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Exploring the Appeal of JDM Cars

Clean Fleet Report

Some JDM cars, like the Honda Civic Type R, make it stateside The Journey of JDM Culture Originating in Motorsport Magic The allure of JDM cars traces its roots back to Japan’s vibrant motorsport scene. Personalized Expression Enthusiasts revel in the endless customization options available for JDM cars.

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Daimler joining MIT CSAIL Alliance Program for AI work; cognitive vehicles

Green Car Congress

For example, cognitive vehicles could autonomously analyze the current traffic situation for all forms of transport and draw up an individual mobility plan that suits the customer’s personal daily routine and mood. Unlike smartphones and wearables, the car would surround the person and become a surrounding for a digital experience.

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Feature: The 3 Types of Mechanics

Clean Fleet Report

An auto mechanic is a person who specializes in the field of auto mechanics. Motorcycle mechanics work on motorcycles, repair and maintain motorcycles, doing oil changes, changing fluids, replacing parts and minor maintenance. The types of motorcycles that they service include Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki and Yamaha motorcycles.

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Driving Dystopia: Judge Dismisses Automotive Privacy Lawsuit

The Truth About Cars

The plaintiffs represent a series of class actions suits asserting that vehicles sold by Ford, Honda, General Motors, Toyota, and Volkswagen have “recorded and intercepted [owners’] private text messages and call logs.” The plaintiffs in the four other cases had appealed a prior judge’s dismissal.

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Can-Am Spyder First Drive: Embracing The Third Wheel

The Truth About Cars

In that respect, Can-Am’s biggest competition is probably coming from Harley-Davidson’s luxury tourers and the Honda Gold Wing. While my personal tastes continue to skew toward bikes with ridiculous power-to-weight ratios, I’d happily take the Can-Am Spyder over any heavyweight touring bike or cruiser on a decidedly long journey.

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Tips: 3 Ways to Boost Your Vehicle’s MPG

Clean Fleet Report

So you’re the proud new owner of a Honda Civic EX Sedan (42 mpg highway; 32 mpg city). Plan for plenty of time on the road to account for traffic congestion and delays Relax your grip on the wheel, tune into relaxing music Don’t take traffic or aggressive drivers personally Avoid engagement with a bad driver. #2 Not so fast.

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Enthusiasm electric!

Electric Auto Association

Many of the chapter members are very involved in teaching and certifying service and maintenance technicians for light electric vehicles. Many of the chapter members are very involved in teaching and certifying service and maintenance technicians for light electric vehicles.