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Subaru Recall – New Ascent SUV Tires Could Experience A Sudden Loss Of Pressure
Subaru of America issued a recall for the recently-upgraded 2023 Subaru Ascent 3-Row family hauler. Customers who own the new Ascent could experience a sudden loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash, says the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The NHTSA revealed certain 2023 Ascent SUVs equipped with 20-inch wheels might be equipped with tires that were damaged during the wheel mounting and assembly process. The number of potentially affected Ascent vehicles is 4,409. Which Subaru Ascent vehicles are included? The 20-inch tires come standard on the 2023 Ascent Onyx Edition, Limited, Onyx Edition Limited, and Touring trim levels. The NHTSA says the affected Ascent SUV…
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10 Reliable American Cars That Are Known For Their Low Running Costs
In the ’70s and ’80s, the demand for Japanese cars skyrocketed in the US market. Japanese cars conquered the US market thanks to their affordability, insane value for money, and the fact that they were a lot more reliable even in their performance versions. Since then, Japanese automakers like Toyota have cemented their reputation for making the most reliable cars money can buy, which has resulted in more sales and improved brand loyalty. RELATED: 10 Least Reliable Modern American CarsAmerican automakers took note of that and have been improving their cars’ reliability since to ensure that they can match or even exceed Japanese reliability. This article explores 10 American cars…
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A woman was found alive in a Jeep nearly submerged in a lake in Texas : NPR
This black Jeep was almost entirely submerged in Lake o’ the Pines in Marion County, Texas. It wasn’t until a tow truck started to pull it from the water that a woman was spotted inside. Marion County Sheriff Office hide caption toggle caption Marion County Sheriff Office This black Jeep was almost entirely submerged in Lake o’ the Pines in Marion County, Texas. It wasn’t until a tow truck started to pull it from the water that a woman was spotted inside. Marion County Sheriff Office It started with a call from a fisherman, who said he saw what looked to be a black Jeep virtually submerged in a large…
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A Rare Magni Australia Superbike From 1994
The Magni Australia is an exceedingly rare Italian superbike from the mid-1990s that was named after Australia thanks to the remarkable efforts of Ted Stolarski and his racing team based out of Perth. The bike has a bespoke Magni tubular steel frame with a Magni-designed Parallelogramo swing arm, and it was powered by the then-new Moto Guzzi V-twin engine with its single overhead cam operating four valves per cylinder. Fast Facts – The Magni Australia Magni is one of the most revered names in the history of specialist Italian motorcycle manufacturing. The company was founded in 1977 in Samarate by Arturo Magni, a legendary motorcycle engineer who had worked on Gilera race…
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2004 Toyota MR2, a Simple, Mid-Engine Roadster, Is Our Auction Pick
• Not the usual choice for an affordable sports car, the Toyota MR2 Spyder answers the question, “What if Toyota built a Boxster?” • This example has low miles and an attractive appearance package. • The auction runs through April 17. Car and Driver These days, affordable sportscars are thin on the ground, but in the mid-2000s, life was good. Then, if shopping for a wallet-friendly roadster, you could stroll right past the Mazda dealer and over to Toyota, where Miata Isn’t Always The Answer. Up for auction this week at Bring A Trailer—which, like Car and Driver, is part of Hearst Autos—is this low-mileage Toyota MR2 Spyder, a dependable…
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Tips to Extend the Life of Your Car to 100K Miles and Beyond
Whether you bought your car new or used, it was probably a big investment. While some people opt to trade in their car every few years or jump from lease to lease, other drivers prefer to drive their vehicle well past 100,000 miles. This goal is easy to achieve with proper care and maintenance. Here are some tips to extend the life of your car to 100K miles and beyond. Maintenance Tips The best thing you can do to ensure your vehicle’s long life is to follow the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule. Some breakdowns are unavoidable, but you can help avoid unexpected car repairs by keeping up with routine maintenance.…













