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Thursday, August 28, 2008
 

Automotive

Where the Tire Meets the Road

Motorized cars have only been around since the early 1900s, but people have been dealing with road noise for centuries. In ancient Rome, they were bothered by the clickety-clank of iron wheels on cobblestone pavement; in 17th century England, people complained about the rumble made by wagons with iron-tyred wheels as they drove over granite block streets.

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Know Thy Tires

What type of tires do you have? Don't know? You're not alone. Most people don't have a clue, and, truth be told, they aren't all that interested in knowing. Even though tires are one of the most technologically advanced part of a car...

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Racing World Featured in New Reality Show

A lot of race car drivers come from families that are engrained in the sport. Everybody's familiar with Dale Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt Jr., but do you know the Copes?

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Turned Down for an Auto Loan? There are Options

In the current climate of declining property values, higher interest rates, and changes in available mortgage products, many homeowners are losing their hat, their home and their good credit, through no fault of their own. An auto loan with a trend of on-time payments is a great way to reestablish credit.

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An Investment in Fun -- Collectible Cars Continue to Gain in Popularity

With all the ups and downs there’ve been on the stock market lately, investing isn’t as fun as it used to be. Stocks are worth just a fraction of the value they held in the late 1990s, money market accounts are earning less than two percent annually, savings accounts about half-that.

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Wheels on the Web: 7 Tips to Finding a Quality Car Without Getting Scammed

Half of us use the Internet to help buy a car, according to a recent study. The reasons are obvious -- we can research and compare inventory and pricing all from the comfort of our homes. Sound good? It can be, but since the market has expanded beyond our neighborhoods, we may become more vulnerable to potential fraud.

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How to Maximize Gas Mileage, and Improve Your Vehicle's Performance

At a time when gas prices are at an all time high, who wouldn't want to get the maximum gas mileage and horsepower from their car or truck? It's easier to do than you may think. Follow this simple advice from expert mechanics and the savings will quickly add up...

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Cars With Damaged Frames Pose A Real Danger

Consumers who go shopping for a used car could be playing a very dangerous game. The reason? Unseen damage to the car's frame could end up putting occupants of the vehicle at serious risk.

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How to Stay Safe on the Road this Season

Winter is upon us, bringing many much anticipated seasonal activities and trips to see loved ones. But along with the fun comes the danger of the ice storms, blizzards and slippery roads.

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Get Better TV Reception, No Matter Where You Are

Whether you enjoy using your RV for tailgating, camping, cross country travel or all of the above, you are probably familiar with the typical fuzzy reception, poor sound, interference and limited channels you get with your RV's TV. Times have changed and you can now get a clear picture, better sound and more channels with a Digital HD Receiver.

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