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Used Car of the Day: 2018 Porsche Macan GTS

The Truth About Cars

Today we bring you a certified pre-owned Porsche Macan GTS. A timing-cover oil leak was fixed last year. Modifications include the exhaust, carbon-fiber airboxes, and the air filter. The ask for this Porsche , which is in the northern suburbs of Chicago (respect for the Bears license plate), is $37,900.

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Used Car of the Day: 2006 Porsche Cayman S

The Truth About Cars

So, too, is today's pick -- a 2006 Porsche Cayman S. The seller is the second owner and says the oil has been changed every 2K miles and there are no cosmetic concerns beyond minor paint chips. There are some mods -- 19-inch HRE wheels, a short shifter, a modified intake and exhaust tip, and a pedal set are among them.

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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Porsche has introduced the 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car, the first of six or more plug-in hybrids coming from the Volkswagen Group. Porsche had unveiled the concept version of the 918 Spyder Plug-in Hybrid at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010. The 918 Spyder. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.). Hybrid modules.

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New 450hp Small Block V8 for 2014 Corvette features direct injection, cylinder deactivation, continuously variable valve timing

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This is complemented by a reversal of the intake and exhaust valve positions, as compared to the previous engine design. All-aluminum block and oil pan. A structural aluminum oil pan further stiffens the powertrain. Advanced oiling system, with available dry-sump system.

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Michelin doesn’t want you to buy as many EV tires

Baua Electric

It’s made with recycled steel, recycled carbon black from end-of-life tires, with silica from pulverized rice husks, as well as some natural resins and oils—including from orange peel for higher efficiency. Even the lighter oil can be used to create resins used in the tires. million tons of tire-wear particles are emitted annually.

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VM Motori Awards CGI Block and Bedplate Contracts for New 3.0L Diesel to Tupy

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Each cylinder has a central direct injector with cooled EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) as an integral part of the cylinder heads. The vacuum pump is incorporated into one of the camshafts for greater efficiency and the oil pump is a rotary vane type. Each valve is driven by finger followers.

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Tesla To Offer Auto Leases

Revenge of the Electric Car

‘Starting Wednesday, the 2010 Roadster, which competes against exotic sport cars like the Porsche 911, will be available on a three-year, 30,000-mile lease based on the manufacturer’s price of $111,005, Tesla said. cars like the Porsche 911, will be available on a three-year, 30,000-mile. miles driven a month. seconds.

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