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In the 1970's, General Motors entered the RV market. Drawing on the exuberance of the times, the company set out to create the ultimate American Motor home.Their aim was to produce a top-of the-line vehicle with cutting-edge design and construction, not just another competitor in the already crowded vacation vehicle market.The common design in this era was a boxy, ungainly and top-heavy unit on a truck chassis. The GMC vehicle was intended to be a completely new design in every way.Design work began in 1970, with the market introduction planned for 1973. "Doesn't look like a box or ride like a truck" was the GMC ad slogan.The new vehicle would be unusual for this era in several ways. First of all...

There are a number of seized car auctions held in various places every month or at least quarterly. Usually, these special auctions are sponsored or put by the federal, state or local governments, and in some cases by law enforcement agencies.There are a variety of ways on how the seized cars were put to the possession of the government. The most common and the most logical reason or explanation would be that these cars were previously owned by bad people, or those who violated laws or breached regulations.Sometimes, cars sold at government auctions are actually old cars of government offices, which might have bought newer cars to replace the older ones.People frequent government seized car auctions...

Drag racing, a contest between two cars beginning from a complete stop over a distance of a 1/4 mile (1,320 feet) depends heavily on first 60 feet of the race, or the launch. The technique used for launching varies greatly depending on the how the car is equipped. The type of transmission, which wheels are being driven, tires, power, suspension and track preparation all play key roles in how to go about getting the best launch possible from the car.Improvements on the time it takes for the car to travel the first 60 feet down the track have significant implications on the final ET (estimated time). As a general rule, improvements in the 60 foot time, are magnified by 2x on your...

With the aim of helping the consumers to identify the top ten vehicles that are truly the most American regarding their parts, where they were produced and their popularity in the perception of U.S. customers, has updated its American Made Index. It is not anymore easy, in the present day global economy, to determine just how American a car is. For instance, several cars that are built in the US are assembled using parts which come from somewhere else like from different foreign countries. Some cars that are assembled in the U.S. from strictly American-made parts do not sell very well. This just means that only fewer Americans are building those models. Managing Editor, Patrick Olsen said that it is...

During the 2007 North American International Auto Show, Dodge, maker of quality Dodge parts once again shocked the world with its new 600 horsepower Viper. The beast of a car attracted all the press people present at the show--it was like a flame attracting so many moths. The Dodge Viper SRT-10 concepts look was courtesy of Chrysler Groups aftermarket performance division Mopar. The impressive 600-horsepower figure that the new Viper has is made possible through addition of extra 90 horses over the old model. Vipers engine is a monstrous 8.4-liter V10 from where Mopar tapped an additional 75 horses made possible through better cooling -- giving the all-new Viper a monstrous 675 horsepower. With 600...

When a student applies for a credit card, oftentimes it is parents that object. Worries about being hit with a huge amount of debt is a valid point, but unfounded. Quite frankly, few credit card providers will extend a huge credit line to your student, unless of course you co-sign the card! Then again, you can ask them to cap their credit line to give to you the protection that you and your adult child will need. One area that a student credit card can impact is credit history. Read on and we'll explore the reasons why getting a student credit card now can help your student later on. Most parents worry that their children will buy a whole bunch of nonessential stuff with their credit cards. Well, if...

The price of gasoline seems to be locked in the $3 per gallon range nationwide and there are no indications that the price will soon drop. In fact, Americans should probably assume that the days of even $2 gas are over for good. The growing dependence of China and India on gasoline combined with continued instability of the Middle East will probably insure expensive gas for the foreseeable future. While the high price of gasoline will hurt the pocketbooks of many Americans, it need not be completely debilitating. There are numerous ways to cut down on gas consumption, and every one of them helps ease the pain on your pocketbook just a little bit. The most obvious ways to save involve combining trips...

Dodge has made several refinements to its 2008 Viper SRT, giving the coupe and convertible the same aerodynamic numbers. For 2008, the vehicle's power train builders increased the engine's performance, and best of all, complied with the regulatory requirements like the federal Tier 2, Bin 5 and California's Low Emissions Vehicle (LEV) 2 mandates. SRT builders worked with specialists from McLaren Performance Technologies and Ricardo, Inc. And here is good news for race enthusiasts: the Viper SRT now has the power of a race car which such as higher engine agility. The refreshed vehicle has V-10 aluminum engine that raised the displacement to 8.4 liters from the former 8.3 liters. This yields 600...

Blue from American Express has resurrected the potential of credit cards in the world of financial services. It has matured steadily to become one of the most popular cards used by young adults for all their necessities. You too can make use of it for paying for little things you buy every day. American Express' Blue is a good basic card if you are one of those - keen on a reward program and are in search of good rates. Blue can be your ultimate credit card provided you have an established credit history. Blue's Fee-Free Rewards Program Going straight to the enticing reward program of Blue from American Express, you will have the following benefits:  Blue's rewards are fee-free and you will...

Dodge automobiles came into being in 1914 and started up as the Dodge Brothers Motor Vehicle Company. Later, this company became a subsidiary of the Chrysler Corporation and in 1998 it became a part of the Daimler Chrysler. Finally, in 2007 the Dodge was bought by a private company and is manufactured under the tag of Chrysler Holding LLC. Dodge is famous mainly for the trucks that come in handy at all times. There have been many models of Dodge launched on the market, including the Dodge Caravan, the Dodge Caliber, the Dodge Dart, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Mini Ram Van, Dodge Nitro, Dodge Raider, Dodge Viper, Dodge Town Wagon and lots others, some of these models are not manufactured anymore, some of...

Consumer Reports has tested the vehicles that it has purchased. And they are checking the range of expensive machines. And what they found out was that the Porsche 911 took earned the right to be called one of the best vehicles there is in the market. In fact, it topped the list of vehicles of Consumer Reports’ list of high performance sports vehicles and cars. David Champion is the senior director of the Auto Test Center of Consumer Reports. He even assesses the Porsche 911 by saying, “The 911 wowed us enough with its acceleration, handling, and braking for us to rate it our top sports car. The 911 is also easy to drive, but its much less expensive Boxster sibling performed almost as...

Entering the automobile world in 1992, the Dodge Viper has had undergone many changes as well as many obstacles. This year, 2006, the Dodge Viper is already on its third generation of vehicles. This time around, the vehicle is introduced as an all-new coupe. Dan Knott, the director of Street and Racing Technology (SRT) for the Chrysler Group states, "Demand for a Dodge Viper Coupe started the day we introduced the Dodge Viper SRT10 Convertible for 2003. The all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 coupe is a natural evolution of the heritage of the Dodge Viper, and gives enthusiasts exactly that they're looking for in the ultimate American sports car." He also adds, "Dodge Viper SRT10 customers want to go...

In my years when I worked the sales departments at various car dealerships, one word always crept into conversations between sales managers and salespeople. "Control." Control your customers. Control the car deal. Control the situation. Control everything. In the automotive industry's glory days of 1975-1997 (before the internet came and ruined everything for them), two major things were developed and maintained. 1) Customers were kept one or two steps behind, and 2) Dealerships made lots of money. These two developments were aided mostly by the salesperson and their managers' abilities to control their customers. This, more than anything else, is why the automotive industry is the last to jump on...

Have you ever heard of exotic car rentals? If not, then you may be a little surprised to learn that there are many locations available where you can rent an exotic car to drive on your next vacation or even for an important business trip. Did you know that not only could you rent an exotic car, but you can also have partial ownership of one? When you know the type of exotic car that you would like to have it will make it easier for you to locate a company that has what you need. It really is easy to find the perfect exotic car rental when you know what you are searching for in advance. Are you wondering what kind of vehicles to expect when you go to an exotic car rental company? You can find...

An electric bike is totally a new way of transportation. It has been widely accepted all over. This is the best option for motor bikes especially for those who are not fast riders and also for the children and aged people. The family with one car which is being used by the husband to go to the work, the housewife of such families now need not have to spend on the taxi or wait for the bus carrying the grocery shopping bags. The electric bikes are of great importance to such housewives. They can now drop their child to school, go to the post-office, bank and complete other domestic works by electric bikes. The best part is there is no need of going to the driving school to get the training as in case...

For the ladies I work on the premise that your man is willing to give you everything you want; that he wants to make you happy, if only he is shown how. If this is a stretch for you, I suggest your belief is the main thing standing between you and a wonderful relationship. When a man does not meet your expectation, you may tend to contract or withdraw. Resentment can creep in and your man pays in the end - either subtly or directly. A cycle can form where you may "cut him down" more often than you "build him up". My coaching and articles will centre around helping you to: 1) See you actually can have everything you want from your relationship 2) Get clear on exactly what you want 3) Show your man...

President George W. Bush toured Ford Motor Company's Kansas assembly plant last Wednesday. The plant builds the first American E85 F-150 trucks and SUV hybrid electric vehicles. The President toured the hybrid assembly line and addressed more than 300 employees about the role American technology and innovation will play in delivering energy security to the country. Bush thanked employees for being part of the solution to the country's energy issues by building hybrid and E85 vehicles. "Technology changes the way we have lived our lives and technology is going to change the way we drive our cars," added Bush. "You're making a new kind of automobile that is literally a part of changing America for the...

Ever since hybrid cars first burst on to the motoring scene, people have wondered how good they really are. Even today, when hybrid cars are better known, it seems a long way off until they are a common sight on our roads, with more hybrid cars being driven than traditional gasoline driven ones. The makers of the upcoming hybrid cars are determined to show off the advantages that modern technology can offer us. Motor companies as well known as Toyota and Ford are competing to produce the best upcoming hybrid cars on the market. The upcoming hybrid cars promise to be even better than the ones that are already available. Hybrid cars are designed with the environment in mind, and the savvy car...

Since we know that the world that we live in is dangerous, we try to find different means of protection. There are many items that you can use to protect yourself, your family and your possessions. For a lot of people the most important object to keep safe is that of your car. To this end you can install a Viper alarm for your car. This security alarm for your car has the means of deterring car thieves. Now to see which of the different Viper alarms are best for your car, you will need to conduct some research. This research can be done over the internet. Here you will find many pages that will take you to links about Viper alarm car systems. You will need to see the differences in the different...

Taking accident pictures should be automatic these days. No matter what other evidence you collect, not much can say more than a photo of the accident scene. It's one of the easiest ways to convince an insurance adjuster of what actually happened. Also, in case of a serious accident, a few dramatic photos can greatly improve your chances of collecting punitive damages. Photos are helpful in almost all forms of accidents. If you slipped or tripped on something, you can preserve the dangerous setting in a photograph. It's one thing to say there was a spill on the floor, but to show how drastic it was in an accident picture is much more powerful. If the spill was more subtle a picture can still help...

The popularity of personalised number plates has gone through the roof with people from all backgrounds now owning their very own private registration. Other countries such as the US issue vanity plates for people looking to customise their vehicles and make them stand out on the road. This article explores the private registration phenomenon and explains the difference between personalised plates and vanity plates. Road vehicles in the UK use registration numbers to act as a unique identifier for our vehicles. In the past number plates were issued by local councils however they are now handled by the DVLA. Since car registrations were introduced in 1903 the popularity of personalised number plates...

If you plan to buy new cars, the first thing, which comes in mind, is to find the right car dealer. With a number of new car buying site it has become easier to get new car dealer online. It solves the problem of choosing the right car as well as the right dealer. Online auto car dealers help you buying new car online. These new car buying sites offer the best resources to help you in making a better car buying decision. is a new car buying site, which offers a wide collection of new cars. The site offers pictures, features and specifications of all luxurious cars. It also provides new car reviews and price listings. The comprehensive new car dealer directory lists various new car dealers online and...

Auto experts say that women prefer chic and fun cars. Stereotyping dictates it would be difficult to figure out a woman like Kate Moss and Paris Hilton driving a Ferrari. According to Kelly Blue Book, Ferrari, like some of the other high-end performance vehicles, is a notoriously "male" car. So what cars are associated with women? What cars are the flirtiest? Earlier, NBC divulged the top ten flirtiest cars. First on the list is the Volkswagen Beetle. Statistically, the Volkswagen Beetle is the most popular car for women, with 57 percent of all buyers of Beetles since July having been women, according to JD Power and Associates. The starting price $16,400 and its uniqueness seem to be the feminine...

I am usually fascinated with the enchanting designs and the experimentation of colors especially in bathroom, kitchen, living room same as other individuals. Nevertheless, I am also fascinated with the garage appearance. It's a little bit strange but its part of my fetish. Dream garage?! It may sound awful to those who are not very particular with it. But for me it matters a lot. It must be cozy so as to complement the house. It must be situated in the right potion of the house so that it will not become a nuisance. Third, it must contain significant automobiles. Some may be treated as plain collector's item while some are precious memorabilia.... My dream garage will be composed of the pieces of...

Lincoln's modifications to all-new Lincoln MKZ seem outstanding to make the audience adore the car. The latest from Lincoln was given a fresh look, Duratec 35 V-6 engine paired with a premium 6-speed transmission, and a 'next-level' feel. This is in response to the new generation of drivers who are looking for vivacious, stunning and high-performance cars to cater to modern day driving needs and demands. Al Giombetti, president, Ford, Lincoln Mercury Marketing and Sales says, "Customer demand for Lincoln's mid-size luxury sedan has exceeded our expectations. We have taken a brand-new, well-received car and significantly improved it to draw a new generation of customers to the Lincoln brand. Judging...

When trading a vehicle there are four categories that will clearly affect the value of your vehicle; (1) Current market value. This is an adjustment amount to the book value that is made by the vehicle appraiser and occurs when there are real time changes in the market that are not readily reflected in current book values. One powerful example is the energy crisis that came along in the fall of 1973. Many consumers panicked (mildly) and began trading their gas hogs for fuel efficient smaller vehicles. As the extent of the crisis and its duration were unknown, and there were no real predictions as to the short and long term effects, most dealers looked on the gas hogs with an eye of concern...

Ford enthusiasts are happy to know that their much-awaited Edge crossover is now available. The brand new crossovers from the automaker have begun arriving at dealerships across the country in the last few days. Among the first customers to take the first delivery of Edge is Mike Stone, a Detroit radio talk-show host, who ordered his Edge SEL nearly three months ago. Stone replaced his 2004 Cadillac CTS in favor of a brand new Ford Edge. "I wanted something new, something American and most important, something that was going to take on this Michigan snow." said Stone. After driving the newly purchased crossover, Stone noted, "I like it a lot. It's got better pick up than I thought. It actually...

Hybrid vehicles are now either being developed or already in the lineup of several car manufacturers. This revolution is brought to American shores by Japanese car manufacturers like Toyota and Honda. The Toyota Prius has become a favorite for the American buyers who are concerned with the conservation of the environment as well as the ever increasing prices of gasoline. The success of Japanese car manufacturers has challenged different car manufacturers to develop their own hybrid-electric vehicles - or in the case of Volvo, a vehicle that runs on an alternative fuel. Different designs and concepts have surfaced in the race to produce energy efficient vehicles. These include plug-in hybrid-electric...

You have worked and worked and worked some more, you have saved and sacrificed. You finally have it, the BMW that you have always wanted. Now, you want, no need to make it more personal, more yours. Its time to accessorize. However, where do you begin? Follow these tips to find the right accessories for you and your car. 1- One of the best places to start your search for the right accessory is online. There are numerous stores and dealers that offer items from floor mats to graphics and everything in between. Online, you can see pictures, read reviews and get the chosen items shipped directly to your door. As an added bonus, many online stores either deeply discount the products or offer free...

Every year the need for cars is constantly growing. World wide, more and more people take driving lessons and buy cars. This shows that today's people really need the cars. But unfortunately for us, or at least for some of us, cars are also pretty expensive. That's why not all people can afford such an investment. Luckily enough though, there are other ways of buying cheaper cars. Such a way is the car auction. The car auction is at the moment one of the most profitable businesses in the car industry. This type of auctioning has become more and more popular and is now practiced in almost every country around the world, attracting more and more customers. One of the most reliable and profitable car...

As the Fourth of July approaches, named the ten "most American cars". This is not an easy task since the distinction between domestic and foreign nameplates have been blurred in the past years. There are American branded cars built outside the United States while there are also foreign-branded vehicles assembled in the country. And then there are also American brands with vehicles assembled in the country but owned by foreign companies. Toyota and Honda are just two of foreign car manufacturers assembling vehicles in the United States from parts made in the United States and assembled by American workers. The number of Toyota assembly facilities in the country has increased exponentially and this...

The term Antique Classics is used in reference to old cars. According to Antique Automobile Club of America, an antique car is generally defined as a car over 25 years of age. However, the exact legal definition for the purpose of antique vehicle registration varies widely from State to State. With about 12 years being the normal design life of modern cars, 25 years is about double and therefore a car that's reached 25 is a rare survivor, and probably not economic to maintain as regular transportation. The term Classic Car is often used synonymously with the term Antique car, but the formal definition of that term is restricted to specific high-quality vehicles from the pre-World War II era which...

A car pager alarm lets you know if your car has been broken into or stoleneven if you are too far away to hear the siren. There are two types of pagers;a radio pager will transmit a warning radio signal to your keyfob or you canopt for a car security alarm that sends you an SMS text message to your mobilephone. A radio signal carpager alarm will usually have a range of at least 1 mile and can work upto 3 miles depending on the local terrain, a basic system will have an audiblebleep but you can get keyfobs with mini LCD displays where icons tell you whichsensor or zone has been triggered. Radio car pager alarms are available as acomplete package or you can connect an output from an existing car...

Reports say Former Chrysler executive Wolfgang Bernhard is set to become the chairman of the new Chrysler, once Cerberus Capital Management finalizes its acquisition of the automaker from DaimlerChrysler. Reports also say Thomas W. LaSorda is still Chrysler's chief executive, his position since the beginning of 2006. But Cerberus spokesman Peter Duda said the company has no such plans as of the moment for Mr. Bernhard or Mr. LaSorda. Cerberus officials, including John W. Snow, its chairman, have expressed their support to Mr. LaSorda, son and grandson of Canadian labor officials. As early as next week, Chrysler is anticipated to name the members of two boards: one for the car company; another for a...

Are you interested in buying a used car from a used car auction? If you are and if this is your first time trying to do so, you may be interested in learning more about how the payment process works. If so, you will want to continue reading on. Before examining how the payment process works at a used car auction, it is important that you know that not all used car auctions are the same. For starters, different auction houses and companies have different methods of operation. It may also depend on the type of auction that you attend. For instance, if you were to attend an auto auction, one where only used cars were being sold, you may have a little bit more flexibility, payment wise, than you would...