Autos Reviews

Describe the Lexus RX400h in one word, and it would have to be “smooth.” Sound odd for a power delivery system that combines not one, not two, but three separate drive mechanisms? Not when it’s the system Lexus calls “seamless” based on a robust 3.3-liter V-6 gasoline engine and two specialty electric motor-generators. That’s the foundation of the Lexus hybrid gasoline/electric system in what it calls the first-ever earth-friendly luxury vehicle. The premiere green crossover that debuted about a year ago enters 2006 as a blending of the best of both worlds, delivering planet-pampering fuel economy and extremely low emissions at the same time it is full of luxurious touches in a high performance package. You could call it having your cake and eating it too.

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How much insurance does one need? You have the big four: home, health, life, and car insurance. Then there’s a second category, which starts getting a little hazy with credit card insurance, purchase protection plans, fraud insurance and more. Extended warranties, also called extended service contracts, or extended service policies fall into the mist of this second category.

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Does the use of aftermarket parts, including performance chips, affects the new automobile warranty? Well, let us peep into what the laws of the land say.

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In the land Down Under, the Aussies would be able to take their very first peek at one of the fastest and also the most expensive vehicles from the BMW range. This new vehicle has got the capacity to put its top down and keep it out of sight. And it is called the BMW M6 convertible. Yes, you can view this one come this week at the Australian International Motor Show which will be held in the city of Sydney.

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Mazda Australia will showcase its much-admired Kabura concept car in Sydney. The magnificent lineup includes the new CX-7 crossover, BT-50 truck range, and Mazda6. These vehicles will astound the crowd of this year’s Australian International Motor Show.

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Automobile is a wheeled passenger vehicle that carries its own motor. Most definitions of the term specify that automobiles are designed to run primarily on roads, to have seating for one to six people, typically have four wheels and be constructed principally for the transport of people rather than goods. However, the term is far from precise.

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