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Tuesday, November 21, 2006
2006-11-21 14:00:02
Luxury Lincoln Brand to sell through Amazon.comIn the news: Lincoln is experiencing another sluggish sales month so to rev it up it will begin selling its Luxury Lincoln brand in Amazon.com which is an online retailer. The MKZ sedan, MKX crossover and the new Navigator will each have their own product pages on the web site where prospective customers can purchase by a single click.Plus customers are also given the chance to select options, price their vehicle and talked to a Lincoln personal assistant who will mediate with the traditional dealer to complete the transaction. The actual transaction will be made at the Lincoln dealership closed to the zip code provided by the customer.For easy access to quality and affordable Lincoln parts simply log on to partstrain.com.
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Wednesday, November 15, 2006
2006-11-15 13:24:01
Mercedes-Benz Edition 10 Model Revealed at Paris Motor ShowThe Mercedes-Benz Edition 10 - which marks the ten years of the SLK Class - was revealed at the Paris Motor Show and would later be made available come January 2007. The Edition 10 models of Mercedes-Benz are distinguished by its unique choice of interior materials and paint finish unique even from other Mercedes models. The SLK-Class was first introduced into the market ten years ago and since then became one of the favorites of buyers.Highlight features of the Mercedes-Benz Edition 10 are the following: In terms of colors, the vehicle has new style, matt grey metallic finish (allanite grey Magno) which is also available for the limited edition. This exclusive matt finish is also offered as an option in addition to obsidian black metallic and iridium silver metallic. The matt grey metallic finish showcased the trend of future colour schemes that are going to be employed by Mercedes designers....
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Thursday, November 02, 2006
2006-11-15 01:21:01
The All-New 2007 Dodge NitroThe new 2007 Dodge Nitro offers great features starting with its spacious, functional and flexible interior. It does more than just accommodate people and cargo but provides a daring, no-nonsense interior design that features modern chrome and silver accents. It also has easy to read instrument cluster as well as a smart storage space. Its sturdy steering wheel, gear shifter and control buttons will make you see that Nitro is not just a common ride. If the interior already amazes you just wait till you see the exterior. The Nitro from the outside reflects the bold, gutsy Dodge styling. It features the signature crosshair grille, powerful stance and chiseled lines that when combined, embodies superior performance.The Dodge Nitro is powered by two powerful V6 engines, a sport or performance suspension system, full or part time four-wheel-drive systems and a 5,000 pound maximum towing capacity when properly equipped. Nitro also boasts of its safety/security ...
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Thursday, November 02, 2006
2006-11-15 01:21:01
2007 Nissan SentraThe 2007 Nissan Sentra is designed all for you. Its powerful engine and advanced suspension system keeps you ahead of the curves. Perfect for long trips especially if you have to bring along lots of luggage, the ?07 Sentra has a clever storage, as well as advanced technology that comes with every Nissan car. Its interior features include several cool gadgets like:?    Intelligent key keyless ignition and entry system?    Bluetooth hands-free phone system?    Integrated overhead CD holder?    Divide-n-hide trunk system?    Rear seating with trunk-accessible pass-through?    Air conditioning with in-cabin microfilter?    Trip computer?    Outside temperature display?    Tachometer?    Power windows w/ one-touch auto down feature?    Power door locks?    Remote keyless entry with trunk relea...
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Tuesday, October 31, 2006
2006-11-15 01:21:01
What?s New with the 2007 Infiniti G35 Sedan?The 2007 G35 Sedan is given an enhanced version of the award-winning VQ V6 engine series. Now on its fourth generation, the VQ35 3.5 liter V6 major parts are 80% redesigned providing the G35 with a 306 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque.The new engine produces an acceleration swell that creates a much more refined balance of quick acceleration that builds continuously to the engine horsepower peak, resulting to a much more pleasurable driving performance. The 2007 G35 is built on an enhanced FM or front mid-ship platform that positions the engine behind the front axle. The engine is positioned to allow optimum front-to-rear weight balance that aside from the G?s long wheelbase and wider front and rear track, enables overall handling stability.The 2007 G35 sedan?s interior and exterior has also evolved combining modern warmth with traditional Japanese design which exemplifies luxury and high quality performance capabilities. The interior is...
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Saturday, October 28, 2006
2006-11-15 01:21:01
Autobytel?s Consumer?s Choice Report for Q3Autobytel, one of the leading online automotive sources has released the newest Consumer?s Choice report showing the top cars and trucks in Autobytel?s hot list, along with the top most requested vehicles in Autobytel during the third quarter of the year (Q3). Check them out!The Autobytel Q3 Hot List2007 Dodge Caliber2007 Scion tC2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid2007 Hyundai Santa Fe2007 Lexus ES2006 Volkswagen Rabbit2006 Dodge Charger2007 Acura RDX2007 Jeep Wrangler2007 Nissan VersaThe Top 10 Most Requested Vehicles Overall During Q31. Toyota Camry (including hybrid)2. Honda Civic3. Honda Accord4.Toyota Corolla5.Honda Odyssey6.Toyota Yaris7.Toyota RAV48.Toyota Sienna9.MINI Cooper10. Toyota PriusIf you?re looking for update or replacement of your auto parts like Scion parts, Honda parts, MINI parts, or Dodge parts, you can easily find them at Auto Parts Online.
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Tuesday, November 07, 2006
2006-11-15 01:21:01
The Most Inexpensive Rides for 2007The editors of MSN autos have compiled a list of the lowest priced vehicles for 2007. Most of the cars included were small, economical cars with prices ranging from $9,430 Chevrolet Aveo5 to the new Dodge Caliber priced around $13,500.Of course we all know that when a car is priced low you just can?t expect for it to carry a lot of features. Fortunately, today?s auto manufacturers only exclude optional features and not the safety features on their affordable lines of vehicles. This means that even the lowest priced car around would be equipped with side airbags or side curtain airbags. The ABS has also become a standard in almost all vehicles. Inexpensive cars such as Chevrolet Aveo and Aveo5, Hyundai Accent and Elantra, Nissan Versa, and Dodge Caliber are equipped with the aforementioned safety features. Inexpensive cars are not equipped with super powerful engines. Some may view this as a disadvantage but the lack of powerful engine may turn out ...
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Friday, October 20, 2006
2006-11-15 01:21:01
Will the Audi R8 replace the Diamond as Women?s Best Friend?Apparently, if it?s not diamonds then the next best shiny thing on a woman?s list is a car. And it looks like Audi has created a remarkable car that will venerate the female specie. Audi?s R8 exemplifies power, strength and beauty---adjectives that best describe the women of today.The concept for Audi R8 is derived from the Le Mans Quattro concept car presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2003. The Audi?s in Audi R8 was taken from Audi?s Le Mans and is used to give emphasis to its performance potentials. Some of the technologies applied in the R8 such as the FSI direct fuel injection system was an original in the R8 racer. The production of the R8 is likened to that of the Lamborghini Gallardo. This explains why it has such a powerful body structure and engine makeup. At 7,800 rpm, the Audi R8?s 4.2 liter engine pounds a massive 309 KW or 420 bhp of power output. Its peak torque is 430 Newton-meters from 4,500 to 6,000 r...
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Thursday, October 19, 2006
2006-11-15 01:21:01
A Closer Look at the New 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse SpyderShown at the 2006 New York Auto Show last April, the all-new 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is a follow up model based on the early Eclipse introduced in 2005. Additional new key features is included in the 2007 Eclipse drop top convertible like the 650-watt Rockford Frosgate Audio, powered convertible cloth top, and advanced airbag safety system. The 2007 Eclipse comes in two distinctive models ? the Eclipse Spyder GS with a 2.4-liter MIVEC engine and the Eclipse Spyder GT with a more powerful 3.8-liter MIVEC V6 engine. The Eclipse Spyder GT obtained exclusive features like the outside temperature and compass readings and the stainless steel exhaust finisher. Other standard exterior features for both models are auto-off halogen headlamps, parabolic fog lights, power windows, power locks, and power mirrors, 17-inch alloy wheels, and integrated rear spoiler. On the inside, you can find a bunch of advanced safety systems, which in...
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Wednesday, October 25, 2006
2006-11-15 01:21:01
Introducing the BMW 3 Series ConvertibleBMW has released the full details of the 3 Series Convertible ahead of its debut at the forthcoming 2007 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit early on January. For the first time in BMW vehicles, the 3 Series Convertible features a three-piece retractable hardtop made of lightweight steel. The hardtop can be electronically operated and opens in just for 22 seconds, folding back to the rear trunk of the vehicle. Closing the three-piece hardtop takes about 23 seconds. Other exterior features of the BMW 3 Series Convertible include long and low hood, specially designed the front air dam and headlights, aerodynamically-designed spoiler edge on the decklid, contour line ends in the rear light, horizontal LED light rods, and BMW?s signature kidney grilles marks the luxury brand. The 3 Series Convertible also features a standard Xenon Adaptive headlights with corona ring lights. On the interior, the BMW 3 Series Convertible featu...
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