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Archive for April 30th, 2007
With the inception of the fifth generation Ford Mustang the muscle car industry came back into vogue. Will it stick around? For years the muscle car has been symbolic of bad boys and street racing which lends them a romantic perception that is hard to deny.
Ford Mustang 2005 showed us a newly redesigned body style […]
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Paint protection is a term you would have heard of if you have bought a new car recently. It is an add-on product that the dealer tries to sell you, and of course it is not cheap. However, as expensive as it is - you realise that it may be worth while if paint protection […]
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Buying a brand new car as compared to buying second hand or used cars entails more money and careful decision as to which car to purchase. The good thing is, you can always sell your current car for cash in order to payoff a portion of the selling price of the new car that you […]
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The sun continues to shine brightly over Naples, Floridaâs developed economy. This could be reflected in the lifestyle and activities of its inhabitants. As a fact, automakers could attest the burgeoning segment of luxury vehicles in the said territory.
As the mighty sun prepares to rest on the Gulf of Mexico, the lights started to flicker […]
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Mercedes is known for setting rigid standards in car production, and its models have always been a showcase of precision engineering. However, there are instances when concessions have to be made in the production of certain auto parts. One of the reasons for this is the use of material-saving strategies, when a company decides that […]
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It may sound like a science fair project but it is not. Engineers at Stanford University are testing an unmanned robotic car to navigate urban race in less than one year. The car is also built to challenge both intersections and right of way.
âJunior,â a 2006 Volkswagen Passat wagon, is the latest entry in the […]
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AB Volvo, the Swedish truck manufacturer, bids $1.07 billion Tuesday to acquire Japan’s Nissan Diesel to establish a solid presence in Asia.
The bid was the latest attempt of the automaker to bolster its global presence. The said attempt would vest Volvo a full ownership of Nissan Diesel from the recent 19 percent to realize Volvoâs […]
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South Koreaâs Kumho Tires has set their sights on the OE business and it seems that they have started to achiever their goal. Kumhoâs improving standing in the global market was significantly raised by the recent announcement from DaimlerChrysler that their cars will be sporting Kumho tires. Both the Mercedes Benz A-Class and the Chrysler […]
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In September last year, Audi has introduced to the public the production version of the Audi R8. And from that time, the release of the R8 has been anticipated much by performance car enthusiasts.
In the US, the first R8 will be sold in an auction that will benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation. The auction […]
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One car for the family no longer fits all. Car manufacturers mix up auto parts, lines, styles, hues and amenities to especially cater to the needs of a particular cluster of individuals. As evidenced by auto shows and showrooms, car models are now engineered with and for a distinct niche in mind.
The days of the […]
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In the competitive world of the automotive industry, car manufacturers have to be on their toes all the time. They always have to come up with helpful and really cool innovations for their vehicles so as to keep the attention of the consumers focused on them. Year after year, different car models receive upgrades to […]
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Toyota has been successfully doing business in the US for almost 50 years. In connection with their celebration of their 50th year of operations in the United States auto jungle, they will be producing a limited number of Camry Hybrid units which will be sent out on sale March. The said Camry Hybrid will boast […]
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Toyota has been enjoying much success in the automotive industry. In fact, they are already poised to take over General Motorsâ spot as the worldâs largest car manufacturer. They may even stake the claim as the worldâs best corporation. This success being enjoyed by the Asian carmaker has recently been covered by the New York […]
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If you’re looking for an automobile but have a very small budget to go around, then an auction of repossessed cars might be the answer to all your problems. Normally, the government and banking institutions seize thousands of cars every day due to a variety of laws, violations and as debt payments.
The government and banks […]
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It’s been a used car dealers best kept secret for a long time. Repo car auctions were a place used car dealers could pickup several good used cars and/or trucks bring them back to their lot and sell them for a nice profit. While that is still the practice of some used car dealers it’s […]
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Working as a Miami accident lawyer sure is a lucrative business. I love my city, and I would never say anything bad about it in public. Nevertheless, people in Miami are completely insane. The 80’s are long gone, but Miami is still one of the most coked up, over driven, macho, and insane places I […]
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Every public auction has an inspection period when you can view the vehicles and maybe even start them (though you will not be able to test drive them). Be sure to attend the inspection period and to note down the vehicle identification number of any car you are interested in. Then you are well-advised to […]
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Salvage car auctions are becoming big business in America today. In todays more ecologically considerate world where Reduce, Re-use, Recycle has become a catch phrase, recycling of salvage vehicles has become a major player in saving our ecology. The salvage car auction offers a great way for salvage yards to buy damaged vehicles for their […]
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In the news: Reuters has recently reported that DaimlerChrysler AG shares has increased to more than 4% which is considered to be the highest level reached by the automaker since August 2001 and this is despite of the fact that there are continued talks on the possible sale of the Chrysler Group.
The stock hit a […]
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Computers and the World Wide Web are turning people into âmouse clickers.â One can do just about anything on the net: file for divorce, hire a car, and search for a husband or date, and shop. If you ever need to rent a car you need no longer go to a hire agency, the whole […]
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I recently fitted a nitrous kit to my zr 105 and I have gained an extra 30/40 BHP. Here is an example of how it has worked for me…..
On a stretch of road without nos I reached a top speed of 31mph….On the same road with my nitrous kit I reached a speed of 47 […]
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There are practically thousands of cars that the government and the police confiscate each year. And most if not all of these cars end up in public auctions or in a confiscated automotive auction. Auctions are actually a great thing.
Because of these auctions, individuals who normally cannot afford a car have a fighting chance of […]
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For many years people have often owned or driven cars that are not only to help for transportation purposes but are also there for improving the overall mobility experience.
In recent past times, people also drove cars to show off or flaunt their status symbol or just for the sake of casual and fun joy rides.
But […]
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Our cars carry around very precious cargo everyday so itâs not surprising that when buying a car, safety is at the top of every yummy mummyâs list. There are many vehicle safety options to consider including airbags and crash test ratings, but most importantly you must consider a cars breaking system.
Conventional breaks allow us to […]
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A few years ago, General Motors started making the electric vehicle. It was called the (EV1). The reader may know well what I am talking about. They did not sale the cars in the beginning. GM wanted to test them first by leasing the vehicles out. The car was a beauty. Then all of a […]
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Oil filters are located at the side of the engine block. They are key components in safeguarding your volvo engine. How does this work? As the oil pump circulates the oil throughout the engine, the engine oil passes through the oil filter. The oil filter then goes to work, blocking large particles that might damage […]
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Itâs the middle of the day, but the car behind me is blinding me with itâs lights blazing in my mirrors.
What is this with headlights in daylight? It doesnât seem to be too sensible to me. To say that it helps you see a moving car is surely just not true. If you are a […]
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Porsche is known for producing small but immensely powerful engines. The same can be said about the company—small but powerful. Porsche is a German automaker renowned for its lines of sports car. News has it that the German sports car maker is getting closer to its goal which is to control Europeâs largest automaker, the […]
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In the New Road Safety Act 2006 which recently passed through parliament there is a new offence of “Being the registered keeper of a vehicle the use of which is not insured”.The previous eqiuvalent offence was “Using a vehicle on a public road without insurance.”
So now you don’t have to actually being doing anything to […]
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Every vehicle needs only the best lighting to ensure excellent visibility for drivers like you. Whether you drive a car, truck or SUV, you need to be sure your lights are in topnotch condition before you head for the road. For the classy Mercedes Benz owners, a special type of fog light was especially made […]
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Which wheels are used to drive your vehicle is determined by where the engine transfers its power to. Front-wheel drive cars receive the engines power in the front two wheels. Rear wheel drive vehicles power is transferred to the back two wheels and AWD/4 wheel drive vehicles engine power is distributed amongst all four of […]
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Buying a car is one of the single most expensive purchases you will make next to your home. So, it’s important to make the right decision but we all know that this takes time and it can be stressful. But who needs that? Before you start considering using your daughterâs two-wheeler as your primary mode […]
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Booking a limousine is an easier way to travel to any place you desired to go.
In booking limousine, one could not worry about the routes to get, the traffic conditions, the way of finding parking space, doing wrong turns and the worst part is getting lost. In having a limousine drive, one should not worry […]
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Increasing any Mercedesâ performance is a breeze with the Mercedes fuel injector. Fuel injectors in general are considered standard equipment of vehicles, as these parts enable any vehicle to get superior gas mileage, develop additional horsepower and cleaner emissions at the same time. The Mercedes Fuel Injector is no exception as this premium quality car […]
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Maybe you donât really want to put down the money for a new car. Maybe you want to try out a car because you feel a new car might be taking a bit of a chance. Whatever the reason, if you are looking for a used car, keep a few guidelines in mind and you […]
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Most people plan to rent a limousine service in Miami, if they have a special occasion to attend to.
For sure in renting a Miami limousine service, one wanted to have a smooth plan on that special occasion, which maybe a wedding, prom, trip with your loved ones and the like. On such occasion, you definitely […]
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Corvette Z06 Burns More Rubber for Less Cash, a New Comparison Study Reveals All
The Corvette has been associated with speed since its inception in 1953 and the aesthetics of the Corvette have become the flagship design of the Chevrolet model for the past couple of decades.
The Corvette was never slow by any means, but there […]
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Why The Air Inside Your Car May Be Killing You On Your Way To Work
Sitting in L.A. traffic one day with a headache a memory came back to me of a movie scene - The actor opens a garage door. Out comes a puff of exhaust. The motor is running. There’s someone inside the car. […]
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When buying a used Camaro there are procedures you might like to follow, as well as guidelines. You do not want to get stuck with a car that might run fine from the seller to your house and then never turn over again.
What kind of Camaro do I want?
The Camaro has been in production since […]
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Are you looking to buy a new Camaro? If so the best places the find one would be from a dealership or a business that specializes in restoring Camaroâs to brand new condition. Buying a new Camaro has itâs perks and it can be very rewarding to you, and so can buying a fully restored […]
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So you want a Camaro but do not have a lot of money to spend buying one? There are ways around that, and sometimes shelling out a a tad bit more than you expected may come out for the better in the end.
How to find a cheap Camaro?
So you decided that you want to buy […]
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There have always been car races, but are Camaros any good at racing? That depends greatly on what the car has in it, as far as engine and car weight overall goes. There was a specific Camaro that was built for racing, the original version of the Camaro, the Z28. People adapted the Camaro and […]
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If you are looking for a Camaro for sale, there are tons of ways to find one. Any year, frame, or parts can easily be found for any Camaro, in this, the dawn of the technology era. Before there was the internet people used the newspaper and TV to advertise and find things they wanted […]
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And in the beginning there was only 1
The Camaro is a product from Chevrolet Motor Division of GM(General Motors), and was first brought into the lime light September 29th 1966. The Camaro was made to compete with the competitor Ford and their new release the Mustang. The Camaro shares the make up as the Pontiac […]
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There were rumors floating around about GM making a new 2007 Camaro, but were they true? Camaro fans everywhere were outraged when GM basically stopped the production of the Camaro in 2002. Camaro collectors and fans alike have been eagerly awaiting any word on when and where there may be the new version of their […]
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Well General Motors did not in fact come out with a new model of the Camaro in 1969, instead they made the existing models better. 1969 Camaros are included in the first generation of the model, and with the first generation came the Z28 model that was designed to appear in the Trans Am race […]
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The B5 S4 is a very unique piece of German engineering. The B5 S4 has a twin turbo six cylinder engine and is a pure blast to drive especially when modded B5 S4’s are fast and when considering buying a used car should ALWAYS have a mechanic look at it. If the B5 […]
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A recent poll conducted by the Detroit Free Press has shown that Michiganders prioritize fuel economy when choosing a car to buy. The result of the poll is mirrored by a recent study conducted by Harris Interactive AutoTECHCAST.
The study conducted in five countries in the European region shows that European motorists look at a carâs […]
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DaimlerChrysler has experienced for the past years much woe as they continually lose market share to Asian car manufacturers. The company now is down as the fourth largest car manufacturer in the US. This slump prompted the company to reduce its workforce by as much as 9,000 factory workers in the US and 2,000 more […]
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Whether it is a name, word or date, most personal number plates read exactly what the owner intended. However, as personal numbers plates are unique, only one person can own the âproperâ plate. A minority of people buy close matches with the view to altering the lettering or spacing using various fonts and screws to […]
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If you have not began shopping for your new car you may be searching for a few tips and tricks, if this is the case then these should give you some pointers to start with.
#1 â Be Informed
Learn how to research on the internet to get all the information you can about the vehicle you […]
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There are times in life when we need a break. I know there have been times that if things just didn’t . When it comes to your transportation, a car, it’s a necessary thing. So what do you do if you are in a position that does not afford you to purchase a car where […]
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The engine of any vehicle has a lot of enemies. Primary of these are dust and dirty road particles that any vehicle can get as it treks through the road. Mercedes cars are not spared from these enemies. The role of the Mercedes air filter is to defend the Mercedes engine from harmful components. It […]
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Maintaining your vehicle can help make your car last longer, help you save money on gas, help save you money on unnecessary repairs, and so much more. It is not difficult to do on a regular basis, nor is it hard to learn. You do not need to be an auto mechanic to know how […]
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Understanding the terms of an auto lease can be a mystery to some but not impossible to comprehend. It does have some important details that one must be aware of and here are some of those points:
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Understand that your are basically renting a vehicle for an agreed length of time, in most cases in the […]
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In Chicago: Volkswagen of America, Inc. has recently announced the return of its motorsports-inspired R32 that will be presented at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show. It should be noted that the R32 was first introduced in the year 2004 to an enthusiastic crowd of car aficionados. This vehicle was said to deliver the ultimate in […]
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In the last few years the aftermarket auto parts have taken hold in customizing cars for general style to show vehicles. Items such as our Dash Trim Kits are a simple install and make an astonishing interior look and feel. Before buying a Dash Trim Kit you need to research what colors with fit best […]
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I would like to share with you some of the daily safety problems that the professional truck driver faces. In my opinion, cars maneuvered by poor drivers (J. Q. Public) must have a magnet installed in their front bumper that attracts them to trucks. This magnet pulls them within thirty feet of the rear of […]
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Automotive trend these days reflects bountiful change of names. Such trend did not skip Ford Five Hundred, a slow-selling sedan of the automaker. The Five Hundred will now be using the more appealing, as the automaker claims, Taurus name.
Ford Taurus, a midsize front wheel drive car introduced in 1985, was a milestone design for both […]
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In booking the right limousine service for a trip with loved ones or any other important occasions, there are some factors you need to know.
Now the first thing you need to do is to consider the occasion for the need of hiring a limousine service, in order for you to come up to the idea […]
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General Motors Corp. is expected to deliver a ramped-up incentive program to amplify its sales in the forthcoming months. January was not a good month for the automaker however; it is working on increasing its sales by delivering new deals that include zero-percent loans and cash.
The incentive program of the largest automaker will revive free […]
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The all-new 2007 Jeep patriot is redesigned with enhanced safety features. And according to Matt Liddane, Chief Engineer â Jeep Patriot, âOur engineers have included the latest off-road technology to ensure Jeep Patriot is as solid off-road as it is on-road. Our Jeep Patriot customers can have the confidence of driving a safe and secure […]
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Volkswagen AG’s new chief executive said the automaker plans a new compact model and does not foresee impending job cuts. Martin Winterkorn, former head of Audi division, became Volkswagenâs CEO this year, and has since taken over the company’s core VW brand.
According to Winterkorn, shortly after taking office, he proposed the “design and development of […]
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In Melbourne: Jeep has recently announced that it will give the Australian public the opportunity to take a peek at its three all-new vehicles which are scheduled to debut at the Melbourne International Motor Show on March 2 to 12.
Jeepâs all new Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited, four door, will lead the show by providing a […]
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Although there are some very good deals to be had at car auctions, there is also some things that you must know and do if you are attending an auction for the first time because when you are unfamiliar how an auction operates you can make a few mistakes that can be very costly, but […]
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In 2006, deficit in the United States hit a record since Americans necessitate more goods from China, more oil from different foreign sources and greater vehicles from â JAPAN. Yes, Japanese automakers are significant factors that caused the 2006 US deficit.
Said fact has fueled the Detroitâs automakers as well as their allies to urge the […]
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A carpool is when two or more people commuting share a ride in one of their personal vehicles. These carpools are really very flexible. Use the carpool only as and when required. This enables you to get free time to plan out other things on days when you are not in the carpool.
A carpool system […]
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Your old car just went to pieces today and you have very little money in your pockets. Perhaps you could look at the very limited selection at one of those local car dealerships that offer financing on a high sticker price made even higher by the interest rates they plan on charging you. You could […]
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Nada Used Car Values are actually pretty easy to find. You have to know the make and model of the car you want to purchase or sell and what the year of the car is. You always have to keep in mind where you are selling or buying the car because the prices varry from […]
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Infiniti range of luxury cars is among one of the most sought after cars, by lovers of luxury cars. You must understand that everyone cannot afford to buy a luxury car, be it an Infiniti or any other brand. The idea is to help lovers of luxury car, experience a smooth and luxurious drive. Infiniti […]
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Gas prices have gone crazy in the last few years and it’s not very likely that they’ll go down. We all need to keep on driving, so there’s not much you can do. But, with a good internet connection and a little know-how, you can find the cheapest gas stations near you and save a […]
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In the spring of 2004, gas prices skyrocketed, and they never went back down. Some people blamed the war; others blamed the oil companies, which were raking in huge profits.
The truth is that a combination of factors influences oil prices. The companies themselves actually have little control over the price of oil. If anybody has […]
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Hybrid-electric cars got their name because they run on two different power sources–often at the same time. Contrast that with an electric vehicle or a gasoline only vehicle, which run on only one source.
One dictionary definition of the word, “hybrid” is “something of a mixed origin or composition.” This pretty much describes hybrid-electric cars, which […]
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Yes Sir! I drove a 1948 Studebaker, my very first car. All I can say is, “It was transportation”. You had to look twice at it to tell whether it was going forward or back. If you saw the simulated propeller, you knew it was the front of the car. As a kid, you take […]
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q Often inattentive and âgroggyâ, especially after a big meal, or during repetitive, boring tasks. q Suffers a temporary loss of energy in the afternoons, in a warm room or when bored. q Has brief âsleepâ episodes, lasting a few seconds, which make for inattentiveness. q Has unintended longer episodes of sleep that occur as […]
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