Lexus Suspends Sale of Its GX460 Luxury SUV
August 6th, 2010 | 
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On April 13, 2010, following the news that Consumer Reports Magazine gave the Lexus GX460 a “Don’t Buy” rating, Toyota’s Lexus division has requested that its dealers stop sale of the 2010 GX460 model. The GX460, which is a large luxury sport-utility vehicle (“SUV”), was given the rating by following tests in which Consumer Reports found that the vehicle its electronic stability control was not immediately responsive causing its rear wheels to dangerously roll over during sharp turns.
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The Newest Full-Size SUV Mazda CX-9
The 2010 Mazda CX-9 is the newest full-size SUV offering from Mazda, and has been lauded by reviewers and customers alike for its comfort, style, and available options. Mazda has been known for its unwavering reliability, and the CX-9 is no exception: This is an SUV that will carry you, your family, and all of your gear swiftly and competently.
Powered by a strong 3.7 liter V6, the CX-9 sees 273 horsepower sent to its front wheels, making it considerably more powerful than most SUVs in its class for the price. The V6′s horsepower is more than enough to get the 4400 pound SUV to scoot around in traffic; most customers find that their favorite feature is the fact that the hefty Japanese SUV will get up and go when they need it to. The 3.7 liter V6 also comes with a very respectable 270 foot-pounds of torque, ensuring that the weight of the vehicle itself won’t compromise its passing ability. This engine, in typical Mazda fashion, is a high-revving type; peak horsepower is reached at 6250 RPM, with peak torque found at a lower 4250 RPM. This lower torque peak is essential for its excellent towing ability. Its 270 foot-pounds directly contribute to its 2000 pound useful towing capacity, and ensure that the driver has more than enough oomph to get up any hill that might stand in his or her way.
Choosing an SUV
SUVs are extremely popular today among many crowds. They are very versatile vehicles. They come in many different sizes, shapes, and costs. They offer more power and height than a regular car. There is much more cargo space in an SUV, and oftentimes greater seating capacity. However, there are so many options now, that it can be a little overwhelming when you are trying to choose the right SUV that fits your lifestyle, family, and budget.
Size is the first thing you will want to decide on. Midsize SUVs are more fuel efficient than larger SUVs, have a good balance of power and cargo space, and are relatively easy to handle. Smaller SUVs have the best fuel efficiency and lowest cost, but they offer little cargo and seating space. Larger SUVs usually have all of the bells and whistles but can really rack up your fueling costs.
Chrysler Voyager Review
When the original Chrysler Voyager was launched in the mid-80s, it created the Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) as we know it today, a vehicle with seven or eight seats that drives like a car. It was such a hit that it sent all car manufacturers, including the Japanese and Europeans, back to the drawing boards to develop their own MPV models.
Twenty years on, with almost every carmaker having its own interpretation of the Voyager, Chrysler has had to continually upgrade its MPVs to maintain a lead in the segment that it created. The present Grand Voyager is the second-generation model and was launched in the late 90s. It had an exterior facelift two years ago, and this year it gets the revolutionary ‘Stow n Go ‘ seats.
Suzuki Grand Vitara Review
The Grand Vitara has always been a rather agricultural beast, but Suzuki has realized that the expectations of buyers of small four-wheel drives have moved on. The new Grand Vitara has been designed to perform rather better on-road, starting with the fundamentals. The ladder-frame chassis has gone, replaced by a monocoque structure.
Keep The Battery Running
A little care will keep the battery charged in the cold times as well as the warmest.
Here ‘s how:
1. Calculate the battery age. If your battery is older than five years you need to replace it.
2. Go to a mechanic to do a battery load test. It tests if the set is able of generating enough power in the days with negative temperatures. If you fail the test, replace it.
The 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
The Mitsubishi Outlander has not broken much new ground. It has been dependable, but not necessarily an eye-catcher. It has been re-designed for 2010 as a Crossover SUV. More often, they are referred to as a CUV (cross-over utility vehicle.)
Considerations When Shopping For New SUV Tires
If things hold up, it appears that this summer gas will stay south of three dollars a gallon. That is amazing considering how a couple of summers ago it looked as if it was headed to the five or six dollars a gallon range and was going to stay there. Back then, there was great desire by many drivers to unload their big SUVs for something smaller. But eventually the prices went down and most SUVs stayed on the road and in their owners’ garages.
Safety Tips for SUVs
If someone is planning to purchase a SUV, one should remember that SUVs need huge care and proper maintenance. One will also need to follow some safety rules to drive. The drivers need to follow SUVs safety rules especially in cold weather conditions. It is always advised to break early in cold or rainy weather. It is true that SUVs are quite heavy in weight as compared to other vehicles and thus require brakes to be applied on time for complete safety. While turning the vehicle, one should apply brakes early but make sure to remove the foot from brake in the beginning of turn. It reduces the chances of any type of sliding or skidding.
One should drive SUVs according to road conditions. It is true that SUVs run smoothly on snow covered areas but make sure to stop trickily on these types of road conditions. Driving SUV burns much more fuel as compared to others so one needs to fill at least half the tank in cooler months in order to prevent condensation. It is essential to check the condition of tires frequently. Fill the air in tires according to recommended pressure. The inflation pressure should also be checked regularly especially during colder months as under inflation, it can lessen gripping power which obviously no one wants.
Chevy Equinox 2010
The Chevrolet Equinox has been around for a few years, but has not been a big seller. GM’s engineers heard the messages from consumers about mileage, costs, and other value-related aspects. This new model is almost 80% all new compared to the current 2009 model.