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    The all-wheel drive system was created for automobiles to ensure that the driver wouldn’t get stuck in rough terrain, which was a problem in the early 1900's, when people had to get somewhere without delay. It wasn’t until the late 1930's and the early 1940's that all-wheel drive was used constantly by the military and by civilians. The first all-wheel drive system was built by the Cunningham Engineering Company of Boston, in 1900. The system was used on a steam wagon, which was driven by chains…

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    Eco Boost Research Paper

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    attention and turn the heads of others when you drive it off the lot. A picture of the car can be seen here. Vehicle Description This car has a 2.3 L EcoBoost engine and is rear wheel drive. It has stylish black leather interior with grey stitching. It comes with a power driver seat, power windows, and power locks. The car is Ford Certified which means it has passed our 172-point inspection. It is accompanied by 24-hour roadside assistance, a vehicle history report, comprehensive 12…

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    SUVs and cars on the road less traveled. As in dirt roads, over majestic mountain passages, and on the beaches. Such out of the ordinary driving can take its toll on your vehicle. Whether you’re driving on dirt roads or fording a stream, you need to make sure that your vehicle is up to the task. A Matter of Altitude Most vehicles shouldn’t have a problem driving at high altitude, including at elevations of 10,000 feet and above. However, your car will behave differently as thinner air will cut…

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    among the most dangerous vehicles in use today. They are typically used by shuttling services, colleges, elderly care centers, churches, and community organizations for transporting up to 15 people (including the driver) at a time. These vehicles are also rented out, which means they are often driven by people without prior experience who may lack awareness of the van's safety issues. Why 15 Passenger Vans Are Dangerous The passenger cabin extends well beyond the rear axle (up to 4 feet).…

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    Chapter-1 Introduction  Concept: A hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) augments an electric vehicle (EV) with a second source of power referred to as the alternative power unit (APU). A hybrid can achieve the cruising range and performance advantages of conventional vehicles with the low-noise, low-exhaust emissions, and energy independence benefits of electric vehicles Accordingly, the hybrid concept, where the alternative power unit is used as a second source of energy, is gaining acceptance…

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    ultimate expressions of personal freedom. You can drive wherever you want, as long as nobody else gets in your way. Accordingly, therein lies the problem with driving, the age of distracted and entitled drivers is upon us. Few drivers on the road properly prepare themselves for the dangers of operating a 2-ton guided missile on public roadways with hundreds of other people. Getting yourself physically, mentally and emotionally prepared to drive is a simple process that too many of today’s…

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    Gears are of three types basically-front wheel, rear wheel, four wheel. Front wheel means in the vehicle power is transmitted only in the front wheels. Rear wheel means power is transmitted only in the rear wheel. Four wheel means all the wheel has power. When two gears mesh, and one gear is bigger than the other (even though the size of the teeth must match), a mechanical advantage is produced…

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    Buick Brand Analysis

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    The Buick brand made quite a bit of noise just ahead of the start of the 2016 North American International Auto Show in Detroit this past weekend. GM’s premium brand introduced two vehicles — a compact crossover SUV and a rear-wheel drive sport coupe. The first model is a production vehicle known as the Buick Envision. The second model is a concept coupe, dubbed the Avista. At this point, only the Envision is assured — the Avista’s place in Buick’s line up has yet to be confirmed. Given that…

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    spot. You can’t park next to a driveway, near a construction zone, fire zones or a fire hydrant. Next, use your blinker to signal toward the space as you approach it, slow down, and stop. Make sure to let the vehicle behind you know that you are going to park. Watch the vehicle behind you because the driver can either wait patiently or go around you. If the driver chooses to go around you, then you must wait until the driver passes you. If you don’t wait you might hit the car as you try…

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    Using a motor vehicle has been a necessity the has become vital to our generation to get from place to place. People have relied on vehicle transportation for many years, and not until recently have people start to question whether or not everyone should be able to operate a motor vehicle, including young teenagers. There has been many reports and statistics about how teens are the leading cause of automobile accidents. According to RMIIA (Rocky Mountain Insurance Information Association) it…

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