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2009 Subaru Forester Price Announced
Last month at the North American International Auto Show Japanese automaker Subaru unveiled the latest version of the Forester. On February 26 the company announced the pricing for the new Forester. Interestingly after the improvements made to the Forester it is priced more than a thousand dollars lower than the outgoing model.
The new Subaru Forester will soon be available at Subaru dealerships across the country starting this April. The automaker announced that the new Subaru Forester will have a starting price of 19995.
The said crossover vehicle will be available with either a 2.5liter naturally aspirated or a 2.5liter turbocharged engine. The naturally aspirated powerplant is available with either a manual or automatic transmission. The turbocharged engine on the other hand is only available with an automatic transmission.
There are overall five variants of the new Subaru Forester. For the Forester with a naturally aspirated engine there are three trim levels while for the turbocharged engine there are two available trim packages.
For the Forester with the naturally aspirated engine the three variants are X 2.5X Premium Package and the 2.5X L.L. Bean. The third variant comes only with an automatic transmission while the first two can either be coupled with either a manual or an automatic transmission.
The turbocharged Forester meanwhile can be bought in either the standard X trim or the 2.5XT Limited Model. This Limited Model will have a starting price of 26195 and it will come equipped with a 2.5liter turbocharged engine which produces 224 horsepower. The package will also include 17inch alloy wheels.
The naturally aspirated 2.5X trim will have a starting price of 22495. For that the Forester will be equipped with a power moonroof roof rails rear seat center tray steering wheel audio controls and reclining rear seat backs. On the outside the package will also include 17inch alloy wheels. The naturally aspirated engine will be mated to a manual transmission.
Tim Colbeck vice president of sales Subaru of America Inc. proudly ticked off the selling point of the new Subaru Forester saying: “For 11 years the Subaru Forester has been an icon of functionality dependability and durability. The 2009 Forester now adds greater interior room improved comfort and more amenities than before yet with a starting price that is significantly lower than the outgoing model.”
Also the fact that Subaru vehicles have been known to be equipped with auto parts as reliable as Acura CL auto body parts would attract buyers into Subaru dealerships.
About the writer: Anthony Fontanelle is a 35yearold automotive buff who grew up in the Windy City. He does freelance work for an automotive magazine when he is not busy customizing cars in his shop.
2008 Chrysler Town Country Bags Wards Interior Of The Year Award
The allnew 2008 Chrysler Town Country was impressive enough to convince Wards panel of judges. The awardwinning 2008 Town Country model with its splendid auto body parts won the Interior of the Year” award at the recently held 2008 Ward’s Auto Interiors Show the publication’s annual auto interior event. The prominent top award accentuates Town Country’s spot as the firstrate minivan in its class.
“Bestinteriors nominees included the usual smattering of utility vehicles from the sporty Mazda CX9 to the sophisticated Volkswagen Touareg 2. But the Chrysler Town Country’s rich content and wellexecuted functionality made it the consensus winner” says Eric Mayne Editor Ward’s Automotive Reports.
Aside from a perfectly shaped exterior and innovative auto body parts the Chrysler Town Country’s storage and seating features provided it the opportunity in the 10judge interior contest. The industryexclusive Swivel ‘n GoTM seating group was highly recognized for its capacity to face thirdrow passengers and infloor storage bins designed from the Stow ‘n GoTM seating system offered a brilliant solution to help get rid of needless interior mess.
“Ward’s AutoWorld EditorinChief Drew Winter swooned over the rich suede microfiber that accented the first and secondrow seats. Finished in pearlescent white leather the seating surfaces invoked macho Drew to use the Lword love. But just as a successful campaign helps politicians cut through the clutter a welldesigned interior helps motorists manage it. On this issue the Town Country is a clear winner added Mayne.
The comforts of a deluxe home were included in the allnew 2008 Chrysler Town Country. From a more modernday and stylish interior design firstclass interior amenities to its flexible seating driving experience is made time spent travelingworthy and a lot more enjoyable than ever.
“Its a great honor to have the Wards judges give the allnew Chrysler Town Country their most prestigious award. Great detail was given to our innovative and flexible minivan interior from satin finishes burl wood trim choices chrome accents and clean tailored lines to ensure an upscale look and feel” says Joe Dehner Vice President Small Family and Premium Vehicle Design Chrysler LLC.
The allnew 2008 Chrysler Town Country elevates the bar in the minivan segment which is available at Chrysler dealerships nationwide. Town Country remains the best vehicle to transport people happily and their things efficiently with over 25 years of minivan development and more than 60 segment firsts.
About the writer: Anthony Fontanelle is a 35yearold automotive buff who grew up in the Windy City. He does freelance work for an automotive magazine when he is not busy customizing cars in his shop.
24 Gas Saving Tips That Helps You To Save Gas And Improve Your Engines Performance – Part 1
Besides having a source of free gas or converting you car to run partially on water there are some tips that can certainly help you in your fight at the pump. The following list of tips if you follow them will increase fuel economy. You just have to implement them.
1. Check your air filter
A clean air filter is the key to good fuel economy. A dirty air filter restricts the flow of air into the engine which harms performance and economy. Air filters are easy to check and change; remove the filter and hold it up to the sun. If you can’t see light coming through it you need a new one. I use KN filters which is cleaned rather than changed; they are much less restrictive better air flow than throwaway paper filters plus they’re better for the environment.
2. Get back to nature
Consider shutting off the air conditioner opening the windows and enjoying the breeze. It may be a tad warmer but at lower speeds you’ll save fuel. That said at higher speeds the A/C may be more efficient than the wind resistance from open windows and sunroof.
3. Use the correct tires for your vehicle
New wheels and tires may look cool and they can certainly improve handling. But if they are wider than the stock tires chances are they’ll create more rolling resistance and decrease fuel economy. If you upgrade your wheels and tires keep the old ones. For long road trips the stock wheels give a smoother ride and better economy.
4. Drive only when you have to
Not a popular thing to say on a car site I know but the fact is that if you can avoid driving you’ll save gas. Take the train carpool and consolidate your shopping trips. Walking or biking is good for your wallet and your health. And before you get in your car always ask yourself: “Is this trip really necessary?”
5. Avoid High Speeds
As your speed increases your aerodynamic drag increases in an exponential fashion. Driving 62 mph 100 km/h Vs 75 mph 120 km/h will reduce fuel consumption by about 15.
6. Do Not Accelerate or Brake Hard
By anticipating the traffic and applying slow steady acceleration and braking fuel economy may increase by as much as 20.
7. Use A/C Sparingly
When the air conditioner is on it puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used by about 20. The defrost position on most vehicles also uses the air conditioner.
8. Keep Windows Closed
Windows open especially at highway speeds increase drag and result in decreased fuel economy of up to 10.
9. Service Vehicle Regularly
Proper maintenance avoids poor fuel economy related to dirty air filters old spark plugs or low fluid levels.
10. Use Cruise Control.
Maintaining a constant speed over long distances often saves gas. It can save you up to 4 MPG.
11. Avoid Heavy Loads and get the junk out of your trunk.
Remove the sandbags junk from your trunk and pack lightly for long trips.
The rule of thumb is for every extra 100 pounds you lose 1 mpg. Remove the weight and save gas.
12. Avoid Long Idles
If you anticipate being stopped for more than 1 minute shut off the car. Restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle for this time.
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