Soon: New Cars

h2007 Audi TT
On Sale: Spring 2007
Expected Pricing: $35,000



2007 Ford Edge
On Sale: Fall 2006
Expected Pricing: $22,000-$28,000


2007 Ford Shelby GT500
On Sale: Summer 2006
Expected Pricing: $42,000-$46,000


2007 Jeep Wrangler
On Sale: Fall 2006
Expected Pricing: $18,000 - $28,000


2007 Jeep Compass
On Sale: Fall 2006
Expected Pricing: $16,000-$19,000


2007 Jeep Patriot
On Sale: Late fall 2006
Expected Pricing: $19,000-$23,000


2007 Nissan Versa
On Sale: Summer 2006
Expected Pricing: $12,000-$15,000


2007 Saturn Sky
On Sale: Early 2006
Expected Pricing: Starting below $25,000


2007 Toyota Tundra
On Sale: January 2007
Expected Pricing: $17,000 to $37,000


2008 Dodge Challenger
On Sale: Early 2008?
Expected Pricing: $25,000-$35,000


2009 Chevrolet Camaro
On Sale: Winter 2008/2009
Expected Pricing: Comparable to Ford Mustang

Meet The Nissan Armada

Let us take a look at the Nissan Armada.

Before, this vehicle was known and called as the Pathfinder Armada. Since its production, this vehicle has been crafted and manufactured as a full size sport utility vehicle (SUV). It has been built on the F-Alpha platform of Nissan, thus making it a relative of the Infiniti QX56, Nissan Titan, Nissan Frontier, Nissan Xterra, and Nissan Pathfinder.

What gives the Armada power?
What we are talking about here is a 5.6 liter VK56DE V8 engine that produces 305 units of horsepower. Along with it, the engine works well with a five speed automatic transmission system that gives it a further boost in performance and handling. Owners of Nissan Armadas have been given the chance of choosing between either a rear wheel drive system or a four wheel drive system.

The Nissan Armada has been in production since 2004. It has been crafted and sold in one body style only which is the SUV that holds four doors.

In the automobile market, this vehicle has been known as a competitor for the Ford Expedition, the Chevrolet Tahoe, the Toyota Sequioa, and the Chevrolet Suburban.

Don’t Steal A Car When Drunk

A Polish woman was arrested. She was driving drunk. She was driving a stolen car. She also driving on the wrong side of the road. And yes, she was driving without a license.

Helmuth Klinger, the police spokesperson, had some reactions, “I don’t think I’ve ever encountered such an accumulation of traffic offenses. The normal combination would be to drink and then drive against the traffic, but people who steal a car tend to be a bit more discreet as rule.”

Can’t Pay For Gas? Leave Your Friend.

That’s what a 20-year-old woman in Germany did. She left her friend to serve as deposit at a gas station. She did not have enough cash to pay for the fuel when she refueled her vehicle in Germany’s southern town of Muenchberg.

According to the police’s spokesperson, “She didn’t have enough money to pay the bill, so her friend stayed behind as a human deposit while she went to withdraw cash. Unfortunately, the woman did not return.”

Too bad for the “deposit”.

Edmunds.com’s Most Wanted Vehicles (2006)

Most Significant Vehicle of The Year:

Pontiac Solstice






Sedans
Under $15,000: Mazda 3
Under $25,000: Dodge Charger
Under $35,000: BMW 3 Series
Under $45,000: BMW 5 Series
Over $45,000: Audi A8





Wagons
Under $15,000: Scion xB
Under $25,000: Dodge Magnum
Under $35,000: Audi A4 Avant
Over $35,000: Mercedes Benz E-Class





Coupes
Under $15,000: Honda Civic
Under $25,000: Ford Mustang
Under $35,000: BMW 3 Series
Under $45,000: Chevrolette Corvette
Over $45,000: BMW 6 Series



Convertibles
Under $25,000: Ford Mustang
Under $35,000: BMW Z4
Under $45,000: Lotus Elise
Over $45,000: Mercedes Benz SL-Class




Trucks
Compact Truck: Toyota Tacoma
Large Truck: Nissan Titan





SUVs
Under $25,000: Nissan Xterra
Under $35,000: Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer
Under $45,000: BMW X5
Over $45,000: Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 470



Vans
Minivan: Honda Odyssey








Exotics
Exotics: Bentley GT Coupe and Bentley Flying Spur Sedan






You can find more information about these vehicles and the whole Edmunds.com report from this site.

Cool Down With AC Compressors

If your car’s air conditioning unit seems not to be spewing out the right amount or the right temperature of cool air, then something could be wrong with your AC compressor. What is the AC compressor, you may ask?
* it is a part of the air conditioning unit
* it serves as the heart of the air conditioning whole system
* it serves as a pumping component of the liquid refrigerant (just like the heart pumps blood for our body)

The AC compressor is the most important part of the whole air conditioning sytem of your vehicle. In fact this is damaged, the whole system would not work. The compressor could be easily damaged if we do not take good care of it. Some instances include:
* low coolant levels
* low lubricant levels
* improper use of lubricants

Make Your Car Breathe Okay

You can help out your car perform well by making it breath well. And valve covers could help out. A lot. It acts as a covering or as a protection of the valve train. You see, the valve train actually is a mechanism in your machine that opens or closes a set of valves and it allows the engine to breathe. And while functioning, this valve train actually disperses oil. So to avoid any leaks, the valve cover does that function.

A valve cover in your car should not be tightened too much for it could damage the valve train. On the other hand, it should not be kept loose for there could be leaks. You can adjust your car’s valve covers for it is only fastened to the head .

If there is a damaged valve cover, replace it immediately. So you know, a damaged valve cover rocks when you put it on a flat surface. If it stays firm and flat, then, you can still make use of it.

These covers are made from various material. There are some that come in plastic, or in metal. Others have been made from composite materials. In fact, they can also be customized as per your preference. Some could have logos, flames, or other designs. These designs are engraved on the surface of the valve cover.