Category: Auto
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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Is a 6-cylinder SUV better than a 4-cylinder?
Buying a new or used car requires doing your research first, you want to get the best vehicle for your money and when it comes to engine size and how much power is needed in your sport utility vehicle, it is good to know the difference between a 6 cylinder vs. 4 cylinders. Some things…
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Benefits of owning a Volkswagen Beetle
The Volkswagen Beetle is a car known for many things, such as good construction, wonderful safety features, and more. There are many wonderful Volkswagen models available these days, however the Beetle has something special that many people look for in a car. Listed below are some of the often mentioned benefits of owning such a…
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Junk Cars & Junk Car Disposal: How To Choose The Best Service
There are many junk removal services that work to meet the different needs of the community. Many of them are night flight companies that cannot handle all types of cars and trucks. That is why using a service for the entire province is often the best solution for your needs. Provincial-level companies have more scope…
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The 2011 Green Car award finalists
The Green Car of the Year award is a program designed by Green Car Diary recognize and honor vehicles that demonstrate environmental leadership. For the sixth year in a row, the winner will be announced at the Los Angeles Auto Show on November 18, 2011. This year, the 2011 nominees have been narrowed down to…
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Versimetric Elevators Vs Symmetric Elevators
Some auto repair shops lack the proper lifting equipment and have no choice but to lift larger vehicles with insufficiently equipped asymmetric or symmetrical car lifts. The result is compromised safety and an unnecessarily compromised vehicle and lift. Lifting large trucks and SUVs with an asymmetric lift can cause undue wear on the lift, such…
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How to Reset Ford Vintage 4 Speed Gear Shift Knobs
Restoring vintage Ford 4 speed gear shift knobs is a pretty simple project. To make the job easier, you will need a drill press, 1 / 2-20 tap, different grits of sandpaper, rubbing compound. Other supplies you will need include Armor All, Mink Oil, and white appliance touch-up paint. To get started you will need…
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Save money with a fuel-efficient car
Improved fuel economy saves you cash every time you fill up your tank! Fuel efficiency is a huge financial consideration when buying a car. In fact, buying a car that is 10 miles per gallon more fuel efficient than another option you might be interested in can save you up to $ 10,000 over the…
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America’s Greatest Destroyer of Riches (A Humble Opinion)
Let’s talk about cars, specifically car leases Average life of a car in the 60s – 6 to 8 years Average life of a car manufactured today: 15 to 20 years So what happened? Technology and innovation! As in the case of humans, this century has seen an exponential increase in the useful life of…
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Solo travel destinations, new places to travel alone Part 8 – Ecuador
Ecuador is off the beaten track, but still features multiple vacation options. The Pacific coast offers relaxing beaches, while the Amazon allows you to combine ecotourism with active sports, from hiking to rafting / kayaking in Tena. Finally, for history lovers, both the old town of Quito and Cuenca give an idea of Ecuador’s colonial…
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