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Explaining The World Of Gas Scooters

29th September 2009
Nothing can compare the thrill of riding a newly bought gas scooter. The feeling is one of exhilaration and thrill. The driver can sense the freedom that comes from riding on an open road. This article will explain the two basic aspects of gas powered sco... Read >
Author: wbdoyle

Honda HRV – A Joy Machine

06th September 2009
The most important facts Honda HRV is a mini SUV produced by Japanese manufacturer Honda from 1999 until 2006. The abbreviation HRV means High Rider Vehicle in Japan and Hybrid Recreation Vehicle in Europe. At first, only 3-door models were produced, b... Read >
Author: Jack Jones

Lexus LS 600h Hybrid Features

03rd September 2009
The first model of Lexus LS 600h Hybrid Car that was introduced in year 2007, is the ultimate luxury ride that is only available in one version. One of the special features is that it has two engines, one is an electric motor and the other one a 5.0 litre... Read >
Author: Danny Green

2010 Toyota Prius: Restyled Inside and Out

03rd September 2009
When gasoline prices hit their highest levels in the first half of 2008, interest in hybrid-powertrain vehicles reached new records, too. Suddenly, high gas mileage took precedence as a reason to buy a particular car. A few months later, as gas prices sun... Read >
Author: autoMedia

2009 Jeep Patriot: On- and Off-Road Test Review

30th August 2009
The Jeep Patriot might disappoint ardent off-roaders, though it's more rugged than the company's Compass and appears tightly made. Its capabilities on tamer surfaces are more appealing for the average driver while it is Jeep "Trail Rated." External dim... Read >
Author: autoMedia

Features You Never Imagined On The 2009 Jeep Patriot

28th August 2009
Careful examination of numerous reviews on the 2009 Jeep Patriot, lead me to the following conclusions. The Patriot will capture the attention of devoted Jeep enthusiasts due to its available off-road capabilities. The more than adequate cargo room is sur... Read >
Author: Andy Zain

2010 Honda Insight - 5 Passenger Hybrid

17th August 2009
Honda and Toyota pioneered the hybrid-powertrain business in the U.S. market, with the Insight two-seater and the original Prius sedan. Both debuted at the turn of the 21st century. Honda halted production of the original Insight after the 2006 model year... Read >
Author: autoMedia

2009 Jeep Compass Test Drive

16th August 2009
Like the Dodge Caliber hatchback, also launched as a 2007 model, the Compass uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT) as an alternative to the standard five-speed manual gearbox. In fact, the Compass and the Dodge Caliber share the same basic struc... Read >
Author: autoMedia

Some Features About The New Honda Insight

10th August 2009
The Honda Insight is the first hybrid electric car manufactured by the Honda Company and to feature the Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist system. The first Honda Insight models, also known as the first generation Insight cars were manufactured between the... Read >
Author: sanjay

Some features about the Honda Insight

10th August 2009
The Honda Insight is the first hybrid electric car manufactured by the Honda Company and to feature the Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist system. The first Honda Insight models, also known as the first generation Insight cars were manufactured between the... Read >
Author: sanjay

Honda Moving Massively Towards Hybrid Platform

07th August 2009
Honda is pushing nearly all its chips into the center of the table when it comes to hybrid technology. The company has seen the future and apparently believes hybrid models are where it is at. As a result, it intends to move most of its models towards hyb... Read >
Author: Thomas Ajava

2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Review - Over 700 Miles on a Single Tank of Gas

24th July 2009
There's a common misperception that U.S. automakers are behind some imports in technology and fuel efficiency. That may have been true some years ago, but it could not be further from the truth today. Both Ford and GM have become quality and fuel economy ... Read >
Author: autoMedia

The New Honda Civic

04th June 2009
The Honda Civic is the eighth generation Civic and all-new in India, rolling out from the Honda Siel Cars plant located in Greater Noida. The Honda Civic has been voted as the 'Car of the year' for 2007. The Civic, after its launch in the US, comes with s... Read >
Author: myindiaguide

The Honda Civic - The futuristic family car

11th May 2009
One cannot expect more luxury than that introduced by the New Honda Civic.It is somewhat upgraded version of Honda city. The car has a wonderful aerodynamic body which appeals to the customer. It is the eighth generation Civic and all-new in India, rolli... Read >
Author: myindiaguide

Honda Makes Good Hybrid Cars

09th April 2009
Honda Cars is planning to build a new plant in western Japan to increase its capacity to produce key components for honda hybrid vehicles. The plant is expected to start operations in 2008. The plant, once fully operational, will allow the car manufacture... Read >
Author: Jenny Styles

Audi-interior provides best comfort

27th March 2009
Even though all the models of the Audi have certain standards, this model of Audi, the S4 has a standard that surpasses all the other models. This improvised model of the Audi is the perfect model for the present generation. Audi is a huge car with all... Read >
Author: Wayne

Get A Free Car Price Quote On Brand New 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

24th March 2009
The brand new 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is available at Cartalking.com, a leading automobile website. The 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, an ace Mitsubishi sports sedan, available in DE, ES, ES Sport, GTS and the all new Ralliart trims, gets a new standard 2.4-liter... Read >
Author: cartalking

What Grabs Your Attention of the Audi A6?

19th March 2009
There is something that truly grabs your attention when you look at the Audi A6, yet you are still not able to put your fingers on it directly. If you have been wondering what grabs your attention of the new Audi A6, then you have come to the correct plac... Read >
Author: Wayne

Exclusive car hire with a conscience

16th December 2008
Exclusive car hire is big business. Car rental companies in South Africa annually spend vast amounts of money updating their existing fleets to include the luxury vehicles demanded by both tourists and locals alike. As the world gets more and more environ... Read >
Author: Marshall

Farming Tractors Not To Miss -- Case, New Holland, And John Deere Transmissions

21st October 2008
Just like construction and other heavy-duty industries, farmers need equipment that will stand up to a beating. All of the equipment needs to be easy to use and able to produce the power these jobs require. This includes Case, New Holland, and John Deere ... Read >
Author: Christine OKelly

Mercury Mariner Hybrid Review - The Pros and Cons

17th September 2008
Even though the Mercury Mariner Hybrid shares its platform and technologies with its siblings the Ford Escape Hybrid and Mazda Tribute Hybird, the Mercury manages to come off as the most refined of the trio. The 330-volt nickel-metal-hydride (NIMH) bat... Read >
Author: Craig F Stevens

Lexus RX 400h Review - The Pros and Cons

17th September 2008
The Lexus RX 400h was introduced in 2006 as the world’s first hybrid-powered luxury crossover SUV. It is a fuel efficient, environmentally conscious version of its popular counterpart, the Lexus RX 350. It has the same sleek style that you would expect ... Read >
Author: Craig F Stevens

GMC Yukon Hybrid Review - The Pros and Cons

17th September 2008
The 2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid has been described as “impressive”, “stunning” and “magnificent” by both reviewers and owners. They’re not talking about the Yukon Hybrid’s performance, amenities or looks, although all are average or above. They... Read >
Author: Craig F Stevens

St Patrick’s Day offer: Go green! Buy Honda Civic Hybrid from Tracy Honda

01st April 2008
Tracy Honda, the leading Honda dealer in Tracy, California, announces the availability of the 2008 Honda Civic Hybrid, a marvel of technological innovation, in stock and presents exclusive deals on it for St Patrick's Day. The Civic Hybrid, with its adva... Read >
Author: Tracy Honda

GMC Sierra Goes Green For 2009

07th February 2008
Quite obviously, vehicles are gradually shifting to an environmentally friendly nature. Cars have started the trend and the gas-guzzling vehicles are expected to follow. Wiping the gas-sipping image, General Motors Corp. will be offering a green version... Read >
Author: Anthony Fontanelle

Toyota Launches 2nd-Generation Voxy and Noah in Japan

02nd July 2007
Here is something for Japanese auto enthusiasts who look for practicality and convenience in vehicle models. Toyota Motor Corporation has recently launched the redesigned models of the Voxy and Noah compact MPV in Toyota dealerships all over Japan. ... Read >
Author: Kaye Leery

Driving The Nissan Altima Hybrid

19th June 2007
Nissan's first gas-electric hybrid vehicle is one of the best, but gas guzzling drivers don't make it any easier to share the roads. If you really want to annoy other drivers on the road, drive your hybrid as it's designed to be driven. You'll hear ... Read >
Author: rostau989

New Mazda2 has New Power Train

16th June 2007
This month is the schedule of the production of one of the highly anticipated cars for 2007 – the new Mazda 2. And for this model, a new power train has been made by Mazda. Aimed at making the new Mazda 2 one of the most economical cars in its cla... Read >
Author: Kraig

The all-new Mazda Naturally Aspirated MZR 1.3L Miller-Cycle Engine

06th June 2007
Mazda Motor Corporation has a history of developing powerful engines like for instance, the Wankel Rotary engine. Mazda is the only automaker that was able to surmount all the difficult technical challenges that came with the RE technology and even went... Read >
Author: Kraig

Mazda Builds New Naturally-aspirated MZR 1.3L Miller-cycle Engine

05th June 2007
Mazda is in another breakthrough as it produces its new naturally-aspirated MZR 1.3L miller-cycle engine which will power the all-new Mazda Demio. The company built this in order to achieve a fuel economy of 23.0 km/L and qualify for Japan's Green Tax e... Read >
Author: Kraig

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer: Made even better

12th May 2007
The debut of 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer sedan was right on timing. The Mitsubishi Lancer is exactly what shoppers are looking for—smaller, more fuel efficient, with improved ride and handling capabilities plus a pleasing perky, new four-cylinder engine. ... Read >
Author: Evander

Dodge delivers a Raging Hatchback with a Big Attitude

15th November 2006
Dodge, envisioning a unique change, has come up with Caliber which has fresh features to replace the reviled Neon small car. Since its release, Caliber is receiving positive remarks from experts and enthusiasts alike. 2007 Dodge Caliber is a five-d... Read >
Author: Jenny McLane

Toyota Camry Hybrid Tops Safety Rating

03rd October 2006
All-new Toyota Camry Hybrid, the powerful redesigned version of a 4-door sedan, tops the safety rating for front and side crash protection. It was rated five out of five stars safety rating. 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid was given seven standard airbags whic... Read >
Author: Jenny McLane

2007 Dodge Caliber: A Lean and Mean Machine

12th March 2006
The new 2007 Dodge Caliber has been set so as to be the very first car from Chrysler to offer a continuously variable transmission or CVT. This new vehicle will also hold the new World Engine family that has gasoline engines with four cylinders. Along w... Read >
Author: Joe Thompson

Caliber-ated to Replace the Neon

05th March 2006
The Dodge Caliber actually started out as a concept car during the 2005 Geneva Motor Show. It has been exquisitely designed so as to fill in the void left by most vehicles. It also is marketed towards no particular target area for it is generally meant ... Read >
Author: Jenny McLane

Nissan Versa-tility

02nd March 2006
It is an all new subcompact car from Nissan and will be a 2007 year model. This is the Nissan Versa. It will be made available as a sedan and as a hatchback as well. Fact is, this vehicle has been based on the Nissan Tiida which is a vehicle that is sol... Read >
Author: Terry Brown

All Around Freestyling

23rd February 2006
It is versatile. It is safe. It is powerful. It is confident. It is smooth. It is thoughtful. It is the new Ford Freestyle. The new Ford Freestyle has set out new standards. It becomes the epitome of what a car should be. It has achieved dramatic le... Read >
Author: Chuck Smith

Ford Freestyle 2005 enhanced by Top-notch Ford Parts from Parts Train

24th June 2005
"Freestyle blends the looks of an SUV, the versatility of a minivan and the confidence of an all-wheel-drive sedan," says Ford. "Freestyle is the crossover done right," adds Group Vice President, Product Creation, Phil Martens. "We didn't try to adapt an ... Read >
Author: Jenny McLane

2005 Ford Five Hundred Complemented with Top Notch Parts for Parts Train

18th June 2005
The Five Hundred will become Ford's flagship sedan. It has higher seating, increased interior space, and optional all-wheel drive. The Five Hundred has considerably more interior space than the full-size Crown Victoria, even though it's only 25 centimeter... Read >
Author: Jenny McLane

2005 Ford Mercury Montego: Best Equipped With Superior Aftermarket Parts at Partstrain

12th June 2005
The Mercury Montego is the first Mercury car in over a decade offering all-wheel drive. Montego comes in Luxury and Premier models with a 203-hp 3.0-liter V6. Both offer front-wheel drive with 6-speed automatic transmission or AWD with a continuously vari... Read >
Author: Jenny McLane

The All-New 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid

24th May 2005
After Toyota's introduction of the Prius, the first hybrid vehicle, in 1997 which was followed by the debut of Honda Insight two years later in America, General Motors adopted the Hybrid technology to their vehicle with the 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid. The in... Read >
Author: Jenny McLane

Hybrid Technology Develops as the 2005 H

24th May 2005
The company that popularizes the hybrid technology is producing the better hybrid vehicles year after year. Although Toyota starts the technology to their Prius in 1997, Honda produces, develops, and uses the technology continuously to their cars. Honda's... Read >
Author: Jenny McLane

Ford Escape Hybrid: First Gas-Electric-P

19th May 2005
The Ford Escape Hybrid is a fuel-saving, gas-electric hybrid-power version of small, four-door sport-utility vehicle, available with front-wheel drive (FWD) or four-wheel drive (4x4). Its power train has 2.3-liter, four-cylinder gas engine rated 133 horse... Read >
Author: Jenny McLane