Posted in Automotive on Dec 14th, 2009
The Nissan GT-R is a technical marvel. Its assortment of computer systems allow the car to out-handle any car in its price range, and most of the more expensive ones. That myriad of on-board computers may get a new addition for the next generation of the GT-R. According to Autoblog, the Japanese magazine Best Car […]
Posted in Automotive on Dec 12th, 2009
Toyota has announced that its Woodstock, Ontario plant is now working overtime. Toyota’s Ontario manufacturing facility has added shifts to match the demand for RAV4s, which is up from last year. The RAV4 plant’s production bump means that every Toyota factory in North America is currently running overtime. Toyota says that 800 new workers will […]
Posted in Automotive on Dec 10th, 2009
Ward’s Auto has released its list of the 10 best engines of 2010, and the key to success this year was fuel economy. Focusing on frugality, Ward’s picked engines that allowed customers to downsize, such as from six to four cylinders, without sacrificing engine power. Going along with their less-is-more mindset, six of the ten […]
Posted in Automotive on Dec 8th, 2009
For December, 2010 Mini Clubman models are available with 1.9% financing, and any 2009 models still on dealer lots can be bought with a 2.9% auto loan. Volkswagen has no interest car loans this month for many of its leftover 2009 models. The 2009 Passat, CC, Routan and Touareg all come with zero interest auto […]
Posted in Automotive on Dec 7th, 2009
December is normally a great month to buy a car. The year-end sales usually include 0% financing car loan deals not seen the rest of the year. This year is a little different. The deals are still great. All three of the domestic carmakers are offering 0% financing on most models, but they have been […]
Posted in Automotive on Dec 4th, 2009
Cadillac displayed the production version of its CTS coupe at the L.A. Auto Show. The production CTS coupe, which will be available summer 2010, retains the concept’s aggressive, in-your-face styling. The coupe model is part of Cadillac’s plan to steal back the luxury market from Audi, BMW and Mercedes. That plan includes offering several different […]
Posted in Automotive on Dec 3rd, 2009
The Volkswagen New Beetle was first sold in 1998 and hasn’t changed much since then. That’s an astounding run for a model, unmatched by modern cars except by the Ford Ranger and Crown Victoria. To commemorate its decision to finally issue a new generation of the Beetle, VW is selling a “Final” edition. The Final […]
Posted in Automotive on Dec 2nd, 2009
Scion’s release series are unique in the auto world. With one-off colors and body kits that change each time, the Scion Release series cars are always changing, so when you buy one it’s a pretty good bet you won’t see another in your home town. It’s like car customization for the lazy or unimaginative. The […]
Posted in Automotive on Dec 1st, 2009
In-car navigation systems are the best new technology to hit the passenger vehicle market in years. The only problem with built-in navigation systems is that they are often so expensive ($1,000-$2,000) that they cost much more than they’re actually worth. When you’re talking about thousands of dollars, the “a map only costs $2” argument becomes […]
Posted in Automotive on Nov 30th, 2009
Toyota has issued a recall on all 110,000 Tundras from model year 2000 through 2003 sold in cold weather states for potential undercarriage rust. If the truck sees a lot of road salt, the frame rear cross member could rust and the spare tire mounted there can eventually detach. In extreme cases, the rust problem […]
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