Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Feb 9, 2012, 1:29 pm
So another Super Bowl has come and gone and as always, left us with a whole new slew of commercials. Car commercials have always made strong showing and this year was no exception. Here were three of the best… It was just a matter of time before somebody took a shot at the 2012 apocalypse predica...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Feb 3, 2012, 6:25 pm
Everybody has been talking in depth about the new regulations that the Department of Transportation and the Environmental Protection Agency have handed automakers in regards to lower emissions and vehicle efficiency. The basics boil down to the fact that cars must get 34 mpg by 2016 and 54 mpg by 20...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jan 30, 2012, 7:34 pm
It’s that time of year, when love is in the air and you get that warm and cozy feeling inside, no, not Spring, but something much more sinister then that. We are talking about Valentine’s Day. That dreaded time of year when men must do things like pick out cards and buy flowers and singles, well...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jan 25, 2012, 7:24 pm
That’s right, after four days of shopping, dreaming and drooling over hundreds of amazing, antique, used cars the Scottsdale Auto Auction is finally wrapping up with some amazing results.  Over 200,000 visitors filed through the various auction houses on just the first two days. Numbers for the w...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jan 16, 2012, 7:32 pm
While the now concluded Detroit Auto Show just displayed a whole slew of new makes and models to be released this year, many people are turning their eyes to the past at the Scottsdale, Arizona 2012 auto auction. This yearly auction is a who’s who of car collectors and they come from all over the ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Cool Modified Cars - Jan 15, 2012, 12:19 am
You can tell a lot about the redline of a car. The higher the RPM’s bounce off the Limiter, the more badass your car is…PLAIN AND SIMPLE!This black on black murdered out Evo 9 is tuned to put out more than 850 HP. At 8k RPM more stock cars are done, and few turbocharged cars can even drea...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jan 12, 2012, 1:24 pm
Youth culture has always been the target of much advertising and car manufacturers are eager to win their dollars. Millions have been spent over the last few decades trying to figure out exactly what college students and 20 something, often called Millennial’s or Gen Y, want in a product. After al...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jan 9, 2012, 7:33 pm
If you are like most people in America you undoubtedly want to do your part to help save the environment as well as reduce our dependency on gasoline.  You probably have some energy efficient home features and a vehicle with cleaner emissions but you want to do more. You are thinking about purchasi...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jan 5, 2012, 6:53 pm
Over the last few decades few names have established the reputation and storied history that Ferrari has. Now, Ferrari is paying tribute to their legacy by opening the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena.  The Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari will open on March 10, a little over a month after Enzo’s February 18...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jan 3, 2012, 6:46 pm
Car safety has always been an important issue for drivers.  Crash test ratings have become a major selling point as well as safety features like side impact crunch zones and side airbags.  While driving can still be a very dangerous thing to do, it may be safer then you realize. A recent study sh...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Cool Modified Cars - Dec 6, 2011, 9:02 pm
TMR Evo X Bathurst Edition Evo X Bathurst Edition Evo X Bathurst Edition Badge Team Mitsubishi Ralliart in Australia has released a special edition Evo X Bathurst Edition to commemorate the victory of a Lancer Evolution in the 12h race at Mount Panorama. It has a premium of $ 8,250...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Dec 6, 2011, 2:35 pm
Once the automobile was invented, it probably only took a day before toy cars were produced. Every boy, and even most girls, own at least one toy car. While there are many brands and varieties, easily the most famous and recognizable name is Hot Wheels by Mattel. And if every little boy has a toy ca...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Nov 30, 2011, 7:36 pm
Okay there are many different types of jack but they all have the same basic principle. There is usually a little crank you have to turn or there is a lever you pump up and down. Often times the crank or lever is a separate piece you must insert and sometimes they use the other end of the lug wrench...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Nov 28, 2011, 7:08 pm
Now that Thanksgiving is over, it is officially winter. For much of the United States winter started some time ago, but in many places it is just now getting cold.  Is your car ready? Winter weather can cause any number of problems for you and your car and it pays to be ready for them in advance. S...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Nov 21, 2011, 6:50 pm
These days it seems like fewer and fewer people know anything about basic car repair and maintenance. In the old days, like back in your grandfathers day, if your car broke down, the first thing you do it try to fix it yourself. Knowing how to work on a used car was just an everyday part of life. No...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Cool Modified Cars - Nov 10, 2011, 6:26 pm
Before we get to the Gemballa MP4-12C GT3 car lets first take a look at the base model supercar. In 2009 McLaren launched an all new supercar dubbed the MP4 -12C. Like the McLaren F1 from 15 years ago; the McLaren MP4-12C also benefits from the experience of Formula 1 racing that McLaren has had o...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Nov 1, 2011, 6:51 pm
It’s late at night, you are driving down an isolated road, suddenly, bright eyes flash in your lights and a rabbit darts across the road. In horror you slam your breaks before you hit the thumper, or do you?  Nobody wants to hit an animal (and if they do they need to be watched closely) but is it...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Oct 31, 2011, 7:36 pm
In three days Chevy will have cause for celebration. It is turning 100 years old and while the company has been remarkably successful, the man who it was named after, was not.  In fact, the two have had very little to do with each other. Chevrolet the man stands in stark contrast to the success of ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Oct 28, 2011, 1:01 am
The right blend of good looks, latest technology and muscle makes the 2012 Audi A7 one of a kind among the many luxury cars. The materials used inside the Audi A7 are spectacular and lavish. An array of fine woods and soft leather are utilized to accent the door trims, console and the dashboard. A...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Oct 27, 2011, 5:07 am
America’s perception about status cars have changed in the past few years. Let’s take a look at what constitutes a status car. First we’ll examine which cars aren’t status cars; it’s not the entry level BMW’s or Audi’s. These cars are usually relatively affordable and you don’t need...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Oct 26, 2011, 6:53 pm
If you are a Camaro aficionado then this is your lucky day. Few cars embody the heart of the American automobile industry like the famed Camaro.  We have been hearing about the new Camaro ZL1 for some time now and finally we get a look at some of the spec.  Details about Chevrolet’s new Camaro Z...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Oct 25, 2011, 3:12 am
Did you know that someone who sends text messages while driving is just as impaired as a drunk driver if not more? Hard to believe but it is true. Studies have shown that individuals who text when driving have a slower reaction time than a drunk driver. Yet there are so many people who continue to ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Oct 19, 2011, 1:44 am
It can be a challenge to drive in a big place like Los Angeles. Traffic is obviously congested, roads can be narrow plus there are lots of pedestrians everywhere. Here are some tips to help you drive in the City of Angels. One of the hardest parts of driving in Los Angeles is dealing with the insan...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Oct 17, 2011, 6:29 pm
Most of the laws we have on the books make a lot of sense. The speed limit is there for a reason and we all know to obey traffic signals. However, there are a few laws out there that are strange to say the least. Let’s take a look at the strangest traffic laws. In  the city of Eureka in Californ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Cool Modified Cars - Oct 10, 2011, 3:12 am
Looking at the Gemballa MIG-U1 for the first time you may either say “wow” or “what the heck?” What is the kind of car? Clearly a super sports car in its uncompromising design, but what brand is that? Believe it or not this is a Modified Ferrari Enzo.  The Ferrari Enzo cost over $600,...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Oct 7, 2011, 6:59 pm
Cruising is popular and we can see why; it’s relatively affordable and allows us to really test out our cars and take it out for a nice spin. Let’s take a look at the coolest roads to cruise in California. Sunset Boulevard – If you wan to drive alongside Ferrari’s and check out celebrities...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Sep 29, 2011, 12:44 pm
... you looking to buy a used car? Used cars are more in demand than ever before. Part of the reason why used cars are so much in demand is due ... and as a result consumers are keeping their cars for a longer period of time. As ... and as a result the demand for efficient cars and especially hyb...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Sep 26, 2011, 6:14 pm
Many car companies aren’t just producing more efficient cars. They are also using renewable energy, solar energy and using recycled materials in their cars. Using solar energy doesn’t only cut electricity costs but it’s also much more environmentally friendly. Ford Motor has massive solar pan...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Sep 22, 2011, 12:42 pm
There was a time when it seemed like social networking sites were perhaps a fad that would eventually fade out. However, social media sites have become a large part of our culture and daily life. Let’s take a look at automotive systems that allow us to connect with our friends while we are on the ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Sep 16, 2011, 12:29 pm
... love driving, why not take a road trip? MN has some of the ... long; it’s just twenty miles of road along the lake. The road ... along the way. The Great River Road – This road is ideal if you are looking for a trip that ... days long. It’s a famous road with a lot of history; ... ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Sep 14, 2011, 1:06 pm
... wars” which only means that customers will  be getting the deals. One of the American companies offering great deals in Cadillac. They will be offering around seven thousand bucks off the purchase of a DTS and STS car. Even European car makes are offering deals to such as Mercedes who will ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Sep 12, 2011, 5:17 pm
Want to run your own car company? Automation is a pc game designed by CamShaft software that lets you run your own auto company from scratch. You get to build a car from the bottom up. The game is very technical and sure to appeal to automotive fans. Players get to specify details such as the numbe...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Cool Modified Cars - Sep 5, 2011, 2:43 pm
ANDERSON Germany is well known the world over for tuning super exotic sports cars as well as luxury cars. Their idea of tuning starts not with a regular old boring base Ferrari F430 Spider (if there is such a thing); but instead Anderson took the best car Ferrari had to offer in 2009 the Scu...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Cool Modified Cars - Sep 4, 2011, 5:54 pm
The team at Norris Designs has a Mitsubishi Evo IX that should be crowned the King of England. This Japanese sedan has no equal in the land of jolly old England. With 950 horsepower and 700lb-ft of torque on tap; the Norris Evolution can run the quarter mile in 9.26 seconds with a top speed ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Sep 2, 2011, 7:12 pm
Did you know that many people die each year from distracted driving?  Some folks think it’s not a big deal to text or chat when driving but it can be lethal One of the most common distractions is texting and chatting on the phone while driving. This is one that is easy to avoid because you can c...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Aug 30, 2011, 7:37 pm
So you wanna buy a new car but not sure what to pick… coupe or sedan? Minivan or SUV? It all depends on your lifestyle. It really does. If you’ve got kids or planning to have some you want at the very least a sedan If you’ve got a few kids then perhaps a SUV. If you’ve got a ton of em’, s...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Aug 29, 2011, 5:21 pm
Everyone immediate thinks of the Camry in association with Toyota.  It’s Camry’s flagship auto and one of it’s best sellers. What the Camry offers is efficiency, value and reliability. It’s the ultimate family car that will last for many years even with heavy wear and tear. Over fifteen mi...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Aug 24, 2011, 7:30 pm
Let’s take a look at some of the most scariest things that can happen on the road and how to react to them. One of the scariest thing that can happen is having your gas pedal get stuck. It can be super scary not being able to adjust the speed and having your car travel full force ahead. The most ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Aug 19, 2011, 6:17 pm
One of the most important things to consider when running a major automotive company such as Ford or Honda is the location of where you want to build your cars. You want to pick a location where it will be cost efficient to build vehicles because the profit margin can actually be rather low dependin...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Aug 15, 2011, 12:55 pm
Embarrassing moments can happen any time anywhere. However, since this is a car blog, we’ll explore the most embarrassing moments that can happen in your car. I find it highly embarrassing when I try to parallel park into a spot and fail miserably with either the front or the end sticking out. It...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Aug 9, 2011, 5:24 pm
Car repair and auto body services are required if you want your car to look good and run well for many years to come. Basic services include oil and filter changes and getting fluids replaced. However, collisions may require more work such as auto body work. Here are a few of the basic services per...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Aug 1, 2011, 6:57 pm
Most of us are pretty polite in our day to day lives but many people turn into inconsiderate folks when behind the wheel. Courtesy on the road goes a long way. The most reckless and obnoxious drivers are those who dart in and out of traffic at very high speeds and change lanes like a snake without...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jul 29, 2011, 12:37 pm
We’d like to believe that the car we drive doesn’t matter, but the fact is that we are frequently judged by what we drive. First and foremost, it’s most important that you are pleased with what you drive. If you’re happy that’s all that matters. However, it’s very idealistic to believe ...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jul 27, 2011, 5:28 pm
Do you think we’ll see lots of hydrogen cars in 10 years? If we build more filling stations and find a way to make the process of building a fuel cell cheaper then it is definitely possible. When it comes to green cars, the most popular ones seem to be hybrids. That’s because they are generally...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jul 25, 2011, 1:38 pm
Don’t want to pay a ton of money but still want a car that sports a big personality and lots of style? Check out the new Kia Soul. It’s hard to beat a car that is priced at just under $14k.In addition it is fun and funky looking thanks to its square shape which is bound to get noticed. The Sou...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jul 22, 2011, 12:42 pm
Nissan is one of the premier auto companies with a long history of producing cars that are practical, efficient and most important, affordable. Here are a few winners From Nissan Ready to go green? If you have a short commute and tend to stick around your local area then take a look at the Nissan L...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jul 18, 2011, 12:21 pm
Hatchbacks are not as popular as regular sedan’s of course, however they make up around ten percent of all automotive sales. The great advantage of a hatchback is the fact that most have much more storage space than a regular vehicle. On top of that, some consumers may like the looks of this spor...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jul 12, 2011, 1:22 pm
Did you know that the minivan and Corvette were actually inspired by concept cars? The mini van is currently a staple of all suburban moms and a common sight everywhere; however at one point in time it was a new idea. Who knew that it would become so successful? Actually, many cars actually incorpor...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Best New Autos - Jul 6, 2011, 6:45 pm
Looking for a new car and can’t decide whether you want to buy from a dealer or from a private party? Let’s go over these two methods of buying a car. If your main concern is getting a car that is reliable and if you aren’t good at fixing cars yourself then you probably want to purchase direc...
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Thomas R. posted an article on Cool Modified Cars - Jun 29, 2011, 12:34 am
Last year at the famed Rev Speed Battle at the World Famous Tsukuba track in Japan an interesting orange Evolution X show up to run with the big dogs. All the big players were out in force. Well when everything was said and done the Koyama Racing Labo Evo placed 7th. It just so happens that...
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