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REPAIRING EVS IN NEW ZEALAND

Drive Electric

As more people choose to own Electric Vehicles (EVs) in New Zealand, it’s important for drivers to understand how and where to access reliable, efficient, EV-specific repair and maintenance services. They service all EV types, and offer pre-purchase inspections for EV buyers and regular maintenance services.

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Maserati to Stop V8 Production At the End of This Year

The Truth About Cars

Maserati, whose Ferrari-derived gas V8s sing one of the most intoxicating songs, just did the opposite. The automaker’s small catalog has always been good at stirring emotion, though many owners’ emotions likely skew toward frustration with reliability and maintenance costs.

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Insane Collection of White Porsches Sells for $30 Million

The Truth About Cars

For example, British television presenter and former Top Gear host Chris Evans once owned an impressive collection of white Ferraris. The all-white collection of Porsche vehicles would be slightly less interesting than Evans’ handful of classic Ferraris were it not 56 cars deep. From the sound of things, the cars never saw much use.

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Fiat 875cc TwinAir named International Engine of the Year 2011

Green Car Congress

The TwinAir is equipped a number of features usually found in higher engine classes, such as the electrohydraulic control of the Multiair inlet valves and an innovative timing chain that cuts engine running costs because it does not need any maintenance. TwinAir weighs 85kg; emits 95g/km of CO 2 and delivers fuel consumption of around 4.34

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Sell Like Royalty: 4 Essential Tips for Maximizing Your High-End Car’s Value

Clean Fleet Report

Should you turn to professionals when looking to sell Ferrari models you own or should you target individual buyers? If you are unsure about what maintenance is required for your specific car model, consult with a certified mechanic or refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines. What are they looking for in a vehicle?

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ORNL study quantifies fuel economy costs of common driver practices and vehicle alterations

Green Car Congress

There is fuel economy information and advice available for vehicle maintenance and carrying loads that is quite good, but very little published data to back it up. Certainly, suitcases strapped to your car’s roof and trying to keep up with a speeding Ferrari will adversely affect your gas mileage.

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Why Tesla Model Y tax credit inclusion is good for some and bad for others

Teslarati

However, the cuts meant Tesla would have to eat some of its margins, which were incredibly high, trailing only Ferrari and BMW in that category. Still, these companies are often plagued by maintenance issues, rising costs, and a less-than-desirable experience. Tesla is already controlling a majority of the U.S.