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Several hybrids on Intellichoice ‘Best Deals’
Author: adminDecember 11, 2009
Hybrids still offer value with lower gas pricesAccording to Intellichoice, the “Best Deals of the Month” rankings for December 2009 “illustrate the power of hybrid and diesel vehicles in delivering value for consumers, even with gas prices relatively flat.”
For the month of December the Toyota Prius, Saturn Vue hybrid, GMC Sierra hybrid, and Chevy Silverado hybrid were Best Deals.
Likewise, the Prius, the Mercury Mariner hybrid, and the GMC Sierra hybrid are also ‘Best Overall Values’ regardless of month.
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New cobalt mine hints at increased hybrid production
Author: adminDecember 11, 2009
Hybrids good for IdahoCanada’s Formation Metals Inc is set to begin operations that should lead to a major cobalt mine in Idaho.
Currently, 27 percent of Cobalt is used in battery technologies, including hybrid cars and some plug-in hybrids.
In the past environmental issues have prevented much new cobalt mining in the US. However, by working with environmental groups in the area and guaranteeing money for pollution mitigation and watershed protection, Formation Metals was able to secure approval from these groups.
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Fusion hybrid, Prius: Two of the best engines of 2010
Author: adminDecember 11, 2009
It’s not just about the batteryAccording to Wards, two hybrid cars offered the best engines for 2010. The 2.5L DOHC Inline-4 Hybrid, found in the Ford Fusion hybrid was 4th. The 1.8L DOHC Inline-4 Hybrid found in the Toyota Prius was 9th.
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Hyundai planning diesel hybrids
Author: adminDecember 11, 2009
Blue Drive or a mild hybrid powertrain?Sometime in 2011 Hyundai plans to produce a small number of electric cars, but the automaker believes it will be at least another 5 or 6 years after before EVs are produced in any meaningful numbers. Thus, Hyundai plans on adding diesel hybrid vehicles to its hybrid portfolio, in addition to gasoline and liquefied petroleum gas hybrids.
Currently, the only officially planned hybrid for the US market is the Sonata hybrid.
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Auto Repair Safety | Diy car repairs | YouFixCars.com
Author: adminDecember 11, 2009
Auto repair safety has no quitting time. Safety health tips from a veteran car mechanic focused on safely performing do it yourself car repair at home.
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Audi S8: Rendered preview
Author: adminDecember 11, 2009
Nice rendering here of the upcoming Audi S8. Bold and elegant looks!
Related news: GermanCarBlog, P4MR, Audi S8
Source: Audiblog.nl
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December 11, 2009
The Audi 2.0T, Audi 3.0T and Audi 2.0 TDI engines have been awarded as Ward’s 10 Best Engines 2010. Good choice!
Audi AG’s 2.0L TFSI turbocharged 4-cyl. has had little trouble in the past winning over Ward’s 10 Best Engines judges, garnering a spot on the list each of the last three years.
However, with the introduction of the all-new ’09 A4 range, the auto maker tempted fate by trying to
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Audi e-tron: Trailer for Audi Space in Playstation Home
Author: adminDecember 11, 2009
The Audi e-tron will be featured in the Audi Space at Playstation Home. Check out the nice trailer above!
Related news: GermanCarBlog, P4MR, Audi e-tron
Source: The German Car TV
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December 11, 2009
Great video comparison here of the Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro and the Porsche 911 Turbo against the Nissan GT-R. A must see!
Nissan GT-R: Powered by a 3.8 L twin-turbocharged DOHC V6 engine that produces 473 horsepower with a peak torque of 430 lb-ft. 0 to 62 mph comes in at 3.5 seconds with a top speed is limited at 193-mph.
Porsche 911 Turbo: Power comes from a 3.8L flat-six boxer turbocharged
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Porsche Cayenne: New spy shots
Author: adminDecember 11, 2009
Here are some new spy shots of the next Porsche Cayenne.
Our new spy photos reveal how the new 2010 Cayenne will adopt a slightly softer form language. The back lights appear to be less upright, with a more horizontal shape, split between rear panel and tailgate; the rear of the car appears more pinched for improved aerodynamics; and the front grille is now a less fussy design.
As is the wont
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