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<title>Can Toyota Survive the Recall Disaster?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:04:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Toyota has long stood for quality, a reputation that has made it the biggest car company in the world. To say that 2010 has been a disaster so far is hardly an understatement. The company is reeling from recalls. The question is what will happen now?]]></description>
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<title>Formula One - What Will 2010 Look Like?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:59:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The 2009 Formula One Season has come staggering to an end. Jenson Button and Brawn GP used their early season dominance to ride out a late charge from Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull. The question now is what will happen in 2010.]]></description>
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<title>F1 - Is Kimi Raikkonen Done?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:59:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I must admit that I am a fan of Kimi Raikkonen and that has rarely been easy. Has there ever been a driver with so much talent who appears to be so uninterested in what he is doing? With the news that Kimi will sit out the 2010 season, the legitimate question now seems to be whether he is done with Formula One once and for all.]]></description>
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<title>F1 - Jenson Button's Move to Mclaren</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:59:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The announcement that Jenson Button has left Brawn GP to sign on with McLaren for the next three years is more than a bit odd and looks all the world like a bad career move for the Brit. Winning a World Championship in Formula One is supposed to remove any doubt about your credibility as a driver. Alas, this appears to have not been the case with Jenson Button.]]></description>
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<title>Jimmy Johnson Opens the Door</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:59:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[NASCAR has been taking a lot of heat over its Chase format in racing. The problem? A certain Mr. Johnson has dominated the last three years and has been looking for all the world like a shoe in this year as well.]]></description>
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<title>Formula One - What Does the Loss of Toyota Really Mean?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:50:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Formula One is going through a huge change in the lineup of teams in the sport. The latest to announce its withdrawal is the hugely funded Toyota team. The question for many is what this will mean for the sport.]]></description>
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<title>Car Tires - The One Place to Splurge</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:59:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The modern car has evolved into a rather complex machine. Compared to the cars of the 1960's, the difference is really laughable. From the age of inefficient carburetors we've come to the age of computer controlled direct fuel injection. Despite all the technological advances, however, the performance of your car often still comes down to the tires.]]></description>
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<title>The Mini Cooper &quot;S&quot; Spare Tire Conundrum</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:59:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You've taken the plunge and decided to buy a Mini Cooper. Congratulations! You'll love it. The only question is what model do you go with? If you are choosing between the basic model and the "S" version, you should understand there is an issue with the spare tire.]]></description>
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<title>Tesla Roadster - Residents of Colorado Get Incredible Deals</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:59:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Tesla Roadster is a sleek electric sports car that proves an electric car can be blindingly fast. In an odd tax code quirk, the car is also a heck of a deal for buyers who live in Colorado.]]></description>
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<title>Honda CR-Z Hybrid Sports Car Coming in Fall 2010</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:59:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Toyota Prius is such an iconic car that many people believe Toyota was the first company to come out with production hybrids. It was not. Honda was the first, but miscalculated the market and missed out on a huge opportunity. The announcement that the company will be introducing a hybrid sports car, the CR-Z, to the US market in the fall of 2010 is an effort to right that wrong.]]></description>
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<title>Jenson Button to Leave Brawn GP?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:59:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Jenson Button may have won the Driver's Championship in Formula One for 2009, but rumor has it Brawn GP may not be rushing to resign him as a driver for 2010. Could the champion really be on his way to another team next year?]]></description>
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<title>Hybrids - The Odd Safety Problem</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:38:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Hybrids have been a huge success when it comes to an otherwise morbid auto market. How do we know? Well, the Honda Insight and Toyota Prius were smirked at when they first came out by the rest of the auto industry. Now? The rest of the auto world is kicking out hybrids like there is no tomorrow. There are even hybrid motorcycles on the drawing board. Could a hybrid Ferrari be next?]]></description>
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<title>The Cash For Clunkers Hangover</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 07:59:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Cash for Clunkers program has come to an end. Designed to increase sales in a morbid auto industry, it did exactly that. With the program ended, sales for September have been down. Is this really a surprise? It shouldn't be.]]></description>
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<title>F1 - Alonso Move to Ferrari Sets Up Great 2010</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The announcement that two time World Champion Fernando Alonso is moving to Ferrari is setting up to make 2010 a highly interesting season for Formula One fans. The rivalry between McLaren and Ferrari is about to fire back up.]]></description>
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<title>2009 F1 Season Staggers to an End</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:18:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The 2009 F1 season started with such a bang. Unfortunately, the momentum simply could not be sustained. As we enter the last few races of the season, the performances have fallen off and the key players are staggering to a finish that is almost laughable.]]></description>
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<title>Toyota Considers Going to the Past For New Truck</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:59:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The word legendary is thrown around far too often by people. Every so often, however, the term is appropriate. In the case of the Toyota Truck of the 1980s, the title certainly was. The good news is Toyota seems to realize it and recently revealed a Toyota Truck Concept vehicle that was essentially an early 1980s Toyota Truck!]]></description>
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<title>The Iconic Toyota Land Cruiser</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:59:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are certain vehicles that develop an aura over the years. The Toyota Land Cruiser certainly falls into that category. From a utilitarian beginning, it has become a bit more modern without losing the toughness we all loved.]]></description>
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<title>The Bizarre 2010 Toyota Corolla Recall</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 07:59:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Safety is important in all factors of life and particularly when it comes to cars. That being said, one can argue that we've gone too far in certain areas. The bizarre recall of certain 2010 Toyota Corollas is a classic example.]]></description>
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<title>The Brilliant Mini Cooper Research Program</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:59:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Mini Coopers are cars you tend to love or hate. I own one and love it, but can see how the car isn't for everyone. What can't be disputed is the out of the box thinking the company pursues with relish. The latest unique idea comes from the review of the new electric Mini Coopers.]]></description>
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<title>BMW Sells F1 Team in Odd Deal</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:59:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The strange story of BMW in Formula One has come to an equally strange end. The iconic German car company has completed its withdrawal from the sport by selling its F1 operations to Qadback.]]></description>
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<title>Audi to Challenge Mini Cooper in America</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:59:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Audi has become the focal point brand of Volkswagen in the United States. The company has a stated goal of overcoming BMW and Mercedes in the market for luxury automobiles. Now Audi is considering taking aim at an entirely different part of the market in America - the sporty subcompact.]]></description>
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<title>The Difference Between Audi S and RS Models</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Audi has gone from a car company that had reliability problems in the 1980s to one that builds quality, beautiful cars. The company offers a number of models. In this article, we take a look at the S and RS models available.]]></description>
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<title>Introduction to the Aftermarket Car Parts Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Buying a new car is great. Everything works and you get a warranty for the first 50,000 miles or so. Ah, but what then? Once the warranty has run out, you can face problems with expensive automaker parts. This is where the aftermarket car parts industry comes in.]]></description>
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<title>Radiator Hoses - Don't Make a Huge Mistake When Replacing Them</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2697759</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2009 07:59:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A hose is a hose is a hose, right? Well, generally this is true, but not when it comes to your radiator. Most people assume any old black hose from the parts store will do. This is wrong and can lead to hugely expensive problems like engine replacements!]]></description>
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<title>Has Your Head Gasket Really Gone Bad?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2697849</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:59:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The last words any car owner wants to hear at a repair shop is they need a head gasket. It is not a cheap repair and often is a predictor of future problems down the road. The question in many cases, however, is whether the head gasket is actually the problem.]]></description>
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<title>DUI Versus DWI - Understanding the Difference</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2757037</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:59:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Drinking and driving is a good way to get in serious trouble. The law is set up to nail people who drink and drive to the wall. Two of the common charges are DUI and DWI, but many people do not understand the difference between them. Let's take a look at both.]]></description>
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<title>Flushing Your Radiator and Coolant System</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 07:59:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Your engine produces a ton of heat as it spins over. Alas, heat happens to also be the number one enemy of any engine. The oil and cooling system is charged with keeping the engine cool enough. Most people know to change their oil frequently, but few flush their coolant system.]]></description>
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<title>Coolant - Be Incredibly Careful When Storing It</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2697633</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:59:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Long ago, car owners would just put straight water into the radiator of their cars. Water worked alright, but there was one problem. Well, actually two. The temperatures at which water froze and boiled were simply to close together. Driving on a hot summer day or trying to start you car on a cold winter morning could result in a host of problems. To overcome this, coolant was developed.]]></description>
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<title>Last Weekend For Cash For Clunkers Program</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2799149</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:58:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Cash for Clunkers program was originally designed to run till November 1, 2009. The program, however, is being cancelled on August 24, 2009 since it is running out of money. That means this is the last weekend you can take advantage of it.]]></description>
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<title>Checking Your Radiator Without Burning Yourself</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2695281</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:56:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The modern car engine produces a lot of heat. Keeping your coolant system up to snuff is the key to not letting heat build up and destroy your engine. This is so important that you should be checking your coolant system as often as you do the oil. Of course, trying to avoid burning yourself is important as well.]]></description>
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<title>Drunk Driving - Criminal Versus Civil Legal Issues</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2756933</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Driving while drunk is a seriously bad maneuver for a host of reasons. You will learn as much if you are involved in an accident while driving drunk. Such an accident will raise the issue of criminal versus civil legal issues you'll have to deal with in court.]]></description>
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<title>Odd Reasons Your Car Might Be Overheating</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2695093</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cars overheat for a host of reasons. Whether you are reading DYI books or going to a mechanic, there is a list of usual suspects that will always be looked at. In most cases, the problem will be found, fixed and your overheating problem will be extinguished. Ah, but what if nothing appears wrong? Well, there is a second list of odd problems that could be the cause.]]></description>
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<title>Cash For Clunkers - The Inventory Problem</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:59:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Cash for Clunkers program may be controversial from a debt point of view, but there is no doubt it is acting as a shot of adrenaline to the auto industry. The increase in sales has been so dramatic that inventory issues are going to exist through the end of the year.]]></description>
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<title>Beware of Bad Brake Fluid</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The brake fluid in your car is obviously a critical component of the brake system. Did you know brake fluid can go bad? Well, it can. When it does, it can lead to much brakes or even a complete failure of your brakes. That's just about the last thing you want to deal with.]]></description>
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<title>Reasons Your Car Might Be Overheating</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The summer is a wonderful time. The heat is simply great...unless it does a number on your car. If your car is overheating, getting the issue figured out is critical. Why? Heat destroys engines and that will eventually destroy your bank account.]]></description>
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<title>Chevy Volt - What 230 Miles to the Gallon Will Get You</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2751864</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2009 07:59:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The scuttlebutt about the Chevy Volt launch in 210 has started with a flourish. General Motors has announced it expects the car to get a whopping 230 miles per gallon in city driving. Although that number has been met with some skepticism, what are some examples of how far you could go?]]></description>
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<title>The Key Components to Your Car Coolant System</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:59:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The modern car is powered primarily by internal combustion engines. This is a fancy way of saying controlled explosions. These explosions in the cylinder heads produce power, but also tons of heat. The coolant system in your car is tasked with dealing with that heat.]]></description>
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<title>Do DUI Penalties Deter Drunk Driving?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2756397</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:13:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Driving under the influence of alcohol is an undeniable problem across the world. Many preventive measures are taken to discourage the act, but massive penalties are used by every state as a deterrent. The question is do they work?]]></description>
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<title>Will the Chevy Volt Really Get 230 Miles Per Gallon?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2751857</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 07:59:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[General Motors is trying to build momentum as it comes out of bankruptcy. The big news is it is claiming the Chevrolet Volt hybrid will get 230 miles per gallon in city driving. That is a simply staggering number, but is it accurate?]]></description>
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<title>The Damage Caused by Driving With Your Parking Brake On</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 07:59:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Okay, let's start off by being honest. At one time or another, our inner idiot has come out and we've all gone for a drive with the parking brake on. We usually recognize the problem when our noses start sending warnings to the brain or we realize the car sure is slow! So, what damage does this cause?]]></description>
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<title>The Viability of Cash For Clunkers Government Programs</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2751078</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:25:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Cash for Clunkers program has acted like a lifeline to a ravaged auto industry that has seen wholesale losses across the board in many areas. The question is whether this type of approach can be used to crank up other areas of industry crushed by the current Great Recession?]]></description>
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<title>Your Cooling Systems Are Only as Good As Your Coolant</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2694842</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:59:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When the temperature gets hot, the engine in your car can take an absolute beating. This is where the coolant system earns its money by providing relief. For the system to work at its optimum, you have to put the right stuff in it.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding Your Parking Brake and How it Works</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:26:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The parking brake is the runt of the brake system unless you drive around with it up! Most people know they should set it every time they get out of the car, but not everyone knows exactly how it works.]]></description>
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<title>Grasping Flex Fuel Vehicles</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people categorize flex fuel vehicles as hybrid vehicles. This is actually a mistake. In this article, we take a closer look at what a flex fuel vehicle is and how it differs from a hybrid.]]></description>
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<title>Can You Still Work on Modern Cars Yourself?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It wasn't that long ago that you could pop the hood on your car and climb in to work on the engine. These days, you can barely get an arm down into the engine compartment. This begs the question of whether you can still work on your own car these days given the complexities involved?]]></description>
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<title>Why Gas Prices and Oil Prices No Longer Seem to Move Together</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 07:59:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Gasoline is refined from oil. As a result, the prices at the pump are heavily influenced by the price of oil. When the price on a barrel of oil goes up, the price on a gallon of gas does as well. At least it used to. Lately, the prices don't seem to track that well. The question is why?]]></description>
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<title>Is it a Mini Cooper, Mini, Cooper Or What?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The title of the Mini Cooper causes all kinds of confusion with car enthusiasts. Is the car a small version of a Cooper or is it just a Mini and Cooper is the model or what? We address the issue and provide an answer in this article.]]></description>
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<title>Formula One - The Comeback of Michael Schumacher</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 07:59:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Ferrari has been forced with the prospects of finding a driver smack dab in the middle of the 2009 Formula One season. After looking around at the available drivers, the team has looked inward and settled on the iconic Michael Schumacher.]]></description>
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<title>BMW M1 - The Car BMW and Lamborghini Built</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:59:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What if you took two companies that had contrasting, unique strengths with cars and put them together to build a car emphasizing both of their traits? Well, that's exactly what happened in the 1970s when BMW and Lamborghini got together to build a legendary car - the BMW M1.]]></description>
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<title>F1 Silly Season Gets Crazy With BMW Withdrawal</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:59:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As with most forms of motorsport, F1 has its silly season where rumors fly about drivers moving from one team to another. The odd thing about the silly season in 2009 is many of the rumors may come true now that BMW has given up the ghost in Formula One.]]></description>
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<title>Traction Control Vs Electronic Stability Control Systems</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cars come with so many driver assistance systems these days it is hard to know which is which. In this article, we take a look at what traction control and electronic stability control systems are and how they differ.]]></description>
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<title>The Stunning Withdrawal of BMW From Formula One</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:23:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Formula One is the pinnacle of technology in motorsports. It is also incredibly expensive to participate in. The 2009 season has revolved around this issue off the track as the teams and governing authority have tried to cut costs. Even with a deal in place, BMW has stunned the field by announcing its withdrawal from the sport on July 29, 2009.]]></description>
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<title>The Purring Mini Cooper Engine</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2610365</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As a Mini Cooper owner, I can confirm that everything you've heard about how fun it is to drive is absolutely true. The car handles like it is on rails, but also has a surprising amount of spunk given its size. This is due to the maxed out engine.]]></description>
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<title>BMW Formula One Team - Are Driver Changes in Store For 2010?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The BMW Formula One Team had a resounding success in 2008 as Robert Kubica took the team's maiden win in Canada. The 2009 season was supposed to be the year BMW serious challenged for both the driver and constructor championships. It hasn't. The year has been a disaster and changes are going to happen. This includes the issue of who will drive for the team in 2010?]]></description>
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<title>Car Acronyms You Should Know</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2553306</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:59:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Ever take your car to the shop because of a problem and feel like the mechanic is speaking a foreign language? You are not alone. The world of automobiles is full of acronyms. In this article, we take a look at some of the more commonly used ones.]]></description>
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<title>Will the BMW GINA Ever Become a Production Car?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2664350</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2664350</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[BMW is known for excellent engineering. The design elements of the company were traditionally a bit conservative, but the design of the cars has come a long way in the recent past. The foray into Formula One and the GINA experiment are given a lot of credit for that.]]></description>
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<title>Supercharging Vs Turbocharging</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2552508</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2552508</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Producing more power from smaller engines is the goal of many car designers and engineers. Two areas that have been with us for a while and are becoming popular again are supercharging and turbocharging. Both focus on increasing power by manipulating the air in an engine.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding Your Catalytic Converter</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2551701</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 07:59:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Every modern car now comes with a catalytic converter. Few car owners think about them until, of course, there is a problem and a repair has to be made. In this article, we take a look at what your catalytic converter actually does.]]></description>
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<title>Toyota - A Look at the New CEO</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 07:59:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Toyota Motor Company has taken some serious blows this decade given criticism of its vehicles and the economic meltdown that has affected every car company. In June of 2009, the company looked to the past when naming a new CEO - Akio Toyoda.]]></description>
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<title>The Two Types of Catalytic Converters</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2551958</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:59:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The catalytic converter on a car is tasked with breaking down many of the harmful gases that are a side effect of the modern internal combustion engine. There are two distinct designs used to achieve this result - bead or honeycomb.]]></description>
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<title>The Pros of Owning a Mini Cooper</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2610356</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:46:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The "new" Mini Cooper has been a huge hit for BMW, which is a good thing since the company lost a ton of money when it purchased it as part of the Rover Group. Regardless, the car is very unique. In this article, we take a look at some of the pros of owning a Mini Cooper.]]></description>
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<title>Should Toyota Still Be Known For Quality?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2593877</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2593877</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There was a time when people would buy Toyotas solely based on their reputation for excellent quality. That reputation has been heavily questioned the last decade or so to the point that the former President of the company, Katsuaki Watanabe, felt it necessary to apologize for the poor products produced. So, does the name Toyota still stand for quality or not?]]></description>
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<title>How Does Your Fuel Gauge Work?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2552273</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2552273</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We all know we are running out of fuel when what happens? Yep, that little yellow light starts lighting up on the dashboard. Like Pavlov's dogs, we know it is time to fuel up, but how does our car know that it needs gas? Let's take a look.]]></description>
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<title>The Odd Beginnings of Toyota</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2593867</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Toyota is the biggest car manufacturer in the world. The Japanese company was legendary for the quality of vehicle it produced, but that reputation has taken a hit in recent years. Regardless, there is a story behind how every large company started and the one related to Toyota is particularly interesting.]]></description>
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<title>Fernando Alonso Finally Moving to Ferrari?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 13:12:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A match made in heaven and long predicted just might finally be happening. Rumors are rampant that Fernando Alonso is going to make the move from Renault to Ferrari in Formula One.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding the Fuel System in Your Car</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2552203</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some of us drive very cautiously. Others of us drive with the proverbial lead foot. Regardless of your style, few of us have a clue how fuel is delivered to our engine and used once we step on the gas pedal. In this article, we aim to rectify that!]]></description>
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<title>Is a Diesel Car a Better Deal Given Fuel Prices?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2552096</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2552096</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 07:59:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The cost of fuel has to be a big part of any consideration you give to buying a new car. It was only a year ago that fuel cost as much as $4 a gallon in some areas. The economic meltdown brought the cost down, but it is rising again as things slowly improve.]]></description>
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<title>The Four Stroke Engine Power Cycle</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2552419</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:00:31 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The modern car gasoline powered engine is often described as some incredibly complex piece of machinery. It is not. Every engine has a basic four stroke power cycle. You can do a lot to make this process efficient and produce a ton of power, but it is still the same process when you strip away the fluff. Let's take a closer look.]]></description>
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<title>Grasping the Rules on the Cash For Clunkers Program</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[President Obama signed the Car Allowance Rebate System program, which is better known as CARS. The program is being renamed the Cash for Clunkers program in the media because of its intended purpose. In this article, we take a look at the rules for the program.]]></description>
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<title>The End of the War in Formula One</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:44:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Formula One has been working through a civil war. The teams have been going at it with the FIA governing body, more importantly the head of the FIA in Max Mosley. Well, the war has come to a grinding end at the last possible moment to the relief of all F1 fans.]]></description>
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<title>Gas Prices to Rise Dramatically For Unexpected Reason?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2489640</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2489640</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Early 2008 was a stunning time for most people. Given the recent economic meltdown, few remember the pain of gas prices going up to the $4 range. Well, gas might be headed back there, but not for the reason you think.]]></description>
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<title>The Impact of a DUI on Your Car Insurance Premiums</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2466381</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2466381</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many moral and legal reasons you should not drink and drive. All of them are valid, but the fact that they are thrown at us continually can cause them to become annoying after a bit. With that in mind, why don't we stick to a practical subject - your bank account.]]></description>
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<title>What Exhaust Smoke Tells You About Your Engine</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2466665</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2466665</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 07:59:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most people cringe when they see identifiable smoke coming from their exhaust. Yes, it can be a bad sign, but it can also just mean there is a minor issue.]]></description>
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<title>NASCAR Not the Only Circuit With Attendance Problems</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2466433</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2466433</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[NASCAR has been taking a beating regarding the low turn out by fans to the races. It is important to remember, however, that the current economic meltdown isn't just occurring in the United States. The world's biggest racing championship found that out over the weekend.]]></description>
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<title>Stopping Drunk Drivers With Ignition Breathalyzers</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2466368</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2466368</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Drunk driving is a major problem on the roads throughout the year. The authorities have focused on using penalties to deter people from drinking and driving. As is usually the case, penalties only go so far. The good news is technology might be stepping up to the plate.]]></description>
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<title>The Funny Thing About Auto Industry Names</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2466591</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2466591</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 09:11:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The traditions of the auto industry are littered with some seriously smart and intellectual inventors. From the internal combustion engine to tires to the car brands on the market, the advancements made in a little over 100 years are staggering. The same cannot be said for naming these devices.]]></description>
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<title>How You Cause Expensive Brake Repairs on Your Car</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2450095</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2450095</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The brakes are obviously a vital part to your car. Going somewhere is only good if you can stop when you get there. The brakes are, of course, the key to making this happen. There are different types of brake systems, but all are based on the same basic premise. If you don't understand them, you could be damaging your brakes.]]></description>
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<title>The OEM Versus Aftermarket Car Parts Debate</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2449897</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2449897</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to get mechanics and people who work on their own cars going in a heated debate, start an argument about whether aftermarket car parts are as good as OEM parts. It may seem like a basic argument, but it is actually fairly convoluted.]]></description>
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<title>The Odd World of Third Brake Light Requirements</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2449807</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2449807</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Pick your favorite car model that has been around for thirty years or so.  Now look at the rear of a 2009 model version and compare it to the 1979 version. The shape will probably be different, but there will definitely be a distinct difference for any car model in the United States. The 2009 model will have an additional brake light.]]></description>
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<title>Knowing When an Alternator Goes Bad on Your Car</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2449619</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2449619</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 07:59:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people refer to anything under the hood of their car as the engine. In truth, most engine problems really have nothing to do with the engine block proper. Often, the problem is found with one of the necessary bolt-ons to the engine. The alternator is often one of those problems.]]></description>
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<title>Save Your Engine With One Maintenance Step</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2449448</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2449448</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:20:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Your car is a machine designed to run for a very long time, but it is not a self contained unit. You have to provide it with some simple help. If you do nothing else, the one maintenance step you have to take is to change the oil on your vehicle as called out by the manufacturer.]]></description>
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<title>NASCAR Makes Smart Move on Restart Policy</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2439909</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2439909</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:50:51 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[NASCAR has announced a new policy on how race restarts will be handled. Instead of going with the lead lap cars on the outside row and lapped cars on the bottom row, the lapped cars will go to the back. This is a very smart move by NASCAR.]]></description>
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<title>The Funny Thing About Synthetic Oil</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2425258</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2425258</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:59:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Synthetic oil has been touted as the cure all for engine wear. While there is little doubt that such oil provides strong benefits, are all the marketing claims to be believed? The answer is fairly surprising.]]></description>
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<title>The Humorous Beginnings of Lamborghini</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2420789</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most companies originate because a person or persons has an inspiring vision that they've pursued most of their life. Then there are those companies that are founded on stories that would make great films. The origins of Lamborghini certainly fall into this category.]]></description>
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<title>What Does GM Bankruptcy Mean For NASCAR?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2418983</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2418983</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The titan of the United States auto industry has taken the smart and predictable path. On June 1, 2009, General Motors filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to reorganize its finances. The question is what this means for NASCAR.]]></description>
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<title>Dale Earnhardt Jr - New Crew Chief Produces Results</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2418961</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2418961</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 16:05:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Autism Speaks 400 at Dover, Delaware was the first race for Dale Earnhardt, Jr., and his new crew chief Lance McGrew. Not only did Autism Speak, but so did the future of the Amp team and the future looks much brighter than it did just one week ago.]]></description>
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<title>How to Stop Your Car From Rolling Excessively in Corners</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2386104</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2386104</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Does your car corner like a boat? You know. That feeling you get where everybody leans away from the turn as one side of the car dips and the other rises? The problem is you either have no sway bar or a very weak one.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding the Steering Linkage on Your Car</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2386098</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2386098</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 07:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Your car would be mighty useless if you couldn't select the direction you wanted to go. Steering seems like a basic concept, but many car owners are completely baffled when asked how the steering process actually works. The answer is found in the steering linkage.]]></description>
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<title>The Lazy Way to Check Wheel Bearings on Your Car</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2386087</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2386087</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I have the laziness gene. I'll admit it. The idea of taking apart a section of my car just to see if there is a problem is not my idea of a good time, particularly when it is going to take some time. With this in mind, I offer you a lazy way to check whether the bearings in your wheels are in need of attention.]]></description>
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<title>Finding a Good Mechanic For Your Car</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2385849</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2385849</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 10:18:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Your car is a machine through and through. Sooner or later, it is going to need repairs to keep it up and running. Although you can do these yourself in some situations, most of us prefer to simply take our cars to a mechanic. Of course, first you have to find a good one.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding Your Anti-Lock Braking System</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2358750</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2358750</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 07:59:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Much about the evolution of the automobile focuses on making it go faster, handle better and use less fuel to do so. Little is discussed about the evolution of making a car stop more efficiently. This primarily do to the fact brakes are fairly simple systems and the one major evolution, anti-lock braking systems, have been with us for some time.]]></description>
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<title>A Word of Caution When Changing Air Filters on Diesel Engines</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2358239</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2358239</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 07:59:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are three filters that you have to be constantly on top of when it comes to your car. They are the oil, fuel and air filters in no particular order. Fortunately, changing them out is not that difficult of a prospect, but there can be some issues that pop up. This is definitely the case when it comes to air filters for a diesel engine.]]></description>
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<title>Merits of Winner Take All Approach in NASCAR</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2358068</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2358068</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 07:59:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After watching the NASCAR All-Star Race at Lowes Motor Speedway, I must admit that there is something wrong in the way NASCAR handles race results. More often than not, NASCAR races are a bit boring as teams and drivers try to rack up points. The amazing racing at Lowes shows it doesn't have to be this way.]]></description>
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<title>NASCAR - What Impact Will GM and Chrysler Bankruptcy Filings Have?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2357983</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2357983</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 10:21:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[NASCAR just finished a night of incredibly racing with its All-Star event at the Lowes Motor Speedway. Even the most cynical of racing fans had to enjoy the wild driving in that one. Still, a cloud hangs over NASCAR in the form of GM and Chrysler.]]></description>
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<title>Pros and Cons of Retread Tires</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2332500</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:59:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It has been a rough year financially for most of us in one way or another. The last thing most of us need is to spend money on a set of tires. If you are facing this problem, you might be interested in the pros and cons of retread tires.]]></description>
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<title>Three Stupidly Simple Ways to Get Better Gas Mileage</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2332496</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2332496</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The technical discussions that can arise regarding car issues sometimes miss the most basic of points. This is particularly true when it comes to gas mileage. While there are technical changes such as running a car lean that can make a difference, there are three stupidly simple ways to get better gas mileage.]]></description>
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<title>General Motors Nears the End of the Rope</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2332486</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2332486</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:59:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Chrysler has gone into bankruptcy and now General Motors staggers towards the same destination. Two icons of American industry are falling before our eyes. It is an overdue development, but it still sad to watch. The demolition of General Motors is particularly stunning.]]></description>
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<title>Maintenance Tip - Change Your Filters For Long Car Life</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2332480</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2332480</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 09:51:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people are reconsidering their expenses these days. Cars tend to get a lot of attention. To save money on your car, you need to make it last as long as possible. While an apple a day keeps the doctor away from us, filter replacements serve the same purpose for cars. Regularly changing the filters on your car is the trick to getting it to last a very long time.]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[Run flat tires are all the rage with car manufacturers. They can be a bit finicky to deal with if you have them on your car. In this article, we take a look at an issue that can arise as temperatures heat up after the long winter.]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[The penultimate moment of the 2009 Formula One season is upon us with the Spanish Grand Prix. This is the race when teams introduce their big changes after the diffuser debate was decided in favor of allowing the double diffuser. All indications are Ferrari and McLaren have made no jump forward.]]></description>
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