Category: Autos

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That’s Racing

A lot of my friends are discovering NASCAR and becoming race fans. In fact, the most influential athlete in America was announced the other day – and it turns out to be a NASCAR driver. Wow – when I was a kid no one I knew ever watched NASCAR races – ow it seems that everyone is watching.

My idea of racing is drag racing – not going around and around in circles for 4 hours. I like a good drag race – it’s fast and dangerous and exciting to watch dozens of pairs of racers each hour take off and have a winner within a minute or two. Race a half mile and hit 100 mph? Now, that’s racing.

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Helping a Friend

Everybody knows that the one thing I love is cars. I like looking at them and comparing the different types. That’s why I am frequently asked to help my friends when they are considering buying a new or used car. It seems that I have become the office expert. My friend don was interested in purchasing a car and he asked me what I thought. I told him I would help if I could.

The first car that always comes to my mind is the chevy. They are American built cars that are of a high standard. The one I am in love with recently is the Chevrolet Cruze Lt. It’s a nice piece of machinery that makes economic sense in this day and age. I like its style and looks and I think Don would look good driving it around.

There are other cars that I like as well. One that I really like is the Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible. It has what it takes to make the driver feel good about driving. There is one last car I should mention and that is the Subaru Legacy 2.5Gt. I like this vehicle as it has many options that are available and would be a great car for anyone. I liked helping Don make his choice and I hope I can do more of this type of thing in the future.

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After the bailouts

There is some good news for American automakers. They had a tough few years when the American public was pretty upset with them after they had to be bailed out from their financial woes. I know congress was all in arms for having to help them stay in business for several more years.

The auto industry seems to have gotten the message that good products are what the American public wants. They have come up with some great vehicles that have been pleasing to car buyers. This has led to an increase in sales and a healthy auto industry. I hope they can keep up these good business practices and continue on for several years to come.

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Suggestions

A friend of mine asked me if I would be able to help him out. He was looking for a new car and was a little overwhelmed by the situation. It’s a lot of work and can be very confusing and intimidating for those who are not used to it. I was glad to help and after doing a little research, I made a few suggestions.

The first thing I did was ask him what kind of car he needed. Knowing what you will use the car for will go a long way towards making your decision. He expressed some interest in getting a truck. If that was the case then I would suggest the Chevy Silverado. It’s a good vehicle that is solid and dependable. I might also suggest a Range-Rover. They are good for many things as well.

He also indicated that he may be more interested in something that was a little sportier. In that case, I would suggest the Nissan Altima. There are a number of cars to choose from and knowing what you want is a key. There is always a lot of information and some can be found in the car encyclopedia. It’s a good source of info to help you with your decision. I know my friend will make a good choice and I can’t wait to see him in his new car!

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Tricks of the trade

The work that I do makes it necessary that I travel a lot. From week to week, I never know where I’ll end up. I like seeing the different places I travel to and the new people that I meet. The only real problems I have are when my transportation breaks down. This happened to me on the last trip I went on, but I feel lucky that I was able to find a place to get my car repaired.

Knowing the tricks of the trade can help you overcome any problems you may face. One trick I use is a website called repairpal.com. When the honda accord I was driving started making funny noises, I knew I would have to stop and have it looked at. I used repairpal.com to find the best San Francisco auto repair shop around. I went there immediately and had the car looked at.

I was fortunate to be seen right away and it only took a few minutes for the mechanic to discover that my timing belt had gone bad. I had a new one installed and was back on the road quickly. It just goes to show how using the internet can help fix the problems that always pop up while I’m on the road. I hope I can learn a few more tricks like that!

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Gas mileage

The federal government announced new rules that will drive up the gas mileage of newly made cars. The standards will increase MPGs to a level of around 35.5 mpg for all cars by 2016. While the decision is controversial, I believe it is the right thing to do. Critics say the move will drive up new car prices, while environmentalists say the laws will help the environment.

As a consumer, I would be glad to know that every new car will have better gas mileage each year. This will help drive down the need for foreign oil by reducing the amounts of gas needed. I think this plan is based on common sense and I agree with it 100 percent.

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Cars for Me

One of the central items in our lives is our cars. That’s why shopping for a new one can be time consuming and costly. When purchasing a car it is very important to make a good decision. I believe it’s a good reason to ensure that you look at every option and use every tool that is available. That’s why I use thecarconnection.com when I take on a task like this.

While investigating the possibilities for a new car I ran across one that I really liked. It is called the cadillac cts and is a very sweet car. It has nearly everything you could want in a sedan and is very affordable when compared to other cars in its class. I also happen to know that this car is very reliable. Since I was looking for a new car, I thought I would look around some more.

Another car that I have always been interested in is the honda accord. I like the lines of this car and the long tradition of excellence in its making. It’s been a tried and true tested car and has survived over the years by having a reputation for quality. It’s important to me that I get a car that is of top quality and I would feel comfortable with this one.

I should mention some of the other cars that I thought were good candidates. The first of these other cars is the chevy malibu. This car is very affordable and gets good gas mileage. That’s always an important consideration. The other car I saw was the kia soul. This car is very stylish and looks good when riding down the road. It is a very safe car as well. I guess I’ll need more time to make my decision, but I’ll let you know when I decided what to get!

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Toyota Fixes

Despite all the work done by Toyota to fix their gas pedal problems, it seems that more work needs to be done. Some drivers are reporting that their cars are still malfunctioning even after being fixed by the company. Toyota announced that they are sending a team of experts to investigate the reported problems.

Congress has also been investigating the problem and has held several hearings on the matter. The National Highway Safety Administration is also concerned about the reports. Any driver who has had problems with their Toyota is being encouraged to take it to a dealer to be inspected.

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A Word about Cars

There are a few things in life that we all rely on. One of these things is our cars. I use my car every day and rely on it in many ways. I always count on the fact that it will start when I want it to and get me to where I’m going. I usually try to take care of my car but sometimes I neglect getting a tune up. I am busy a lot of times and my car has to wait. I am trying to start making sure I take better care of my car.

There are a few things that we can do to ensure that our cars are running as good as can be expected. One of the most important things is to do an oil change on a regular basis. By keeping your filter and oil clean, your car can take a lot of punishment and still be ok. I try to make sure I have mine done on a regular basis.

The hardest part about maintenance on a car is finding a garage you can trust. Be sure to search for the right mechanic that knows what he is doing. I usually try to find a good garage by searching on the internet. I look at reviews from other customers who have been there before. I did this one time on a trip and searched for Houston auto repair. I found a shop I liked and got my car fixed. I hope everyone will ensure that they take care of their cars as well as they take care of you!

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Recall

There is news on the automakers front that has become a disturbing trend. The giant automaker Toyota has recalled more than 2.3 million vehicles because of a problem with gas pedals that can become stuck. While in itself that is not so bad, the problem is that it comes right after a recall months ago with the same problem.

Toyota has been known for their reliability in safety matters over the years. This issue now brings doubt to their claims of being dependable. I hope they will soon find an answer to these problems and once again regain the trust of their customers!