Monthly Archives: August 2002

Give your car a facelift

Posted on August 31, 2002 by Chris Chase

by Iris Winston Scratches, stone chips, nicks, faded paint, minor rust spots. Perhaps the car parked next to yours in the parking lot was too close for comfort and its door scraped your fender as it opened. Maybe the gravel … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance, Motorsports, Performance and Customization | Comments Off on Give your car a facelift

Test Drive: 2002 Lexus RX 300

Posted on August 30, 2002 by Grant

2002 Lexus RX 300 Coach editionClick image to enlarge Story and photos by Grant Yoxon Frank, my truck driving nephew, wasn’t impressed with the Lexus RX 300. “Townie,” he sneered. Frank knows a thing or two about trucks. He owns … Continue reading →

Posted in Lexus, Test Drives | Comments Off on Test Drive: 2002 Lexus RX 300

Mitsubishi Canada announces prices for 2003 models

Posted on August 30, 2002 by Autos

August 30, 2002 Mitsubishi Canada announces prices for 2003 models Toronto, Ontario – Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc. (MMSCAN) today announced suggested retail pricing for most 2003 models which go on sale September 3rd. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on Mitsubishi Canada announces prices for 2003 models

Chrysler to be prominent at 2002 SEMA show

Posted on August 30, 2002 by Autos

August 30, 2002 Chrysler to be prominent at 2002 SEMA show Diamond Bar, California – Chrysler Group is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the 2002 SEMA Show and will be at center stage during the SEMA Show at the … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on Chrysler to be prominent at 2002 SEMA show

New study finds SUVs being used as family vehicles

Posted on August 30, 2002 by Autos

August 30, 2002 New study finds SUVs being used as family vehicles Washington, D.C. – According to a new U.S. study by R. L. Polk & Co., over 25 percent of SUV owners feel that this type of vehicle is … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on New study finds SUVs being used as family vehicles

Canadian Auto Workers union to announce Big Three strike target on September 5th

Posted on August 30, 2002 by Autos

August 30, 2002 Canadian Auto Workers union to announce Big Three strike target on September 5th Toronto, Ontario – Canadian Auto Workers’ union president Buzz Hargrove will announce which of the Big Three automakers the union will target in its … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on Canadian Auto Workers union to announce Big Three strike target on September 5th

Feature: The return of the Red Buses

Posted on August 29, 2002 by Chris Chase

Click image to enlarge by Ted Laturnus Glacier National Park, in Montana, is one of the most majestic wilderness areas in North America. The Road To The Sun Highway, past the Weeping Wall, near the Alberta border, is by itself … Continue reading →

Posted in Brands, Industry, Concepts | Comments Off on Feature: The return of the Red Buses

Federal and provincial governments contribute $10 million to improve New Brunswick highway

Posted on August 29, 2002 by Autos

August 29, 2002 Federal and provincial governments contribute $10 million to improve New Brunswick highway Ottawa, Ontario – The government of Canada and the government of New Brunswick today announced a cost sharing agreement for a $10 million highway construction … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on Federal and provincial governments contribute $10 million to improve New Brunswick highway

Honda offers new accessories on 2003 Accord

Posted on August 29, 2002 by Autos

August 29, 2002 Honda offers new accessories on 2003 Accord Toronto, Ontario – The all-new 2003 Honda Accord will offer an expanded lineup of Honda Accessories, including an in-dash MP3/digital media player, an in-dash 6-disc CD changer, a hands free … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on Honda offers new accessories on 2003 Accord

Mercedes-Benz Canada announces prices for 2003 E-Class, CLK-Class cars

Posted on August 29, 2002 by Autos

August 29, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Canada announces prices for 2003 E-Class, CLK-Class cars Click image to enlarge Toronto, Ontario – Mercedes-Benz Canada announced pricing and availability for the new-generation 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedans and CLK-Class coupes. The E-Class sedans will begin … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on Mercedes-Benz Canada announces prices for 2003 E-Class, CLK-Class cars

UDetachable hard drive can be used as car jukebox

Posted on August 29, 2002 by Autos

August 29, 2002 Detachable hard drive can be used as car jukebox Santa Clara, California – A California company has unveiled its latest hard disk-based music server solution, the PD Hercules Car Jukebox. The Jukebox comes with a standard 20 … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on UDetachable hard drive can be used as car jukebox

U.S. safety organization mandates lower tether anchors for child seats

Posted on August 29, 2002 by Autos

August 29, 2002 U.S. safety organization mandates lower tether anchors for child seats Washington, D.C. – Beginning September 1, 2002, the U. S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will require new child safety seats to have … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on U.S. safety organization mandates lower tether anchors for child seats

Rebates and low interest financing motivate car-buyers – J.D. Power

Posted on August 29, 2002 by Autos

August 29, 2002 Rebates and low interest financing motivate car-buyers – J.D. Power Westlake Village, California – Aggressive manufacturer-sponsored rebates and low-interest finance rates that have spurred strong auto sales are proving to be an effective tool in influencing the … Continue reading →

Posted in General News | Comments Off on Rebates and low interest financing motivate car-buyers – J.D. Power