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I had a 2005 Ford Limousine it is gift from my father and he got from his father so in short it is traditional our vehicle. I do servicing after every 4 months basically i love my car…
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Every year automakers ramp most of their existing car models forward, and at the same time launch a smattering of all-new vehicles.
New automobiles on the market for 2013 include an all-American subcompact, a nice array of luxury hybrids, two electric plug-in hatchbacks, a pair of affordable sports cars, a pair of hot sport sedans, and, as always, a few innovative crossovers.
One factor that distinguishes this batch of state-of-the-art new autos as a group (along with all returning vehicles) is that US fuel economy standards are higher than ever for 2013, so no matter what kind of model a car buyer chooses, no matter what the price or APR, or how many high tech navigation, entertainment and safety features come standard, more economical driving over the long haul will be the rule rather than exception.
The following chart compares features and prices for the newest kids on the block. To find out more and request free price or lease quotes online from your local dealers, visit the Featured Car page at PriceQuotes.com.
The new Acura ILX is quiet, smooth, and nicely appointed, with good road manners and suspension tuning that feels pleasantly firm but still irons out all but the biggest bumps. - Editor @ NewCarTestDrive
The Q5 Hybrid is the first model to pair the VW Group single-motor hybrid system with a 211-hp, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Audi gave details on its most technically advanced crossover earlier this year. - John Voelcker @ Green Car Reports
The ATS was designed not only to be smaller, but more agile and spry, with a near-50/50 weight distribution and a wide track. - Laura Burstein @ NewCarTestDrive
All-new, the 2013 Cadillac XTS is a great choice for long road trips and freeway cruising with plenty of technology, legroom and cargo space. - Laura Burstein @ NewCarTestDrive
Far from a stripped econobox, every Spark will come with 15-inch aluminum wheels, air conditioning, power windows and electric power steering… Chevrolet says an all-electric version of the Spark will be offered in 2013. - G.R. Whale @ NewCarTestDrive
The Dodge Dart proves that Chrysler hasn’t lost its design mojo, and that Fiat’s stewardship is a positive arrangement. Attractive, roomy, comfortable, and handsomely turned out within, it also has an exceptionally solid feel, with above average road manners. - Tony Swan @ NewCarTestDrive
…the 2013 C-Max [is] a seven-passenger compact. We see it as a quart-size, feature-laden people mover with the solid driving character of a compact sedan. But you might think of it as a mini minivan… - Editors @ NewCarTestDrive
The Fit takes most of the mystery out of EVs, gives drivers a clear understanding of the car’s potential as well as its limitations, and is more fun to drive than anything I’ve been in recently — gasoline or electric. - Alex Taylor III @ CNN.Money.com
The Infiniti JX35 rolls into the marketplace as one of the more attractive offerings in its class. While its dynamic persona is pure vanilla, it’s handsomely appointed, smooth, quiet, and roomy, with versatile interior adjustability to accommodate passengers and/or cargo in comfort. - Tony Swan @ NewCarTestDrive
The all-new Mazda CX-5 impresses us with its fuel economy, comfort, versatility, road manners, styling, and safety features. And while acceleration is so-so, its agility and exceptionally accurate steering make the CX-5 entertaining to drive. - Editors @ NewCarTestDrive
Don’t look now, but the ’80s are back. Thankfully, there’s a bright spot… The return of the affordable Japanese sports car. And there’s no better example than the 2013 Scion FR-S. But hold onto your parachute pants, because the FR-S is anything but dated. - Laura Burstein @ NewCarTestDrive
A totally new sport coupe from Subaru goes on sale next spring. Unveiled at the November 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, the 2013 Subaru BRZ touts a low profile, sexy design and a very attainable price. In addition to its appealing racer styling, the big story with the BRZ is its new boxer engine. - Laura Burstein @ NewCarTestDrive
The new Subaru XV Crosstrek will suit buyers who prioritize fuel economy over performance, doing their small part to save the planet while exploring it. Everything about the Crosstrek seems logical and done for a reason. - G.R. Whale @ NewCarTestDrive
PriceQuotes.com Honors Victims and First Responders of the September 11, 2011 Terrorist Attacks, and their Friends, Colleagues and Families.
Provenance for this photo as follows:
This picture hits me more than anything. The only thing left standing that day was our flag. It’s time America learns to unite in more than just when tragedy strikes. Gone but not forgotten. Rest in peace to those lost that day, my prayers to those of us still here. #tragedy #septembereleventh #flag (Taken with Instagram)
Unlike a hybrid car—which is fueled by gasoline and uses a battery and motor to improve efficiency—an electric car is powered exclusively by electricity. Historically, EVs have not been widely adopted because of limited driving range before needing to be recharged, long recharging times, and a lack of commitment by automakers to produce and market electric cars that have all the creature comforts of gas-powered cars. That’s changing. As battery technology improves—simultaneously increasing energy storage and reducing cost—major automakers are expected to begin introducing a new generation of electric cars.
- To find out more, read the excellent article at HybridCars.com: Electric Cars: A Definitive Guide
Ever wondered if all the hoopla over safety in the modern automobile is nothing but a bunch of… hoopla? Check out this video that compares a 2009 Chevy Malibu to a 1959 Chevy Bel Air in a crash test. The two cars were built 50 years apart. You may be surprised by the results, or maybe not.
Video courtesy of the Consumer Reports Channel on YouTube.
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How’s this gorgeous machine look for a ride back to school? Station wagons like this were a staple of American family life in the ’50s and ’60s because the cars offered plenty of seating for the kids, and plenty of room in the back for the hockey gear, etc.
Despite the sleek beauty of the designs, cars of the mid 20th Century left a lot to be desired when safety features were involved, a topic PriceQuotes.com will continue tomorrow…
Credit as follows: psychoactivelectricity.tumblr.com
Renting a car can be confusing and expensive if you don’t understand industry terms and how fees are calculated. If you have a poor driving record, renting a car may be next to impossible. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) prepared this brochure to outline some points to consider and questions to ask when you reserve a rental car. - [Click the link above to read more]
Extra tip from PriceQuotes.com: when you add gas to a rental car, only buy in increments, per your driving needs, then, when you return the car, only fill the tank to the exact amount that was present when you initially drove off the lot.
Rental car companies sometimes do not refund renters for unused gas purchased by the renter. Instead the company may offer “store credit” to entice the renter to return for another rental. This policy can add significantly to the price of the original rental, especially considering today’s high gas prices.
…to reduce the United States’ reliance on foreign oil and save drivers money at the pump, U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced today seven new projects to accelerate the development and deployment of stronger and lighter materials for the next generation of American-made cars and trucks.
- To find out more, read the full press release @ Energy.gov
Back to School Time is Back for Many, and this is a Great Time to Teach Children about Safely Crossing the Road.
This short film was created for Movie Theaters back in the olden days, and it’s the kind of film that should be airing on TV everyday, and in theaters, too:
Children, Beware Crossing Streets! - Video courtesy of the USAutoIndustry Channel on YouTube.
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Have a wonderful Labor Day Weekend, PriceQuotes Tumblrs!
Credit as follows: psychoactivelectricity.tumblr.com
End of summer parking lot fun - what are you doing to celebrate?
Credit as follows: sic56:
D3 Meet-up 1 by Crustacean Freak on Flickr.
Fed up with ridiculously high gas prices? Fuel efficient cars can soothe that “pain at the pump.” Today’s new cars, yes indeed, offer more fuel economy than those on the market just a few years ago, so get this…
Government sets strict fuel-economy goal of 54.5 by 2025
Strict new federal fuel-economy and carbon-emission standards made final Tuesday are the biggest technological challenge to the auto industry since the government began regulating emissions in 1970 and mileage in 1975. The rule sets the equivalent of 54.5 miles per gallon as the average the auto industry must achieve by 2025, up from 29.7 mpg now and 35.5 mpg in 2016.
Click the links above to read the full article at USA Today by James R. Healey.
To shop for a new, more fuel efficient car today visit www.PriceQuotes.com.
Do you fancy cruising down the boulevard in this magnificent work of art?
Credit as follows - gearheadsandmonkeywrenches:
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The Maritz Research study surveyed 80,219 buyers of 2012 model-year vehicles and discovered that 11.4 percent — more than one in 10 — didn’t take a test drive. Of those who did, the study found that 9.5 percent scheduled a test drive using the Internet, up from 7.4 percent in 2010. It also uncovered that eight out of 10 buyers used the Internet to research purchasing a new car before going to a dealership.
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To find out more about using the web to make decisions about buying new cars, read the full article @ MSN.com
To read new car reviews and request free quotes from your local dealers before visiting the dealership, visit PriceQuotes.com - we’ve been connecting car shoppers to car dealers online since 1998!
Get a peak at the new Toyota GT86 via Saatchi & Saatchi’s Animated (:) Commercial: Toyota: The Real Deal
Agency: Saatchi & Saatchi London
Client: Toyota
Executive Creative Director: Paul Silburn
Executive Creative Director: Kate Stanners
Copywriter: Rob Potts
Art Director: Andy Jex
Planner: Tom Callard
Agency Producer: Kate O’Mulloy
Director: Adam Berg
Editor: Gus Herdman
Producer: Ben Croker
Postproduction: Digital Domain
Postproduction: MPC
Audio Post Production: Wave
(Source: creativity-online.com)
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