Category: Auto
How smart are our smart cars?
The prodigal son of the auto industry DON’T LET YOUR PETITE LOOK mistake you for its excellent performance on modern roads – the “ForTwo” Microcity Coupe is just over 8 feet long, less than 5 feet wide and 5 feet tall. Weighing 818 kilograms and 3 feet shorter than a Mini Cooper, these Vikings have…
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Honda Ridgeline Gas Mileage – How To Improve It With Minimal Outlay
In 2008 we have seen record gas prices and then prices fell back to pre-2007 prices. People are looking for ways to improve gas mileage, but they still want SUVs and trucks. One of the most popular vehicles in 2008 is the Honda Ridgeline. Let’s take a look at how to improve Honda Ridgeline gas…
Read More First Automobile Works (FAW) – China Aggressive Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Manufacturer – Part 2
This is Part 2 of a two-part series. In Part 1, we look at the history of First Automobile Works (FAW) and its collaboration with Toyota. In this Part article, we will discuss FAW’s recent progress in commercializing hybrid buses. China FAW Group Corporation is currently considered the number one automobile manufacturer in China, and…
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The Volkswagen Polo: reassuringly expensive
If there is one lesson that life has repeatedly taught me in my time, it would be this; you get what you pay for. This extends to all available consumer items and is not exclusive to any particular product. I can give you some select examples from my own existence if you want. A cheap…
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The history of the Ford Pinto: one of the worst cars ever made
The Ford Pinto was Ford’s first domestic subcompact car. It was marketed in 1970 with competitors such as AMC Gremlin, Chevrolet Vega, and imports from Volkswagen, Datsun, and Toyota. It was a very popular car with 100,000 units delivered in January 1971. A version produced under the Lincoln Mercury name was called the Bobcat. The…
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Six cheapest and best-selling hybrid cars
If you are planning to go green, then you must take that passion and apply it to your cars as well. Today, you will find a multitude of fuel-efficient cars that consume less fuel than normal ones, helping to conserve the environment. These hybrid cars are equipped with a gasoline engine and an electric motor.…
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What sets the 2012 Chrysler Town and Country apart from the rest?
The solid and reliable, yet elegant and luxurious, Chrysler Town and Country minivan received a complete redesign in 2011, and the 2012 model features minor enhancements and new features that take the redesign to its full potential for safety, comfort and performance. Town and Country sets itself apart from its competitors by a higher-performance engine,…
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Get the best taxi services in Paris to travel
Many businesses and jobs require constant travel from one place to another. This can be national or international. Therefore, the business class are busy people eager to meet deadlines and who are running out of time due to tight schedules. For this reason, entrepreneurs are likely to be confused when choosing a different travel company.…
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Choosing a new set of tires for your vehicle
Do you want to change the wheels of your Honda, Mercedes, BMW, Chevrolet, Ford or other? There are several reasons why you might consider changing your wheels or tires. The first reason many people buy aftermarket tire and wheel packages for their car is looks. Buying a new aftermarket wheelset for your trip really makes…
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Why the delay in the massive take-up of electric cars?
It’s been a few years since various electric saloons started receiving rave reviews, notably, of course, the Tesla range. Not only were they generating good performance figures, but aspects such as their autonomy and recharge times seemed to indicate that they were practical. Therefore, no one had to think about making a trip of 500…
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