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		<title>New Electric Kangoo Z.E. is a Surprisingly Good Vehicle&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:57:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is not really till you get into an electric powered truck and float off down the line that you simply delight in exactly how sleek, tranquil as well as productive they may be. You will discover uncertainties regarding the way forward for electrical power, primarily because of cost as well as selection restrictions, however...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>It is not really till you get into an electric powered truck and float off down the line that you simply delight in exactly how sleek, tranquil as well as productive they may be.<br />
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You will discover uncertainties regarding the way forward for electrical power, primarily because of cost as well as selection restrictions, however no matter the practicalities, everybody will cherish the actual traveling experience. </em>Flip the key in the <a title="kangoo ze" href="http://www.renault.com/en/vehicules/renault/pages/kangoo-ze.aspx">Kangoo ZE</a> and the only thing that occurs would be that a couple of lamps begin blinking around the dash panel. Place the gear handle into drive, pat the feet over the accelerator and then your truck spikes forwards, completely noiselessly and also at an unexpected rate.For being an electrical engine, optimum torque is obtainable from 0 miles per hour, therefore it originally feels as though this vehicle is soaring, regardless of in writing, truth be told there is merely the equal of 60bhp on offer.</p>
<p>With a lot of usage destined to be stop-start in cities and towns, the better related 0-31miles per hour time frame arrives in a very quick 5 secs, however the 0-62miles per hour time is really a more lethargic 20 secs.</p>
<p>We all experimented with the two regular as well as Maxi variations and each amazed. It’s not only the level of smoothness of the truck yet, since the power packs are thrown beneath the flooring using their 280kg weight lower down, streets management isn&#8217;t affected.</p>
<p>The Kangoo includes an Eco switch that limits torque as well as quickness to improve distance by as much as 10% (optimum distance is actually 106 miles). Around town there is zero apparent decrease in effectiveness.</p>
<p>Nonetheless, around the open street the <a title="renault kangoo" href="http://www.autoweb.co.uk/used/renault/kangoo_van/car">Renault Kangoo</a> was feeling slow so I finished up pushing my foot on the flooring.</p>
<p>Electric powered vehicles need to be operated distinctly from diesels to acquire optimum performance and that is when the Econometer, that will inform you just how much power has been utilized, comes into play. By maintaining track of whether or not this has been hovering in the direction of darkish blue (perfect) or reddish (higher use), I quickly found it easier to start my economical driving.</p>
<p>With the vehicles costs beginning at £16,900, the battery pack rent gives £85 per month, it is not a cheap option, although it is certainly an enjoyable one.</p>
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		<title>Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:52:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Suzuki’s DL1000 V-Strom no doubt is Suzuki&#8217;s hottest &#38; latest weapon in its battle against Aprilia, Triumph &#38; BMW in the SUV do-it-all class of adventure-tourer! A few refer to it as the &#8220;trailies,&#8221; while others use the word &#8220;off-the-road sport,&#8221;…however Suzuki goes ahead and calls it the &#8220;Sport Enduro Tourer.&#8221; For all of you...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://nottinghamhistory.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/suzukidl1000.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-18" title="suzukidl1000" src="http://nottinghamhistory.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/suzukidl1000-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a><a title="suzuki bike prices" href="http://priceanybike.com/Suzuki/DL1000/2007/">Suzuki’s DL1000</a> V-Strom no doubt is Suzuki&#8217;s hottest &amp; latest weapon in its battle against Aprilia, Triumph &amp; BMW in the SUV do-it-all class of adventure-tourer! A few refer to it as the &#8220;trailies,&#8221; while others use the word &#8220;off-the-road sport,&#8221;…however Suzuki goes ahead and calls it the &#8220;Sport Enduro Tourer.&#8221; For all of you who’re scratching their head wondering what the word &#8220;Strom&#8221; means, well, it&#8217;s the German term meaning &#8220;stream of wind”!!! How do you like THAT!?<br />
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Overall verdict<br />
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Don’t judge it by its slightly mysterious styling; the Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom’s a great bike! The V-twin motor is the heart of this bike and the chassis is a top-quality road-trailie. The motorbike is excellent value for money, brisk and super comfortable too.<br />
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<strong>The Engine</strong><br />
This baby was detuned for larger low-down grunts and will easily drive you past caravans and hard corners on a long distance jaunt.</p>
<p><strong>Handling &amp; Ride</strong><br />
High and wide bars, the low pegs get you to adopt that sitting up- beg posture which makes sure you’re more comfortable on a long ride. The plush suspension soaks up all bumps and it ruts of the British roads as it eases your ride.</p>
<p><strong>Equipment</strong><br />
The dash on Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom is well prepared with a fuel gauge (digital), rev counter, clock, etc. The mirrors on this baby work wonderfully, offering the rider a big, super clear view of scenes behind.</p>
<p>Reliability &amp; Quality<br />
Not as luxurious as the KTM Adventure or BMW GS, but it is reliable and robust!</p>
<p><strong>Value</strong><br />
This beast comes with tons of extras! There are the heated grips; centre stands and luggage stand that are available to make this bike a true ride-anywhere motorbike and that too at a reasonable price!</p>
<p><strong>Specifications</strong><br />
• 130 mph of top speed<br />
• 105bhp of power<br />
• 68ftlb torque<br />
• 207kgs in weight<br />
• 12.2 seconds of ¼ mile acceleration<br />
• 875mm seat height<br />
• 22 litres fuel capacity<br />
• 39mpg of avg. fuel consumption<br />
• 996cc engine size<br />
• Aluminum twin spar frame<br />
• 2x 310mm front brake discs<br />
• 265mm rear brake disc<br />
• 110/90 x 19 sized front tyre<br />
• 150/70 x 17 sized rear tyre</p>
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		<title>New Honda Civic (U.S. Edition) Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:22:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The new Honda civic for the North American market is the pinnacle of the models evolution. Click here  for more informaion on any of the used models BEFORE: AFTER: &#160; Specifications: Base Price for the coupe is $16,355 and that for the sedan is $16,555 Vehicle Type: front-wheel-drive, front-engine, five-passenger, two-door coupe/four-door sedan Displacement: 1798...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><em>The new <a title="honda civic" href="http://www.autoweb.co.uk/used/honda/civic/car">Honda civic</a> for the North American market is the pinnacle of the models evolution. <a title="used cars storrington" href="http://markdavisautos.org.uk">Click here</a>  for more informaion on any of the used models</em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong> BEFORE:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://nottinghamhistory.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/1975civic.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-7" title="1975civic" src="http://nottinghamhistory.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/1975civic-300x188.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="188" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>AFTER:</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="http://nottinghamhistory.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/civic.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-6" title="civic" src="http://nottinghamhistory.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/civic-300x142.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="142" /></a></p>
<p><strong><em>Specifications:</em></strong></p>
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<li>Base Price for the coupe is $16,355 and that for the sedan is $16,555</li>
<li>Vehicle Type: front-wheel-drive, front-engine, five-passenger, two-door coupe/four-door sedan</li>
<li>Displacement: 1798 cc, 110 cu in</li>
<li>Torque is 128 lb-ft at 4300 rpm</li>
<li>Engine Type: port fuel injection, aluminum head &amp; block, 16-valve SOHC inline-4</li>
<li>Power: 140 hp at 6500 rpm</li>
<li>Five-speed automatic Transmissions, five-speed manual</li>
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<p>On the inside, Honda Civic has a 2-tier instrument display which puts its digital speedometer on top of the analog tachometer. The plastic quality has been slightly improved, and there’s an interesting graining like rice-paper on the panels of the door. Forward visibility has been aided by the thinner A-pillars, while the new seats offer better comfort &amp; support—thankfully they’ve got less-invasive lumbar support now. A new 5-inch display’s a standard feature on all the new models, apart from the basic DX level. The display has been called as an “intelligent Multi-Information Display,” where the screen’s situated on the right side of the speedometer; it offers trip computer, clock, audio, as well as navigation information.</p>
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<p>Even though the sedan has a 105.1-inch of wheelbase, it is 1.2 inches shorter, and the rear legroom has increased by a good 1.6 inches. The overall width, length &amp; height remains unchanged, however the Civic now feels more spacious &amp; wider on the inside. Furthermore, Honda claims that the shoulder room’s increased by virtually 3 inches.</p>
<p>The Civic coupe has a much shorter wheelbase- 103.2-inch, its 1.1 inches shorter compared to outgoing models. The Interior space has fallen slightly from an 83.7 cubic ft to 83.2 cubic ft, rather 82.6 cubic ft with the sunroof. When you’re seated in the front of this beauty, you’ll notice that the civic coupe and civic sedan feel equally spacious, so we’re guessing that the cubic feet reduction has happened at the back seat!</p>
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<p><strong><em>Coupe Dimensions:</em></strong></p>
<p>Height: 55.0 inches</p>
<p>Width: 69.0 inches</p>
<p>Length: 175.5 inches</p>
<p>Wheelbase: 103.2 inches</p>
<p>Curb weight is 2600–2750 lb</p>
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<p><strong><em>Sedan Dimensions:</em></strong></p>
<p>Length: 177.3 inches</p>
<p>Wheelbase: 105.1 inches</p>
<p>Height: 56.5 inches</p>
<p>Width: 69.0 inches</p>
<p>Curb weight is 2600–2800 lb</p>
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<p><strong><em>Fuel Economy:</em></strong></p>
<p>Highway/ EPA city driving: 36–41/28–29 mpg</p>
<p><strong><em>Performance</em></strong>:</p>
<p>0- 60 mph in 7.7 seconds</p>
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