The Wagon R minivehicle from Suzuki Motor Corporation was the best selling vehicle in Japan in economic 2007, keeping the top spot for four consecutive years.

Furthermore,  the Wagon R was the top selling minivehicle for the fifth consecutive year, the Japan Automobile Dealers Association with sales of 224,082 units in the year that ended Monday, according to Japan Mini Vehicles Association.

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Carbonyte UK, creator of the world’s first Ferrari ‘limousine’ has unwrapped its latest stretched masterpiece…Believe it or not, it’s the world’s first ever stretched Smart Car petnamed Carbonyte Smaaart.

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The stunning and charming Kuga is one of Ford’s seven models to get the certificate of approval, joining the Ka, Focus (including the Coupé-Cabriolet), C-MAX, S-MAX, Galaxy and Mondeo. Ford vehicles are the first in the world to have passed these stringent TÜV standards.

“An increasing number of consumers want allergy-friendly products. We regard it as our responsibility to meet that requirement by offering vehicles that address the growing concerns about allergies,” says Dr Wolfgang Schneider, Vice President, Governmental and Environmental Affairs, Ford of Europe.

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The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) selected the research and development team of the 2006 Honda Civic for this year’s Great Designs in Steel Automotive Excellence Award based on the vehicle’s evolutionary and cost-effective use of advanced high-strength steels. The announcement was made yesterday by the institute.

“Honda’s sophisticated design approach has resulted in a Civic body structure that incorporates structural optimization with steel. The extensive use of high-strength steel in the Advance Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure creates a new- generation platform that is safer and stronger, enhancing the vehicle’s ability to deal with crash energy during impact,” says Brian Aranha, vice president of ArcelorMittal Dofasco and chairman of AISI’s Automotive Applications Committee.

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What else could you ask from the Volvo S80 and XC90 Executive models? These two models just obtained new features for the 2009 Model Year to revolutionize and add to their luxury allure.

With prices to be confirmed ahead of the start of production in May these models are available to order imminently. A new exceptional blend of relaxing massage and ventilation functions in the front seats will make road trips even more soothing, while a range of developed materials and trim details add to the high quality of the vehicles.

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Yesterday, manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) were announced for the 2009 model year xB urban utility vehicle and tC sports coupe. The xB will hit various dealerships on the latter part of this month. On the other hand, the tC will arrive in May.

The xB carries over with only a change in exterior color after a significant model development in 2008, . Stingray Metallic replaces Nautical Blue Metallic. The base MSRP for the iconic xB is $15,750 when equipped with a five-speed manual transmission and $16,700 for the four-speed automatic with sequential shifting. Prices for both configurations represent an increase of $100 or 0.6 percent.

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The article underscores the breakthrough “eco-chic” hybrid design from popular Danish designer Henrik Fisker that runs on Quantum Technologies’ “Q-Drive”, which is a fully electric-powered system that offers zero-emissions, no compromise on power, and achieves 100 miles per gallon.

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Professional driver for Roadway, Kent Durant, brought his tractor-trailer to the campus to show the blind spots situated around a large commercial vehicle, and he also invited students to hop into the cab of his truck to further visualize what a driver can and cannot see.

“My route is Wichita to Denver and back, so this is a great opportunity to talk to motorists that will soon be on the same roads I travel everyday. Safe highway driving is one of my passions and I am glad to share that passion with the students here today,” says STR driver Durant.

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Here are the helpful ‘Spring Cleaning’ tips provided by CarMax technicians to help your car recover from the damaging effects of winter, Check it out:

1.  Take your car to an automatic car wash that has an under-carriage
wash. This can help remove corrosive residues left behind by winter
road treatments used to melt ice and snow.
2.  Wash and wax your car. The wax will protect the paint from damaging UV
rays.
3.  Change the oil and filter every 3,000 miles and have the air filter
and PCV valve checked and replaced if needed. Winter temperatures can
cause the formation of harmful condensation and acids in the engine
oil.
4.  Have your vehicle diagnosed by an automotive professional if the
engine is not running smoothly or any other conditions arise.
Preventive measures can help extend the life of your vehicle and
improve gas mileage.
5. Have a qualified automotive technician check:
–  The condition of the engine coolant, belts, and hoses; hoses
deteriorate from the inside out and summer driving gives your
cooling system a workout.
–  All the lights and lenses for cracks; you should also replace
wiper blades each spring and fall to ensure optimum visibility in
all weather conditions.
–  The tires for any abnormalities; the tire pressure should also be
set at the level specified for your vehicle.
–  All the wheels and inspect the brakes thoroughly for damage due to
corrosion since most states use salt, sand or other chemicals to
melt snow and ice on the roads. During this process, it is also a
good idea to have the tires rotated.
–  Your vehicle’s steering and suspension for loose, worn or damaged
components often caused by potholes and other road irregularities.
–  The air conditioner, so you can avoid the wait if you need to have
it repaired during the summer.

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