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Insider: Tips on Choosing Your Dream Car

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Cars are without a doubt one of the most aspirational purchases you can make in your life. It doesn’t matter whether you’re rich or poor, or somewhere in between, driving a better car is something most people yearn to do. The problem is that better cars cost more money, and as you need the best, most reliable car possible for general use, that often doesn’t leave any funds for a dream car. Unfortunately, most dream cars aren’t the types of vehicles you want to use as everyday run-around or to commute to work in. That means you’ll need at least …

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Industry Insider: 5 Mistakes People Make When Buying a New Vehicle

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For most people, buying a new vehicle is a huge investment, and one they’ll have to deal with for years to come. When it comes to buying a new vehicle, you often have two different approaches. You have those people who will spend hours and hours looking at performance numbers, oil consumption, and at all the maintenance issues there are with different vehicles. At the other end, you have those who will simply rely on the dealer’s advice or get information from someone they know without getting hands-on knowledge about vehicles. However, the more well informed you are, the less …

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Industry Insider: 4 Reasons To Buy A Used Car

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When it comes to the time to buy a car, you may be wondering about whether you should buy a new one or a used one. Both ideas have their pros and cons, but there are many more reasons why buying used is the best idea, and is something you should certainly consider. Here are some of those reasons. Depreciation Possibly the biggest reason to buy a used car and not a new one is what is known as ‘depreciation’. Unlike most purchases, as soon as you drive the new car away from the forecourt it will have lost value …

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Insider: How to Better Finance Your Dream Car, Starting Today

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In many cases, your dream car is likely not as far out of your reach as you think. While indeed some cars – particularly vintage models in great condition – can run up into the millions per vehicle, that isn’t usually the case. For most, you can buy and afford a luxury vehicle if that is what you truly want. It will take a lot of saving, and a lot of preparation, and in some cases, you might not get the exact model that you want, but it can be done. All you need to do is start preparing today …

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Buying a car? Top tips for the best buying strategies

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Buying a new car, whether it’s straight from the factory or something second-hand, is always going to be a large expense. With the right planning in place though, you could reduce your costs and make the process much easier on your wallet. There are some tried and tested strategies and tips when it comes to finding the bargain car of your dreams, and you don’t need to put in a lot of work either. Take a little extra time over your car purchase, and you could soon be on the open road with a little extra money in your pocket …

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Industry Insider – New or Used Cars: Which is Better?

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This is an age-old question. Should you buy a new or used car? Everyone seems to have a different answer and different reasons why. There really is no single right answer because it all depends on your current lifestyle and living situation. Different financial obligations, abilities, hobbies, and plans will determine whether a new or used car makes sense for you. In order to figure out which is best, let’s consider the upfront cost of the car, the gas mileage, the insurance cost, and the cost of repairs. It’s important to crunch the numbers before making any decisions. Determine What …

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Insider: 3 Ways to Get Rid of Your Old Car

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Getting rid of an old car isn’t the most complex task, but it certainly isn’t easy. Cars weigh thousands of pounds and are immense compared to any of the trash you’d simply toss in the dumpster or haul down to a landfill. Fortunately, you have a range of different options when it comes to getting rid of your car, and each of them offers different benefits. If time and ease aren’t an issue for you, you have the potential to make more money. However, there are quick and easy ways to get rid of your car, too. Here’s what you …

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Car Manufacturers Can Now Collect and Sell Your Personal Data. What are the Implications?

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Your car isn’t just on the road anymore – it is fast becoming part of the ever-expanding internet of things. Information on your vehicle, you and your driving habits are now being harvested by tech companies and car manufacturers can now collect and sell your personal data. But what are the implications of this for the everyday driver? “Warning, Unsafe Driver” Newer cars are able to collect detailed data about the vehicle’s state and the driver’s driving habits. For example, the car can collect data on how hard and fast the driver brakes and accelerates. This data is already starting …

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Tips for Choosing Your Next Family Car

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When it comes to choosing a family car, there can be a lot of viewings, test drives and scouring the local magazines trying to find your perfect vehicle. It goes beyond the looks and the comfort to the accessories, optional extras and fuel consumption. Although most new cars are all trying to be fuel efficient, there are still variations between manufacturers. To try and help you decide, here are a few tips on choosing your next family car. Budget With so many choices available the price range for new and used cars can be considerable. For that reason, it’s important …

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8 Things You Should Never Do While Driving

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Even the best drivers can make big mistakes behind the wheel. It only takes one distraction or issue to impair a person’s judgment when driving a vehicle. It doesn’t matter how long you have been driving; you must actively try to become a better driver every time you get in a car. For this reason, you need to read the eight things you should never do while driving. Step into the Car Over the Limit While every driver understands they cannot drink and drive, alcohol can impair a person’s judgment. As a result, you might believe you are sober when …

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Insider: How To Keep Your New Car In Pristine Condition

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If you have a new car, then you’re going to want to keep it in pristine condition for as long as possible. Doing so isn’t especially difficult; all it takes is time and some financial investment. You shouldn’t struggle to do this if your car is your pride and joy. Keeping your car in pristine condition can help it maintain a high resale value, so it’s in your best interests to keep your car looking, smelling, and feeling new. Looking after your car mostly involves being smart and keeping on top of the cleaning schedule. You also need to be …

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Insider: Ensuring A Comfortable Driving Experience

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A car is a convenient mode of transportation that helps you get to and from a destination. What if you are driving for a long period of time? Are you headed on a road trip? Even if you are only driving down the street, ensuring your driving experience is as comfortable as possible will improve the quality of your car ride. For instance, many technological savvy cars have dashboard applications and Bluetooth, where drivers can use a GPS to navigate around or listen to any music of their choosing from their smartphones. Further improving the quality of a car ride …

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Insider: Japanese Legends Still Turning Heads in 2018

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Around twenty years ago, the likes of the Subaru Impreza and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution were reaching the height of their desirability. Many would say they were also at their design peak as well, and cars of that era are still considered by many to be the most stylish of all the models produced. Both these cars are still being sold across the States, and have earned a very loyal following from their fans. Those who drive and keep these cars form a deep attachment to them, feelings that many will cheerfully confess could be described as love; but what is …

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Insider: Factors To Consider Before Buying A Car

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It’s more than likely you’ll need or want to buy a car at some point in your life. This can be extremely stressful and a daunting task for those who don’t know much about different vehicles and features. What’s important is that you ask yourself the right questions and can come up with answers for each before you proceed with making a purchase. This will help lead you toward finding the right car for you and minimize the chance of any regrets. Although it can be an overwhelming task, remember to have fun with the process of buying a new …

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Insider: How to Get the Most Out of Your Vehicle

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  If you have put a significant amount of money into your vehicle, it is important that you see a return on your investment. As a car owner, you need to show respect for your ride, rather than taking it for granted. Luckily, there are plenty of straightforward ways for you to get the most out of your vehicle. Below are seven suggestions that will help to get you started. Find the right make and models If you are still in the process of looking for your car, it is important that you find the right make and model to …

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Insider: Choosing a New Car to Suit Lifestyle Changes

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Life can change quickly, and even small alterations to your lifestyle can have a huge impact in different areas. Many individuals find that a change means that their current automobile no longer fits the bill, so it is worth considering how these alterations will affect your driving needs. As an example, if you have recently found out that you will have a child, a two-seater sports car is no longer a good idea! It does not even have to be a change this big – a new hobby could mean that you require more storage space or moving to a …

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Insider: Top 3 Reasons NOT To Buy A Brand New Car

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There are definite benefits to buying a brand new car; you’ll come away with a lot of new gadgets that make driving more fun and safer too, and you’ll have the prestige of driving around in a car no one else has ever driven before. However, there are far more benefits to buying a second-hand car, and these mean that buying a new car should never need to be a consideration. You’ll Pay More For A New Car If you want to save money but still buy a great car, second hand is the option that will suit you best. …

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Insider: Top Tips for Long Distance Driving

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If you are planning on taking a long road trip, then there are some important tips that you need to know before you travel. As well as the usual packing and preparing the car, you also need to make sure that you are prepared for the drive. It isn’t the same as driving around town; there are other dangers that you need to consider before you start. Here are some tips to keep yourself safe while taking a long drive. Save Up on Your Sleep One of the most dangerous situations when driving long distance is tiredness. Research has shown …

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Insider: Top Things You Should Check on Your Car Regularly

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Cars are an important part of our lives and regularly get us safely to a range of destinations with ease. For your car to keep running and ensure it is in good working order, maintenance and regular checks are important for the car general health. These checks can spot any potential issues and prevent any major problems before they arise. It is also important to check key areas before setting off on a long journey, as it will be harder to sort them out on the side of the highway. Fixing major issues can be an expensive setback, so there …

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Insider: Basic Car Maintenance and Repair Tasks You Can Do Yourself

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Driving is an expensive part of daily life. From the get-go, learning to drive, buying your first car and then having to insure it, all cost money. You then have to keep up with the fuel costs, and of course, the expenses that come with any repairs. No car is invincible, and no vehicle will last forever, so needing to fix or replace parts of a car becomes an inevitability over time. However, you can save money on basic repair and maintenance tasks by learning to do them yourself. Here are a few examples of simple tasks that you can …

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Insider: What Your Car Color Says About Your Personality

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  When we buy a car, there are many things to consider. For some people, it’s all about horsepower and style, and for others its practicality and fuel consumption. Although we do think about the color when we select the perfect make and model, there is a hidden aspect of the choice you make and how it matches your personality. You may think this choice is just determined by your favorite color or how you think a particular car should look but in fact, this choice is actually determined by a number of physiological aspects and can give you an …

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Insider: Proactive Safety Tips to Reduce Chances of Car Accidents

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The last thing anyone wants is to get into a car accident. In some cases, the accident will leave a minor cosmetic flaw on your vehicle. In the worst case scenarios, however, car accidents could mean the end of your life. Nothing is more tragic than a life that ended too soon due to carelessness. Nothing is more frustrating than learning to live with a severe disability due to someone else’s carelessness. Proactive safety can help you avoid these accidents, because it trains you to actively look out for suspicious behaviors or road conditions that will put you at risk. …

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Industry Insider: How to Choose a Family Car

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If you are just about to have your first child, or perhaps your clan is steadily growing, then it may be time to hang up the keys to your convertible and start exploring other options that will help you to transport your loved ones. Choosing a family car doesn’t mean that you have to compromise when it comes to style, comfort, and additional features. In fact, many car manufacturers ensure that their larger models have these as standard – so you can benefit from the latest top tech. When it comes to choosing a family car, you need to make …

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Industry Insider: Social Events To Showcase Your Showroom

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If you’ve got some cars in the showroom you want to show off to prospective buyers, or you’ve got some that need a little push towards being sold, then you should consider holding an event to get people onto your site to fully appreciate the cars you have to sell. Since there’s no better way to sell than face-to-face, it’s about time you took out the polish and the chamois cloth and cleaned up your garage and your best little numbers. In order to host a good and hopefully lucrative event, you’ll want to learn how best to get buyers …

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Insider: Five Ideas for Racing-Themed Vacations

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Do you arrange your weekends around every televised NASCAR, IndyCar, Formula One or FIA World Endurance Championship race? Is your idea of a fun day out obsessing over every car at the car show or heading out to your local track to watch the drag races? If you live and breathe cars and racing, then it should also be a no-brainer to theme your next vacation around your passion. Here are five ideas for planning an amazing racing-themed getaway. 1. Get in on the Action Why watch from the sidelines when you can jump into the fray? Many drag tracks …

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Industry Insider – Car Loans: Understanding Your Options

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Regardless of whether you are considering a new car or one that is used, it is important that you understand all of the options available when it comes to auto loans. Because a vehicle is one of life’s major purchases, taking the time to research and determine the best loan type for your situation is a vital step in the process of buying a car. The Most Common Types of Automobile Loans Simple interest loans may be the most widely used type of auto loan; this kind of loan has an interest rate that is based on the outstanding balance …

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Insider: Don’t Buy a Used Truck Without Completing This Checklist

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Many auto dealerships only sell “certified” used cars, but you should still go over the vehicle with a fine-toothed comb. Kicking the tires isn’t enough. Perform the following eight actions before you say, “I’ll take it.” 1. Shop in Daylight Don’t shop for your used truck at night. Examine any vehicle in full daylight on level ground. This ensures you see all defects and levels out engine fluids. When you browse Southwest Motors full line up of used Trucks or any other dealer’s inventory, it’s best to do it in bright daylight.   2. Inspect Joints Run your fingers along …

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Meet MrOwl – Your Personalized Interests, News and Imagination Engine

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A free new curator that holds all your interests in one place?  Then expands and grows with help from millions of like-minded web-surfers? MrOwl is promising just that with its roll-out of a system for storing and discovering hyper-specialized interest areas.  Collaborative topic branches intend to make MrOwl into the best of forums and visual discovery engines. We took the leap and tried it out this week with a few new @Car_Revs_Daily branches.  We started with the idea of a luxury sedans ranking, but realized the better way to organize might be by car brand. What does all this mean?  …

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Insider: Get the Right Auto Insurance for You

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It can be frustrating shopping for car insurance. Nevertheless, it is the law and a necessary evil. That doesn’t mean you should waste your money on a plan that leaves you vulnerable. Everyone has different needs. Simply going with the most affordable plan may cost you in the long run. It is important to understand the different coverages, so you can be an educated consumer. Requirements Anyone who owns a car that they drive on public roads is required by law to have at least liability insurance. This is one of the costliest types of insurance. This is no surprise. …

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Insider: 7 Luxury Car Brands That Can Be Affordable Through Leasing   

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If you’re ready to visit the car dealership and pick out your brand new car to purchase, you may want to stop yourself and consider leasing. With a vehicle lease, you can potentially pay much less and drive a higher end car. A car with a reputation for luxury may not be in your reach for an outright purchase, but a lease agreement may help you drive home with it today. Here are seven luxury brands that offer affordable options for consumers who lease. 1. BMW One of the top luxury brands that consumers strive for is BMW. This German …

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Insider: Four Benefits of Leasing a Car

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Will you buy, or will you lease? It’s a question many prospective car owners have asked themselves. If you’re in that situation right now, there are plenty of things for you to look at when making your decision. How long do you plan on using the car? Do you value a lower overall cost, or lower monthly costs? Leasing might not be the right option for everyone, but you could be surprised by how many benefits it actually offers. It might even be enough to gain a bit of an edge over more the more traditional option of buying! Lower …

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Insider: What You Should Know About Buying a New Car

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There comes a time in most people’s lives when it is time to buy a new car.  Perhaps you are starting a family, moving to a new place, or your old clunker finally gave out on you.  Whatever the case, there are similar guidelines to follow to make sure you get the car you need.  Here is what you should know before buying a car. Consider Selling Your Old Car Need some extra cash to invest in your new car?  There is no better way than to get rid of your old car.  There are many car buyers on the …

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How Lehman, Obama and Tesla Changed the Car Business – By J.R. Anderson

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    Early in the recession, after President Obama bailed out the auto industry, I noticed the largest shift we have ever seen in the auto industry. The majority of vehicles produced before 2010 featured cheap plastic interiors, faux wood grain, uninspired designs, and confusing electronic equipment systems. In those days, most vehicles had terrible handling and very little effort to better fuel economy. In fact, for a while I questioned whether manufacturers and dealers were in cahoots to make vehicles that would ensure customers return for repairs. Then, a few things happened simultaneously. 2008 we experienced the worst recession …

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Industry Insider: Why The International Automotive After Market Is Gaining In Popularity

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When you consider just who are the biggest auto manufacturers in the world, you rarely stop to think about makers of after market parts. Yet this particular segment of the industry is quickly gaining in both popularity and profitability. Manufacturers of after market parts are posting record profits at a time when custom vehicles are becoming more in demand. This is true not only in North America and Europe, but in Asia and other parts of the world where such a rapid rise in popularity would hardly be suspected. This is one phenomenon that has managed to take nearly the …

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SHOCK RESULTS! Spray Nine Heavy Duty Cleaner VS. Yucky Brown Tires

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  In our previous ‘intro to Spray Nine’ post, we explored a few light duties this cleaner can handle around the house.  Dasani flavorizer staining my countertops?  Wiped off instantly with Spray Nine.  Bug splatter and as a pre-soak/spot treatment right before you head into a spray carwash? Check. Spray Nine Heavy Duty Cleaner breezed through those easy tasks with flying colors. Now, a far more challenging ‘ask’ of Spray Nine! What is it? Muddy tires.  Not just muddy – but with literally years and thousands of miles of deep, deep red clay, dirt and brake-dust gunk lining the giant …

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Industry Insider: 4 Considerations When Buying UTV Parts

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There are many reasons you might be in the market for UTV parts, but unless you’re an experienced mechanic, you’re probably wondering where you should begin. How do you know you’re buying the right parts for the right prices? How can you be sure you’re investing in something that will last? Here are just a few things to consider as you shop for UTV parts. 1. Price First things first: How much can you afford to spend on your vehicle? Keep in mind that the listed price of the part isn’t always the final price that you’ll pay. You might …

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Want to Become a Commercial Truck Driver? Learn How Here

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So, you are thinking about becoming a truck driver? Maybe you know some people who drive trucks and like the way they live their lives. Maybe you think the idea of seeing the country while being paid a good wage is a great idea. Whatever your motivation, there are steps you have to take to become a truck driver. Hot shot carriers are not born, they are made. The first step to becoming a truck driver is to be trained. Yes, there is such a thing as truck driving school. In school you will learn how to drive a truck. …

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ItalDesign GIUGIARO Parcour – DIY Design Contest Entry Materials + 100 Renderings

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ItalDesign is taking new looks for its Parcour super-truck this month — with the winner scoring VIP passes to a giant gala in Valentino Park. The examples they’ve provided are pretty cool, but will take work to revamp stylishly.  A plan view from all sides, plus six PDFs of letters.  These outline what GIUGIARO does best. The DIY Design Contest goal is a new Livery, not just color and look.  So that likely includes some kind of wrap or graphics. But we’ve stuck to more of a colorblock type of fashion for most of the 110 renderings below.  Custom wheel …

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1894 SILSBY Horse-Drawn Steam Fire Engine – RM Auctions Amelia Island 2016 Highlights

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Motorized, steam fire engines were some of the highest-tech wagons on the roads between 1850 and the dawn of the motorcar 50 years later. The need for mechanized, high-volume water pumps to extinguish urban and industrial accidents was what drove such huge innovation at the time.  These high-tech water wagons didn’t know at the time that their steam-engine solutions would spur internal combustion.   For this machine, the steam boiler drove a turbine, which then drove a water pump. Hoses attached to the input would pull water through the system and out the main fire-fighting nozzles and ladders at high pressure and volume. …

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2017 Lexus LC500 COLORS Visualizer + Black Chrome Looks [150 Shades]

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This post goes out to the bastards at Comcast Xfinity! Why? It was the ongoing eight-hour LAN outage today that spurred a moment of creativity in photoshop.  With whom? Our new favorite subject: the 2017 Lexus LC500! After many hours and nearly 150 shades of future super-Lexus… we are thrilled by the idea of a possible BMW collaboration under these delicious panels. The cabio also seems only a snip and slice away!  The floating roof and minimal pillars all around the back glass of the LC500 make clear this machine was designed.  HARD! The tumblehome — or that area between …

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Tokyo Auto Show 2015 – Mega Gallery in 230 New Photos

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Some sweet strange at the 2015 Tokyo Auto Show! Fave reveals include the NC2020 in red, plus the Yamaha Sports Ride concept — which is a mini Pagani for all intents and purposes. Of course, the Mazda RX-Vision is also a fantastic indication of future turbo rotaries returning to the Japanese supercar battle of 2018.  Picture it: GT-R vs Supra FT-1 vs NSX vs RX-7 Turbo! On the other side of the power spectrum, the Honda S660 and Daihatsu Copen have potential fresh competition beyond the Yamaha above in a mini Toyota sportscar: the S-FR Concept.  Or the mysterious Kode-9 …

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Industry Insider: Auto Body Parts Suppliers

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  The automotive industry is huge. Accordingly, there are a great number of suppliers for every aspect of modern automobiles, from the most crucial engine parts to the most superficial body parts. However, not all auto body parts suppliers are created equally. It isn’t a matter of finding which supplier is the best, but rather which is the best for your individual needs. Different parts suppliers have different specialties, and these are what you need to look for. The first thing to consider in a parts supplier’s list of specialties is the materials they use. For instance, some auto parts …

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