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Everything but the...
When asked what options they wish they could get on their next car, British respondents skipped right past satellite navigation systems, air conditioning, and radios with six-disc in-dash CD players. These drivers wanted all of the comforts of home…and then some! (View More)


Real Gridiron Action
Mitsubishi just ended its second season as the automotive sponsor of the Arena Football League, where its vehicles are prominently displayed throughout the game and at the venue for each game. Arena Bowl XXII saw the Philadelphia Soul beat the defending champs the San Jose Saber Cats 59-56 in what was described as a "wild game." (View More)


Those Crazy Brits...
If you happen to be anywhere near Rolls Royce's Goodwood factory between August 4 and 16, you might want to stop in to see a rather unique performance of Toad of Toad Hall by the Chichester Festival Youth Theatre. (View More)


False Savings
Britain’s Institute of Advanced Motorists recently sent out a press release stating that drivers can save approximately £2 of fuel per week simply by backing their vehicle into its parking spot. The IAM claims it takes an average five year-old car 90 seconds to warm up, something that can be done most efficiently by driving it. (View More)


Your Mileage May Vary
No matter how trick the technology, some things never change. Take, for example, Honda’s new FCX fuel cell vehicle. The first two "customer" editions have been leased to Ron Yerxa and Annette Ballester, both of California. They are the first of 200 people who will be able to lease the hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle. (View More)



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