Rockets! By : Matthew C. Keegan
Just because your car is small, doesn’t mean that it has to be slow. In fact, some of the fastest cars on the road today are subcompacts. How so? Because their owners have modified them to the point where they can squeeze out additional horsepower and acceleration. Let’s take a look at six cars that qualify as genuine “pocket rockets.”
For the sake of argument, here are some ground rules for a pocket rocket: - 7 Guidelines For Used Car Prices By : gregoryashton
1. Know a little about pricing before you buy a used car. Franchise dealers that sell used cars add a certain percentage on the original value of the used car in the market. Markup is also added to the price of the used car at dealerships, which will make the price higher. - 7 Tips To Help You Select Your Custom Car Cover By : Matthew C. Keegan
You lovingly wash and wax your vehicle on most sunny weekends, spending time detailing every single blotch, nick, scrape, or other damaging mark on your car's exterior. Part of the deal with owning any vehicle is making certain that it looks its best week in and week out. Still, you may not be doing all that you can to protect the finish. Other enemies including bird excrement, acid rain, and even harmful UV rays can thwart the best efforts of even the most diligent car owner. Fortunately, there is one automotive accessory that can help keep your car clean, provided you use it when your car is parked for an extended length of time. What am I talking about? Car covers! Read on for seven helpful tips to help you choose the right cover for your truck, van, SUV, or car.
When shopping for a custom car cover you must give consideration to what it does besides simply covering your car. Among some important points to know: - 8 GM Brands: 1 or 2 Too Many? By : Matthew C. Keegan
Lots of folks are speculating about GM’s future. If you take all the press reports at heart, you would think that General Motors is on life support. Quite frankly, the opposite is true especially when you look at the global picture. In 2005, “the General” sold more than 9 million cars worldwide, the first time the automaker reached that figure since 1978. Yes, U.S. auto sales are down and some are calling for GM to reduce its many brands, currently numbering 8. Who should GM let go? Or, should General Motors stick with the game plan and maintain all 8 brands?
For the record, GM’s 8 brands are: Cadillac, Buick, Pontiac, Chevrolet, Saturn, GMC, Hummer, and Saab. You could take Saab out of that pack as the Swedish automaker (although fully owned by GM) builds few cars in North America. Still, GM includes Saab in its marketing schema so we’ll keep them in for argument’s sake. - 8 Signs That Your Car Has Pothole Damage By : Sean Lee
A pothole can be your car's worst enemy. These holes or pits on a road's surface can seriously damage a vehicle's ride-control system. - A Bolder, Tougher, Better Escape To Find Your Way By : Jenny McLane
Escape, the best-selling compact utility vehicle from Ford entertained upgrades and innovations to bring out more powerful vehicle statement. For the model year 2008, Escape is given new façade that complements with its bolder and rugged exterior design to give it a striking resemblance to Expedition and Explorer. Escape also adopted chassis refinements to offer remarkable fuel economy and flexible driving dynamics. - A Call For More Alternative Fuel Vehicles In The Us By : Glady Reign
Gasoline prices have fallen. Hence, automakers have to entertain alternative fuel vehicles to provide more options to consumers. This is especially true to automakers that are relying greatly on non-gasoline vehicles.
General Motors Corp. Chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner said, "With the price of oil at its lowest level in 19 months, we run the risk of reverting back to our traditional energy policy. That is, relying heavily on the lowest-cost energy available on world markets, including imported oil, without providing adequate support for developing alternative sources.” He also added, “I hope oil prices stay low, but I also hope that our nation stays committed to energy security through energy diversity." The statement of Wagoner came after the revelation of the University of Michigan study that focused on auto executives’ and other experts’ comments on gasoline prices and government fuel economy standards. - A Complete Guide On Used Cars By : JohnJames
Customs departments hold used car auctions once in a while for interested people. The police and customs often hold car auctions because in their line of work, - A Couple Of Tips On Finding Used Cars Online By : JC Schwartz
Searching for used cars online is easy and convenient. Here are a few tips on how to use the internet to search for used cars online. - A Decisive Spark With The Mercedes Spark Plug Wires By : Dwyane Thomas
A spark plug is an electrical device found in the cylinder head of an internal combustion engine like that of the Mercedes Benz. It supplies the electrical energy needed to ignite the air and fuel mixture in the combustion chamber, turning the mixture into working energy. The resulting energy, measured in horsepower, is then supplied from the engine to run the Mercedes Benz. - A Forward Look At Rearview Mirrors By : David Sanders
A new, patented vehicle mirror that provides 260-degree peripheral vision without head movement is making driving easier, safer and less stressful for people with a variety of vision and other impairments-including its inventor. - A Good 2007 Start For Audi By : Anthony Fontanelle
Last year, 2006, saw Audi recording sales figures surpassing that of the preceding year. They have performed better in terms of sales 9 months out of 12 compared to 2004 sale figures.
This trend continues when the company’s January sales for this year bested last year’s sales for the same period. As a matter of fact, the figure today shows that last month was the best January in the entire history of the company. Sales have increased by 5.2 percent compared to January sales of 2006 which translates to 6,399 vehicles sold by the American arm of the car manufacturer. This start to the year is a great boost that the company hopes will continue for the remainder of the year. - A guide to gas powered RC four-wheelers By : Robert D. Thomson
RC or radio-controlled cars, which run on a nitro methane-based fuel or glow fuel, provide huge power and performance. Gas powered RC cars are generally highly customizable, allowing hobbyists to use a variety of engines and design type. There are even different types of transmitters available depending upon how you would prefer your car to work. - A History Of Mercedes Sl Parts And Models By : Dwyane Thomas
In the 1950's, the war was over and the American economy was on the upswing. The future looked bright and customers were in search of something exciting, a race car that can match the enthusiasm generated by the era. Mercedes responded with the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL in 1954, an icon of design and innovation. Its doors were hinged at the roof and when opened, looked like the outstretched wings of a seagull. Nicknamed the "Gullwing" for its unique upward-opening doors, the 300SL was the first car ever to be equipped with fuel-injection technology. This doubled the engine's power from 115 hp to 240 hp and helped the Gullwing achieve a top speed of 260 km/h, making it the fastest production car of the period. - A How-To Guide on Saving Money on Car Hire in Crete By : Robert D. Thomson
Stores that sell goods and services often offer discount prices or the best bargains in order to beef up their customer base. As a result, it is not at all uncommon for consumers to be on a constant lookout for the best deals when it comes to buying almost anything. Renting a car in Crete is not an exception. - A Large Car From Buick: The Buick Lucerne Cxs By : Correy Putton
They say that once you own a Buick, you will love it and would not change brands for a lifetime. That is mainly because of the kind of comfort that this car gives to the owners. In the past, the brand employed rear wheel drive on their cars, but in the advent of cars, that has to change. Current car models of the company now use the standard front wheel drive for two wheel drive vehicles. One of these is the Buick Lucerne, the successor of the LeSabre, the original “large car” of the company. - A Look At Those Beautiful Old American Cars By : Morgan Hamilton
To be honest, I don’t like the fact that most cars of today look the same because I love stylish cars. In my opinion, every car should have an individual personality. The classic American cars certainly have this unique attributes. Pontiac, Cadillac, Chevrolet and the names of other classic cars conjure up an image of speeding down the freeways and neighborhoods.
However, people who are concerned with the environment do not patronize big, brash cars because they tend to be gas-guzzlers. For instance, a Hummer SUV gives a staggering nine miles to the gallon. Since I am also an environment minded person, American cars offer me a conflict of interest. - A Look At Used Car Loans Rates By : JC Schwartz
If you want to get the perfect car loan that fits your budget, it is foolhardy to just sign-up when you have not determined all of your available options. Before doing so, you might to consider first the figures that you will be working with. - A Look Back At Volvo In The 1930’s By : Glady Reign
This year, Volvo is celebrating their 80th anniversary. Furthermore, this month is special to the company since their first car rolled out of their assembly pant on April 14, 1927.
The company’s name was meant to be used for ball bearings which were manufactured by SKF. Due to fate’s intervention though, the ball bearings stamped with “Volvo” were not released in the market. Instead of ball bearings, the name was used as a trademark and brand name for a new car manufacturer founded by Assar Gabrielson and Gustav Larson. - A Merger Turns Sour By : Evander Klum
In the beginning of the merger between Daimler-Benz and Chrysler so many promises were made, unfortunately none of those promises were ever realized. The very objective of the merger was to combine German technology and prestige with Chrysler’s engineering expertise to gain access and to better understand the American market. - A New Mack Truck In The Construction Segment By : Glady Reign
A subsidiary of AB Volvo in the truck department is the world renowned Mack Trucks Incorporated and it sits on top of the construction trucks market in the United States. The brand is known for producing high quality trucks which are very dependable and is centered in productivity and driver comfort. And the brand is expanding its lineup of such great trucks in the shape of the TerraPro Cabover which will be launched at the opening of the World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas. The new truck carries with it the traits which its forerunners carry too, these being the optimum performance of the trucks and its ability to perform its intended purpose efficiently.
The truck’s design has been done with the driver’s comfort in mind. This is a characteristic in the design common to all vehicles produced by brands affiliated with the AB Volvo company. Aside from designing ergonomic and comfortable seats for the driver, the interior is spacious for more legroom and headspace and a bigger breathing room for the operator. It also boasts of a very effective climate-control system that has the capacity to further increase the comfort level for anyone on board the truck. The instrument and control panels are designed to be easily accessible for convenience thus making the performance of the truck’s task much easier. Effort is also exerted to reduce noise and vibration produced while the truck is performing its task. - A Review Of Car Web Sites By : Morgan Hamilton
An effective way for car buyers to do research is to use the Internet for prices, information and styles. Many car dealers are using car websites to promote their inventory of vehicles and to reach more consumers and a nonthreatening way. An online showcase of cars is an extremely powerful marketing tool. MotoNet is a service that specializes in motor trade websites.
MotoNet assists car dealers in building a virtual showroom that can be accessed on the Internet twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. It never closes. The company creates custom sites that interested shoppers can go to on the internet to see the car dealers’ vehicles without ever leaving the comfort of their home. This kind of hasslefree shopping and convenience is very appealing. - A Review Of Infant Car Seat Covers By : Morgan Hamilton
Do you have a baby? If you do, then you should consider infant car seat covers for your baby. These seat covers come in many forms ranging from items designed for style to items designed for severe weather conditions. There is a cover for your baby’s car seat that will suit your needs and tastes. In fact, many parents find that one cover just isn’t enough.
A few months ago, I chose to purchase three infant car seat covers for my little one. My son was born during winter and the Posh Pouch was a natural choice for our northern climate. This is one of the infant car seat covers that offer great looks along with excellent comfort for the baby. It fits right on the baby car seat and serves as a nice, warm backdrop. The product is designed to encircle the baby as he or she sits in the unit. All you have to do is pull the zipper shut and your baby will be snug and warm in this well designed product. - A Review Of The 1990 Dodge Dakota By : Morgan Hamilton
The best car I have ever had has been serving me for 16 years now, which is my 1990 Dodge Dakota. It never let me down, although I have always been giving it hard time. And it has been so from the very beginning as I got my pick-up truck for work, not for show off. As a building contractor I have gone through 16 years of hard work, and my 1990 Dodge Dakota has been there all along the way. Working hard at least five days per week; moving from site to site, hauling tools, machines, supplies and everything else that you can think of.
I have been pretty rough with my truck, throwing al the abovementioned in the back of it and rushing up and down, back and forth, sometimes even adding a trailer for the extras. Making sure that I was not being hard to it body only, but to the engine also, with the additional loads and chasing deadlines I was never disappointed with it. It has always been great and I do not want to let it go.
Everybody knows that older cars are much more expensive to maintain compared to the new ones, but I know that my 1990 Dodge Dakota still has a lot to give. But in the moment it is not the same truck any more. The engine loses power, especially when with heavier loads it even stalls from time to time. Considering that you can never imagine it unless it has really happened to you, I dare say that it is a scary thing to stall in the middle of nowhere in an old truck with a trailer at the back. - A Review Of The 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee By : Morgan Hamilton
Not long ago I bought a used 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee quite cheap. I was hoping that it will be nice and cool, but it was a real disaster. Still there are some good things in it, first of all it is big and the body is in perfect shape, and also the seating feels comfortable, however as a whole my 1994 Grand Cherokee jeep is awful. Now I am sure that I would have been better off with a sensible Honda Civic or anything of the kind, instead of buying the Jeep that I now consider as the worst ever purchase I've made.
The thing I want to begin with is the monstrous gas consumption of this SUV. I knew it will not be as for a Ford Fiesta, but getting only 13 miles per gallon is a bit too much for me, and it only makes me think about a shot engine. What comes next it the unsafe rolling of this totally unbalanced clumsy Jeep, along with its impossible shocks. With this 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee you are actually putting your life to the risk of turning over with every turn you make at a speed greater than 20 miles per hour. What I can say for sure is that I should not have rushed into that without having a detailed check on SUVs, which would have showed me what the possible and most common problems might be. And the only reason I skipped that part for was the thrilling price they gave me for the car - A Review Of Used Car Search Engines By : Morgan Hamilton
Are you in search of a used car and find it hard to locate a decent one with an ideal price? You are not alone. There are many people out there on the lookout of used car. A used car is intended to cut down the costs of buying a brand new one. We however sometimes see ourselves spell bound to the cheesy sales pitch of a salesman trying to sell us all the reasons why a used car cost that much. Well it is time you say goodbye to those people, whose only intention is to make a sale.
Now you don’t even have to leave the comforts of your home to search an ideally priced used car that will serve you for a long time. Just move online to check the variety of used car search engines out there. It is so simple to find the value of a used car if you know what to look for. If you don’t know what you are looking for, chances are higher that you are lost in the words of a used car salesman. You don’t have to entrust someone to tell you the value of the car you intend to buy. Ever since my high school classes, it was a hobby for me to make my own researches on literally anything and the www has just made my research easy as a breeze. - A Rewarding Teen Driving Experience By : Jenny McLane
The Driving Skills For Life program is being brought to various cities in the whole country by the Ford Motor Company Fund as well as by the Governors Highway Safety Association (or commonly known as the GHSA). And this program is just the big umbrella that covers other small ones like the Operation Teen Safe Driving, which, of course, is set out to assist and educate teenage drivers. - A Stylish Crossover Vehicle For Kia By : Matthew C. Keegan
Kia is planning to bring to the American market a new type of vehicle – a seven passenger crossover – that will compete against the likes of the Toyota Matrix and the Dodge Caliper. The Kia Carens will be sold later this year in Europe and will likely make it to the U.S. market as the Kia Rondo at about the same time. Demand for crossovers continues to rise as the market adjusts to this relatively new type of vehicle. Will the Rondo succeed? If early press reports are any indication then the answer is yes.
Kia’s aggressive surge on the world scene is being made evident through new or proposed factories in Europe and in Georgia, USA. As a subsidiary of the mighty Hyundai group, Kia has long stood for being the budget Korean brand while Hyundai is the company’s value brand. The proposed Rondo will continue Kia’s tradition of providing decent quality small vehicles for prices that are thousands of dollars less than the competition. - A Whooping $925 Million For The Aston Martin Brand By : Glady Reign
The Ford Motor Co. is selling its British luxury unit Aston Martin to a group led by David Richards, the former Benetton and BAR motor racing entrepreneur. The sales transaction would involve a whooping $925 million or 479 million pounds.
The automaker said last Monday that it would retain a 40 million pound investment in the Aston Martin. The unit, headquartered at Gaydon, Warwickshire, England, is famed for its luxury performance. But the popularity is heightened by James Bond movies where the models of the units are featured. - Aaa And Minnesota Safety Council Promote Child Passenger Safety Week By : Glady Reign
February 11 to 17 is being observed as the Child Passenger Safety Week and in connection with this, the American Automobile Association (AAA) and the Minnesota Safety Council has teamed up to promote the importance of safely securing child passengers on their seats.
Their effort to educate parents on how to properly secure their most precious cargo is due to the fact that a large number of child passengers are not properly secured. This fact is one of the foremost reasons why automobile accidents are still the number one cause of death for children ages four to fourteen. In contrast to that however, for the past twenty years, 7,500 lives have been saved by properly installed child car seats. - Aaa, Parents Best Cars For Families List Named 9 New Vehicles By : Anthony Fontanelle
The American Automobile Association (AAA) and the Parents magazine Best Cars for Families list have added nine new vehicles for 2007. The April issue of Parents magazine, which was already released, comes with detailed reviews of each model.
The list was created by combining the auto-safety expertise of the 50-million-member AAA with Parents’ understanding of what families want and need. The pool of experts penned a list of sedans economy cars, vans, SUVs, and crossovers ideal for everything that concerns family and driving - from weekend getaways, longer road trips and other road-related activities. - Aaa: Give Your Parents Driver Safety On Their Day By : Benjsmin Hudson
As the American Automobile Association (AAA) announces a new program to help reduce senior crashes and the injuries and deaths that result, the said organization is urging the adult children of older Americans to use the upcoming Mother’s Day on May 12, 2007 and Father’s Day on June 17 to talk to their aging parents about driver safety. - Aaa: Parents, Sign An Agreement With Teen Drivers Before Handing Out Keys By : Correy Putton
A new research was just released and this one was created and done by the American Automobile Association which is commonly known as the AAA. And as per the results that came out with the research, the group told parents of teen drivers to first sign an agreement between them and their teen drivers before they actually do hand out the keys. Also aside from this, the study did also find out that with graduated driving licensing, or GDL, systems being used in some states, the number of teen driver crashes has significantly lowered. - Accessible Nitrogen Gas Dispenser For Cars And Light Trucks By : Glady Reign
With the increasing prices of petroleum based fuels - most notably gasoline, the motoring public is looking for ways to improve the fuel efficiency of their cars. Different aftermarket products are easily available to them and the use of which can dramatically increase their car’s fuel efficiency. For those who are planning to buy cars, they may opt for alternative fuel powered vehicles or a hybrid electric vehicle like the Toyota Prius.
A car’s wide array of components plays roles in the fuel efficiency of a vehicle just like the Volvo S40 parts that determine how an S40 performs. One of the parts in the wide array of vehicle components that can contribute to better fuel economy is the tires although the fact is commonly overlooked except by a knowledgeable few. - Accidents? What Do You Do? By : Jenny McLane
Accidents could happen anytime. In fact, even if you are the careful driver or even if you are the reckless driver, you could actually meet accidents on the road. Sometimes, it even happens right on your street just as you are pulling away from your garage.
What do you do when you get involved and be part of a traffic accident? - Acdelco Fall Car Care Tips-start With The "four Bs" By : Stacey Moore
Along with the change of seasons from fall to winter comes the likelihood of poor road conditions and reduced visibility. Automotive breakdowns, never convenient, can be even more dangerous in cold weather. Preventive vehicle maintenance can help lessen the odds of mechanical failure.
"Fall is a crucial time to have your vehicle inspected, starting with the 'Four Bs'-blades, batteries, brakes, and belts and hoses," said Chris Vermette, ACDelco product specialist, Wiper Blades and Belts and Hoses. "Cold weather only makes existing problems worse. You never want to have a breakdown, but winter can be the worst possible time." - Acura Integra: The Car, The Legend By : Matthew C. Keegan
Released as a 1987 model, the very first Acura Integra started what was to become a strong following of owners who were drawn in by the car’s sports appeal and reasonable prices. Based on the Honda Civic, the Integra successfully brought customers over to the Acura brand and has been widely credited with spurring Honda’s luxury division to its “legendary” success. In 2002, Acura renamed the car the “RSX” to bring the name in line with the alphabet soup designation of each of its models. Whatever you call the car, the Integra has lived up to all of the hype surrounding the model. Let’s take a closer look a vehicle that has an interesting, if not a bit strange, legacy.
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