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  • The Heart Pounding, Road Ripping Dodge Magnum SRT8
    The Dodge Magnum is a sport wagon that truly has left the station. Select the SRT8 version and you have one heck of a tire burning, road ripping, people hauling, stuff moving autocar.
  • Chrysler 300C SRT8: The Fusion of Luxury and Performance
    The Chrysler 300C put the excitement back into full sized rear wheel drive American cars like no other model before it. The brawny Chrysler 300C SRT8 takes it all one step further to provide a luxury car that is truly the head of its class.
  • Dodge SRT8 Charger: Not Just Another Family Sedan
    The Dodge Charger SRT8 is not your ordinary family sedan; by no means! With the kids in tow, you can blow past your neighbor's Mustang and challenge your pal's Corvette especially if you add several rock solid aftermarket parts to its beefy frame.
  • Tricking Out Your Dodge Ram SRT-10
    Dodge's Ram SRT-10 is one heck of a powerful truck. Add in some nifty aftermarket features and the Viper is within its reach.
  • Mercedes Blue: New Diesels Miss the Mark
    Mercedes is feeling a little bit blue lately, but who can blame them? California, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Maine say that their new generation of BLUETEC diesel aspirated engines don't do enough to reduce harmful pollutants. Effectively, 20 percent of the market will be shut out when these new models debut over the coming months.
  • The Highly Refined and Capable BMW X5 SAV
    BMW's big X5 is a capable, luxury SUV that can take on all comers. Despite elevated fuel prices, demand for the X5 remains strong and the German automaker plans on following up this first generation model with a new, larger SUV expected to seat 7 passengers. Please read on for an informative overview of the BMW X5.
  • The Race Car Inspired BMW M3
    BMW and Mercedes are locked in a pitched battle for the right to call themselves the top luxury automotive brand in the world. With Lexus making inroads, neither make can afford a misstep. For BMW, part of their future fortunes will rest on models such as the soon to be released BMW M3. Intrigued? Please continue reading for an overview of this race inspired compact car.
  • Insuring Your Cadillac For Less Money
    Cadillac is widely regarded as America's luxury brand. For generations, these cars have epitomized American luxury while delivering the comfort, luxury, and distinction of GM's top brand. Car insurance costs for even Cadillac owners can become unmanageable, but you can save hundreds of dollars each year by obtaining competing Cadillac auto insurance quotes.
  • Audi A8: Mercedes, BMW Beware!
    Audi's A8 is a technological and engineering model. While BMW and Mercedes may boast more sales, the A8 is truly a cutting luxury car in a sea of German exports.
  • Saturn: That Was Then, This Is Now
    The Saturn brand has changed tremendously over the past two decades. One model is giving way to six and the brand is now officially part of the General Motors line up. Is there a Saturn in your future?
  • 2007 Saturn AURA: The Wait Is Over!
    Saturn's potent AURA is now in a dealer showroom near you. Will the AURA impress or will it leave enthusiasts disappointed as did the previous L Series midsize sedan?
  • Audi A4: From Passat and Back
    The Audi A4 is a capable, fun to drive sedan, cabriolet, and wagon from Germany's third biggest luxury car maker. What distinguishes the A4 from Mercedes and BMW? Price, engineering, and technology. Please read on to learn just what the Audi A4 has in store for you, the motorist.
  • Acura RSX: Swan Song
    If you like the Acura RSX, hurry down to your local Acura dealer and get one today. This model year promises to be the last one for the venerable Acura coupe.
  • Acura TL: Renewed Vigor
    The Acura TL improves on the Acura Vigor, the model it replaced ten years ago. In typical Honda fashion, Acura has quickly learned the ropes so much so that the BMW 3 Series is ripe for its taking.
  • Audi TT: Tourist Trophy
    Audi's popular little coupe/roadster is poised to grow up when the next generation of the TT is released in 2007. See what Audi has in store for its tourist trophy.
  • All About Audi
    Audi's rich history isn't without much toil and trouble, but the German automaker has triumphed in the face of adversity to produce cars that are truly remarkable and legendary.
  • Acura Integra: The Car, The Legend
    Acura's Integra is a truly "hot" car, but in more ways than you might expect. Although the Integra designation is no longer used the car lives on as the RSX today.
  • Acura RSX: Integra Again
    Acura's Integra is now the RSX, a sporty head-turning three door coupe. Read on to learn exactly what powers this car and the future plans Honda has for the model.
  • Is Acura Missing the Alternate Fuels Boat?
    The Honda division is getting "all the goods" when it comes to alternate fuel technology, while Acura is missing out. All that will radically change within the next few years.
  • Acura: 20 Years of Honda Luxury
    Honda's Acura division continues to receive accolades and for good reason: the brand has successfully captured the hearts and minds of thousands of drivers who have grown accustomed to Acura refinement, Acura luxury, and Acura engineering.
  • The Expanding E85 Fleet of General Motors
    E85: Is it the way to go or a passing fad? You decide!
  • Cadillac's Proposed Exciting New Coupe
    Cadillac is giving serious consideration to building its first coupe in more than a decade. Read all about the CTS derived car that just may change the face of America's luxury brand.
  • Ford F-150 FX2: A Hot Pick-Up Truck!
    Ford's perennial top seller, the F-150, is getting yet another model, the sporty FX2. Read on to discover how Ford is responding to consumer sentiment when building this bold, new truck.
  • Retro or Heritage, It Is All The Same To You!
    Words can make a big difference, even in what you call a particular motor vehicle. Hatchback, ragtop, and station wagon are terms that are eschewed by marketers, while green, heritage, and crossover are now popularized.
  • Ford Crown Victoria: Change Is Good
    Three decades after the first Crown Vics rolled off of the assembly line, Ford appears to be preparing a big overhaul to the marque. An unlikely source from down under may play an important role in helping to bring a new full sized Ford to the U.S. market.
  • The Upcoming Buick LaCrosse Super Sport
    Buick is poised to build a roadster based on its concept Velite cabriolet. If all goes as planned, the new model will transform Buick's image almost overnight. Have you driven a Buick lately?
  • A Stylish Crossover Vehicle For Kia
    Kia's Rondo is all set for production and will soon be appearing on streets across the U.S. Read all about this hot little crossover vehicle from Korea's budget automaker.
  • The Hyundai Azera Surges to the Top
    The Hyundai Azera is battling with the Toyota Avalon for customers and at a price thousands less than its chief competitor. Will consumers take the bait? Will you?
  • Ultra Low Priced Cars: Will You Buy One?
    Cheap cars are on their way. Will the quality be as low as the price or will never before seen bargains be the rule?
  • Lexus’ Tricked Out to the Max LS-460
    Lexus is introducing a new LS-460 that will take onboard technology to the next level. See just what the flagship of the Lexus fleet will be featuring when the car is released later this year.
  • Install A Cold Air Intake For Better Performance
    A cold air intake is an attractive looking and great sounding device. Reap more power and save on fuel economy by installing a quality intake system on your car, truck, van, or SUV.
  • 7 Tips To Help You Select Your Custom Car Cover
    Finding the right car cover for your vehicle is essential if you want to protect it from moisture, pollution, bird excrement, even small dings. Not all car covers are the same and few can offer total protection for your car. Read on to learn about the car cover that is right for your car.
  • Cargo Liner Essentials and Information
    Outfitting your truck or SUV with a cargo liner is a wise decision. If you are in the market for such an accessory, there are some things you must know first before making your purchase.
  • GM Plans to Keep Saab, Hummer
    Saab and Hummer apparently have been spared the same fate met by Oldsmobile a few years ago: dissolution of the brand. Still, both brands are troubled, but it appears that GM will stick with them through thick or thin. One make will likely prosper while the other may eventually be folded into another brand.
  • Mercedes E-Class: Harnessing The Wow Factor
    Mercedes is about to release its all-new E-Class line of luxury cars. With 29 variations planned, DaimlerChrysler is hoping that you will be impressed enough to purchase the 2007 model, its most recent effort to wrest sales away from its German rival, BMW.
  • American Muscle: Ford, Dodge, and Chevy
    America's muscle car era peaked during the 1960s, but a new era may soon be returning thanks to the Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger, and Chevy Camaro.
  • Mercedes B-Class Begets the Dodge Hornet
    Mercedes' compact B-Class will soon appear on American streets followed by the Dodge Hornet, a vehicle that will be inspired and derived from the B-Class.
  • Ford Fusion v. Lincoln Zephyr: Worth the Premium?
    The Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr are essentially the same car. Only slight changes in trim and engineering sets the Zephyr apart from the Fusion. Is the Zephyr worth the premium price or would consumers be better served going with the Fusion?
  • Naza Automotive: U.S. Market Possible?
    Malaysia's automotive market is young, but growing. Much like Korea's market was just a generation ago, Malaysia's auto industry is poised to debut on the world scene. Naza and Proton are two names worth remembering; at least one is likely to export its cars to the American market some day.
  • Flex Fuel Vehicles: More Choices
    Production of flex fuel vehicles continues to widen, giving consumers more choices. If you want to do your part to lessen America's dependency on foreign fuel while helping the environment, then an FFV may be right for you.
  • You Can Save Money On Car Expenses
    You can save money by trimming back on car expenditures. The following tips can help you achieve big savings.
  • Floor Mats and Liners for Your Vehicle
    You can protect your vehicle's interior and your truck's cargo area. Select custom made cargo liners and floor mats to ensure that your vehicle is properly protected at all times.
  • Buick: Giving the Brand Meaning
    Will Buick survive GM's financial woes or find itself in the heap of automotive history along with Packard, Oldsmobile, DeSoto, Plymouth, Nash, Hudson, AMC, Studebaker, Checker, and countless other makes?
  • Cadillac v. Lincoln: Does It Matter?
    Back during the glory days of American motoring, enthusiasts could expect a sharp battle between two luxury car giants for market supremacy. Lincoln and Cadillac competed for luxury car leadership, but that was then and this is now.
  • Performance Air Filters For Your Car
    To get better performance for your car, an air filter is the cheapest way to do just that. Environmentally friendly, cost effective, and an all around great part for any vehicle.
  • Chrysler 300C: The Stretched Version
    Chrysler is planning on building a stretched version of the 300C, a car that will receive favor by the livery crowd. One drawback: a price premium as high as $5000 over the standard model!
  • 2007 Nissan Sentra: Big Surprises Inside!
    Nissan's Sentra is bigger, roomier, and more luxurious than ever before. The 2007 model marks some big changes for the popular model, changes that are sure to delight Nissan fans everywhere.
  • Chinese Cars: Arrival Delayed!
    While the arrival of Chinese cars has been delayed, they will still arrive on American shores pending the resolution of three concerns.
  • 6 Must Have Auto Accessories
    Buying a new car is a thrill: the feel, the new car smell, the pristine ride, the lack of floor mats... Yes, odd as it seems, your new car probably left the showroom without several key accessories. Don't let the dealer add them in after the fact, otherwise you will pay a mint for the favor.
  • Saturn AURA: Turning a Corner
    The Saturn AURA is the latest offering from GM's avant garde division. Will the car succeed or flop like an earlier model sold by the Tennessee auto manufacturer?
  • Introducing the Dodge Caliber!
    The Neon is gone and the Caliber has arrived. Read on to find out just how the Caliber stacks up.
  • Protect Your BMW's Finish
    You paid a precious mint for your bimmer, but there is one product you still need that didn't come with your new car.
  • Cadillac Sixteen: Concept or Production Vehicle?
    Cadillac continues to show a prototype car, the Sixteen, at auto shows across the country. Will the dream car be built or will the Sixteen simply fade into obscurity?
  • Brand Dilution: GM's Real Problem
    General Motors problems are deeper than financial. A dilution of brands has not helped and the automaker must distinguish its brands in order to compete successfully in today's market.
  • 2008 Saturn VUE: Inspired by Opel
    Thanks to GM's European division, Opel, a new Saturn VUE will roll off of the Spring Hill, TN factory line breathing new life into the brand's original SUV model.
  • Performance Enhancers For Your Car
    Tired of your car being outperformed by the compact down the street? Get these four parts and your car will have room to vroom!
  • Mercedes-Benz And Your Safety
    Some car crashes cannot be avoided and serious injury or death can follow. Please read what Mercedes-Benz is doing to help prepare vehicle occupants moments before a crash occurs.
  • Bug Protection For Your Car
    Splat! There goes your clean windshield. In moments, your car is peppered with finish ruining bug juice. What to do? These two handy accessories can help you keep the bug population at bay.
  • Counterfeit Auto Parts: A Global Epidemic
    That replacement auto part you are planning to install or have installed on your vehicle may be a counterfeit. Government officials are telling us that the fake parts industry is costing Americans billions of dollars per year. Counterfeit auto parts are plain wrong...unsafe too!
  • You Can Find Affordable Mercedes Benz Parts
    Mercedes-Benz is a trusted name and the benchmark by which so many cars have long been judged. Finding the right replacement parts for your Daimler vehicle can be tricky and costly, but it can be done.
  • Chrysler Gives Its Okay To The Imperial
    The ultra luxurious Chrysler Imperial will be returning as DaimlerChrysler gives the car its blessing. However, you will have to wait as the car will show up as a 2011 model.
  • Discount Auto Parts: 4 Ways to Save!
    Never before have their been so many choices as to where you can purchase replacement automobile parts. Some retailers are better than others; four choices are listed herein.
  • Toyota: The New Number One?
    General Motors is number one, but Toyota is gaining. Who will be the winner by the end of this year?
  • 3 American Performance Cars
    The Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger, and Chevrolet Camaro are muscle cars extraordinaire. Only the Mustang is currently being produced, but plans are underway to bring back the Challenger and Camaro. Is this the new age of Aquarius or are we witnessing a new muscle car era?
  • 2007 Saturn SKY: The Wait Is Over
    The Saturn SKY has risen. Dealer mark ups as high as $5000 over invoice are commonplace, but the car is already sold out for the model year. Will you purchase one or will you sit back and wait for the hype to blow over?
  • Get Ready For A Compact BMW
    BMW has a compact car, the 1 Series, which it is planning to bring to the U.S. Are consumers ready for a tiny BMW or will the model be rejected by enthusiasts?
  • 2008 Mercedes B Class: American Introduction Delayed?
    Mercedes is considering importing its all new "B Class" cars to the U.S. starting in 2007. These 2008 models would be a first for Mercedes as far as U.S. motorists are concerned who are used to bigger Benzs, not Golf sized compacts.
  • 2006 Ford Focus: Never Better!
    Ford's Focus has improved with age, but in its seventh model year the car needs updating.
  • GM: Solutions For Effective Change
    The General Motors Corporation has been in the news a lot lately as the company comes to grip with soaring legacy costs, tougher competition, and quality issues. In North America, GM is bruised and desperately needing to make some painful changes. Please read on for some of my suggestions to help the company restore its standing in North America.
  • Asian Cars: Auto Manufacturers to Watch
    Tata, Hindustan, Geely, Proton, and Chery are not yet household names. Two of these names will become well known in 2007 as their cars are sold in the U.S. for the first time. As for the other three, you can expect that they are also eyeing the American market.
  • Chinese Cars: Redefining the Market
    Chinese cars of doubtful quality will likely soon be sold via dealer networks spanning the U.S. and Canada. Prices will likely be incredibly low and put pressure on competing manufacturers to rethink their strategy and lower their prices.
  • 2007 Automotive Sneak Peek!
    There is a new car in your future. Sooner rather than later for some. Check out what the automakers have planned for model year 2007.
  • 2007 Nissan Versa: Gen "Y", Take Notice
    Nissan is poised to release a Scion fighter all of its own. The Versa is aimed squarely at young buyers and certainly worth the consideration of those looking for value and style in their new car.
  • 2006 Mitsubishi Raider: A Rebadged Delight!
    The Mitsubishi Raider pick up truck is a rebadged version of the Dodge Dakota. Adding its own flair and style, the truck fills an important void in the Mitsubishi line up.
  • 2006 New Car Highlights
    A new model year brings with it all new cars and the chance for automakers to bring fresh customers into their showrooms in the hopes that some will be persuaded to purchase the new model or at the very least switch auto brands. The following are some the newest models being touted. Will any of them grab your attention? Your local dealers certainly hope so!
  • The Auto Writer, Part I
    Automotive notes for February 21, 2006.
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