California Governor Signs 'Car Buyer's Bill of Rights'
Jul 26, 2005
Bill creates first in the nation protections for consumers SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 26 -- The California Motor Car Dealers Association (CMCDA) announced that Governor Schwarzenegger signed AB 68 (Montanez) this afternoon. The comprehensive measure approved today was the product of countless hours of negotiations betwee ... Continue reading
Survey of Police Officers Finds Drivers Need to Better Protect Their Vehicles From Theft
Jul 26, 2005
Police Cite Identity Theft and Mini Chop Shops as Emerging Trends in Vehicle Theft WESTWOOD, Mass., July 26 -- With the highest auto theft months of July and August upon us, the results of a survey announced today reveal that law enforcement professionals around the country believe Americans need to do more to protect ... Continue reading
Driving Responsibly in the Outdoors
Jul 25, 2005
--Exploring the great outdoors is a year-round pastime, from hiking and biking to off-roading and extreme sports. The popularity of sport utility vehicles, all-terrain vehicles and trucks shows how much consumers crave an adventurous lifestyle. But unless it's done responsibly, four-wheeling could have a damaging effec ... Continue reading
Get Your License Plates at The Car Dealer
Jul 25, 2005
Washington DC July 25, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that ADP Dealer Services and Reynolds and Reynolds Co. Computerized Vehicle Registration Program was recently approved by Illinois, Automotive News reports. By signing on to the program, Illinois becomes the 21st state to approve the technology, which allows ve ... Continue reading
Inventor Offers Aftermarket ICE to EV Conversion Kit - What Do You Think?
Jul 25, 2005
EUREKA !! THE AUTOMOBILE WONDER EV KIT BREAKING THE WORLD RECORD. RUNS 300KM(APPROX) ON JUST A SINGLE CHARGE. NO HYBRID FUNCTIONING. PURELY ON BATTERY TECHNOLOGY! Dear Sir, Please do not ignore this mail...It is very important for your country... I am introducing myself as Mr. M.I. Gajjar. I am an inventor; I have made ... Continue reading
Small Badge Will Set Toyota's Hybrids Apart
Jul 25, 2005
Washington DC July 25, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that based on a new belief that hybrid owners want others to know they are environmentally conscious, Toyota will plan for more prominent emblems on its gas-electric SUVs, according to USA Today. Since hybrid versions of the Toyota Highlander and Lexus RX400h j ... Continue reading
Myth or Reality?; Vehicle Color Influences Rates and Insurers Can Charge Whatever They Want
Jul 25, 2005
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--July 25, 2005-- The Drive Group of Progressive Insurance Companies Debunks Common Car Insurance Myths; Insurance Agents and Brokers Can Help Consumers Separate Fact From Fiction The color of a car influences how much it costs to insure it, Comprehensive coverage protects drivers in all situation ... Continue reading
RideCheck Offers Summer Ridesharing Across the USA and Canada!
Jul 25, 2005
NEW YORK--July 25, 2005--RideCheck, LLC announced today that it is ready for expanded summer rideshare operations across the USA and Canada at its website, www.RideCheck.com . RideCheck offers a secure online database of road trips spanning across North America. Vehicle owners and riders benefit from the service by sha ... Continue reading
Find Vacation Fuel Costs before Hitting the Road
Jul 25, 2005
ORLANDO, Fla.--July 25, 2005--Travelers planning late summer vacations can find out how much they will need to budget for fuel before they even back out of the driveway with a handy online tool, the AAA Fuel Cost Calculator. "This functionality is intended to help travelers budget for fuel costs even when they are not ... Continue reading
Lifestyle Custom Car Show Makes Dallas Stop in Nationwide Tour
Jul 25, 2005
IRVINE, Calif.--July 25, 2005--Vision Entertainment brings the 2005 XM Satellite Radio Hot Import Nights (HIN) tour to Dallas' Market Hall August 6, from 5 p.m. to midnight. HIN, presented by Valvoline Synpower, is the largest lifestyle custom car show in the nation and the only one of its kind that brings together all ... Continue reading
Jul 25, 2005
Make / Models : Model/Build Years: MAZDA / RX8 2004 Manufacturer : MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05V325000 Recall Date : JUL 18, 2005 Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT Potential Number Of Units Affected : 27800 Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER F ... Continue reading
Jul 24, 2005
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Toyota Avalon XLS ENGINE: 3.5-liter DOHC V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 280 hp @ 6,200 rpm/260 lb.-ft. @ 4,700 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic with sequential shift WHEELBASE: 111.0 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 197.2 x 72.8 x 58.5 in. TIRES: P215/55 R17 CARGO: 14.4 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2006 Mazda Miata MX-5 Overview
Jul 24, 2005
OVERVIEW EVOLUTION OF AN ICON: "JInba Ittai" and "Lots of Fun" "Jinba Ittai" or "Rider and horse as one" in Western terms - is the essence of the MX-5. Jinba Ittai drove all of the development team's decisions, yielding a car so nimble and fun to drive that the driver and car achieve true unity. This unified rider and ... Continue reading
BMW Night Vision and High-Beam Assist Introduced
Jul 23, 2005
<![if !vml]><![endif]>BMW Night Vision and High-Beam Assist. Driving better in the dark. Contents. BMW Night Vision and High-Beam Assist. Improved driving in the dark. ... Continue reading
Checkpoint Strikeforce Unites Region in Combating Drunk Driving
Jul 23, 2005
Campaign Focused on Halting Rise in D.C. Metro Drunk Driving Fatalities New Poll Demonstrates Public's Concern About Drunk Driving, Support for Sobriety Checkpoints WASHINGTON, July 22 -- At an actual sobriety checkpoint, agencies from across the region joined in kicking off the Checkpoint Strikeforce sobriety checkpoi ... Continue reading
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