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  • 10 Ways To Save On Car Insurance
    For most people car insurance is a the single largest insurance expense after health insurance. Rates are high and are forever climbing, at least it seems that way. You can save money on your car insurance premiums by following these easy to implement steps.
  • 2006 Ford Focus: Never Better!
    Ford's Focus has improved with age, but in its seventh model year the car needs updating.
  • 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!
  • 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 Automotive Sneak Peek, Part 2!
    Months earlier I shared information about five upcoming 2007 models. Model year will prove to be an exciting, if not exceptional year for automakers, therefore five more models are featured herein.
  • 2007 Automotive Sneak Peek, Part 3!
    2007 is shaping up as an important year for many automakers. GM and Ford have been been hit hard while Asian automakers are thriving. What's in it for you? Read on and I'll tell you what I know!
  • 2007 Chevy Tahoe: Selling Like Gangbusters
    Chevy's Tahoe is selling strong despite its size and high fuel prices. You may be surprised to learn just how economical this all new SUV really is.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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?
  • 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?
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 2010 Dodge Challenger: Back to the Future!
    Muscle car lovers are drooling over the prospect of driving a retro Challenger. Will we find you behind the wheel of one? Not so fast as the car is more than 3 years away from production.
  • 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?
  • 4 Reasons Why You Need A Tonneau Cover
    A tonneau cover looks great on any pick up truck and can be a worthwhile investment, protect your assets, and help you save on fuel.
  • 4 Smart [and Free] Programs For Your Computer
    You can protect your computer's security by installing any one of several freeware programs. Four are covered here.
  • 500 Auto Accessories!
    An almost endless supply and variety of aftermarket parts and accessories are available for your vehicle. Who can you thank for this, the Beach Boys? Yeah, little deuce coupe...
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • A Little Something Extra For Your Clients
    If you design and manage web sites for clients, have you thought about giving them a little something extra...for free? I appreciate my clients so much that I am offering to "whosoever will" the opportunity to take advantage of a free, add-on to their package, something not offered before...a blog.
  • 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.
  • About Writing: Just Get Started!
    Do you have writer's block? Are you not sure where to start? Simply start writing and you are one step closer to finishing.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Additional Start Up Airlines Are Looming
    The US airline industry is constantly changing. The following carriers, although not yet in business, may soon be transporting you to destinations hither and yon.
  • Affordable Cars Priced From Under $15K
    The number of vehicles sold for under $15,000 is still strong and soon to expand greatly in the face of cheap Chinese imports set to flood the North American market within one year's time.
  • Affordable Life Insurance!
    So, you’ve decided to purchase life insurance. Well then, you have made a good decision! If you have dependents, you know that you must provide for them long after you are gone. Buying life insurance shouldn’t be a budget buster either. Take a look at the following options which can help you save big time!
  • Airline Customer Service Careers
    The US airline industry appears to be getting out of its long term slump. New carriers have taken flight and several discount carriers are continuing to grow in size and influence. Opportunities for airline customer service personnel continues to improve; please read on for some tips as to where to look for employment.
  • Airline Dispatcher Job Sites
    Finding a job as an airline dispatcher is as easy as contacting an airline directly for work, right? Well, not always. Some airlines do not want you to contact them directly. Instead, you may be directed to an internet job board. I list several top sites here that regularly list airline dispatcher jobs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Article Marketing: Breaking Free
    Article marketing is best achieved by following certain "tried and true" practices. Matt shares with you some of the secrets of his success and invites you to get started on your next writing project today!
  • Article Marketing: Danger Signs
    Not all article directories are worthy of receiving your high quality articles. Matt shares his standards in selecting which types of directories receive his articles and which ones to avoid.
  • Article Marketing: Dress Up Your Own Site
    Article directories provide a great service to prolific authors. Still, there are rules and regulations you must follow in order to have your articles served up. In addition to marketing through directories, it is paramount for you to have your own site. Matt shares details with you on how he achieved a high performing site by following a few simple tips. You can too!
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Awesome Automotive Accessories!
    Owning a car is one thing, outfitting it the way you want it to look is another. Over 500 different accessories are available to auto enthusiasts; we take a look at 6 of the most popular ones.
  • Barry Bonds And Steroid Use
    Barry Bonds has allegedly been taking steroids to enhance his baseball skills. Will the book be thrown at Bonds or will he avoid conviction and go onto to pass Hank Aaron's homerun record?
  • Black Friday Is Coming!
    Black Friday is coming...are you ready?
  • BMW's Hydrogen Fuel Quest
    Think a hydrogen powered car is a farfetched idea? Think again! BMW is hard at work in their quest to become the first automaker in the world to have a production vehicle available that can run on hydrogen fuel. 2008 looks like the date when the first hydrogen powered BMW could be made available, infrastructure in place or not.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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?
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Chery Automobiles: China’s Auto War Begins
    Chinese made cars will soon be cruising many American streets. Much like Asian makes before it, these cars will start out with ultra low prices. If you thought that your Kia was priced low, wait 'til you see the prices planned for these imports!
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Christmas Shopping: Bargains For You!
    Christmas time will soon be here, but the bargains are already in place for the savvy shopper!
  • 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.
  • 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!
  • 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.
  • Chrysler's Rip Roaring SRT Family of Vehicles
    The Chrysler Group's series of SRT or Street and Racing Technology vehicles are an overwhelming hit for the automaker. Key models from Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep represent the performance side of the house and are taking American streets by storm.
  • Combating Christmas Shopping Stress
    Christmas is fast coming upon us with all the attendant stress. How do you cope? Five New Jersey residents share their unique perspectives on how they manage holiday season stress.
  • Condi: The Condoleeza Rice Story
    If you are fascinated by the life of Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice, then Antonia Felix's book about Dr. Rice will certainly appeal to you.
  • Confessions Of An Article Writer: Time Wasters!
    Managing a business means managing your time. Matt discusses five time wasters that can impede the profitability of any online business.
  • Corporate Flight Attendant Career: Getting Hired
    Passing through training is an all important step toward securing work as a corporate flight attendant. The next step, getting hired, has its own special challenges.
  • 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!
  • Customer Service Done Right
    Do you provide a service to your customers? You do, if you do any type of work. Are you interested in setting yourself apart from the pack? If so, you can make more money as long as you are committed to providing service that goes above and beyond what is expected.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Dodge, Ford to Build Scion Fighters?
    Scion fighters from Ford and Dodge are being planned for Mexican production and available to consumers in 2008. Will the vehicles compete or be lost in a sea of tiny cars from Nissan, Scion, Honda, Toyota, Daewoo, and China?
  • Driving New Cars For Free: Is There A Catch?
    Rolling billboards are all the rage, however are they worth it? According to some companies they are and they may be a great way for you to get yourself behind the wheel of a new ride...for free!
  • 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.
  • Flex Fuel: Will You Bite?
    FFV: flexible fuel vehicle. Are you interested in reducing your fuel costs, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and stopping our dependency on foreign oil? If so, ethanol may be the way to go. E85 is the "new" fuel source giving drivers an alternative to overpriced hybrids and clanky diesels.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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?
  • Ford: Restoring Prestige and Honor
    The "blue oval" has lost its luster and is in danger of being relegated to an "also ran" status. All is not lost for Ford, but changes must be incorporated to restore viability.
  • Forum Essentials: Dress Up Your Site For The Holidays
    The holiday season is fast approaching, don't lose your forum particpants; liven up your site and keep them coming back all throughout the year.
  • Free Credit Reports For You
    The federal Fair Credit Reporting Act has been amended to allow consumers to access for free on an annual basis copies of their credit reports. Take advantage of this new law today and find out what creditors are saying about you!
  • 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?
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • How to Attract Birds to Your Backyard Paradise For Less Than $100
    Like many Americans, you may find bird watching to be a fascinating hobby. At the same time, perhaps you wonder how you can attract regular visitors to your yard without busting the bank by purchasing expensive foliage, feeders, and food. Here are some tips toward helping you establish a backyard paradise that is certain to welcome birds without draining your wallet.
  • Identity Theft: Don't Become A Victim!
    If you don't think you have ever been a victim of identity theft, think again. In ways almost beyond our perception, thieves are making off with your valuable personal information, bringing havoc to so many lives. Here is a narrative outlining how you can respond if victimized by identity thieves.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Introducing the Dodge Caliber!
    The Neon is gone and the Caliber has arrived. Read on to find out just how the Caliber stacks up.
  • 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.
  • Jeep Commander: Stuck in a Sales Rut
    Jeep, there is only one. As far as the Commander goes, it isn't living up to expectations. In fact, the model is flailing with sales levels well below what they should be. What's wrong with the Commander? Will DCX dump the model?
  • Land Rover's Resilient, But Absent Defender
    For several years during the 1990s, the Land Rover Defender graced the line up of Land Rover vehicles sold in the U.S. Safety issues resulted in the cancellation of the Defender in 1998, but for 2007 many updates to the versatile and lauded SUV have been made. Will the Defender soon make its way back into the American market or do the changes stop short?
  • Letters to the Editor: Having Your Say
    Writing a letter to your newspaper's editor is a privilege that Americans have exercised since the early days of journalism. You need not be an expert about the topic at hand, but by adding your voice to the discussion you can help shape people's opinions positively and constructively. Here are some tips to help you get your letter published.
  • 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.
  • Life Lines
    Life Lines: Inspiration, Insight, and Wisdom for Daily Living is the first book by author Dave Meyer, husband of Joyce Meyers the reknowned Christian inspirational speaker. This 126 page devotional will certainly capture the interest of those who follow the Lord Jesus Christ.
  • Low Interest Credit Cards: A Thing of the Past?
    With interest rates rising, low or zero percent credit cards may soon become a thing of the past. However, the wise shopper can still secure a low rate by carefully shopping around.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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