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“Kyle’s Miles” Drives NASCAR Fans Crazy For The Cause Of Dog Adoption
NASCAR driver Kyle Busch posed with local shelter dogs at Richmond International Raceway, to announce “Kyle’s Miles,” a program aimed at raising $100,000 for homeless dogs as part of The PEDIGREE Adoption Drive.
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Can Your Truck Take the Heat This Summer?
As the weather heats up, trucks and their owners take advantage of the sun and head outdoors to work and play. A little elbow grease, motivation and some innovation can make all the difference between making your truck look new again and driving an old beater.
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Getting Behind The Wheel To Fight Breast Cancer
PUTTING THE BRAKES ON BREAST CANCER: A fleet of specially-badged white BMWs hits the road in the 12th Annual Ultimate Drive Supporting Susan G. Komen for the Cure-a grassroots, fundraising program aimed to put the brakes on breast cancer. By December 2008, the Ultimate Drive will have traveled over 12 million cumulative miles.
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Park Place Motorcars Show & Shine May 10 in Dallas
Third Annual Park Place Motorcars Show & Shine to feature vintage and classic Mercedes-Benz May 10 in Dallas
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Fuel Injection Versus Carburetors
Since the dawn of the age of fuel injection, car enthusiasts have been debating which fuel system is better; fuel injection or carburetors. Both systems are adept at doing their job of providing fuel to the engine.
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The Frankfurt Auto Show
For more than 60 years, the Frankfurt Auto Show has become the benchmark of what an auto show should be. Formally known as the Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung, Frankfurt Auto Show is the biggest auto show in the world. Like any auto shows, you'll be able to see the best cars available in the market and the new cars that will be rolling out or have been in the minds of the manufacturers called the concept cars.
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Are America's Children Riding Safely?
With all the safety advances of today's vehicles, it's surprising but true that government officials from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) are worried about the security of today's young passengers.
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Pontiac Game Changing Performance Award Hits $1 Million Mark in Scholarships
The one-of-a-kind, fan-voted Pontiac Game Changing Performance scholarship award is gearing up for another exciting season of NCAA college sports action.
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The Pismo Beach Classic Car Show
The Pismo Beach Classic Show is one of the most exciting vintage and street rod shows in Central California. It is held annually at the Downtown Pismo Beach, right by the pier. The show, traditionally held on Father's Day weekend, has been around for 22 years and attracts hundreds of vehicles, from restored 1940's Chevrolet trucks to blinged-out F150's, during its 3-day revelry.
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Drive Your Dream Car
With prices in the high 5 and 6-figure ranges, exotic cars are just out of the budget for most people. Even if you can afford one, you wouldn't want to buy every high-performance exclusive model that comes out. Yet, every time we hear about a new sports car in production or gloss over a magazine feature about one of these machines, our hearts leap a little.
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Race Car Driver Winning Race Against Pain
When Mike Roman competes in a Sports Car Club of America racing event, it's much more than a sports event.
Many see his endurance as a testament to the human spirit, and the ability of a man, like thousands of other people, to win the race against chronic, debilitating pain.
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Hyundai Veracruz The New LUV
In the newest class of Luxury Utility Vehicles (LUV) the Hyundai Veracruz is making many stand up and take notice of this quality yet affordable option on the market. The largest automobile currently made by Hyundai in this series, the Veracruz looks to capture a significant share of the LUV market.
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The Hummer H3
A Hummer H3 is not just a Hummer. With the new Hummer H3 Alpha, the bar has been set for the ultimate driving machine. All the power and performance that is synonymous with the word Hummer, but all the class and comfort of a quality automobile.
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The Acura NSX 2008
The NSX (abbreviated from New Sports eXperimental), originally developed by Honda for its luxury line back in the 1990's, made a big dent in the automotive industry with its focus on quality and ease of use, apart from strong engine performance. It was the world's first all-aluminum production car.
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The Lamborghini Murcielago
More than a supercar, the Lamborghini Murcielago is an unpretentiously vulgar animal. It is a supercar and makes no effort to present itself otherwise. It has dramatic lines, sharp edges, amazing speed and an utter disregard for practicality and utility. Built for speed, nothing more.
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The Chrysler Firepower 2008
The Chrysler Firepower is a concept car first presented in 2005 and may be coming closer to actual production in 2008. The fully-functional 2-door coupe concept is intended to be a grand tourer and highlights everyday driver appeal more than sheer performance, which it packs a lot of as well.
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Nissan Skyline GTR
Ever wondered what those tweaked-out Hondas doing the street drag circuits are pretending to be? Word from the wise says it's the Nissan Skyline GT-R, prominently featured in the movie 2 Fast 2 Furious as lead star Paul Walker's main ride. Regarded as the undisputed king of Japanese performance vehicles, it is nothing short of iconic.
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Why Gasoline is Gushing to Record High Prices
It is clear to most that oil-exporter pricing and geopolitical supply instabilities are the principal impetus for gas retail prices pushing steadily toward $4.00 a gallon. Read this article to understand what other market factors are at work and why gasoline could continue to become more costly in the long term.
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The 2008 Pontiac G6 GXP
More and more car manufacturers have begun putting greater emphasis on coupe models- and the 2008 Pontiac G6 GXP is no exception. Previous models of the G6 have been an incredible success, and the latest 2008 model looks like it will make even more of an impact.
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Amphibious Landing Vehicles of the Second World War
Many people have probably heard of the Amphicar, which is an amphibious automobile that was produced for sale to the public. The Amphicar has many benefits to it. But the whole purpose of the vehicle was that it could drive, float, and maneuver in the water. Many of these same types of vehicles were produced during World War II.
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The 2008 Nissan Cube
For 2008, Nissan will introduce a new car to the United States and European Market. This automobile is going to be comparable to the Toyota Scion and the Honda Element that people gave good reviews on in the United States' and European automobile venues
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The New Dodge Charger
The new Dodge Charger is roughly based on the platform provided by the LX (Dodge Magnum and the Chrysler 300). In contrast to the Chargers of the past, this new Charger is a four door sedan model. The appearance of the headlights is a somewhat after market look with their large size surrounded with dark detailing.
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The 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
Finally being opened up to the United States' automobile market because it has complied with rules and automobile regulations, the Swedish Koenigsegg CCX (the CCX stands for Competition Coupe X) will be introduced to the United States in 2008.
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Danica Patrick: Go Karts to IndyCar
There is something a little unusual about Danica Patrick as compared to most women her age, she speeds. Yes, she speeds, in fact, she is considered to be a fairly good racecar driver. More specifically, Danica Patrick participates in the IndyCar Series, and has even won awards in several events. By all means, she is paving the way for women introduction into performance racing a sport dominated by men.
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More Mustang Power: Ford Shelby GT500KR 'King of the Road' Returns in 2008
Ford and Shelby Automobiles are at it again, this time in celebration of the fortieth anniversary of the 1968 Shelby Cobra GT500KR. This will be the most powerful Mustang to date and will once again mark Mustang as 'King of the Road.' The GT500KR will be unveiled at the 2007 New York International Auto Show in April.
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Sportsman Only Racing Site Sponsors Help Member Racers Save Money on Fuel & Race Services
Sportsman racing teams now have a web destination to call their own, with member profile section and a way to share their racing experiences with racers across the country at http://www.sportsmanonly.com The site helps member racers save on racing fuel, products and racing services through site sponsors.
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Will and Determination Drive Davey Hamilton
Davey Hamillton returns to the Indy 500 after battling life threatening injuries. His courage and determination pulled him through the rehabilitation process of reconstructing his feet. His dream was fulfilled when he entered the Indy 500 this past May. His passion for the sport is an inspiration to all.
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A New Woman In The Driver's Seat
More drivers may soon know the benefits of car club membership thanks to the steering talent of a popular NASCAR racing TV personality, radio host and best-selling author. Liz Allison is revving awareness and accelerating exposure of Affinion Group's AutoVantage discount automobile membership club.
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Americans Get On The Bus
It seems Americans are on board when it comes to using public transportation. The number of people who ride trains and buses is now the largest it's been in 40 years. In fact, nearly 10 billion trips were taken on public transportation last year alone, with ridership increasing by 28 percent since 1996.
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Slow Drivers --- MOVE OVER! Grassroots Campaign Prods Slowpokes Out of Left Lanes
Slow Drivers - Move Over!
Grassroots campaign prods slowpokes to move out of left lanes Enough with slow drivers in the left lane! “As traffic gets increasingly congested, it’s time for citizens to reclaim the left lane,” says J.A. Tosti, spokesman for Left Lane Drivers of America, a grassroots effort to get slower traffic to move right.
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Enormous Oil Reserves Stored In North America
Oil from sand. Sounds incredible, but it's true. Oil reserves of some 24 billion tons are stored in the oil sands of the Canadian province of Alberta. Beneath a surface of 140,000 square kilometers, there is theoretically as much oil as in Saudi Arabia.
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Billy Lane Wrenches in Myrtle Beach
Billy Lane, Kendall Johnson, Paul Cox, Brian Klock, Aaron Greene and more scheduled to be on hand and then some for first ever Hot Rod Show during Myrtle Beach Bike Rally.
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Dynomax and powerTV Team up to Promote Inaugural $40,000 Dynomax Power To The Wheels Dyno Shootout
DynoMax brands new Power to the Wheels Dyno Tour Event Series to receive extensive online powerTV video coverage; DynoMax to launch digital media marketing programs with powerTV.
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More Mustang Power: Ford Shelby GT500KR 'King of the Road' Returns in 2008
Ford and Shelby Automobiles are at it again, this time in celebration of the fortieth anniversary of the 1968 Shelby Cobra GT500KR. This will be the most powerful Mustang to date and will once again mark Mustang as 'King of the Road.' The GT500KR will be unveiled at the 2007 New York International Auto Show in April.
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Utility Vehicles-Then And Now
Utility vehicles continue to turn skeptics into believers when they see what these machines deliver in work performance. In 1987, John Deere created the all-terrain AMT for farmers wanting a machine with hauling capabilities of a small truck but the maneuverability of an ATV.
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A New Race Car Combines the Best Ideas with the Latest Technology
Exactly how many people does it take to design a new car for NASCAR racing? As far as Ford's new Taurus is concerned, the answer is many.
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Racing World Featured in New Reality Show
A lot of race car drivers come from families that are engrained in the sport. Everybody’s familiar with Dale Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt Jr., but do you know the Copes?
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US Average Gas Prices Expected to be 2.80 Per Gallon by Spring
Analysts are projecting fuel prices will continue to rise and say that gas prices could reach an average of 2.80 per gallon by spring. This will also prepare the way for even higher prices in the peak demand summer months. The highest gasoline prices are expected in California with Oregon and Washington right behind.
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Fans Cruise Indy Racing League's Virtual Speedway
The familiar roar of the engines echoed through the air and out to Indy 500 fans waiting with anticipation. But this time, something was different. For the first time, fans around the world were able to watch the race live on the Internet.
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Formula D Racing or Drifting
Many people wonder if car racing is a sport, but if you ask the hundreds of thousands of fans who rush to race tracks all over the country, they would tell you car racing is a sport, no matter what anyone else says. There are different kinds of car racing and each enjoys its own place in the racing world.
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Trends in Gasoline Prices And Presidental Ratings
From 2004 to 2006, oil prices have increased substantially, but during the first week of September 2005, gasoline prices in the United States reached their highest point in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, with an average retail price of about $3.04 per gallon.
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OPEC Okays Cut In Oil Production As Of February 2007
As expected, OPEC decided to cut its oil production by another 500,000 gallons a day. The outcome of the latest meeting was anticipated and is no surprise.
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Million Mile Saab Used 35,751 Gallons of Gasoline
How much gasoline did the one million mile Saab owned by Peter Gilbert use during its 17 year run? The Saab model supposedly got 28 miles to the gallon. Divide that into 1,001,035 and you get 35,751 gallons of gasoline.
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Saab Model 900 Hits 1,000,000 Miles
The million mile Saab is big car news this week. This model Saab was one of the 7,625 SPG's that were imported between 1985 and 1991 when its production ceased. The million mile car was owned by a salesman who made his living traveling.
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OPEC Cut Will Drive Gas Prices Up
Nigeria and Saudi OPEC members have voiced that a cut in oil production is necessary to bring balance to the oil market. With the surplus of oil, the prices haven't been as high as they would be if there were more demand for crude.
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Crude Oil--The Volatile Commodity
Crude Oil is considered a commodity like corn or pork bottoms by investors in the world’s future markets. Its impact on the global economy and the political ramifications that go with it make it more accurate to put it in a category of its own.
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Gasoline Prices Cause and Effect
Gasoline prices back at the end of 2004 were found all over the United States at less than $2.25 per gallon and since that time there has been an increase with the west coast leading the pack. This increase finally stopped in August with gasoline prices at the 3.00 per gallon mark. Prices of gas went down in November and drivers all over the country took a breathe of relief.
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Gas Prices Still Low As OPEC Production Cuts Loom
We may face another OPEC petroleum cut in another month when the Oil Producing Exporting Countries have a meeting scheduled in Algiers for December 15.
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Car Camera Mount May Help Deter Road Rage
Whether you've been cut off in traffic or chastised by an insolent horn honk, almost everyone has felt the tension and frustration of road rage. Sixty-two percent of Americans cited incidents of road rage in 2005, according to a study by Synovate Motoresearch.
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Are Gasoline Prices Rising Again?
Gas prices seem to be creeping up, penny by penny.One year ago the average cost of a gallon of gas was 2.27. Four months ago the average cost was 3.00. One month ago the average cost was 2.24.
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Smile, Your Car Need Not Be Photogenic
$30 a can, Photoblocker sprays on a high-gloss permanent
reflective finish on a license plate. The glossy surface acts as a mirror to reflect a photo-radar flash back to the camera, overexposing the image.
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What Other Costs Make Up The Price Of Gasoline?
There are many things involved when we try to figure out why gasoline costs as much as it does. It is not just the end product we are paying for.
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As Gas Prices Continue To Fall, OPEC Cuts Production
The good news is gas prices in the US continue to fall as we are into the second week of November. They are now at the lowest price in about ten months. Pulling into a gas station now will cost a driver $2.20 on the average for regular.
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We Love Our Gasoline According To Gas Surveys From 2006
The price of gas has been the subject of many surveys this year, but it is somewhat surprising to see the results of these surveys and how the high gasoline prices has affected the drivers. Here are some of the questions and answers I have found interesting among some of the surveys I have read.
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VW's Special Editions Provide Avenue for Self-Expression
If you drive a dark green car, you are traditional, trustworthy and well-balanced, according to Leatrice Eiseman, author of "The Color Answer Book." A dark blue set of wheels could mean you are credible, confident and dependable, but if you prefer to drive a light to medium blue car, you are cool, calm and faithful.
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Gasoline Components and Efficiency
One of the biggest expenses facing American consumers today is gasoline for their vehicles. Prices even though they have dropped are still putting a strain on almost everyone who needs to use their car transportation on a regular basis. Considering this consumers have been much more attentive to gasoline facts by learning more about the process of refining crude oil and why prices spiked so excessively is a good way to understand the growing concern.
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Did Our Government Rig the Gas Prices?
November elections are coming up, and what do we see? A dramatic decrease in our gasoline prices. Now there are many reason as to why this happened, but how many of you have heard at least some talk of the drop in gas prices being a political maneuver? Is that what you think?
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TESLA MOTORS RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS ‘BREAKTHROUGH AWARD’ FROM POPULAR MECHANICS
Tesla Motors, manufacturers of performance electric cars, was named a recipient of a 2006 Popular Mechanics Breakthrough Award for its work in developing the Tesla Roadster, the world’s first all-electric production sports car. The magazine's editors presented the 2006 winners their awards Wednesday evening at the publication’s new home, the Hearst Tower in New York City.
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Beating a Speeding Ticket
So Old Smokey caught you red handed going 75 mph in a 45 zone? What’s that? You say you weren’t speeding? Tell it to the judge. No, seriously, tell it to the judge. Our laws are set up to ensure a fair trial in every situation.
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Racing Fans "Clean Up" When It Comes To Tailgating
It's time for families to pack up and head over to stadiums, ball fields or racetracks across the country-that's right, it's tailgating season. With NASCAR races in full throttle, fans are shifting into gear for traditional pre- and postrace get-togethers. And everyone knows that racing fans are some of the best and most dedicated tailgaters in the country.
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New Fuels Technology Impacts
The New Fuels Technology Impacts activity ensures that advanced fuel formulations are environmentally friendly and do not produce adverse effects on the ecosystem. To avoid unexpected, adverse environmental impacts from new vehicle technologies, this research proactively evaluates the impacts of changes in fuel, engine, and aftertreatment technologies on the ecosystem. Because new vehicle technologies are both exploratory and developmental, they are not yet in the commercial stages typically regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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DOE Publishes Roadmap for Developing Cleaner Fuels
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today released an ambitious new research agenda for the development of cellulosic ethanol as an alternative to gasoline. The 200-page scientific “roadmap” cites recent advances in biotechnology that have made cost-effective production of ethanol from cellulose, or inedible plant fiber, an attainable goal. The report outlines a detailed research plan for developing new technologies to transform cellulosic ethanol—a renewable, cleaner-burning, and carbon-neutral alternative to gasoline—into an economically viable transportation fuel.
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New Magnesium Wheels Race to U.S. Market
Automotive enthusiasts can now upgrade their vehicles with high-performance, forged magnesium wheels adapted from Formula One racing designs. Magnesium.com recently announced the introduction of one-piece, forged magnesium wheels for street use in North America. The wheels are 20 percent to 30 percent lighter than forged aluminum and offer increased safety and performance.
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Virginia Company Puts E85 Ethanol in Your Gas Tank
Ethanol is the word of the day in Saluda, Va. This small and quiet fishing community is home of XcelPlus International Inc., the company that makes the FlexTek, a small black box that makes it possible to burn E85 ethanol in an existing car or truck. Ethanol fuel stations, commonplace in Brazil where the FlexTek was designed, are popping up all across the United States.
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New Headlight Technologies Could Save More Lives
Each year, approximately 5,000 pedestrians and bicyclists are killed along U.S. roads - 2,300 of them occurring at night - and another 70,000 pedestrians are injured in traffic crashes, according to a 2003 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report. New automotive lighting technologies, including Xenon and Adaptive Front Lighting Systems, can help improve nighttime pedestrian safety, according to the Motor Vehicle Lighting Council.
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Public Transits Options Are Increasing
An increasing number of public transit options are coming online throughout North America, but those of you idling alone bumper-to-bumper in your cars might not know it. Indeed, lack of knowledge about public transportation options may be the largest impediment to widespread acceptance of more efficient ways of getting around. Driving your own car back and forth to work every day is not as convenient as it once was, and public transit options are now faster and undoubtedly generate less stress and pollution.
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Ethanol Fuel
What is ethanol? It is an alternate fuel source made from plant sugars that replaces gasoline as a fuel source. Ethanol is a high-octane, liquid, renewable energy source that is biodegradable and does not contaminate water. The higher the octane level of a fuel, the slower it burns, which makes ethanol a good fuel source.
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Ethanol As An Alternative
Ethanol fuel is changing our lives and changing the economy in ways no one anticipated before, with energy costs rising every day, there has been an increased interest in ethanol fuel. Ethanol is a variety of alcohol that can be produced in a natural fashion, similar to the way in which alcoholic beverages are produced. Ethanol can be used by itself in some specially designed vehicles, but it can also be used as a fuel additive, stretching traditional fuels in times of economic or environmental hardship.
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Discover Alternatives
Gas prices are getting more and more pumped up. That's why Americans looking for a less costly way to get around are taking a closer look at alternative-fuel autos. Today, automakers offer more than 40 different models of alternative-fuel autos, including some that run on hybrid technology or fuels such as clean diesel, biodiesel, ethanol, hydrogen or compressed natural gas.
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What Drives NASCAR’s John Roberts?
Millions of viewers know John Roberts as the co-host of SPEED’s “NASCAR RaceDay,” traveling from city to city to cover the big races and hobnobbing with the biggest names in racing. “I’m on the road every weekend,” he says. While he loves his job, Roberts says that when he’s on the road, he misses another one of his passions – woodworking.
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New Utility Vehicles Are Popular, Practical
One of the most popular pieces of outdoor power equipment these days is the utility vehicle. From hunters to handymen, everyone seems to be using them. Why? The current crop of utility vehicles is practical, powerful and versatile-a far cry from their "golf cart with an attitude" predecessors. So what should you look for in a utility vehicle?
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Mapping Out New In-Car Navigation Systems
Whether you're driving to work, to the store or hitting the road with your family, new types of smart in-car navigation systems can help make your next trip go a little smoother. Smart navigation systems now help consumers get from point A to point B while also serving as hubs for favorite wired and wireless technologies. The 2006 International Consumer Electronics Show spotlighted a number of these new types of navigational systems-many of which included seamless integration of the hottest mobile technologies.
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Couple's Honeymoon Goes Up in Flames
Honeymoons are supposed to be a time of romance and moonlit walks, but not for Jeff and Rhonda West of Bessemer City, N.C. Their honeymoon in Myrtle Beach, S.C., was downright criminal - stolen right out from under them, in fact - which is why they were recently awarded the grand prize in Thrifty Car Rental's "Honeymoon Disasters Contest."
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Dating Advice For Car Lovers
In today's dating scene, it has never been more important to make the right impression. Dating is the latest casualty in America's constant effort to save time. Online dating services, mobile connecting and speed dating have replaced long walks on the beach and lengthy dinner conversations.
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Customize Your Off-Road Vehicle
In these times when we're all being defined by numbers and crunched into conformity, we still want something that expresses our own style. Something that says, "This is me."
For some time, an underworld of car customization has existed. But today, it's not just low-riders and hotdoggers who want to make a personal statement.
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A Great Gift Idea for Kids Who Enjoy the Great Outdoors
There is nothing that can compare to the joy of watching your children's faces light up on Christmas morning when they open their gifts. The laughter and smiles are priceless, especially if you guess right and pick out a gift your kids really want.
So what’s the key to getting it right? The experts say when shopping for a young child, get your hands on the latest “must-have” toy, which is likely to be something Harry Potter related this year -- the young sorcerer’s new movie comes out around Thanksgiving.
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New Subaru SUV Earns Five-Star Safety Rating
When shopping for a vehicle that will keep you and your family safe on the road, it pays to start at the top.
For example, the 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca, a progressive new SUV, has earned the highest rating in the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program crash tests: five stars in the frontal and side-impact crash tests for both the driver and passenger seating positions.
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In-Vehicle Communications Systems Valuable To Consumers, Law Enforcement
An estimated 1.3 million Americans had their vehicles stolen last year, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation's annual Uniform Crime Report. After years of steady decline in the '90s, victims of motor vehicle thefts lost an estimated $8.6 billion in 2003. As police agencies across the country look for new ways to crack down on this nagging problem, consumers are encouraged to take active measures to deter auto theft. The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), a non-profit organization dedicated to fighting insurance fraud and vehicle theft, recommends a multi-layer of protection to deter car thieves.
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Racing Fans Get Closer To NASCAR Through Members Club
Paul Mullins of Saint Albans, W. Va., has been driving for more than 35 years, including more than one million miles as a United States postal worker. But the ride of his life barely hit 10 mph and traveled just a mile and a half.
Mullins was driving a Chevy pickup truck carrying NASCAR star Rusty Wallace and the #2 Penske Racing team around Lowe's Motor Speedway during prerace introductions for the NEXTEL All Star Challenge.
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Rev Up Your Rebuilding Equipment
Here's hot news: Hot-rodding is fast becoming one of the great American pastimes. More and more people are discovering the joys of rebuilding cars faster and better than they were before.
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Cool Cars - What Is Hot and What Is Not
What is at the heart of cool cars everywhere? Is it the speed they can travel at? Is it the thought of the wind brushing your hair? If it's the latter, then you have a soft top (convertible), or someone's pinched your roof!
Well, it could be either of these things. Or perhaps cool cars mean something else to you entirely. But to me, it is the shape of the car.
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A Tool that Makes Clearing Away Snow in the Wintertime Fun
When the snow starts falling in Detroit, Mich., Steve Lyles will be ready. “I have to be,” he says. Lyles is general manager of Mid-West Truck Accessories, a company that does a large part of its business during the winter months; and also deals with a lot of snow.
Every time there’s a storm, it is Lyles’ responsibility to clear the parking lot so his customers can get to the store. According to the National Weather Service, 63.7 inches of snow fell in Detroit during the 2004 - 2005 winter season, making it the seventh snowiest winter in 125 years. “I must have plowed two dozen times last year,” he says.
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Understanding "Right To Repair" Legislation
Today's modern vehicle is a complex machine and nearly every system on it is controlled and monitored by computers. In fact, advances in vehicle technology are demanding new tools, an increased amount of technical information and software in order for professional technicians to service, diagnose and repair these vehicles.
With the increased use of computers and electronics, car companies are garnering a greater ability to control access to the information and tools necessary for the independent service industry to stay competitive.
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Tailgating Secrets From The Pros
No matter the season or sport, everyone loves a great tailgate party-but what makes some so much more fun than others? We've pulled together advice from the best tailgaters, so whether you're trying to create a small gathering for your family or an elaborate camp-out for 40, you'll pull it off without stress and have a great time!
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Television Doesn’t Get More Real than This
If you’re bored with all the reality shows on television, Scott Gillen created his show for you. Gillen is the producer of “Build or Bust,” a show where an ordinary motorcycle enthusiast, known on the show as “The Wrench,” gets the chance to build the custom motorcycle of his dreams – or go down trying.
Gillen, an award-winning commercial producer, says he came up with the concept for his show “by watching other crappy shows.” What makes his show stand out, he says, is that it’s not a reality show, it’s real life, unscripted.
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NHRA Drag Racer Leaves MS In The Dust
Drag racing was a lifelong dream for businessman Robert Burgin, who fell in love with the wheel-standing muscle cars of the '60s and '70s. However Burgin's dreams of racing were nearly destroyed when he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) at the age of 36. Showing no visible symptoms, Burgin left his MS untreated and continued living as if nothing had changed. It wasn't until three years after his diagnosis that Burgin had a change of heart.
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Tips To Put Classic Car Dreams Within Your Reach
Once considered a perk for the rich and famous, classic cars are now becoming more accessible to drivers from all walks of life.
Experts say several factors are fueling the trend. There are plenty of older, well-maintained vehicles available today-plus lots of baby boomers with disposable income. Also, a growing number of specialty shops keep the classics running strong and looking good.
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Aiming For The Checkered Flag In Savings
A popular automotive club puts members in the driver's seat, offering savings on everything from vehicle maintenance to travel. And now, while on that road to savings, members have company: racing champion Bobby Hamilton.
Members save on everything from maintenance to 24/7 emergency roadside assistance to travel-and the club even offers a unique auto repair hotline service that delivers repair advice from independent, ASE-certified mechanics.
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America's Appetite For Different Vehicles Fueled By Neighborhood Rental Car Expansion
Despite spending more time in traffic than ever before and all-time-high gas prices, more Americans are renting automobiles in their neighborhoods to meet a variety of lifestyle and transportation needs-a trend that is in the fast lane, according to a new national survey. The 2005 "Poll of the American Driver"* shows that about one- third of drivers 25 years of age and older-or some 62 million Americans**-need an additional or different vehicle than their primary automobile and are more likely to rent a vehicle to meet that need.
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Build a Car? No Problem
For most people, do-it-yourself means painting the living room or maybe changing the oil in their car. For Tim Gangle, it meant building a car from scratch to race on the new television series PINKS. The show, which will begin airing on SPEED Channel in July, features old school drag racing. The catch? The loser must turn over the title (or pink slip) to the winner. Although he owns Minnesota Hot Rod Hardware in Manorville, Minn., building and racing a car was not something Gangle ever thought about until he got a call out of the blue from PINKS producer and host, Rich Christensen. In fact, the day of the filming was not only the first time Gangle had ever drag raced, it was the first time he had driven the car he built.
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First-Time Buyers Fuel Red-Hot Demand for All Terrain Vehicles
Americans can't get enough of today's all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The burly four-wheeled machines are the fastest-growing segment of off-highway vehicles, flying out of dealer showrooms at an average rate of more than 1,500 new units per day nationwide. According to industry estimates, consumers who are new to ATV riding -- for recreation and for work -- are playing a significant role in the machines' meteoric rise in popularity.
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The ABCs Of ATVs
The image many associate with All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) is often that of speeding four wheels through forests and over sand dunes. However, this is more the exception than the rule. ATV sales have been on the rise for more than 12 consecutive years largely due to their increasing popularity as workhorses. No longer just toys, ATVs have become essential tools for many Americans.
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NASCAR Fans Win Big
A new contest gives NASCAR fans the chance to rev up and meet one of racing's hottest stars on the fast track.
A leading contender for the 2005 cup, Jeff Gordon is the youngest driver to win the Daytona 500 three times, as well as the youngest in NASCAR history to reach 50 career wins. In 2001, he won his fourth championship, becoming only the third NASCAR driver to win more than three times.
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ATV Safety: Is Your Child Ready?
All Terrain Vehicles, or ATVs, have become popular with families across the country-and riders have helped the sport remain a safe one by taking a safety course and by following the "golden safety rules." They include always wearing a helmet, and other protective gear, never carrying passengers, riding an ATV right for your age, always supervising youngsters, never riding while intoxicated and not riding on public roads.
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Restoring Tractors Yields Rewards For Texas Teens
In Cotton Center, Texas, restoring tractors is more than a hobby; it's a way of life. It's not uncommon to hear discussions about tractor maintenance while strolling through town. If restoring tractors is a major pastime, then the annual ChevronTexaco Tractor Restoration Competition, held at the Future Farmers of America (FFA) Convention, is the Super Bowl.
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A Quit-Smoking Message, Delivered At More Than 200 Miles Per Hour
By harnessing the power of NASCAR, the effort to help millions of Americans quit smoking has just picked up speed.
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Military Technology Helps Service Cars
Technology used by the American military is helping to keep U.S. cars in shipshape-and save consumers time at the mechanic. The technology is a wireless computer being used by the Army Reserve to perform maintenance on miliary vehicles. They use the devices to access information at any time, via what's known as a head-up display.
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The Best Way to Control Road Noise
Motorized cars have only been around since the early 1900s, but people have been dealing with road noise for centuries. In ancient Rome, they were bothered by the clickety-clank of iron wheels on cobblestone pavement; in 17th century England, people complained about the rumble made by wagons with iron-tyred wheels as they drove over granite block streets. Today, the complaints about road noise come from people who live close to the busy highways that take us, and cargo, from place to place.
Communities have tried everything from planting trees and shrubs along highways to adding barrier walls to keep noise levels down and improve the quality of life for people who live near busy roads. The latter solution can be expensive.
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A Bust as a Busboy, Now a Customizer to Celebrities
Will Castro is known as the “car customizer to the stars,” with a reputation among entertainers and sports figures as the one to see for one-of-a-kind showpieces. His company, Unique Autosports, based in Long Island, N.Y., has a following not just among the rich and famous, but with fans around the country who just appreciate the quality and uniqueness of the finished product -- even if they will never be able to afford it.
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Tips for Saving Money On Auto Insurance
Policyholders have seen a rise in their auto insurance costs recently. In fact, the average cost of auto insurance is estimated to increase by 9 percent in 2003.
However, drivers can significantly reduce the cost of car insurance by taking advantage of discounts that many providers offer.
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