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271). Hubcaps Or Wheel Covers, What’s In A Name?  By : Phil Sollecito
Cars and trucks built before about 1935 came on wire spoke wheels with small metal caps installed to seal the wheel hub on the axle. Those early "HUBcaps" were smaller than 3" in diameter, made of heavy gauge plated steel hammered onto the hub of the wheel. Their main function was to keep dirt out of the spindle nut and the wheel bearings.

272). Nissan 350 Z Blends in Performance, Technology and Design in One Package  By : Tom Bailey
Performance. Technology. Design. These are what the Nissan 350 Z is all about. And yes, all those are found in just one vehicle. For power, the Nissan 350 Z has a 3.5 liter VQ engine that could produce some 300 units of horsepower. It also gets help from a six speed close ratio short throw manual transmission, along with an advanced multi-link susp...

273). 2007 Saturn SKY: The Wait Is Over  By : Matthew C. Keegan
After months of nonstop hype, the 2007 Saturn SKY is now entering dealer showrooms. This two seat roadster marks an important turning point for the Saturn brand long identified with building nondescript, but dependable vehicles. With an MSRP of $23,690, the SKY is certain to sell for several thousand dollars over the dealer's sticker price as deman...

274). 2006 Chevy Impala SS: More Vroom!  By : Matthew C. Keegan
Chevy’s flagship car, the Impala, finally has the power to match its heralded name. Ever since the car was redesigned in the late 1990s, the Impala has been more of a pretender than a performer. Now with an optional small block 5.3L V8 added to the mix, the 2006 Chevrolet Impala can go toe to toe with the Chrysler 300 and the Dodge Charger. The cha...

275). You Can Protect Your Car From Mother Nature  By : Matthew C. Keegan
Mother Nature has it out for you…your car, that is. The moment you bring your vehicle home from the dealership, the assault has begun. Sun, rain, snow, hail, dust, birds, debris, pollution, and a host of other elements and items can doom your “new car” look in no time. What can you do? Fight back, that’s how. Let’s take a look at some smart ways yo...

276). The Remarkable Sports Car  By : Margaret Adams
Mazda provided the automotive world with an affordable true sports car with its Mazda Miata. This vehicle was developed and designed in the California studio of Mazda and the complete manufacturing and production was really and entirely done in the company’s factory in Japan. This vehicle has certainly garnered such a quite large interest in the au...

277). Racing Go Karts: A History  By : J Larry Alan
Go karts were first created in the United States in the 1950s with the majority of historians crediting Art Ingels as the inventor. He built his first go kart in California in 1956 and it was during this post-war period where airmen raced these go karts as a way to pass the time. They are referred to as go karts, go carts, go-karts, sh...

278). Auto Parts Online is Changing Lanes  By : Jenny McLane
Yes, Auto Parts Online is changing lanes. In truth, this online store has constantly been doing so. Auto Parts Online is one of the leading supplier and dealer of auto parts in the United States and in other parts of the world as well. It has been in service to the automobile world for more than twenty five productive years. It...

279). Brand Dilution: GM's Real Problem  By : Matthew C. Keegan
Throughout General Motor's post World War II history, the company has managed to sell various products across its entire line up, thereby offering visitors to its showrooms a wide variety of models. This custom of "brand dilution" was an acceptable practice at GM, Ford, and Chrysler for several generations, but the practice has had its pitfalls.

280). 2006 Kia Rio: Use and Toss?  By : Matthew C. Keegan
Kia vehicles have managed to make significant strides in quality and durability since being introduced to the US market in 1994. Widely panned by critics as producing cheaply built and cheaply priced models, some Kia models are now performing at average or slightly above. The Kia Rio is not one of these cars, however. Only the extended warranty mak...

281). Great Toyota Parts  By : Keith Hernandez
Cars are something we use to get by with our daily lives. They have been changed and improved over the years, with better safety feature and luxury features as well. With the stress of our lives today we would like to have comfort and power operated auto part with the push of a button. Today, most cars come with an air conditioning sy...

282). Oh How I Love My Car  By : Analeese Burnabaker
Of all of the things I own, my car would have to be on the top of my list of what I am most grateful for. I literally cannot imagine my life without my car. Can you imagine your life without a car? The obvious reason that I love my car so much is because of the convenience it brings to my life. If it were not for my car, how would I ge...

283). Knock Sensor Failure: Now What?  By : Matthew C. Keegan
Bella Miller skillfully navigated her BMW 735i onto the expressway, dodging a semi that was quickly barreling down on her. Darting over to the left lane she eased up on the accelerator just enough to give herself a little bit of extra room between her car and the Blazer she was now following. Traffic was fairly heavy at this hour of the afternoon, ...

284). Pros And Cons Of Buying Used Cars  By : Gregory Ashton
Each year, out of all the vehicles bought in the U.S., 41 million are used cars compared to only 16 million new car purchases. Since purchasing a car is the next financial investment made by US citizen other than housing, it is important to determine if buying a used car is worth your money. 1) CONS - Here is a list of the...

285). Mazda Navajo: The Cheaper Twin  By : Margaret Adams
Introduced in 1991 and sold only in the United States, the Mazda Navajo is a sport utility vehicle that sported two doors. It was made available as a four wheel drive. The Mazda Navajo has been crafted so as to target the market for sporty SUVs. In essence, critics have commented that this vehicle is just a Ford Explorer with the bran...

286). The Top 3 Ways To Look For A Classic Car Online  By : Tim Jeffries
It’s annoying, I know, but it certainly is effective. The time and energy doing the research might seem annoying but it’s always worth it in the end. Imagine being 3 clicks from the find of your life. That’s the way the classic car market works online. I must admit to being a little bit of a classic car enthusiast myself. Furthermore, I must admit ...

287). Techie Truckers  By : Mike Dobson
Not only do truckers drive on the open roads but they also travel down the information super highway! Technology gives truckers a big boost in many areas and has made life a lot easier or at least more tolerable when they are away from home. Trucking software makes all the bookkeeping and paperwork easier to handle and stay organized....

288). The Secret to Saving 14% at the Gas Pump!  By : Scott Siegel
If you know the smart way to purchase your gas you can save a considerable amount of money. The following strategies could save you 4 percent, 5 percent, 10 percent or even 14 percent of your gas costs. In this article you will learn the secret to using two strategies that together should provide you with a significant discount on your...

289). Buy New Car Online  By : Lee Traupel
Smart buyers now use the Internet to buy new cars! Buying new cars online saves your precious time, money and effort at once. It is much faster and when you buy new cars online from an authorized car dealer, you just reap a horde of benefits. Really it's very easier to buy Cars, Vans, SUV's and Wagons online. But, with a plethora of sites catering ...

290). A History Of Sports Cars  By : John Davison
What defines the term sports car and why are we so fascinated with them. Is it simply the flowing curves of the body design, the massive power output of the high revving engines or could it even be the distinctive throaty musical note of the exhaust pipes. Everyone will have a different opinion on what they think makes sports cars special and for t...

291). Ford Bronco: More Than Just OJ Simpson’s Speed Chase Vehicle  By : Jason Moore
Starting from the year 1966 up until 1996, the Ford Bronco lived for a good three decades. This vehicle is actually a 4 x 4 sport utility vehicle. And it has had four distinct generations. Originally, this vehicle was designed and crafted with being a strict competitor in mind. And come the time that it was introduced, it was then com...

292). Great Audi Parts  By : Myra Johnson
In the last few years, Audi vehicles have become more and more popular. It is thought that Audi might even surpass Mercedes and be behind BMW. Here is a look at the best selling Audi accessories. You can be up to date and in style with the following accessories. 1. Custom Tail Lights. Altezza [or Euro] these lights are still popular. ...

293). Before the Mazda 6  By : Kimberly Meyer
For the market outside of its domain in Japan, Mazda produced the Mazda 626 family car. It was based on the Mazda Capella which was mainly sold in Japan. This new vehicle replaced the 616/618 and the RX-2 in 1979 and this was sold up until 2002. What took up the place of the Mazda 626 was the Mazda 6. In Asia, Australasia, and in Southern Africa, t...

294). Accessories To Improve Your Ride  By : Keith Hernandez
Simple ad-on accessories can change the feel and function of your vehicle. This article focuses mainly on the lower priced parts that can be found in larger auto parts stores, big department stores, online, and electronic stores that are under 50$. The 12 volt heated mug has a plug for power from the cigarette lighter socket. It keeps...

295). Floor Mats - A Buying Guide.  By : Will Mahoney
How many people recognize this scenario: You're getting ready to leave the job site after a long day of backbreaking work and your boots are absolutely filthy. Do you just jump in and tear off down the road or do you leave your boots in the bed and drive home in your socks? Or how about this one: You pull up to the soccer match to pick up the kids ...

296). Spot the ball to Win a Car  By : dave stanton
1in3000.com has developed this popular form of competition and brought it to an online playing field. Each spot the ball competition is a game of skill and judgment where both the thrill of playing and the odds of winning are higher. 1 in 3000.com offers people who love to play games a chance to come together to test their skills in sports competit...

297). BMW On Pace to Outsell Mercedes  By : Matthew C. Keegan
It is a close race, one that likely will not result in deep price cutting to move models, but is certain nevertheless to be on the minds of executives employed by two automakers until the clock strikes midnight for the final time this year. What the race is all about is this: the perennial sales battle between two German automakers, BMW and Mercede...

298). Diesel Engines: Tap the Advantage!  By : Matthew C. Keegan
If you own a diesel powered vehicle, you probably appreciate the inherent qualities of this type of engine. More torque, better fuel economy, easier maintenance are some of the attributes of owning a diesel powered vehicle. Still, some motorists complain about the engine’s weak power, particularly when accelerating from a full stop. What you may no...

299). Improving Your Gas Mileage  By : Carol Mitchel
The gas mileage of a vehicle is very important. After all, it is the main basis of seeing just how far a vehicle could go on a gallon of the very precious gas. Everybody would like to have longer miles on a gallon of gas for this commodity has become very expensive nowadays that wasting it would be just like throwing away good and hard-earned money...

300). Choosing the Right Tonneau Cover for Your Truck  By : 4wheelonline
Tonneau covers have become the big craze these days, and for good reason. Truck bed covers give you the option of having the extra storage space your truck provides, while maintaining the look of a sharp truck. In addition, tonneau covers have actually been proven to increase gas mileage while protecting your possession from the elements. These fea...

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