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Aug 30 2009

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Insight Into a New Generation of Honda | ArticlesBase.com

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When people start talking Hybrid, no doubt the first thing that comes to mind is the Toyota Prius – and for good reason. For the past 10 years or so, the Prius has ruled the Hybrid road. Not many other hybrids have given the Prius a run for its money, let alone come out on top. Other models either fall short in gas mileage, horsepower or price.

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Feb 27 2009

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New Tranny To Power 2010 Lincoln MKS

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A new transmission has been designed for the Lincoln MKS. Just in time for the release of its new EcoBoost engine I might add.

Lincoln’s gorgeous new full size sedan is the MKS, a vast improvement on the aged Lincoln Town Car. Available in front or all wheel drive, the car is roomy, luxurious and soon to get an additional boost of power thanks to a new engine and transmission configuration rolling out this summer.

The Ford Motor Company is banking much of its success on what they’re calling EcoBoost technology. This technology takes a standard engine and makes it more powerful thanks to direct injection and twin turbochargers. A standard 3.5L V6 produces adequate power, but when it has been converted to an EcoBoost format, horsepower and torque increase to equal what is normally found in a V8. Moreover, more power is achieved without sacrificing fuel economy.

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Jan 27 2009

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Hyundai Entourage Review

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It wasn’t that long ago when minivans were all the rage. But since then, the segment has gotten much smaller. The .

Powering the Hyundai Entourage is a 3.8-liter V6 engine that is
available on all trim levels. This engine produces 250 horsepower and
253 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a five-speed automatic
transmission. Included is Abs, several airbags, and an electronic
stability control system, that have all helped the latest Hyundai
Entourage minivan achieve a Top Safety Pick rating from the U.S.
Insurance institute for Highway Safety which indicates strong front,
side, and rear crash safety results. Among , especially growing families.

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Joe Kent is a writer for TK Carsites, an automotive website design and marketing firm in Orange, CA, that specializes in working with car dealers nationwide.

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Jan 03 2009

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The Worlds Fastest Production Car Revealed

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Find out what the worlds fastest production car is as well as how much it costs and the specs

There are a lot of prestigious titles that are vied for in the automobile industry. Such awards include the title of Motor Trend Car of the Year or any of the other “best of” lists. However, for buyers with a seemingly never-ending supply of cash and an interest in pure speed and power, these lists hold little influence. Instead, the worlds fastest production car is what the top-of-the-line sports cars strive to be. Earning this title opens up a world of opportunities for these cars, most of which costs hundreds of thousands of dollars for enthusiastic buyers who seek to call them their own.

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Oct 12 2008

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How To Customize Your Car

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A car can be unique in its own way. All it needs is customization.

Among people who like cars are people who like to be different and look unique. These people would go about customizing their cars to achieve that effect. With a car that is customized to your needs, you can be sure that you will love your car more. There’s also the added bonus of a car that looks and feels your way and geared for high performance.

You will be focusing on two things to customize your car: its performance and its visual look and feel.

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Aug 08 2008

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Comparing Chevy Aveo Gas Mileage – Compact Options From Chevrolet

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Save on money and get the best travel available by looking at the two major Chevy Aveo models on the market

For smaller cars and vehicles, it is easy to determine what the gas mileage should be and to expect high ratings. If you want to make sure that you are getting the best out of cars, than you will also want to look into what your options are for saving on gas mileage while getting the best travel. One of the cars that you will want to look into is the Chevy, and the latest makes that are available. One of the options to compare is with the Chevy Aveo gas mileage and how this compares to other trucks and cars on the market.

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