Porter, TX (ContentDesk) November 23, 2005 -- Fuel prices, insurance rates and car maintenance expenses continue to rise.
Gas prices alone are up as much as 65% or more from a year ago according to a survey of service stations by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.Thankfully, you dont have to alter your driving habits or buy a new car to get some relief.
Here are some quick, inexpensive, easy ways to save money.
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Energy Department reports that under-inflated tires can increase fuel consumption by up to 3 percent. One study estimates that 50-80 percent of the tires rolling on U.S. roads are under inflated. Astonishingly, we could save up to 2 billion gallons of gas each year simply by properly inflating our tires.Secondly, a clogged air filter can increase fuel consumption by as much as 10 percent. Air filters keep impurities from damaging the interior of the engine, so replacing dirty filters will save gas and protect your engine.
More tips to save money on fuel are available at www.fueleconomy.gov.Get slick to reduce maintenance costs and to save fuel.There are high performance motor oils that can make meaningful improvements to your cars fuel economy and engine life.
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Youll pay a little more for premium motor oil but the savings in fuel and reduced maintenance costs more than make up for the higher price.
You can find out more about Royal Purple? at their website at www.royalpurple.comReduce your insurance costs by doing your homework.One of the simplest ways to reduce insurance cost is simply to shop around.
Prices vary from company to company, so it pays to do your homework. Get at least three price quotes. You can call companies directly or access information on the Internet.
Your states insurance regulator may also provide price comparisons.
Other ways to reduce insurance costs can be found by visiting the U.S.
Insurance Information Institutes website at www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/cars/autoinsu/autoinsu.htmAn astute consumer can save hundreds of dollars a year on automotive expenses without buying a new car or changing lifestyle. All it takes is a little time and research, and the good sense to choose better performing products.
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Jaguar Hounds German Rivals
The roaring pace is forthcoming. This is what experts are saying when the Jaguar's supercharged XKR coupe was unleashed by the automaker. Various critics further expressed their expectation that this latest 2-door sports star from Jaguar has the potential to trounce Porsche or Mercedes-Benz.
The supercharged car takes it pride from powered Jaguar XKR parts. The latter paved way for a serious performance car that can compete with the established vehicles on same segment. XKR has a supercharged 4.2-litre V8 engine that offers plenty of power.
Its cabin is given the standard GPS navigation as well as Bluetooth phone integration.
The 2006 XKR styling exudes a pure Jaguar aura ? opulent yet modern. Said style is influenced by the XK-E of the 1960s. The design is considered classic and timeless. In fact, it is loved by aficionados up to this present time.
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Mr. Michelin stated, "We have one profession and one mission: contribute to long-term progress in the field of mobility."
The statement itself could at first glance appear slightly overly dramatic, until one considers, not only the importance of the field that Michelin Tires works within, but also the work and the advances the company has made.
Michelin Tires does research and development, production and sales in the different areas of: motorcycles, trucks, heavy-duty construction equipment, agricultural machines, aircrafts and, of course, cars.
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Chop Cut Rebuild - With Dan Woods, Delivers A Legend To Automotive Audiences Sunday, July 30 @ 8:Oo Pm Est; An Hour Long Special – "The Corvette Affair"
(ContentDesk) July 23, 2006 -- Throughout The Corvette Affair viewers will be taken back to the 1953 inception vehicle, with a Blue Flame six, then transported every generation along the way to todays design masterpiece&the spectacular C6 Z06. Through 6 design generations:
Host Dan Woods delivers the inside info and insight into the Corvettes legendary history and ongoing fascination. Supported by commentary from automotive stalwarts such as Denis Gage, Tom Hnatiw, Barry Meguiar, Russell Mitchell and Craig Jackson, this special delivers opinion and insight seldom merged into one single automotive profile. Of course, true to Chop Cut Rebuild form, this documentary is not a pan n scan talking heads documentary look at the Corvette&
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Top 3 Ways To Buy An LCD TV
This may come as a surprise to you. Just like other types of big screen TVs, LCD flat screen TVs have some disadvantages, as well. Yes, it's true. For example, LCD TVs have lower contrast ratios than plasmas, because they have a harder time reproducing deep black and dark grays. Their screen also tend to be thicker than plasma screens.
However, a LCD flat screen TV is not susceptible to burn-in and usually is less expensive than plasma televisions.
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REFINANCE.COM Launches New Website
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Pickup Trucks and SUV Sales Recovered a Bit
Toyota is enjoying its sales share in the automotive world. Earlier, it was revealed that the September sales of pickup trucks and sport utility vehicle have slightly rebounded. Nonetheless, it is said that the increase in sales is not sufficient to preclude General Motors as well as DaimlerChrysler from losing shares to Toyota.
Several factors like declining gas prices, higher incentives and lower interest rates have contributed much to increase the sales of light trucks....
New Insurance Plan for Skiers & Snowboarders
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A carryover from the previous year, 2005, the 2006 Toyota Corolla is a four-door, 5-passenger family sedan, or sports sedan. It is made available in four trims, which ranges from the CE to the XRS. When this vehicle was introduced, the CE has been equipped with a standard 1.8 liter, I4, 126-horsepower engine that has the capability to achieve 32-mpg when in the city, and 41-mpg if driving on the highway. Standard for the line is a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive, however, a...