All Civic trims, except the SI use a 1.8 Liter 4 Cylinder engine with 140 horse power. The Honda SI model has a 2.0 Liter 4 cylinder engine which outputs 197 HP. The 2010 Civic gets 25mpg in the city and 36mpg on the freeway which is extremely good and qualifies as an ultra-low emission vehicle. This is a durable vehicle that will save you a lot of money at the gas pump in the long run. The Civic also features an advanced suspension and steering system plus the brakes are strong and powerful.
The cabin of the Civic was designed for practically and comfort and seats 5 people easily. The EX-L model offers cabin appointed in rich leather and seats which can be heated and cooled. The LX-S includes a slick leather wrapped steering wheel and eye-catching silver details in the black upholstery. The SI model includes slick extras such as eye catching seventeen inch alloy wheels, a spoiler and some plush upgrades interior wise.
The 2010 model has performed outstanding federal crash tests and has earned a grand total of 5 stars for driver and passenger safety in a front end accident as well as for rear passenger safety in a side collision. Plenty of safety features are in place such as dual-stage front airbags, anti lock brakes and the Electronic Brake Distribution system helps to apply the correct braking pressure in order to prevent accidents.
The 2010 Civic can be dressed up with lots of cool extras such as an innovative satellite navigation system with voice recognition, satellite radio plus it is compatible with Bluetooth system. Cruise down the boulevard in style listening to all your favorite songs because the Civic also has a USB audio interface that is compatible with most of the popular mp3 players on the market.
No matter which model you choose, you can be sure that with the Civic you are getting a car that is fuel efficient, economical, stylish but most importantly durable and practical. Civics are known for being more durable and reliable than other compact vehicles in its class. This is the perfect car for someone who is looking for a vehicle that is relatively low priced and still offers a sporty ride and good looks. The starting price of the 2010 Civic is around $15k and may fluctuate according to the trim and options chosen. With a Civic, you know that you are getting a car that will stand the test of time!
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]]>It is fascinating to see how the color, brand and type of auto can form an impression of you on others.
The size and type of vehicle that one drive reveals numerous facets about someone’s personality and disposition. Driving a SUV can reflect a desire of the owner to be trendy and fashion forward, as SUV’s seem to be the rage nowadays. Individuals who drive fuel efficient cars can be perceived as having a strong concern for the environment or possibly being frugal in regards to the price of gas. Drivers of medium sized sedans tend to be thought of as practical and concerned about utility and safety. Hybrid cars are generally associated with people who have strong proclivity towards protecting the environment and the earth’s resources while mini vans tend to be typically associated with large families.
A vehicle’s color can also reveal a significant amount about the driver’s personality and moods. A red car may indicate that the driver is a passionate, energetic and perhaps a little wild. Keep in mind that red cars are more noticeable and tend to receive more traffic tickets than any other colored car. Black cars symbolize authority, power and elegance and send the message that one is confident and self-assured. Drivers of white cars are perceived as safe, practical and serious-minded. Drivers of blue cars tend to be perceived as loyal, calm and wanting to blend in with the crowd rather than stand out and make a statement. Yellow cars and their drivers are seen as fun, confident and young at heart.
The brand of car that one drives also makes a statement about the driver. These ideas may be completely false, however, they are simply related to the brand of the auto maker which is then simply transferred to the consumer. For example, drivers of Mercedes Benz vehicles tend to be perceived as successful, powerful and of high status whereas Honda drivers are thought of more as practical and concerned with safety and function. Jeep drivers are thought of as spontaneous adventure seekers who enjoy a lot of outdoor adventures.
It is important to keep in mind that these stereotypes are by no means fact and they may be {completely untrue|totally inaccurate|completely false|entirely incorrect{}. Even though we may not like it|Although we may not agree with it|Although we may not like it}, we are frequently judged by others on our superficial exterior and that includes the auto that we drive. It might be helpful to keep these tidbits in mind the next time you decide to buy a new vehicle.
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Back in 1968 Hurst was making shifter that every muscle car owner was drooling after. They were on top of the world with their pistol grip shifters. Well that year a program was launched called Hurst Performance Vehicles, but when muscle cars died out so too did this run of special edition cars. Amazingly the muscle car wars have come full-circle and Dodge is back to their old tricks. Hurst Performance Vehicles is back with special edition cars like the Hemi Challenger Series.
Jumping into the real meat of these cars; the Series 4 and Series 5 sport a Hurst Supercharger which is essentially a Vortech unit. The spent exhaust exits through a Magnaflow stainless steel cat-back exhaust and a K&N intake feeds fresh air into the supercharger. These 2 power upgrades combine for over 570 horsepower and 525 lb-ft of torque. This represents a 150 bump in HP and 100 bump in torque over the stock Hemi powered 2010 Dodge SRT8.
Moving to the exterior the car rocks sweet 20 inch forged rims with painted inserts. These rims are wrapped in super sticky BF Goodrich KDW tires. Out back a Hurst Airspeed spoiler adds to the appeal of the car. Any self respecting modified car has to be lowered and the 2010 Hurst Hemi Challenger Series 4 rocks a full Eibach adjustable coil-over suspension with sway bars. There are also 2 limited edition colors to choose from; black with gold racing stripes and silver with black and red racing stripes. Special badges and graphics round out the exterior mods.
On the inside you get a limited Hurst Hard-Drive pistol shifter that comes anodized red. Katzkin has created black leather interior with cool red stitching and Hurst logos. There are special floor mats and dash badges that have the limited number info on them.
The cost of the Series 4 upgrade that includes all mentioned above and more comes in at $29,000 and that’s after you buy a new Dodge Challenger! But you can 
bet that these cars will one day be collector’s items.
Read more at the Hurst Website
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Part racecar, part sedan, part cargo cruiser, that’s the new 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback. The Sportback design adds a new twist to Mitsubishi’s popular Lancer model. Now this fun-to-drive compact sedan has the added flexibility of a hatchback and up to 52.7 cubic feet of cargo space. The ability to transport just about anything no matter how bulky or awkward in size makes the Sportback a practical solution for many drivers.
However, there are plenty of other practical reasons to consider the Sportback. In government run crash tests the Sportback received a five star-driver and four star-passenger safety rating. This, in part, to front seat side airbags, driver knee airbag, extended head curtain airbags, antilock brakes and stability control. The Lancer Sportback also helps save money at the gas pump with an estimated 20 to 23 mpg highway.
Even though it’s a hatchback this clever vehicle is far from dull. The Lancer Sportback is available in two high-end trim levels, the GTS and Ralliart AWD styles. The GTS models come equipped with either a 5-speed manual or CVT transmission and draw power from a 168hp, 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine. Similar to racing models, the Ralliart turbocharged 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine cranks out 237hp and has an automated dual-clutch manual transmission with shift paddles. Both the GTS and Ralliart styles are loaded with special features including; sport-tuned suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels, antilock brakes, lower body skirting. leather-wrapped, tilt-only steering wheel, chrome exhaust outlet, keyless entry, sport bucket front seats, 60/40-split rear seat with center armrest, a six speaker CD/MP3 sound system and Bluetooth connection.
Specialty trim packages are available for both styles. The GTS can be upgraded to the Sun and Sound 
package adding a sunroof, nine speaker Rockford Fosgate sound system with in-dash six CD changer and satellite radio as well as an optional navigation system with 30GB of hard drive music storage. Upgrading the Ralliart to the Recaro Sport package will include sports seats emblazoned with the Mitsubishi logo and the full Rockford Fosgate sound system.
With a base price around $19,000, the new 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback is sure to gain wide appeal. Whether you are a racing enthusiast who wants to feel the exhilaration of a turbocharged engine, or a yard sale hound that needs to transport your treasures the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback could be the car for you.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year again. No, not Christmas….the SEMA show that happens once a year. This is where the big names of the aftermarket tuning world get together to showcase their finest. And no name is more synonymous with Mustang tuning than Saleen.
This year Saleen introduced their version of the 2010 Ford Mustang at the glorious SEMA Show. Dubbed the S281 due to the engine’s 281 cubic inch displacement, this Mustang sports a Supercharged V-8 engine that pushes out a pavement pounding 485 horsepower. This is a nice 150HP bump over the stock Mustang GT.
A couple of other cool features of the Saleen S281 are a Saleen Racecraft Coilover suspension, larger brakes, some huge rims, and a body kit. A cool power dome hood delivers fresh air to the supercharger; the front gets a more aggressive look in the form of a revised grille and aggressive fascia.
The S281 does not over look the interior to complete the driving experience. With leather and suede seats accented with a clean simple stitching that is carried throughout the car. The race inspired instrument panel is sporty yet luxurious, enhancing the driving experience.
Saleen continues to produce probably the most popular tuned Mustang on the market. Their winning recipe for success includes big supercharged horsepower and some ingenious body pieces.
Photos: http://www.seriouswheels.com/cars/2010/top-2010-Saleen-Ford-Mustang-S281.htm
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2011 Nissan Leaf
We’d all like to reduce or eliminate our reliance on gasoline for a variety of reasons. In spite of great strides in emissions reductions, gasoline engines are still a major factor in air pollution. America’s appetite for oil from distant countries plays a large role in our economic and foreign relations policies. Switching to a form of energy that could be created in the United States could only improve the situation. These are laudable goals, and it’s good to see Americans thinking of long-term goals that will be good for the country as a whole. Many people are even willing to pay a little more than necessary to help achieve these goals, but there is a limit. Alternative forms of energy won’t really gather long-lasting momentum until they become cost effective for the majority of consumers.
We’ve seen the number of hybrids on the road increase, partially due to government incentives and spikes in gasoline prices. But the price of hybrids remains stubbornly higher than the price of comparable gasoline-only cars. For example the new 2010 Honda Civic Hybrid starts at $23,800, while the regular Honda Civic sedan starts at $15,655. The majority of consumers are only going to spend the extra $8,000 if they think they can recoup that cost. Is the better gas mileage going to help you save $8,000 over the life of your car?
The regular Civic gets about 29 mpg, which is pretty good. Compare that to 42 mpg for the Civic Hybrid. Using an average of 15,000 miles per year and a price of $3 per gallon, we see that the owner of a regular Honda Civic would pay about $1,551 in a year, compared to $1071 for the owner of the hybrid. That’s a savings of only $480 a year. It would take more than 16 years to break even. Most people don’t keep their cars nearly that long.
The culprit is the price of the batteries. Like most other car manufacturers, Honda uses a nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) battery in its hybrids. Price is not the only drawback to these batteries. They tend to lose capacity over time if they are not fully depleted before being recharged. As their capacity decreases, so does your gas mileage.
There’s a newer type of battery called the lithium-ion battery. It’s being used to power all-electric vehicles like the Nissan Leaf and the Chevy Volt. They have a longer range and they hold a charge better than NiMH batteries. Unfortunately they also cost more. A price tag of about $10,000 makes it expensive to go green. The other cost that no one seems to mention in regards to all-electric vehicles is the cost of the electricity itself. Unlike hybrids, where the engine recharges the battery when you drive, batteries on all-electric cars are recharged by plugging in to an electrical outlet in your garage. The power company is going to charge you for the electricity.
Rechargeable car batteries are relatively new. As consumer interest in cleaner cars with low operational costs increases, so will research and development of these batteries. Until they get significantly less expensive, hybrid and electric vehicles will not be economically viable choices.
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The Infiniti FX line of Crossovers is already one of the best equipped cars in its class but the Infiniti brand is going even further to satisfy customer demands by creating an even more exclusive version of the line. The production will be a limited one of the FX37s and the FX50s and it will be simply called, the FX Limited Edition.
To keep the limited edition status, all of the cars will be individually numbered. On the exterior, the Infiniti FX limited editions will feature Black Obsidian color as a standard with an option of Scratch 
resistant metallic Pearl White. The color only accentuates the dark headlight surrounds, which is supposed to give the cars a more distinctive front. The exterior is finished off with 21-inch Turbine designed alloy wheels in dark graphite grey along with a double wave radiator grille, side air vents, and roof rails which are all similarly coordinated.
The interior of the FX limited Editions is a whole different story that accentuates unique enhancements. There are illuminated Infiniti badged entry guards as soon as you open the door and coordinated leather upholstered seats, upper door panels and dashboard that has contrasting stitching, and an Alcantara® headlining. Instead of the standard cello flame maple mood veneer, the dashboard, center console and door panels get carbon fiber. To finish the interior, a fully integrated navigation, communication, entertainment system with Bose® Speakers, the Michelin Guide, full iPod capabilities, and a 10GB music box with Gracenotes database is all part of Infiniti’s Connectiviti+ technology package.
Other standard equipment includes electronic adjustable heated and ventilated front seats, a sunroof, keyless entry and start system, and magnesium paddle shifts that work in conjunction with the seven-speed automatic gearbox. As far as under the hood, the cars have surprising performance with a 390 HP V-8 propelled engine that goes 0 62 miles per hour in 5.8 seconds and the V-6 only one second behind. Traction control is assured by al wheel drive. The New Infiniti FX Limited Editions can be reserved at the Infiniti Center. Pricing goes from $87,639.76 to $97,333.53.
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The Britt’s call them Landys, but in the US we call them by their God-Given name, Land Rovers. As the name suggests, these super duty, all terrain vehicles come from a long lineage of rugged explorers that could trek through mud, cross flooded paths and even climb mountains with ease. It’s a little heartbreaking that the Land Rovers cruising the American terrain today are reserved only for expeditions to covered parking lots, soccer games and jaunts to the grocery store. Even their look has changed, once comprised of iron, grit and a collection of smashed bugs in the grill, the modern day versions have evolved into sleek and highly manicured purebreds. However there is still something ruggedly handsome about the Land Rover. Perhaps it’s large front bumper that rests below the double bar grill with the signature honeycomb design. Or the distinctive perforated side vents and wide wheel base that add to the Land Rover’s athletic appearance.
By today’s standards the Land Rover LR4 is the new classic. With a base price of $48,100 it stands in the middle of the road between its higher priced 
Range Rover cousins and the more compact and cost efficient LR2 models. The LR4 is powered by a 5.0-liter LR-V8 engine that delivers 375 hp and 375 ft-lb torque. Four-corner, cross-linked electronic air suspension provides a car like ride and superior control. The vehicle height can be raised, via touch screen controls, by 2.15 inches to climb over obstacles or lowered by 2 inches for easy loading and access. An Adaptive Shift Strategy transmission automatically adapts to driving styles and surface conditions without driver assistance. A Terrain Response feature can be activated with the turn of a dial and simultaneously adjusts the engine, transmission, suspension and traction to adapt for icy roads or in snowy conditions. At night, the Adaptive Front Lighting anticipates curves and directs light beams accordingly.
The luxurious LR4 interior is a far cry from rugged. Windsor leather, wood veneer finishes and fine detail work grace the cabin while vast spans of window space allow for panoramic views. hen the view is less than dynamic, plenty of entertainment options are available in the new 2010 Land Rover LR4. Theater-style audio quality from HD Radio interfaces with USB, MP3 players and iPods for a customized soundtrack. Remote audio controls as well as telephone controls reside 
on the heated steering wheel for added convenience and comfort. Rear seat passengers can pass the time by watching DVDs or playing portable video games while listening to sound through individual headphones. Driver and passengers alike can adjust the dual climate controls and set temperatures to their liking. One of the most popular assets of the Land Rover LR4 is the abundant room. The collapsible third row allows seating for 7 adults comfortably.
Yes, the Land Rover LR4 is one of the most imressive vehicles on the market today. When good looks, power, smart technology and luxurious get together the result is simply marvelous. Learn more about the Land Rover LR4 or see the entire Land Rover lineup at San Francisco Land Rover Dealer.
Toyota has recently launched the largest recall in its history with over 4 million Toyota and Lexus models identified with potential safety issues. Last fall the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration received a flurry of reports that driver’s side floor mats were dislodging and causing the accelerator pedal to get stuck. The problem received national attention when a highway patrol officer and his family were killed. The officer’s Lexus crashed after traveling over 120mph as a result of a stuck gas pedal. Apparently the vehicle could not be stopped by the brakes alone. Toyota responded by issuing a safety alert recommending that Toyota and Lexus owners remove the driver’s side floor mats and not replace them until Toyota could investigate the matter further. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration also issued an alert in which they strongly urged owners of these vehicles to remove mats or other obstacles that could lead to unintended acceleration. The models with potential safety issues are:
• 2007 – 2010 Toyota Camry
• 2005 – 2010 Toyota Avalon
• 2004 – 2009 Toyota Prius
• 2005 – 2010 Toyota Tacoma
• 2007 – 2010 Toyota Tundra
• 2007 – 2010 Lexus ES350
• 2006 – 2010 Lexus IS250 and IS350
Toyota and Lexus service technicians have undergone training and are now equipped to make the necessary modifications to these models. Although it would seem to be an easy fix; just replace the defective floor mats with a more efficient design, Toyota wants to ensure the safety of their vehicles. Therefore, technicians will actually be reshaping the accelerator pedal and in some models will also install a brake override system. Beginning in April 2010 there will be accelerator pedal replacement part available for those customers that would like to have it installed. Toyota has begun issuing recall letters instructing owners to bring their vehicles in for repair and anticipates a deluge in their service departments. To help combat the inconvenience many Toyota Dealerships are offering rental cars to customers affected by the recall.
The official Toyota website offers more information about the Toyota/Lexus recall including overall safety of both Toyota and Lexus vehicles. For further information Toyota customers can contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331 or Lexus Customer Assistance at 1-800-255-3987.
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The Mustang GT has had a 5.0 liter engine in its bay for almost 30 years. It was only in 1996 that Ford went with the 4.6L engine. Well now the 2011 Mustang GT will get an increase in displacement to meet the 5.0 liters of days gone by. Since the Mustang was redesigned in 2010, not much has changed on the outside; but a lot has changed under the hood.
In order to deal with the Chevy Camaro and its 426 horsepower, Ford need to add some more muscle for the 2011 model year. So a bump in displacement and a reworked engine will net 416 horsepower; enough to contend with the Camaro SS 426HP and the Challenger SRT8 425HP. The Mustang already is the best handling car of the bunch, and with the added horsepower, the GT should establish itself once again at the top of the muscle car heap.
Chevrolet struck a heart string with buyers when the 2010 Camaro came stock with a V-6 engine
that produced 300 hp while getting 30 MPG on the highway. Ford has decided to follow suit and will introduce a 3.7 liter, V-6 engine in the stock Mustang that will generate 305 Hp, which is more than the Camaro V-6. Fuel Economy numbers for this engine is right at the 30 MPG mark on the highway.