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8,078 mile tour without oil change
2008-06-10 06:08:00
The Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is not only more comfortable, powerful and expensive than the average 2+2, for example the Porsche's 911, a 2+2-seater is a coupe with a tiny backseat that is in some cases uninhabitable, it is the newest flagship and not counting the limited-edition, $652,000 Enzo Ferrari supercar, which is sold out from the company that has an extraordinarily emotional relationship with automobiles. Know what? The Ferrari Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is so impressive. Why? Because the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti owner?s manual recommends changing the oil after 10,000 kilometers (6,214 miles) or one year. The two 612 Scaglietti?s used in the ?Magic India Discovery? tour did about 5,000 kilometers (3107 miles) in testing and preparation for the trip, which brings their total to 18,000 kilometers (11,185 miles). Ferrari?s ?Magic India Discovery? Tour came to an end at the Gateway of India in Mumbai and the two Ferrari 612 Scagliettis completed their 13,000 kilometer (8,078 miles) tr...
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Honda Fit Hybrid
2008-05-31 08:57:00
At the same time as Toyota may have a hybrid version of the Camry and the Highlander; when ‘Toyota’ and ‘Hybrid ’ one thinks of the words in the same sentence, an image of the Prius is most to be expected to pop up in our head. That’s what people like about Toyota’s hybrid initiative and now with all the talk of throwing the Prius badge on a new family of hybrids just makes it all the a lesser amount of confusing. Truthfully, Honda hybrids have been very confused with all the recent news of all the upcoming hybrids. Honda really hope that it will figures this out early, because they’ve got four hybrids planned to hit the market by 2015. The number two Japanese automaker just announced that it will launch a hybrid version of the Fit in its next-generation model. “The Fit has great fuel efficiency to begin with, and if it put in a hybrid, it’s going to get even better, So with crude oil prices going up this much, I think a Fit hybrid is now starting to make sense”...
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Nissan, NEC - A good Partnership
2008-05-20 10:58:00
Lithium-ion batteries at the present are further widespread in most of the gadgets like laptops, cell phones and others, while all the globe's foremost car producers are inventing some ways on installing the this Lithium-ion for their vehicles. The latest Lithium-ion batteries will be extra though and powerful and also much smaller compare to the old one, loaded with nickel-metal hydride batteries that at this time is usually we can see in hybrid automobiles at this present days. Nissan 's joint partner through electronics expert NEC Corporation will spend $115 million to establish mass production of this lithium-ion battery, an invention generally versioned as answer for coming generation "green cars". Carlos Tavares, Nissan Motor Corporation Executive Vice President proclaimed on Monday that the Japanese car manufacturer desires to be a top worldwide leader regarding in "zero-emission automobiles." A factory for the battery creation, planned to be operational by year 2009, w...
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Buick Invicta Re-launched
2008-05-13 07:30:00
Last May 2, 2008, the ongoing life of how the Buick Invicta sedan concept car was developed at Beijing Auto Show. The Invicta is believed to hint at the following creation of LaCrosse, which will be built off the second-generation Epsilon - Chevy Malibu/Pontiac G6/ Saab 9-3/ Saturn Aura - designs, but truly, what they will see last Saturday is actually the real car. Its designs, according to Dave LyonGM interior design head, will attributes latest interpretations of the Buick ?Ventiports" as they named it in the late '50s) along with the "SweepSpear," the asymmetric v-shaped profile style originated on various brand's vehicles in the '50s and '60s. The midsize sedan design characterize a tag that Buick original name in 1959 and is a sample of the future LaCrosse car that we waited for and should see in coming year. Buick illustrates the design of the Invicta concept as a four-door midsize sedan together with roofline similar to coupe. The Invicta was planned through a cooperat...
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Keyless Fords?
2008-03-12 02:45:00
Keyless technology comes to the mass market. Ford has announced that its new Focus and Mondeo cars will be keyless.Smart technology now means that drivers no longer need a key to unlock their car or start the engine.Instead, carrying a 'transponder' unit in a pocket or bag, owners can get into their car by pulling the door handle.The transponder communicates with the vehicle so the car unlocks automatically once the driver grips the door handle.IgnitionOnce you're inside the car, the ignition is triggered when you touch the Ford Power button with the clutch pedal depressed ? the button is the same as that fitted on Ford rally and racing cars.If you want to switch on the car without revving up, you can touch the Ford Power button without engaging the clutch.Ford says the ignition technology was first demonstrated by James Bond in the movie Casino Royale when Bond drove the new Ford Mondeo.To lock the car after you park it, there?s a button on the driver?s door handle or boot lid,...

Volkswagen Group Of America To Organize Career Fair
2008-02-29 03:17:00
Job hunting will never be as hard as cleaning oil filters because according to Auto Channel, Volkswagen Group of America , Inc. will be holding a job fair starting March 6 at the Westin Tyson?s Corner. The career fair, as announced yesterday, will run from 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm.Furthermore, VW Credit, Inc. and the Volkswagen and Audi brands will be characterized at the fair as part of Volkswagen Group of America. Career opportunities are offered in the areas of sales and after sales business, accounting and finance, human resources, product marketing, marketing and communications, vehicle logistics, and other regulations."Northern Virginia and the Greater Washington, DC area have a skilled and diverse workforce and we look forward to introducing ourselves in person," said Mike Beamish, Executive Vice President for Human Resources, Volkswagen Group of America. "Volkswagen Group of America is charting an exciting new course in the United States and we are looking for the best and brightes...
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J.D Power And Associates? Five Strongest Car Brands In US
2008-02-26 02:32:00
If you are on the lookout for the strongest brands in the auto industry, where do you usually go? Whose advice do you seek? Most often, you refer to auto experts, don't you? That is mainly the point why J.D. Power and Associates was established. J.D Power and Associates is a research firm that provides consumers and business customers feedback. Many industrial companies rely on the firm's research results to improve their competitiveness in the global market. Just recently, the research firm released its list of loyalty and sales data, which reflect the country?s strongest car brands. I?m sure you?re excited to know the results. According to egmcartech.com, Toyota and Hummer topped J.D. Power and Associates? "bar exam" on loyalty and conquest, along with Lexus, Hyundai and Honda. That only means one thing: the five brands have captured the hearts and interests of their customers. The rates consist of computing the number of customers that either use or ditch the b...
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Ford Fiesta: Heart In Europe, Eyes on the World
2008-02-15 05:19:00
?Fiesta,? is one ambiguous word. In fact, wikipedia has 10 definitions just for this word. It could mean a festival party, a dinnerware, an apple cultivar, food, a supermarket, a British porn magazine, a 10-day traditional event called Fiesta San Antonio, a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) or an American R & B group. But this upcoming Geneva International Motor Show set this March, it could only mean ONE thing: FORD. According to autoexpress.co.uk, the all-new Ford Fiesta, after its meticulous Europe an grooming is now ready for its upcoming debut at the Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland. The Ford Fiesta is the latest three and five-door evolutionary global small car product from Ford, the world?s third largest automaker. Reports from jalopnik.com pointed out three major aspect of the all-new Ford Fiesta. First, the Ford Fiesta retains its Ford Verve concepts kinetic design. Second, the new Ford Fiesta model will be available in all Ford mark...
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General Motors Has The Most Best-Value Vehicles
2008-02-09 02:19:00
Consumers want a lot of things from their vehicles. Some wants their vehicles to go a little faster, while some are looking for that vehicle which has a low appetite for fuel. But I am sure that all car owners would want their vehicles to be cost effective in general. That means that after the purchase, you do not have to shell out big bucks for repairs once in a while. This is where the reliability and quality of the vehicles come in. The best vehicles in their segments where recently recognized with the Vincentric's 2008 Best Value Awards. The Auto Channel reported that Detroit automaker General Motors has the most best-value vehicles. The automaker had ten vehicles taking home the top prize for their particular classes. But these awards came from large vehicle segments. For me, that means, General Motors is succeeding in keeping up with the reliability of Japanese-made vehicles. On the other hand, they are still focused on large vehicles like pickup trucks and...
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Hyundai Veracruz: Among The ?Best New Family Vehicles?
2008-02-07 02:33:00
What does it take to be a certified ?best? family car? Does good engine parts count as one of the major factors? How about the space and interior features? No matter what factors are being considered before being proclaimed as one of the best family cars, I?m sure that the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz had presented a great resume - that?s why it earned the "Best New Family Vehicles ? honors from Kelley Blue Book!The Auto Channel reported that the authorized editors from Kelley Blue Book picked the 10 best new family vehicles of 2008 by assessing all factors such as safety, interior space, price, resale value, fuel efficiency, capability and, importantly, kid-friendliness from a lengthy list of vehicle entries."If you're intrigued by the idea of treating your family to premium accommodations at mass-market prices, you'll want to check out the seven-passenger Veracruz mid-size crossover," said Jack R. Nerad, the executive editorial director and executive market analyst of Kelley Blue Book'...

Cellulosic E85 All Set To Race
2008-02-02 01:36:00
The world of racing has taken in technological advancements when it comes to renewable fuels. And today, the applications of alternative fuels in racecars are apparently successful which is projected to be the newest trend in auto racing. So much for green driveshaft and engine, let?s move on with the latest green racing update!The Auto Channel reported that KL Process Design Group (KL) of Rapid City, SD, will provide cellulosic E85 racing ethanol for the 2008 American Le Mans Series. For the first time in the history of the race event, the groundbreaking fuel, which is produced out of waste wood, will be applied for the 56th Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring the American Le Mans Series offered by Fresh from Florida during the season opener in mid March."This is a groundbreaking achievement not only in motorsports, but also in the drive to relevant fuel technologies," said Scott Atherton, the president and CEO of the American Le Mans Series. "The American Le Mans Series was recently r...
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The Japanese Automakers? Campaign
2008-01-31 02:46:00
Spread of diseases, warmer waters and more hurricanes, increased probability and intensity of droughts and heat waves, economic consequences and polar ice caps melting - these are just some of the harmful risks of global warming on the environment and all living things in the planet, that's according to Environmental Graffiti, the third largest environmental blog worldwide.In their website, the group posted a question I'm sure everybody's also thinkingabout lately: So what is the solution? Followed by series of questions like: "Will shiny plants save us from global warming? Will we have to teach global warming for kids?"Japan automakers have an answer. And not only that, they also have a concrete solution. In AutoChannel last Sunday, Jiji Press reported that Japanese automakers are now speeding up their development of hydrogen-powered vehicles.By the end of this year, Honda Motors is expected to start leasing hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicles in Japan and the United States an...
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It?s Snow Time In Washington
2008-01-29 06:36:00
In the western part of the Washington state, people are now preparing for snowstorms. But sometimes, some people still try to travel despite such dire weather conditions. In the end, they only lose to Mother Nature. They have to abandon their vehicles - auto parts and all - and find their way to safety.But did you know that there is a right way of abandoning your vehicle during snowstorms? Yes, there actually is and that is according to PEMCO Insurance, one of the largest auto insurance companies in Washington. The spokesperson for PEMCO, Jon Osterberg, even shares that the best thing to do would be stay out of the roads and rather just stay inside their homes.Anyhow, I do hope you do not get caught in a snowstorm, but if fate has destined you to be in one, let me share with you these tips I caught at The Auto Channel.Try to get as far off the traveled roadway as you safely can.Turn on your flashers, and leave them on. A dead battery is better than causing an accident for which you ...
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Keeping In Control
2008-01-23 01:57:00
To car enthusiasts, speed and power spell control.Just recently, ten of the world's fastest cars for 2007 and 2008 were identified by supercars.org. Shelby SuperCars' Ultimate Aero topped the list with a speed of 257 miles per hour. Now recognized by the Guinness' Book of World Records, it was the first American-made car to grab the title. While a car's speed depends upon its size and weight, convenience doesn't depend on speed alone. What is there in driving fast if you'll find yourself uncomfortable?In order for anything to work efficiently, maintenance is a necessity for every car owner.Based on AAA's Make Sense of Car Care inspections, it was revealed that modern drivers' failure to take good basic care of their vehicles is the number one cause of inconveniences like breakdowns and even accidents.Just imagine yourself dealing with an overheated SSC Ultimate Aero's engine. Surely, you'll get a headache that is double than your car's radiator temperature. Equipping y...
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Top Ten Searched Vehicle Features
2008-01-19 02:51:00
Nowadays, new car shoppers are very particular in selecting vehicles. One of the major factors that attract customers is the offered features by a particular model. A car that exemplifies great quality and convenience is mostly the top choice for customers. Safety device like multi rib belts, interior standards and features are highly considered in picking the right vehicle.Customers opt for a vehicle that comes with great features and offers nothing but the best driving experience for new car shoppers. So, what are the top vehicle features that are regularly searched for? One of the country?s leading and biggest retailer of used cars, CarMax Inc., reports the top ten car features searched for in their site last December."People told us that generally they know the options that are important to them, but often don't know which vehicle makes and models offer them. Now that people are able to search by feature, it's interesting to see what they are looking for most frequently," Yaug...
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ALMS Testing Starts At Sebring
2008-01-13 07:58:00
Sebring International Raceway turns the green light on to signal the busy atmosphere. Why? Because race teams are getting ready for the much-awaited American Le Mans Series season. With the upcoming start of the ALMS, every team is checking on their engines, head gasket, and other race parts; making sure they?re all reliable. The testing performed by the participating teams is sending steams off the track.On Thursday, Team Cadillac was joined by Dyson Racing, Penske and the Flying Lizard at the legendary track to start the '08 testing season. In 2007, driver Andy Pilgrim propelled Cadillac to the SCCA SPEED World Challenge GT manufacturers championship with a victory in the series' season finale at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, reported Tampa Tribune.This season, Team Cadillac enlists 2004 SPEED World Challenge GT Rookie of the Year Michael McCann. He will be returning to the track where he savored his very first victory. "I won here in 2006 driving a Viper," McCann said. "I love thi...
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Let The Speed Do The Talking
2008-01-10 10:07:00
Automakers capitalize on hard work, technology, innovations, and lots of words. Ah-hah. They talk too much that they sometimes go overboard. Without them knowing it, they are etching a perpetual dent on their reputation.True, words are pretty essential in making a particular model sell. But lies could ruin everything. So let the truth be told. And the rest will follow.At present, General Motors is rebuilding its reputation. And how should it be done? A good start would be the introduction of Chevy Camaro SS, the performance version of a muscle car. Instead, Chevy chose the HHR, an SUV/car/retro-crossover thingy, to give the badge a Super Spark, writes Scott Burgess. It may not be my first choice, but surprisingly, the HHR SS was fast on the open desert roads, spirited on the track and an all-out hoot to rip around corners during my test drive in Phoenix, he adds.?The biggest improvement for the HHR SS is that engineers eliminated the car's torque steer,? notes Burgess. ?Front-wheel...
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Gas Price Is Number One Concern
2008-01-09 02:13:00
Nowadays, it is very evident that gas price is becoming the focal concern of every citizen in the country. Aside from maintaining our vehicle?s engine, valves, and all other auto parts, gas price is the number one pain in the pocket! It keeps on getting higher and higher. According to Auto Channel?s headline, Wall Street Journal/NBC News has released their latest poll and it revealed that Americans mentioned gasoline prices as the first economic problem that mainly concerns them."The best way to fight higher costs at the gas pump is to keep your vehicle running properly. You can't control the price of gas, but you can control how much gas you burn by proper maintenance and how you drive. Performing simple and inexpensive maintenance can save as much as $1200 a year in gas cost," says Rich White, the executive director of the Car Care Council.As a result, the Car Care Council advises everyone that putting off vehicle care and maintenance can make the situation even worse. Appropriat...
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GM Asks "What?s Next?"
2008-01-05 02:48:00
Everybody has a clear picture of the automotive industry in the future one way or another, and it?s seems to be as successful as the present time - or make it twice as successful! I can see car covers in the future, and they will be great for sure. But 20 years from now, what will power the planet?s vehicles? There are still unanswered questions? And GM also asks, "What?s next?"According the Auto Channel, assessments on matters like these will mostly figure transportation in the 21st century. GM will highlight its 100th anniversary by introducing a worldwide dialogue through a program called GMnext. This is intended to speed the process."We're starting our second century at a time of fundamental change in the auto industry. We'll use GMnext to introduce some of our ideas for addressing critical issues concerning energy, the environment and globalization. In the process, we also hope to spark a broader, global discussion on these important topics," said GM Chairman and CEO Rick Wag...

Carroll Shelby?s 85th Birthday
2008-01-03 03:07:00
The living legend Carroll Shelby with his Team Shelby and Shelby Automobiles will celebrate his 85th birthday with spectacular events that will take place in the Las Vegas factory on January 11-13, 2008. According to my source, the affair will consist of a chili cook off, an autograph session with Mr. Shelby and a variety of other activities like a car show, a 2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR exhibit, and open track sessions. This is definitely the most anticipated event in the first month of 2008! Smoking radiators are nothing compared to the heat of this upcoming occasion.?Carroll Shelby is an American hero who changed the face of automotive performance,? said Amy Boylan, the president of Shelby Automobiles. ?We?re going to kick off a year long celebration of this amazing man?s life with a serious party. Working with Team Shelby, we?ll throw a party Carroll?s way with lots of ways for enthusiasts to enjoy their cars. It will be one of the single most important events of 2008 for Shelby fa...
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Top 10 Lady?s Cars
2007-12-31 13:09:00
I was not really surprised upon knowing about BMW Z4 winning the Top 10 Most Luxurious Cars Driven by Women as released by the Forbesauto.com. Here is the Top Ten List.1. BMW Z4Primary driver: 61.18% femaleTotal respondents: 12,284*2. Audi A3Primary driver: 53.41% femaleTotal respondents: 8,040*3. Volvo S60Primary driver: 52.72% femaleTotal respondents: 25,753*4. Volvo V70 and C70Primary driver: 50.61% femaleTotal respondents: 22,681*5. Lincoln Zephyr/MKZPrimary driver: 50.32% femaleTotal respondents: 33,114*6. Volvo S40Primary driver: 50.27% femaleTotal respondents: 24,566*7. Audi A6Primary driver: 50.16% femaleTotal respondents: 16,216*8. Land Rover Range Rover SportPrimary driver: 50.071% femaleTotal respondents: 18,757*9. Cadillac SRXPrimary driver: 50.070% femaleTotal respondents: 22,04310. Lexus ISPrimary driver: 50.069% femaleTotal respondents: 54,267*According to Forbesauto.com about BMW Z4, ?Like a model athlete, the winner of our list is a stellar yet c...
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The 2008 North American International Auto Show
2007-12-30 13:45:00
Calling all American car aficionados! The 2008 North American International Auto Show is underway and it is expected to be as exciting as ever. According to TheAutoChannel.com, automotive industry insiders will come together at Cobo Center in Detroit for the 2008 North American International Auto Show on Wednesday, Jan. 16 from noon to 9 p.m. and Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Radiators will surely heat up during this event!"Each year we look forward to hosting this exclusive opportunity for industry professionals to get a preview of the many fantastic attractions at the NAIAS," said Carl Galeana, senior co-chairman for the NAIAS 2008. "Industry Preview provides a unique occasion for industry insiders to network, attend informative special events on design and automotive trends, and get a sneak peek of the show before it opens to the public."Here are the featured events during the NAIAS 2008 Industry Preview courtesy of the Auto Channel:?15th Annual AutoWeek Design Fo...

Nissan To Showcase FORUM Concept At NAIAS
2007-12-19 02:29:00
The 2008 North American International Auto Show is just around the corner and automakers are already announcing what vehicles they will be showcasing at the said event. Nissan is one of these automakers and the company announced that they would be unveiling the FORUM concept developed by Nissan Design America. According to The Auto Channel, "as its name suggests, FORUM is conceived as a "gathering place," bringing adults and children together in two independent but linked "zones." Targeting families with older children who not only can entertain themselves but also demand to, FORUM respects the needs and desires of both grownups and kids." Rachel Nguyen, director for advanced planning and strategy had this to say: "From a conceptual standpoint, FORUM is closer to a family limousine than the minivans Gen Xers have grown up with. But unlike a real limo - or sometimes traditional minivans - the FORUM driver is just as important as the passengers. It offers a sophisticated ...
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TRW Builds A Steering System Plant in Slovakia
2007-12-17 03:06:00
This new movement also supports the Support Electric Steering System s Growth. TRW plans to build another Slovakia n plant in order to manufacture this first class steering system to push through its reputation as the leader in the electric steering systems global market."This new facility enables us to continue to provide our outstanding quality products with a more efficient cost base to support our global steering systems customers. The new site in Nove Mesto nad Vahom will supply precision brushless motor technology across our full range of electric steering systems,? said Steve Lunn, the executive vice president as well as chief operating officer of TRW Automotive.Plant manager Chris Moorhouse also added: "This new facility is a state-of- the-art manufacturing site with the very latest machinery and technology, including six-axis robots, vision recognition systems and in-process precision CNC machining centers. We have been fortunate to have secured an excellent, highly skilled w...
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Mazda CX-9 Proclaimed As Finalist For 2008 North American Truck of the Year
2007-12-15 02:37:00
The competition for the 2008 North American Truck of the Year just keeps getting fiercer and more exciting! One of the finalists for the said award is no other than the super Mazda CX-9. The CX-9 was named one of the three selected finalists at the Detroit Economic Club luncheon yesterday afternoon. The North American Truck of the Year (NATOY) consists of 48 members for their panel of judges which are all automotive journalists from different groups and companies in North America. There were a total of 13 contenders for the NATOY award and it was trimmed down to only three finalists after a thorough evaluation of each vehicle?s performance and parts such as their performance pulleys.According to The Auto Channel, the ultimate winner of the NATOY award will be announced on the first press day of the North American International Auto Show which will be held in Detroit on January 13, 2008."We are extremely honored the Mazda CX-9 was named a finalist for such a prestigious award and ple...

Teen Driving Safety Promoted
2007-12-11 02:15:00
With the increasing number of teens being given the license to drive their own vehicles, the number of teen fatalities in car crashes has also risen. To fight this problem, a lot of steps have been formulated like giving tips to teen drivers on how to properly drive. Recently, Allstate Foundation created a contest to see who can make up a tune about driving smart. Teens across the country were urged to join. At the end of the day, it was Danny Luebke and Carl Turner, both 18 from New Prague, Minnesota took the grand prize of $15,000. According to The Auto Channel, Turner had this to say: "It's still so unreal. We're really excited about this -- performing was crazy, there were thousands of people there. Danny and I are so happy to have learned about Keep the Drive and The Allstate Foundation; we hope our all the other teens out there will check our song out on HolidayHolla.com and drive smarter as a result." The mechanics of the contest involves teen creating a ver...
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Playboy Picks 2008 Hottest Cars
2007-12-08 09:23:00
This year, what cars will be the hottest? What cars will make your jaw drop? Let?s hear it from Playboy?According to Playboy's "2008 Cars of the Year," a high-performance hybrid surges past competitors, a European import squeezes to the top, and a luxury automaker offers one of the most fuel efficient and affordable vehicles on the road.Playboy?s top picks were selected by an expert team of automotive writers who traveled the world and test drove every new model hitting the showroom floor this year. The vehicles were taken on the sharpest turns, most challenging curves, and the steepest hills to properly separate the superlative from the mediocre, reports said.The cars are not equipped with traditional auto equipment and accessories such as the Mercedes C32 AMG parts. They have far better features to show off?Playboy?s Featured Cars:PLAYBOY'S 2008 CAR OF THE YEAR: Audi R8This mid engine sexpot boasts a 420 bhp, 4.2-liter V8, and hits zero to 60 in a sexy 4.4 secondsBEST LUXURY SPO...

Challenger To Go $20K Over Sticker
2007-12-07 13:50:00
Dodge Challenger isn?t that affordable. What is surprising is that the automaker is adding $20,000 over its $40,000 sticker price for the earliest top-of-the-line production cars. But what is more surprising is the fact that shoppers are already lining despite the increase in price to be the first to own Dodge?s classic muscle car.The muscle car from the 70?s has only been shown as a concept car. The actual production car won't be revealed until the Chicago Auto Show on Feb. 6, reported CNN. The cars will be offered for sale next spring.But Chrysler, which makes Dodge cars, announced pricing in November for the high-performance SRT8 version of the car and allowed dealers to begin taking orders on Dec. 3. The MSRP for the upcoming Challenger SRT8 is $37,995, not including an expected gas guzzler tax that could add more than $2,000.The coupes will be powered by a 6.1-liter V8 engine capable of producing about 425 horsepower. The 2008 SRT8 version will be produced as a "limited editio...
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Car And Driver Magazine’s 2008 10 Best Cars
2007-12-04 08:12:00
It‘s fun when you get to see thousands of snowflakes coming down from the sky during breakfast time while sipping a mug of hot chocolate to warm our bodies in the blistering cold! But there’s something more fascinating than this and it's no other than the 10 best cars from the Car and Driver Magazine for their 26th annual 2008 January Issue. The special issue is already out today in every newsstand nearby! What are you waiting for? After cleaning your Acura brake dust shield, go get your own copy.Anyway, here are the 2008 "10Best" awardees (in alphabetical order); followed by the number of times every model has made the list also published from my source:BMW 3-Series (17)Cadillac CTS (1)Chevrolet Corvette (14)Chevrolet Malibu (1)Honda Accord (22)Honda Fit (2)Mazda MX-5 (9)Mazdaspeed 3 (2)Porsche Boxster/Cayman (9)Volkswagen GTI (3)* *Award is for GTI model only"The increased competition between domestic and foreign manufacturers has created a tougher annual contest, but the eig...
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And The Winner Is?
2007-11-30 03:05:00
Well, the 2009 Nissan Murano was one among the cars at the LA Auto Show that received the Winner tag. The tag was given by three men from cars.com namely, David Thomas, Joe Wiesenfelder and Mike Hanley. These guys are all experts in terms of cars and they certainly know how every car part functions may it be the Acura air filter recharge kit or bumper.Here are the comments of these three men towards the 2009 Nissan Murano.David Thomas:WinnerNissan whooped up on everybody in L.A. The GT-R stunned the car-guy crowd, whilethe new Murano won over the practical folks looking for an SUV. The interior hadInfiniti-level luxury, the power flip-down rear seats were practical, and thestyling up front was crazy, but in a good way. Joe Wiesenfelder:WinnerExcellent job on the interior; it's rich and comfortable. (If it seems likewe're fixated on interior quality, it's because you shoppers have proved to be,too.) I still don't like knob interfaces for audio/climate control/navigationsystems, a...