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Carfax Warns About Rebuilt Wrecks
2008-03-06 02:25:51
Carfax is warning consumers that there are a lot of cars wrecked and then reassembled to be sold again to unknowing consumers. So, basically, if you have no papers to confirm the history of a vehicle you are buying, you might end up purchasing a vehicle which has been involved in an accident therefore, stability and safety is already compromised....
 
New SUV Crash Test: Nissan Murano On Top
2008-02-29 01:48:26
The latest SUV crash test result is already out today. And the 2009 Nissan Murano notched the Top Safety Pick award. The Murano was the chosen ultimate safety performer with great scores in side, and rear tests out of nine 4-door midsize SUV models by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Mazda's CX-7 and CX-9 models along with the Mitsubishi Endeavor notched good ratings for protection in front and side crashes....
 
AutoTrader's Team Up With NBA Succeed
2008-02-25 20:01:42
This year's NBA All-Star was a success! Dwight Howard I snow officially Superman and the LeBron James is putting up a great case for the Podoloff trophy. But the event was not only successful for the NBA but also for AutoTrader. AutoTrader for those not familiar with the site is a company specializing in bringing together auto buyers and sellers. During the All-Star weekend, AutoTrader decided to team up with the NBA and the result is really good....
 
Teen Driving And Finance ManagementTeen Driving And Finance Management
2008-02-14 00:56:24
When parents finally grant their teen the privilege to drive their own car, along with this opportunity comes great responsibility, and that is basic personal money management....
 
Stand Up For Your Right
2008-02-09 01:42:14
Let's face it, no matter how we trust in the goodness of man, there will always be those people who would lie and cheat. For example, if you have to have your vehicle repaired, you may have the unfortunate decision of bringing it to a repair shop with dishonest technicians or owners. Luckily for us, Yahoo! Autos has published some tips as to what we can do if we know we have been ripped off....
 
Ford's Continuing Care
2008-02-08 01:15:48
Ford holds on to its commitment in supporting cancer patients particularly the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute. Once again, the Ford Motor Company Fund has expressed their care and responded to the needs of the institution by upgrading its nurse paging system....
 
"Green Car Fever"
2008-02-05 03:21:30
Well, buying your own hybrid car could be one great move. A 2008 Lexus LS600H perhaps? How about a 2007 Ford Escape? The 2007 Honda Accord could also be a nice choice as well the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. But let's see the price. All those hybrid cars cost at least $19,425.00 to $104,000.00....
 
Wanted: Auto Market Influentials
2008-01-28 22:38:24
"Influentials" in the automotive market are American adults who possess an extremely powerful self-image of being a vehicle genius - persons with extraordinary knowledge on vehicles. And guess what? These people just couldn't stop themselves from influencing others (especially new car buyers) to take the brand of their choice....
 
Chevys At The 2008 GRAMMY Awards
2008-01-25 19:22:29
The much awaited event in the music industry, the 50th Annual GRAMMY Awards, is all set by next month to recognize various artists who generated a big bang in the business. And a lineup of eco-friendly vehicles from Chevrolet will be present....
 
Paint The Race Track Green
2008-01-22 01:17:42
ALMS recently announced a partnership with the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Agency. The said partnership mandates more "green" racing principles this season. The racing series is overwhelmed with manufacturers which will all be turning green. The list includes Acura, Aston Martin, Audi, Chevrolet, Dodge, Ferrari, Ford, Mazda, Panoz, Porsche, and Saleen. They will compete against each other using the green racing technology....
 
The Green Side Of The 2008 Detroit Auto Show!
2008-01-17 01:03:50
The show highlights the latest concept and production cars from different renowned manufacturers. Event coordinators expect that over 50 concept cars and production vehicles will have their worldwide launching or North American debut at the show. "We are expecting a very strong show....
 
Genesis To Grace NAIAS
2008-01-12 00:25:56
According to the report: "Genesis is built on Hyundai's all-new, performance-driven rear-wheel-drive architecture. It offers three powertrains, including 3.3-liter and 3.8-liter V6 engines, and Hyundai's all-new 4.6-liter Tau V8. Tau will produce an estimated 368 horsepower on regular fuel, and lead all its competitors in specific output with 80 horsepower per liter. With technology rivaling more expensive luxury sedans, Genesis showcases features such as XM NavTraffic, Adaptive Front Lighting S...
 
Honda Canada Sets All-Time Record
2008-01-10 02:28:25
Honda Canada Inc. reported combined record December sales of 17,817 units by its Honda and Acura divisions - a 12% year over year raise. The Honda Automobile Division reported record December sales of 15,542 units, up 10%, and Acura Division reported record December sales of 2,275 units, up 27% over last year....
 
New Year Resolutions For Automakers
2008-01-04 00:19:24
In the auto industry, scrutiny is something constant. But it is more intense at the start of every year. As for General Motors, it is smooth development of the battery packs for its Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle, because Detroit already has enough car fires....
 
Put The Map In Your Road Machine
2007-12-29 02:18:42
Truly, global positioning satellite (GPS) navigation systems, which provide both visual and audio directions, boost your driving experience. But the query is: will you order a pre-installed or purchase a navigation device? Well, both the options have their set of pros and cons....
 
Alliance Reacts To EPA Decision
2007-12-25 23:35:07
The call for a greener auto industry has been increasing. Government agencies are taking actions to reduce the fuel consumption of vehicles manufactured by automakers. Automakers on the other hand are appealing to lawmakers to not be too harsh with them as it would likely result to costly production of green vehicles....
 
Chrysler LLC: Connecting U.S. Military Families
2007-12-25 23:04:40
This holiday season, Christmas won't be complete without celebrating the yuletide season with our loved ones, right? But how about those who live far away from their families, specifically the U.S troops who were sent to Iraq for a very crucial operation?...
 
Winners of 2007 'China Heart' Engine Awards
2007-12-18 23:49:56
The best ten engines for the China Heart awards were chosen by an independent assessing board of judges representing the first-ever engine evaluation event in China. The group was comprised of 14 members from research agencies, universities and the media....
 
Jim Lentz At The Senate
2007-12-17 23:33:40
The Toyota Motor Corporation congratulated the senate for passing the new CAFE legislation. This particular new regulation is very important to the car industry as well as to the entire nation. This will help in the attainment of a greener environment reducing the green house effect. The senate is one among the most important factors to consider in the attainment of any plans for the car industry....
 
Jag /LR Develops Advanced Design Machine
2007-12-15 01:28:57
British brands Jaguar and Land Rover are still owned by Ford and it looks as if these two brands are doing their share in the turnaround plan being orchestrated by the Dearborn automaker. Recently, the two automotive brands announced that they have designed a groundbreaking design facility which will make it easier for them to design advanced vehicles....
 
Consider Your Car's Resale Value
2007-12-12 01:29:30
Watchers in the auto industry often say shoppers only consider the best deal they can have on the price. They forget the longer ownership costs. Kelley Blue Book recently named the top 10 models that should retain more of their value by 2013 than the average vehicle. The list includes a smattering of economy, luxury and sporty cars....
 
Powerfully Persuasive Or Persuasively Powerful?
2007-12-11 02:23:11
Not all cars are powerful. Not all cars are persuasive. Also, not all powerful cars are persuasive. And vice versa. This leads me back to the query: power versus persuasion, which will you choose?...
 
AJAC Announces "Best New" Vehicles For 2008
2007-12-07 03:09:23
The aim of the Canadian Car of the Year (CCOTY) awards program, created by journalist members of AJAC, is to offer consumers with sound, comparative information on vehicles that are new to the market. The tough annual TestFest evaluation program includes real world driving on public roads, exactly where shoppers drive so that the test and vote results are directly relevant to potential car and truck purchasers....
 
Little Cars Got Big Titles
2007-12-06 00:42:42
The annual Car of the Year awards season has started, with 3 of the main titles so far up for grabs going to smaller, more affordable cars, as high performance machines and SUVs begin to feel pressure not only from green lobbyists but also from voting juries....
 
Motorcycle Radiation Related To Cancer Risks?
2007-12-05 00:11:55
Author Randall Dale Chipkar published a book entitled "Motorcycle Cancer?" Are motorcycles killing us with cancers of the prostate, colon, kidney, bone, etc? Chipkar intends to share his analysis and hopes to create worldwide awareness about this possibly shocking breakthrough....
 
Mileage And The American Drivers
2007-12-03 23:18:39
You probably have heard of the probable mileage standards. Congress is poised to exponentially improve gas mileage so the august body is working on an efficient bill to work on the matter. The new standards could alter the economics of driving: The cost of new cars would at first increase but over time be offset by savings at the pump...
 
What They Say About The New 2009 Lincoln MKS
2007-11-30 00:44:02
David Thomas, Joe Wiesenfelder and Mike Hanley were the three Cars.com staff to say something about the newest 2009 Lincoln MKS. David Thomas thinks the new car is a Loser....
 
Australia's Car Of The Year Goes To?
2007-11-27 02:31:55
Australia's choice is a Hyundai car? Definitely this is astonishing! But we have to give credit to Hyundai for rising to the occasion and for the past successful year of being competitive in the auto industry. Hyundai has attained a major coup, whipping a field of the world's greatest cars to earn the 2007 CARSguide Car of the Year award with its diesel-powered i30 hatchback....
 
Ford Unveils Verve In China
2007-11-22 00:25:22
The second Verve Concept was unveiled at the Guangzhou International Auto Show to show that the Asian auto market is becoming more and more important for the Dearborn car manufacturer. Just like the first Verve Concept, the second Verve incorporates European design....
 
Hybrid Tidbits Divulged!
2007-11-17 03:55:16
GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz recently revealed that support of technology, not congressional intervention, is the best way to wean the company off foreign oil, but that GM will comply with the law if Congress raises fuel economy standards....
 
Small Cars On The Tokyo Motor Show
2007-11-17 03:02:00
It looks like Japan is going to embrace a new car type in its car industry as the Tokyo Motor Show reveals a few models coming from the local car makers. These models are not the same old sedans or hatchbacks - the models are small cars that have been made to be concept cars....
 
Chrysler and Dodge Get Award
2007-11-14 04:05:25
"For 20 years, Popular Science's 'Best of What's New' awards have honored the innovations that make a positive impact on life today and change our views of the future. PopSci's editors evaluate thousands of products each year to develop this thoughtful list. There's no higher accolade Popular Science can give," said Mark Jannot, Editor and Chief of Popular Science Magazine....
 
1900 Lohner-Porsche: Hybrid Drive's Forerunner
2007-11-13 02:42:23
With its future-oriented electric motors in the wheel hubs, the Lohner-Porsche was acknowledged as the absolute sensation at the Paris World Fair in 1900. On loan from the Technical Museum in Vienna, Austria, this outstanding achievement in technology protected today as a universal monument is now to be seen the first time outside of Europe at an auto show....
 
25 Years Of Honda Efficiency
2007-11-07 02:36:33
Although Toyota is the fastest growing Japanese automaker, it does not hold the record of being the first Japanese outfit to manufacture vehicles in the United States. That record is held by Honda. In 1982, the Japanese automaker started production on their Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio. Said facility recently celebrated 25 years of production excellence on North American soil....
 
Jay Leno's Z06-based Chevrolet Corvette C6RS
2007-10-30 04:13:01
If it's Jay Leno's car, expect it to be extra special! The car geek comedian has carried out the best vehicles out from his lovely garage and this time, Jay Leno is all set once more to astound the world with one of his babies - the Z06-based Chevrolet Corvette C6RS!...
 
Acura Ups The Ante For 2009
2007-10-26 03:17:50
It can be recalled that the luxury division of Honda Motor Co. has introduced 3 new product lines in an effort to upscale the brand. The cars include the sporty RDX and MDX sport utilities; and the TL-S Type entry-level luxury sport sedan. The RDX is designed to cater to the needs of urban families who have adventurous and active lifestyles....
 
Honda Says No To Plug-In Cars
2007-10-26 03:12:45
Honda Motor Corporation is doing their best to build a hybrid-only family car coming this 2009. The news is not new to us since they have been planning to build a hybrid-only compact car which they say would compete with the Toyota's Prius....
 
Car Expo Showcases Alternative Cars
2007-10-23 04:00:28
Major automakers like Ford, Toyota, Volkswagen, and others are producing green vehicles. Ford and Toyota manufactures hybrid vehicles. Volkswagen on the other hand is focusing on the development of clean diesel engines. But major automakers are not the only ones developing green cars. The Alternative Energy and Transportation Expo featuring AltCar is one event where green cars manufactured by not so popular automakers are showcased....
 
Tips For 'Street Safe Teens'
2007-10-19 04:10:07
There are cases in which teen drivers are frequently involved in road accidents and fatalities. To help lessen this bad occurrence, Safe Auto Insurance offers tips for a safer street for teens. Safe Auto Insurance Company president, Jon Diamond, is aware of the hazards teenage drivers face each and every day. This is why Jon Diamond is involving himself in a television promotions meant for keeping teenage drivers safe and sound....
 
Price For Z Car Out
2007-10-16 20:12:10
The Z lineup of the Japanese automaker has been a constant favorite of those who are looking for fast cars with good reliability and fuel efficiency. For the 2008 model year, Nissan has improved the 350Z lineup. This year, the Z car will be offered as either a coupe or a roadster. The lineup is composed of five models for the coupe body style and three models for the roadster style....
 
 
 
 
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