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GET UP TO SPEED, BABY!rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.comBlogger810125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-37284087192835235062016-03-14T07:00:00.000-04:002016-03-14T07:00:10.524-04:00Mini Takes The States to Start in Atlanta this Summer<img class="mini-module-2-image" src="http://www.minitakesthestates.com/images/index/Module-2-Image@2x.jpg" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: mini_serifregular, serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 24px; vertical-align: middle; width: 640px;" /><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: MINI Serif; font-size: small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 22.72px;"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;">Atlanta will be the starting location of the 10</span></span><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; line-height: normal;"><sup style="line-height: 15.3833px;">th</sup></span><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;"> Anniversary of MINI Takes the States, a two week adventure across America, this July. To help celebrate,</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;">Global Imports MINI, located at </span></span><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;">5925 Peachtree Industrial Blvd</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;">, is looking to find people who have continually proven that they can defy labels</span></span><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;"> and do things a little differently</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;">. It’s not about rebellion, but rather a choice to create one’s own path regardless of the labels that have been put on them by others. The </span></span><a href="http://www.miniusa.com/content/miniusa/en/why-mini/programs-and-events/defy-labels.html" style="color: #0068cf; cursor: default; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 22.72px;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;">MINI USA #DefyLabels</span></span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;"> contest is seeking a community member who will bring the prize back to </span></span><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;">Atlanta.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: MINI Serif; font-size: small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 22.72px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;">Nominations kicked off on 2/11, just days after the first MINI #DefyLabels ad featuring Abby Wambach, Serena Williams and more ran during the Super Bowl. Four finalists will be selected to join the MINI TAKES THE STATES kick-off and participate with MINI in the rally. One grand-prize winner will receive a two-year lease of a MINI Clubman.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: MINI Serif; font-size: small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 22.72px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 20.8267px;">For more information, visit </span></span></span></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 20.8267px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.minitakesthestates.com/">http://www.minitakesthestates.com/</a></span></span></div>
rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-24486189677069181222016-03-11T07:00:00.000-05:002016-03-11T07:00:06.575-05:00Get Your Vehicle Ready for SpringSpring is upon us, so to get your car ready for the new season, and save some money, follow these tips:<br />
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<li class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 15.4px; margin: 0px 0px 3px;"><b style="line-height: 20.8267px;">Change your wiper blades.</b> Winter driving conditions can wear those wipers out. Don’t stand for a streaky view through your windshield this spring! Replacing your wiper blades takes a matter of seconds and can make a major positive impact on your visibility during those April showers.</li>
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<li class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 15.4px; margin: 0px 0px 3px;"><b style="line-height: 20.8267px;">Upgrade your tires<span style="color: #00b050; line-height: 20.8267px;">*$$$ Saver*</span>. </b>Never underestimate the role tires play in performance, handling and safety. Two of the most important things you can do is to check your tread and your tire pressure. Driving on under-inflated tires can be dangerous and expensive (driving on <span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 14px;">underinflated tires can result in a 25% reduction in fuel economy!). And if you find your tread is in trouble, </span>swap worn-out tires for good all-season or performance-boosting tires. </li>
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<br />rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-84287578836417242962016-03-09T17:53:00.001-05:002016-03-09T17:53:56.565-05:00Annual Atlanta International Auto Show Begins<br />
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There will be a number of 2017 pre-production vehicles on display at the event, including the <strong style="line-height: 21.3px;">2017 Lexus LC 500.</strong></div>
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The annual <span style="color: #263c88; line-height: 25.56px;"><strong style="line-height: 25.56px;">Atlanta International Auto Show</strong></span> runs March 9-13, for five fun days at the <strong style="line-height: 25.56px;">Georgia World Congress Center's C-Building</strong> on Northside Drive<em style="line-height: 25.56px;"> (next to the Georgia Dome)</em>.</div>
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<br style="line-height: 25.56px;" /><span style="color: #263c88; line-height: 25.56px;">PARK CLOSE TO THE VENUE</span><br style="line-height: 25.56px;" /><br style="line-height: 25.56px;" />If you're driving to the show please, please park in the <strong style="line-height: 25.56px;">YELLOW LOT</strong> on Northside Drive. This will save you a long walk to the facility. We want you to save your energy for the show floor and the 400 plus vehicles on display.</div>
<strong style="color: #727070; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 25.56px; text-align: justify;">The following manufacturers have agreed to participate in the show:<br style="line-height: 25.56px;" /></strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #727070; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 25.56px; text-align: justify;">ACURA, ALFA ROMEO, AUDI, BUICK, CADILLAC, CHEVROLET, CHRYSLER, DODGE, FIAT, FORD, GMC, HONDA, HYUNDAI, INFINITI, JEEP, KIA, LEXUS, LINCOLN, MAZDA, MERCEDES-BENZ, MINI, MITSUBISHI, NISSAN, RAM, SCION, SUBARU, TOYOTA, and VOLKSWAGEN.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">The Auto Show will have </span><strong style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">Seniors Day</strong><span style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;"> on</span><strong style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;"> </strong><strong style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">Thursday, March 10</strong><span style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">, and</span><strong style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;"> </strong><strong style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">College Day </strong><span style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">on </span><strong style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">Friday, March 11</strong><span style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">. All Seniors 55 and older and all College Students can show their identification of age/student id's at the show box office and receive a </span><strong style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">50% discount off the $10.00 Adult Admission</strong><span style="background-color: #fdfafa; color: #263c88; font-family: Gotham, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 21.3px;">. These same Seniors and College Students can also save 50% on parking by showing their identification of age/student id's at the entrance of the Yellow Parking Lot of the Georgia World Congress Center on Northside Dr. </span>rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-54673447596026184822015-12-29T14:06:00.003-05:002015-12-29T14:06:41.090-05:00Top Ten Vehicles of 2015<h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="background-color: #c0a154; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, 'Palatino Linotype', Palatino, serif; font-size: 30px; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;">Atlanta Auto Beat is proud to present the 2015 edition of its annual list of top-ranked vehicles. Rankings are based on vehicles tested by The Beat, and measure traits such as affordability, fuel economy, functionality, looks and predicted reliability.</span></h3>
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<span style="background-color: white;">We hope you enjoy this list, and as always, feel free to comment.</span></div>
rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-84724201960139697782015-12-29T14:05:00.003-05:002015-12-29T14:05:29.272-05:00No. 1: Chevrolet Silverado<figure class="article-image article-image--landscape" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: 'Proximo Nova', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; z-index: 1;"><img alt="The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado gets some exterior styling changes and some cool technology to make it a leader in the full-size pickup market." height="350" rel="image_src" src="http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/f3/f0/f3f04f5a6c73fab095f975a0a9aaaf37.jpg?itok=jUZo4AYf" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; width: 693.641px;" title="The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado gets some exterior styling changes and some cool technology to make it a leader in the full-size pickup market." typeof="foaf:Image" width="525" /><figcaption class="caption media__body" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #999999; font-size: 0.75rem; line-height: 1rem; padding: 3px 2px; text-align: right;"><div class="caption__title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 0.875rem; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;">
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-70566706392141329322015-12-29T14:04:00.001-05:002015-12-29T14:04:12.223-05:00No. 2: Lexus RC 350<figure class="article-image article-image--landscape" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: 'Proximo Nova', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; z-index: 1;"><img alt="The Lexus RC 350 is a sport coupe that combines familiar Lexus styling cues with dramatic flairs to create a striking appearance. " height="350" rel="image_src" src="http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/23/2a/232a1b1036b12f7242b1eb3bdce7af14.jpg?itok=1XmPySoh" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; width: 693.641px;" title="The Lexus RC 350 is a sport coupe that combines familiar Lexus styling cues with dramatic flairs to create a striking appearance. " typeof="foaf:Image" width="537" /><figcaption class="caption media__body" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #999999; font-size: 0.75rem; line-height: 1rem; padding: 3px 2px; text-align: right;"><div class="caption__title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 0.875rem; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;">
The Lexus RC 350 is a sport coupe that combines familiar Lexus styling cues with dramatic flairs to create a striking appearance.</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-72306257337124390832015-12-29T14:03:00.001-05:002015-12-29T14:03:17.950-05:00No. 3 Chevrolet Colorado Diesel: <figure class="article-image article-image--landscape" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: 'Proximo Nova', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; z-index: 1;"><img alt="The Chevrolet Colorado Diesel has plenty of towing power and offers a smooth ride. " height="272" rel="image_src" src="http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/6d/00/6d00cdac8967b3b403d25fea634a179d.jpg?itok=PnBewqvr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; width: 693.641px;" title="The Chevrolet Colorado Diesel has plenty of towing power and offers a smooth ride. " typeof="foaf:Image" width="600" /><figcaption class="caption media__body" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #999999; font-size: 0.75rem; line-height: 1rem; padding: 3px 2px; text-align: right;"><div class="caption__title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 0.875rem; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;">
The Chevrolet Colorado Diesel has plenty of towing power and offers a smooth ride.</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-48918665832146621862015-12-29T14:00:00.001-05:002015-12-29T14:00:38.387-05:00No. 4 Toyota Tundra<figure class="article-image article-image--landscape" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: 'Proximo Nova', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; z-index: 1;"><img alt="The Toyota Tundra is a formidable competitor in the full size pickup segment, with great towing capacity and plenty of choices of cab and cargo bed sizes." height="350" rel="image_src" src="http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/35/f6/35f6a3102acf9136468c01a4fb0e0f60.jpg?itok=BstMWStb" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; width: 693.641px;" title="The Toyota Tundra is a formidable competitor in the full size pickup segment, with great towing capacity and plenty of choices of cab and cargo bed sizes." typeof="foaf:Image" width="525" /><figcaption class="caption media__body" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #999999; font-size: 0.75rem; line-height: 1rem; padding: 3px 2px; text-align: right;"><div class="caption__title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 0.875rem; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;">
The Toyota Tundra is a formidable competitor in the full size pickup segment, with great towing capacity and plenty of choices of cab and cargo bed sizes.</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-46417136064911155872015-12-29T13:59:00.002-05:002015-12-29T13:59:23.547-05:00No. 5 Ford Mustang<figure class="article-image article-image--landscape" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: 'Proximo Nova', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; z-index: 1;"><img alt="The 2015 Ford Mustang has received a major makeover that retains the character of the traditional Mustang but adds touches to make it more appealing to a bigger market." height="350" rel="image_src" src="http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/c8/dd/c8ddb903c896dbd0bef78871ddabf441.jpg?itok=J9rXuCxw" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; width: 693.641px;" title="The 2015 Ford Mustang has received a major makeover that retains the character of the traditional Mustang but adds touches to make it more appealing to a bigger market." typeof="foaf:Image" width="525" /><figcaption class="caption media__body" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #999999; font-size: 0.75rem; line-height: 1rem; padding: 3px 2px; text-align: right;"><div class="caption__title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 0.875rem; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;">
The 2015 Ford Mustang has received a major makeover that retains the character of the traditional Mustang but adds touches to make it more appealing to a bigger market.</div>
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The Lexus ES 300h is a hybrid luxury midsize sedan that presents one of the most compelling values in the sedan market.</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-58428952979334479752015-12-29T13:56:00.004-05:002015-12-29T13:56:32.711-05:00No. 7: Ford F-150<figure class="article-image article-image--landscape" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: 'Proximo Nova', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; z-index: 1;"><img alt="The Ford F-150 remains a huge seller, and with its recent upgrades, it will likely be able to hold on to that high ranking." height="350" rel="image_src" src="http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/b9/8b/b98bbba91e9adf4750ebad02f967103b.jpg?itok=ijx2NKy_" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; width: 693.641px;" title="The Ford F-150 remains a huge seller, and with its recent upgrades, it will likely be able to hold on to that high ranking." typeof="foaf:Image" width="524" /><figcaption class="caption media__body" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #999999; font-size: 0.75rem; line-height: 1rem; padding: 3px 2px; text-align: right;"><div class="caption__title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 0.875rem; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;">
The Ford F-150 remains a huge seller, and with its recent upgrades, it will likely be able to hold on to that high ranking.</div>
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It's a bit tempting to wonder whether designers at Ford get nervous every time they are asked to come up with a new look for the venerable F-150 <a class="inline_link" href="http://www.examiner.com/topic/pickup-truck" style="background: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #4489e3; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">pickup truck</a>. After all, as the best selling vehicle in America year after year, you don't want to mess things up and make the fans unhappy.</div>
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Well, for the 2015 model year, the F-150 has taken on a full redesign. The results? Breathe easy, Ford engineers, you got it right.</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-56533597176162338332015-12-29T13:53:00.004-05:002015-12-29T13:53:39.997-05:00No. 8: Acura TLX<figure class="article-image article-image--landscape" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: 'Proximo Nova', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; z-index: 1;"><img alt="The 2015 Acura TLX offers advanced safety and technology features, understated yet pleasant styling and a long list of standard features." height="350" rel="image_src" src="http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/1f/ce/1fceaf7dc712feaaf5c643a414982d35.jpg?itok=78jxDSpR" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; width: 693.641px;" title="The 2015 Acura TLX offers advanced safety and technology features, understated yet pleasant styling and a long list of standard features." typeof="foaf:Image" width="525" /><figcaption class="caption media__body" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #999999; font-size: 0.75rem; line-height: 1rem; padding: 3px 2px; text-align: right;"><div class="caption__title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 0.875rem; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;">
The 2015 Acura TLX offers advanced safety and technology features, understated yet pleasant styling and a long list of standard features.</div>
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The <a class="inline_link" href="http://www.examiner.com/topic/acura-tlx" style="background: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #4489e3; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Acura TLX</a> is a new <a class="inline_link" href="http://www.examiner.com/topic/luxury" style="background: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #4489e3; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">luxury</a> <a class="inline_link" href="http://www.examiner.com/topic/sedan" style="background: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #4489e3; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">sedan</a>, replacing two cars formerly made by Acura, the TL and TSX. It is available with a four-cylinder or six-cylinder engine and has advanced safety and drivetrain technology available.</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-88329777162054150962015-12-29T13:52:00.002-05:002015-12-29T13:52:35.870-05:00No. 9: Toyota 4Runner<figure class="article-image article-image--landscape" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: 'Proximo Nova', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; z-index: 1;"><img alt="The Toyota 4Runner is a rugged SUV that is also refined and pleasant on the interior. " height="350" rel="image_src" src="http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/24/a4/24a41a15c61b91f75c3df0a72e6d2986.jpg?itok=35CH-7g0" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; width: 693.641px;" title="The Toyota 4Runner is a rugged SUV that is also refined and pleasant on the interior. " typeof="foaf:Image" width="496" /><figcaption class="caption media__body" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #999999; font-size: 0.75rem; line-height: 1rem; padding: 3px 2px; text-align: right;"><div class="caption__title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 0.875rem; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;">
The Toyota 4Runner is a rugged SUV that is also refined and pleasant on the interior.</div>
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It seems that every year we get to review the <a class="inline_link" href="http://www.examiner.com/topic/toyota-4runner" style="background: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #4489e3; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Toyota 4Runner</a>, every year we get to say something nice about it. The 2015 model year version is no different.</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-52244202771423251412015-12-29T13:50:00.004-05:002015-12-29T13:50:56.715-05:00No. 10: Toyota Avalon<figure class="article-image article-image--landscape" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: 'Proximo Nova', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; z-index: 1;"><img alt="The Toyota Avalon has a spacious interior, luxury touches and gets decent fuel economy, making it a very good large sedan." height="350" rel="image_src" src="http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/81/37/81378e5b8156e534572c8e5d13025152.jpg?itok=wCW_sgG0" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; height: auto; max-width: 100%; width: 693.641px;" title="The Toyota Avalon has a spacious interior, luxury touches and gets decent fuel economy, making it a very good large sedan." typeof="foaf:Image" width="523" /><figcaption class="caption media__body" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #999999; font-size: 0.75rem; line-height: 1rem; padding: 3px 2px; text-align: right;"><div class="caption__title" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #666666; font-size: 0.875rem; margin-top: 5px; text-align: left;">
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The holiday season can be tough on your budget with gifts, entertaining, and meals all putting an extra strain on your bottom line. So how are you to survive another holiday season with your budget intact? We have five tips for how to save during the holidays to help you out.<span id="more-5842" style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></div>
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Before you start picking up gifts for everyone you think you need to shop for—and maybe some people you do not—start by making a list of who you need to get a gift for this season. Once you have your list, you can consider how much you want to spend on each. This stage is a great point to start considering your budget—does everyone on your shopping list really need a gift? Would they be just as happy (or happier) with a batch of homemade cookies or a hand-written holiday card? Laying out these shopping guidelines up front will help you avoid overspending and help you set up a holiday budget.</div>
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Be realistic: How much can you afford to spend this holiday season? The goal here is not to make a budget that has you spending the least possible—or a budget that lets you do as much shopping as you could possibly want. Abandoning practicality here likely means you’ll ignore your budget altogether, so it won’t be a useful tool to help keep your spending in line. Once you have a budget, the next step is to track your spending: Hang on to receipts ant total them up regularly to see how your spending matches up with your planned budget. If you go off track you can reign yourself back in before your holiday spending goes overboard.</div>
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Gift-giving is a pricey proposition, and you may find your friends and family in the same holiday budgeting conundrum that you are. Talk to them about setting dollar limits for gifts, banding together to buy gifts as a group, giving things like babysitting or a homemade meal rather than traditional presents, or even eschewing gifts entirely. You don’t need to exchange pricey gifts to make the holiday season special, and even setting moderate limits on your gift-giving can be a big help for everyone’s expenses this season.</div>
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If you have must-do holiday spending, but are having trouble scraping up the cash to cover it, now’s the time to cut back on unnecessary expenses to save. Do you stop at the local coffee shop for a fancy drink every weekday? Do you go out for lunch at the office every day? Does your family have meals out (or take-out) a few times a week? Even though one cup of coffee may not seem like enough savings to matter, cutting back on small expenses like this will add up over the month. We recommend looking at what you’re spending on extras like this, doing the math, and deciding whether the savings is worth the trouble. In the end, making more meals at home and packing a travel mug full of coffee in the morning can save a good amount without making you feel like you’re tightening your belt too much.</div>
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<span style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Turn your holiday celebrations into potlucks</span><br />
The holidays are a time to celebrate—but whether you’re hosting family or friends that can mean a hefty price tag. One easy solution, to both save some cash and get your guests more involved in the celebration, is to make the meal a potluck. Everyone can bring a food dish, drinks, or other supplies to help offset costs—plus you’ll have a more varied selection of dishes and the chance for guests to swap recipes and compare favorites. It’s a win all around.</div>
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<span style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Make the most of your credit card this season</span>You are going to be spending over the holidays, so why not put it on a credit card that offers rewards or other extras?</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-71690873952825289152015-12-07T08:00:00.000-05:002015-12-07T08:00:03.644-05:00Buying a Teen a Car? Here are Some Safety Tips<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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You might be considering buying a teenager in your life his or her first car for a holiday gift this year. If so, there are a few factors to consider. While you may think bigger is better when it comes to safety for a young driver, that’s not always the case. Here are a few tips:</div>
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Of course, a safe car doesn't replace safe driving. Look for in-vehicle tools that can help promote safe driving habits at here at <a href="https://www.usaa.com/inet/pages/auto_teen_safe_driving_main" rel="nofollow" style="color: #02689c; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Coaching Young Drivers</a>.</div>
rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-88566948327475840222015-12-04T08:00:00.000-05:002015-12-04T08:00:06.458-05:00Money Matters in Buying a Used Car<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<li style="font-size: 1em !important; font-stretch: normal !important; line-height: 1.6em !important; list-style: square; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 12px;">Determine market values in your region. Consult websites such as the USAA Car Buying Service, Kelley Blue Book and TrueCar.</li>
<li style="font-size: 1em !important; font-stretch: normal !important; line-height: 1.6em !important; list-style: square; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 12px;">Get an <a href="https://www.usaa.com/inet/pages/auto_insurance_main" style="color: #0b6997; text-decoration: none;" title="auto insurance quote">auto insurance quote</a> to help determine the true cost of ownership but note that collision and comprehensive coverage generally costs less for used cars.</li>
<li style="font-size: 1em !important; font-stretch: normal !important; line-height: 1.6em !important; list-style: square; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 12px;">Look for low loan rates. Financial institutions such as credit unions might offer lower interest rates than a car dealer.</li>
<li style="font-size: 1em !important; font-stretch: normal !important; line-height: 1.6em !important; list-style: square; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 12px;">Get preapproved. That can help simplify the negotiation process.</li>
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If you are looking for a new or used car, there is a lot more to consider than the sticker price. Long-term expenses, from gasoline to repair bills, can turn into a big financial headache. If you want to keep your costs low, both up-front and over time, here are a few things to consider when you’re shopping for a vehicle.<span id="more-5439" style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></div>
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One of your biggest expenses over time is going to be gas, but fortunately it’s especially easy to find out what kind of mileage cars get and how much you’re likely to spend on gas. If you are browsing cars on the lot, pay attention to <a href="http://blog.penfed.org/new-car-window-sticker/" style="border: 0px; color: #0066cc; font-family: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">the window sticker</a>: under the “Fuel Economy and Environment” section, you’ll find out how many miles per gallon the vehicle gets, what you’ll pay for fuel in a year, and how much you’ll save on fuel compared to the average vehicle. Though all of these numbers are based on average driving statistics, they still offer a good rule of thumb for how economical it will be to pay for gas for a particular car.</div>
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If you’re shopping online, you’ll want to head to <a class="exitcolorbox cboxElement" href="http://blog.penfed.org/?xb=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fueleconomy.gov%2F" rel="nofollow" style="border: 0px; color: #0066cc; font-family: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Fueleconomy.gov</a>, where you can search for specific vehicles, browse classes of vehicles, or take a look at which vehicles offer the best mileage.</div>
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The biggest way to save money on gas is to buy <a href="http://blog.penfed.org/hybrid-or-electric-car/" style="border: 0px; color: #0066cc; font-family: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">a hybrid or all-electric vehicle</a>. But while these vehicles can save you money over time, they have a higher up-front cost than a traditional vehicle—some a <em style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">much</em> higher up-front cost. Weigh the cost difference between the hybrid or electric vehicle and the gasoline vehicle you are considering, and then consider the difference in mileage each gets. You will probably want to break out a calculator to determine how many miles you’ll have to drive before the hybrid or electric car pays for that difference—if it’s longer than you’re likely to keep the car, it’s not worth it.</div>
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However, also bear in mind that sometimes you can find hybrid or electric models that are a few years old at a more moderate price—and, additionally, you may qualify for tax rebates that could make going green more appealing.</div>
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The insurance rate you will get isn’t the same for every vehicle, as newer cars with better safety ratings tend to get lower insurance rates. Once you’ve narrowed your search for the perfect car down to a few specific models, call your insurance company to see what it would cost to insure them. You may find that a lower rate makes you prefer one model over another.</div>
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You should expect warranties with new and, sometimes, used cars (especially used cars that are sold “dealer certified” off a dealer’s lot). A warranty can cut down on out of pocket expenses if something goes wrong, so you will want to take a look at what kind of warranties are on offer for any vehicles you consider. How long do they last? What do they cover? Can you purchase an extended warranty that will expand coverage? Though you don’t necessarily want to be upsold on an excessive warranty plan, depending on the price and the coverage that extended warranty could be a good buy that will save you money over time.</div>
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Different makes and models of vehicle can have vastly different repair costs—and if you’re looking to keep your costs down, you’ll want to consider how much you could spend on repairs over the life of the vehicle. Is it reliable or does it break down often? Are parts reasonable or pricey? If you have a trusted mechanic to talk to, they can be a great resource for information on this. If you aren’t buying new (and it’s not a car that comes certified from a dealership), you will want to take the car by a mechanic regardless to give it a thorough once-over before you buy: this will help ensure you’re not getting <a href="http://blog.penfed.org/avoid-buying-a-lemon/" style="border: 0px; color: #0066cc; font-family: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">a lemon</a>.</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-53325035248886528702015-11-12T11:00:00.002-05:002015-11-12T11:00:56.567-05:00Four Questions to Ask in Financing a Vehicle<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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1. What's the right amount of cash to pay upfront?</h2>
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Buyers with substantial savings sometimes decide to pay cash for their vehicles to avoid <a href="https://www.usaa.com/inet/pages/bank_loan_auto_main" style="color: #0b6997; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;">car payments</a> or interest. But kicking out $30,000 or more may not be the best idea. I<span style="line-height: 2em;">f paying cash leaves your emergency fund depleted and something bad happens, you may have to</span><span style="line-height: 2em;"> </span><a href="https://www.usaa.com/inet/pages//bank_loan_personal" style="color: #0b6997; line-height: 2em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;">borrow money</a><span style="line-height: 2em;"> </span><span style="line-height: 2em;">at much less favorable terms. Many buyers need a loan just to afford a car. But financing the entire purchase also may be unwise.</span></div>
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Taxes and fees add to the sticker price, so with no down payment, you'll owe more than the car is worth as soon as you drive off the lot. And depreciation could leave you further "upside-down" on your loan. If you need to sell the car or if it's totaled in an accident, you'll get less money than you need to pay off the loan and may have to pay thousands of dollars out of pocket.</div>
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Many financial experts suggest making a down payment of 15 to 20 percent of the purchase price.</div>
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2. What's the best place to get a loan?</h2>
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The dealership is one place to secure vehicle financing, but experts say it's good to shop around.</div>
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It's possible that you'll get lower interest rates at your credit union or other lending organizations where you're a member and they might be more likely to work with you on the terms. </div>
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It can also be helpful to get preapproved for an <a href="https://www.usaa.com/inet/pages/bank_loan_auto_main" style="color: #0b6997; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;">auto loan</a> before you're ready to buy. With a loan lined up, you can focus on negotiating the price and not fall prey to slippery sales tactics. If the dealership offers you a better financing deal, that's even better. Make sure you look for application fees, other miscellaneous fees and your loan term so you are making an apples-to-apples comparison between loans.</div>
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Be on the lookout for offers to lower your interest rate through a lender, vehicle manufacturer or dealership. </div>
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3. What length of time should the loan be for?</h2>
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The longer the loan period, the smaller the monthly payments will be. That tempts many car buyers to finance their cars over five, six or even seven years. But that's not always the best choice, experts say. </div>
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Choosing a vehicle that you can pay off in three to five years is preferable, they say. </div>
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Longer term loans are risky for two reasons. First, stretching out your payments means you'll pay more interest and typically, a longer loan term comes with a higher interest rate. Second, since new vehicles typically depreciate quickly, a longer loan increases your likelihood of being upside-down. It's not a good idea to finance a vehicle for longer than you plan to own it. </div>
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Many dealers will offer either low-rate financing or a hefty cash rebate on a new vehicle. Which is better?</div>
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Basically, choose the one that will most lower your payments.</div>
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Use this <a href="https://www.usaa.com/inet/pages/bank_loan_advanced_calculator_auto_page" style="color: #0b6997; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;">auto loan payment calculator</a> to guide your decision. And if you can take the dealer's rebate and find a low-rate loan from a third-party lender, it might be possible to have your cake and eat it, too.</div>
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rob douthithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04214164998324629550noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502694353268239127.post-1083535594118008582015-10-28T15:50:00.001-04:002015-10-28T15:50:21.352-04:00Sneak Peek at Mazda CX-3<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The Beat got a look at the all new Mazda CX-3 subcompact crossover today at a luncheon in Atlanta. Mazda officials talked about the Zoom-Zoom qualities of this CUV, which makes 146 horsepower and 146 pounds-feet of torque. It starts at around $20,000.<br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">If your organization is in the market for a passenger or cargo van, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter comes with a choice of diesel engines and is available in three lengths. Our tester was a 12-passenger people hauler that was comfortable and provided a surprisingly smooth ride. </span><br style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The available diesel V-6 engine can be paired with four-wheel drive instead of just rear-wheel drive, as was previously the case. Mercedes also offers a super high roof on the Sprinter.</span><br style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The Sprinter features 16-inch steel wheels with 16-inch aluminum wheels available, optional </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">fog lamps and headlight washers, a sl</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">iding passenger-side door and d</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">ual hinged doors in back with a 270-degree opening.</span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">On the inside, there is seating for up to 12 people, a</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">ir conditioning, t</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">ilt/telescoping steering wheel, m</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">ultimedia system with 5.8-inch screen, Bluetooth, an SD card slot, a USB port and an MP3 jack and an a</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">vailable navigation system.</span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The Sprinter is powered by a </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">turbo-diesel 2.1-liter four-cylinder that makes 161 horsepower with 265 pounds-feet of torque mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. But also a</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">vailable is a turbo-diesel 3.0-liter V-6 that makes 188 horsepower with 325 pounds-feet of torque and is linked to a five-speed automatic transmission. R</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">ear-wheel drive is standard; four-wheel drive available with V-6.</span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Nissan gave automotive journalists</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> a look at its newly designed</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> 2016 TITAN pickup truck</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> at the College Football Hall of Fame</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> in downtown Atlanta this week.</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> Nissan has ties to college football</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> as the presenting sponsor </span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">of the annual Heisman Trophy award.</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> The new truck XD creates a</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> "new class" of full-size pickup</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> with commercial strength components,</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> according to Nissan. It features</span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> a 555 lb-ft Cummins 5.0l V8 turbo diesel engine.</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: Times, Georgia, serif; font-size: 18.135px; line-height: 29.016px;">The price you pay for </span><a href="https://www.usaa.com/inet/pages/auto_insurance_main" style="background-color: white; color: #0b6997; font-family: Times, Georgia, serif; font-size: 18.135px; line-height: 29.016px; text-decoration: none;">auto insurance</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: Times, Georgia, serif; font-size: 18.135px; line-height: 29.016px;"> can vary by hundreds of dollars, depending on what type of car you have, where you live and how much coverage you need.</span><br />
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There are many ways to save on insurance, but make sure you don't cut too many corners. The appropriate policy can potentially save you plenty of money should you face liability for an accident. </div>
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The minimum liability requirements mandated by each state may not cover personal injury claims or claims resulting from damage done to other's vehicles or property. Don't get such a bare-bones policy that you put your financial assets at risk. You're basically spending money to prevent a financial catastrophe, so don't skimp.</div>
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That said, check out these money-saving tips from the <a href="http://www2.iii.org/video/saving-money-on-auto-insurance-five-tips.html" style="color: #0b6997; text-decoration: none;">Insurance Information Institute</a>.</div>
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1. Before you buy a car, compare insurance costs.</h3>
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Whether considering new or used cars, check into insurance costs. Your premium is based in part on these factors:</div>
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<li style="font-size: 1em !important; font-stretch: normal !important; line-height: 1.6em !important; list-style: square; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 12px;">Make and model of the vehicle.</li>
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Insurers generally offer discounts for features that reduce the risk of injuries or theft. </div>
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2. Ask for higher deductibles.</h3>
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Deductibles represent the amount of money you pay before your insurance policy kicks in. By requesting higher deductibles, you can lower your costs substantially. For example, increasing your deductible from $200 to $500 could reduce your collision and comprehensive coverage cost by 15 to 30%. Savings can be even higher for selecting a $1,000 deductible.</div>
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3. Reduce your coverage on older cars.</h3>
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It may not make sense to keep collision coverage on low-value cars because the insurance costs could exceed anything you get back on a claim. </div>
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4. Take advantage of other discounts.</h3>
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Many insurers offer savings if you have more than one policy. You may also be able to find additional discounts for accident-free drivers and some defensive-driving courses.</div>
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5. Maintain good credit.</h3>
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In some states, your credit score could impact your auto insurance rates. While good driving habits are the best way to keep your insurance costs low, repairing a damaged credit rating through consistent bill paying and responsible use of credit can help you on and off the road. Examine your credit report for any mistakes and fight to fix them.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">With back to school season in full swing, </span><a href="http://www.cleanairforce.com/" style="color: blue; cursor: pointer; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3366ff; font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">Georgia’s Clean Air Force</span></a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">(GCAF), a</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"> partnership with the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD),</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"> reminds motorists of some easy tips for saving time and money on their commute, while contributing to cleaner air in the Atlanta metro region.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">“Parents who drive their children to and from school, and even commuters who don’t have children, are impacted by the changes in traffic whenever a new school year begins," said Pamela T. Earl of the EPD. "And this year is no different. Fortunately, there are ways that motorists can save time and money, while also curbing the impact that their driving habits have on the environment.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">Using the acronym “<b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">GA AIR</b>,” the experts at Georgia’s Clean Air Force offer five simple tips for motorists during the back-to-school season:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Wingdings; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">§<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 26.506664276123px;">G</span></b><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">et Your Trunk Cleared.</span></b><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"> Late summer is a good time to evaluate what you have in your car and remove any unnecessary items. </span><span style="background: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">The heavier the vehicle, the more fuel it consumes. </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">Dropping 100 pounds from your car can increase your fuel economy from two to five percent. <span style="background: transparent; color: black; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">Don’t carry bulky items like sports equipment unless you need to, and remove the roof rack unless you plan on using it.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Wingdings; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">§<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 26.506664276123px;">A</span></b><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">lter Your Commute.</span></b><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"> Inevitably, high traffic areas become even more congested as the school year begins. Drivers can avoid getting stuck in traffic by altering their commute. Ask your boss if you can arrive for work later in the morning, when school related traffic is minimal. Or even better, look into whether your company allows telecommuting, and skip the traffic entirely.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Wingdings; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">§<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 26.506664276123px;">A</span></b><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">void Idling.</span></b><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"> For parents who are waiting to pick up their children from school, it may seem convenient to keep the car running, but it is not. Not only does it waste gas, but it is extremely harmful to the environment. </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">For every 10 minutes of idling you cut from your commute, you can save one pound of harmful carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere. The general rule is to turn off your engine if you’ll be idling for more than 30 seconds.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Wingdings; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">§<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 26.506664276123px;">I</span></b><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">nitiate Carpools.</span></b><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"> Consider setting up a back-to-school carpool with the parents of four other kids in your neighborhood. This way, you only have to make one trip to school a week, instead of five. You can save even more money by carpooling to work on the days that you don’t lead the kids’ carpool.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Wingdings; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">§<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 26.506664276123px;">R</span></b><b style="line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">ide the Road Less Traveled.</span></b><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;"> Many commuters get stuck in school traffic while traveling to work. To save gas and time, research some additional routes to your workplace to avoid school traffic. Google Maps and MapQuest offer interactive mapping options to explore alternate routes that bypass school traffic.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">For additional information or to download an infographic with back-to-school commute tips, visit </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">Georgia’s Clean Air Force </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;">website at<a class="" href="http://www.cleanairforce.com/" style="color: blue; cursor: pointer; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 22.7199993133545px;" target="">www.cleanairforce.com</a> or contact the GCAF Call Center at (800) 449-2471.</span></div>
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