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| Vantage makes vroom for improvement |
| 2008-05-23 23:00:20 |
Aston Martin has tweaked its V8 Vantage to up the already impressive 283 kW developed by the current powerplant. This is the first change made to the Vantage since the first deliveries were made in 2005. The main update comprises an additional 0,4-litres of displacement, which pushes the longitudinal V8 into 4,7-litre territory. The maximum power output is now 313 kW and peak torque is up 60 N.m to 470 N.m. According to Aston martin, the modifications allow the V8 Vantage to crack the zero to 100 km/h run in just under five seconds, and reach a top speed of 290 km/h. Aston Martin also claims that the revised Sportshift transmission, amongst other efficiency measures, improves the fuel economy and CO2 emissions by 13 percent.The cabin of the Vantage also sees a bit o...
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| Easy Maintenance Tips to Improve Fuel Mileage |
| 2008-05-23 04:53:12 |
(NewsUSA) - When gas prices rise, Americans start feeling a pinch where it hurts -; in their pocketbooks.But gas prices are no reason to stay home. AAA has some useful tips to help maximize your vehicle's fuel efficiency.First, perform basic vehicle checks that will help maximize your miles per gallon:- Check your air filter twice a year. A dirty filter reduces performance and increases fuel consumption.- Check your tires monthly, and inflate to the recommended pressure. Under-inflated tires not only increase fuel use, they are a safety hazard.Second, listen when your vehicle tells you something is wrong. Take your car in for service right away if you experience:- Engine bucking, surging, stalling, misfire or poor performa...
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| Improve Your Gas Mileage: Car Tricks |
| 2008-05-23 04:52:25 |
The condition of your vehicle affects your gas mileage rate, so taking the time to keep your car tuned up and tracking some key issues will help you increase your overall mileage.Cool ItWhile not directly related to your car's maintenance, the air conditioner in your vehicle may work for or against you. Running the air constantly, at a high level, will likely affect your overall gas mileage performance. It takes energy to run the AC, which means that it takes more energy overall to move the vehicle from Point A to Point B. Consider not using the AC, or keeping it on a lower setting. However, also keep in mind that driving with the windows open can affect the aerodynamics of your vehicle, which also means more energy is needed to move the vehicle. Your car's make and model will have some...
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| Ferrari California |
| 2008-05-18 20:15:30 |
Ferrari has just released official photographs of its California, set to be unveiled the Paris Motor Show in October. The new model, which joins the flagship 612 Scaglietti in the Grand Tourer segment, will be available exclusively as a convertible with a folding hard top. As with other Ferraris, both the chassis and bodywork are aluminum, but the California will be powered by a new mid-front mounted V8 engine for the first in the marque's history. Sporting classic Ferrari styling cues, the new model also features several innovations. Apart from its folding hard top, the original 2+ concept is also said to guarantee exceptional versatility at the rear of the car. The cabin has been trimmed by Ferrari's own artisans u...
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| Audi TT Clubsport |
| 2008-05-18 20:13:51 |
Here’s one Audi TT that’s really mean and roofless! Our spies have the first pictures of the stunning new Clubsport version of the stylish German roadster. The special, stripped-out model boasts aggressive new looks and a powerful 300bhp motor.As you can see, the newcomer is showroom-ready and takes its design cues from the concept that wowed crowds at the Essen Motor Show, Germany last November.As a result, the Clubsport will certainly turn heads. At the front there is a deeper front bumper than the standard car, while bulging wheelarches and deep side skirts feature down the sides.But the big news is above the waistline. Like the classic Porsche Speedster of the Fifties, the drop-top Audi gets a chopped down windscreen and distinctive sloping slide gla...
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| Getting More Miles Out of Your Car: |
| 2008-05-18 01:47:37 |
The following are some tips that will help you to get more miles out of your vehicle.First, consider, does your vehicle actually have the ability to run many miles without incurring costly repairs? Find out by visiting a public library to consult the frequency-of-repair information in the April magazine issue of Consumer Reports. If your vehicle has a poor repair history, consider buying a vehicle that has better ratings and fuel efficiency.If you want to extend the life of your vehicle, at the beginning of each month, have the engine oil level checked to make certain that it is at the full-level mark on the dipstick. Buying two quarts of oil that are on sale and keeping it in the trunk, will enable you to avoid getting stuck paying three times what the oil should cost. Be certain to only ...
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| 2008 Pontiac G8 - Review |
| 2008-05-16 02:29:24 |
The official replacement for the Pontiac Grand Prix has been announced as the brand new, rear wheel drive 2008 Pontiac G8. This full-size, 4-door, performance oriented sedan comes as the base model G8 with a V6 engine and the supercharged G8 GT with a V8. This solid performer is reminiscent of the Pontiac's that used to excite and inspire-and at under $30,000, both models are priced well below similarly equipped sedans on the market today.The G8 debuted at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show and has been scheduled to hit the streets sometime during the first quarter of 2008. The G8 has clean lines and a strong shouldered appearance, accented by a dual port chrome grille with black inserts, dual polished stainless steel exhaust tips, dual hood scoops, tinted glass ...
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| Canadian Union Reaches Agreements with GM, Chrysler |
| 2008-05-16 02:27:16 |
According to a spokesperson for the Canadian Auto Workers, a marathon round of night-time negotiations resulted in a new contract agreement between the CAW and General Motors and the union has also achieved an "in principle" agreement with Chrysler LLC.Shannon Devine of the CAW, speaking to Reuters, announced the tentative GM agreement and said reporters would receive a more thorough briefing later in the day on Thursday, May 15. General Motors spokeswoman Patty Faith confirmed that a deal had been reached.Of the situation with Chrysler LLC, CAW President Buzz Hargrove said, "We have an agreement in principle on all the outstanding issues. Our people are working on the language." Earlier Hargrove had indicated that the de...
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| 308 SW: Welcoming and practical for improved driving enjoyment |
| 2008-05-15 04:09:10 |
Just a few months after the launch of the new 308 hatchback into the medium car segment, Peugeot now presents the SW version. The 308 SW was fi rst unveiled in the form of a concept car at last year’s Frankfurt Motor Show. It builds further on the appeal of the 307 SW and estate versions, whose attractive and innovative packaging has won over the hearts of nearly 900,000 customers in the six years since they fi rst appeared on the market. The 307 SW is a unique and original concept which combines a number of strengths such as driving enjoyment, onboard comfort and convenience, comprehensive equipment levels and good load carrying abilities. Since its launch it has been very well received by the car buying public. It has been especially successful with i...
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| Peugeot wins "Engine of the Year" award |
| 2008-05-15 04:08:43 |
Power your fleet with an award-winning engine… courtesy of Peugeot!The 2008 International Engine of the Year Awards saw PSA Peugeot Citroën awarded best engine in the 1.4 to 1.8 litre category.The 1.6-litre 4-cylinder direct injection, twin turbo petrol engine – jointly developed by PSA Peugeot Citroën and BMW Group – won the key title for the second year running.Currently fitted in the Peugeot 207 and 308, it is the largest of a family of engines ranging between 120 and 175 hp.The International Engine of the Year Awards are some of the automotive industry’s most sought-after accolades. The panel of 65 judges are all motoring journalists from around the world. They drive the latest cars and identify the powerpla...
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| The 207 adopts the 2 Tronic gearbox |
| 2008-05-14 18:07:43 |
The 207 adopts the 2 Tronic gearboxWith sales of the 207 having recently topped the one million mark, the hatchback is now available in a new version featuring an electronically controlled "2 Tronic" manual gearbox. Nearly two years after its launch, the 207 has risen to the number one place in its segment on the European market thanks to its attractive feline style, its high level of road holding and its strong safety specification.Buyers can opt for their "own" 207 since it is available in a number of different body shapes with equipment worthy of higher segment vehicles and, for the hatchback, a range now including 10 power trains. This new 2 Tronic 207 is aimed particularly at urban customers in search of an accessible and highly versatile car....
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| Second Life: The 2008 Peugeot Design Contest takes on a virtual dimension |
| 2008-05-14 08:36:18 |
A virtual dimension for the 2008 Peugeot Design Contest To accompany the 2008 Peugeot Design Contest which was kicked off on 20 April last at the Beijing Motor Show, Peugeot is creating its designer community on Second Life and organising a virtual contest.On Second Life, all those avatars who are fans of automotive design will very soon be able to meet on Peugeot Island (address of the island: 204,206,23) on which a design area accessible by teleportation is dedicated to them. This area is represented by 4 spheres and a ring. Each sphere is a specific area made available to the visitors with a media area recountin...
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| Workers at GM factory in Ohio prepare to strike |
| 2008-05-14 08:33:29 |
DETROIT -- Workers at a General Motors Corp. metal stamping plant in Ohio have threatened to go on strike Thursday in a dispute over local contract issues, a GM spokesman said today. UAW Local 549 in Ontario, Ohio, near Mansfield has given the company notice that it will strike at 10 a.m., spokesman Dan Flores said. The company and local have been negotiating for months over local contract issues, which govern such items as overtime, work rules and job duties. A message was left for local President Pam Drake. Local plants negotiate their own operating agreements separate from the national contract, which was settled last year. The Ontario plant employs about 1,650 hourly workers, according to GM's Web site. If it occu...
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| VW could build Porsches in U.S. |
| 2008-05-14 08:24:25 |
MUNICH -- Volkswagen could build Porsche's Cayenne SUV at its new U.S. plant. The German business newspaper Handelsblatt today reported that VW could build Porsche's premium SUV in a new factory it plans to open in the U.S. in 2010. The newspaper cited internal VW sources. VW spokesman Andreas Meurer today did not deny that VW could build Porsche vehicles in the U.S. "When we discuss whether to build the [VW] Touareg and [Audi] Q7 in the USA, we also talk about the Cayenne," Meurer told Automotive News Europe. The Touareg, Q7 and Cayenne share the same platform and are built in VW's factory in Bratislava, Slovakia. Meurer confirmed that the 150,000-unit U.S. plant will initially build the VW Jetta sedan and an all-new sedan that will be about the same size as the VW Passat. He also confirm...
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