Not to be confused with the Honda CR-V, the CR-Z is part of Honda’s hybrid class and features a 6-speed manual, which seems to be a breeze to work with. However, some of the pitfalls with this vehicle start off in the power department as the CR-Z still features the same 4-cylinder, 1.5-liter engine featured in the Fit. Some of the other features can be seen below:
Features:

122 horsepower at 6,000 rpm
128 lbs-ft of torque at 1,000-1750 rpm with manual transmission
Engine redlines at 6,300 rpm.
0 to 60 mph in 9 seconds
38 mpg while driving normally

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Motorcycles might offer riders the “thrill of the open road” but unfortunately what they do not offer is much protection in the event of an accident. In Victoria, Australia, a recent rash of motorcycle fatalities, 8 in 11 days to be exact, has caused members of the government to start looking at safety requirements on Victorian roads.
At least one Victorian emergency room doctor has voiced an opinion to require protective gear for motorcyclists but this view has been rejected by Deputy Commissioner Ken Lay. Mr. Lay also ruled out the possibility of increased penalties for unsafe riders. Read the Rest…

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In this next video, Cars.com breaks down the 2010 Nissan 370Z as it compares to other similar models such as the Ford Mustang and the Chevrolet Camaro.
Features:

Driver oriented cockpit
Manual Transmission- easy to use; locked in (not loose)
Gauges move with the steering wheel; however, it doesn’t telescope
View to the back is not that great
Hatchback offers some versatility
Starting at just over $30k
3.7 Liter DOHC, 24-valve V6 aluminum-alloy engine

For the street, Cars.com recommends the Mustang over the Nissan 370Z due to  a more useable back seat as well as better trunk space. However, for overall handling and look as well as fee, the Read the Rest…

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Did that get your attention? Well if Transportation Secretary, Ray LaHood, gets his way -this just might be the future.
In statements made last month, LaHood said (in no uncertain terms) that he did not like drivers engaged at all in cell phone use-not only texting but calling as well. If you are thinking that you use a Bluetooth device and are therefore safe, think again. LaHood said that more research was going to be needed to decide whether hands-free devices like Bluetooth should be banned as well.
While research does show that distracted drivers have accounted for thousands Read the Rest…

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In the following video, Cars.com’s Mike Hanley brings us in for a closer look at the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL. This car is currently being compared to the Honda Civic as well as the Mazda3 and Ford Focus. Take a look at some of the features below.
Features:

Starting around $15k, $23k
More backseat room
3.5 inches longer
More creased, angular look, emphasizing the vehicle’s width
Fixed height armrest
Overall finish isn’t as high as it used to be
Longer wheel base
15.5 cubic foot trunk
170 horsepower
Automatic shifting has some throttle lag
23/33 mpg for city versus highway

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When you purchase a vehicle and own it, auto insurance is not only required; it’s the law. However, while most of us have auto insurance policies on our vehicles, few understand the basics behind their policies
The following are a few things to consider when trying to understand your auto insurance policy.

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