August of 1916 was our first issue to cover a hybrid gasoline-electric automobile. The car combines the “utility of both a gasoline and an electric automobile”. In lieu of pedals, a lever was used to control the throttle. The result was a dual-passenger car that was, even in 1916, marketed for its fuel-efficiency.
As the mechanic ran a diagnostic check, he was surprised to find a cheeseburger and pickle at the bottom of the gas tank. Removing the offending burger and condiments and repairing the damage would run about $1,000, he told the woman, which prompted her to file a police report with the Rock Hill, South Carolina constabulary.
On the left is a Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce, worth £350,000. In front of it is a bespoke specification Koenigsegg CCXR, one of only six in the world and worth a staggering £1.2million.
Whether you’re in the market for anything from a sport-utility to a sports car, certain vehicles stand out when it comes to value for the money. A funny thing happens when gas prices creep upward and the economy slows down; people start paying closer attention to what they’re in for once they drive off the dealership lot.
One of the lessons to be learned in a down economy is this: when it comes to selling a used car, it’s buyer’s market. Prices have fallen lower than Lindsay Lohan’s moral standards, and it doesn’t look like we’ll be hitting rock bottom any time soon. If you try to trade a car in to a dealer, the results are likely to be even worse. Trying to negotiate with a car dealer on a trade in is like trying to negotiate over a pork chop with a pit bull: at the very least, it’s bound to be unpleasant.
For years the most dominant SUV in North America, the Ford Explorer long rode on its rugged reputation. Yet by the early 21st century, buyers began to shy away from the body-on-frame Explorer for crossovers, including Ford’s own Edge. Many expected Ford to give up on the Explorer; but just as Jeep recreated its Grand Cherokee to be better than ever, Ford is optimistic that its 2011 Explorer will recreate the brand.
Cars in general have become more reliable over the years — and yet, there are always some models that outlast their peers. Pinpointing exactly how many miles, on average, a given model racked up collectively or individually is virtually impossible, but we’ve identified 10 cars we see as having exceptional — sometimes surprising — endurance and value. We bet you saw one of these still cruising the highway recently.
Get ready for some raucous Audi awesomeness, America. The Audi RS5 Coupe has just been confirmed for your driving pleasure. The only bad news: it won’t get here until 2012. In the meantime, you can put your spare cash to use with the just-priced $161,000 R8 Spyder 5.2 quattro.
Cadillac Escalade A Beacon For Thieves, Says Insurance Data
If you plan to purchase a Cadillac Escalade, Ford F-250 Crew Cab, Infiniti G37, or Dodge Charger Hemi, you might want to check in with your insurance agent first.
Why? Because these vehicles have the highest theft rates (from inside, or of the vehicle itself) of any models one to three years old.
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