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The downturn in the state's economy is putting the brakes on new car dealership employment, with an estimated 15 percent of Hawai'i's dealer workforce, or 750 people, being laid off this year. Moreover, the Hawaii Automobile Dealers Association believes that number could double to 1,500 people or more if an automobile industry rescue plan isn't enacted in Washington. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Jaguar XF: The Cat Is Back Dec 12, 2008
wheels, an even better audio system with a six-CD changer and satellite radio, cooled as well as heated front seats, a power rear window shade, an active suspension system and bigger brakes ... The XF hasn't yet been crash-tested in the U.S. but comes with standard safety gear than includes front, side, and head-protecting side curtain airbags, antilock brakes, active head restraints, and stability and traction control. (BusinessWeek)
Audi supercar's V10 boost Dec 11, 2008
Lighter, more fade-resistant ceramic brakes are optional. The easiest way to identify the R8 V10 from the standard model is by its new, 19-inch Y-spoke alloy wheels and dual oval exhaust pipes (V8 model features quad exhausts). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
New Models: 196mph Audi R8 V10 unveiled Dec 11, 2008
196mph Audi R8 V10 unveiled - Latest Car News from 4Car. This is the new range-topping 196mph - the most powerful and fastest version of its mid-engined supercar. (Channel 4 News)
DiNapoli endorses Big 3 bailout Dec 11, 2008
The company makes brakes and rotors for the automotive, motorcycle and aerospace industries. A collapse of one or more of the major automakers would further exacerbate New York s already gloomy economic situation, DiNapoli warned, announcing his support for a federal bailout of the Big three. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Disrupting Detroit Dec 11, 2008
Tapping The Brakes (130 sec.) Global economic factors are making it more likely the Fed will press pause on further rate hikes. Reviving Doha (150 sec.) Political pressures will likely delay a comeback of the collapsed world trade talks. (Forbes -- Business)
Sexy VW Sedan Still Needs Surgery to Fix Stumpy Rear End: Jason H. Harper Dec 10, 2008
I was also impressed by the sure and quick-stopping brakes, one of the reassuring marks of a well-engineered German car. Over several days I alternatively drove on wet, icy and snow-skimmed gravel roads, where the all-wheel-drive and the all- season 18-inch tires served me well. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
BMW, Daimler to Benefit Along With Detroit From U.S. Auto Industry Bailout Dec 10, 2008
Anti- locks brakes for GMs Chevrolet Suburban, for instance, wouldnt be suitable for Volkswagens Golf. Enormously Messy. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
JM's state football championship captured all the good things about teams that never give up on themselves. Dec 10, 2008
With no brakes, I slid into a wayside area. Moments later, I gunned my VW across a patch of grass when I saw another car sliding toward the same spot--sideways. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
O'Neil off deadlinel: Bush bailouts backfire Dec 10, 2008
Put the brakes on the bailouts for big companies and make it worthwhile for the average American. That $600 billion stimulus was barely enough to cover an oil change. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
Buffalo auto sales hit brakes Dec 9, 2008
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A workhorse with less than perfect timing Dec 8, 2008
To make sure the truck can stop decent when fully loaded, the Ram is equipped with anti-lock, four-wheel vented disc brakes. The interior of the Sport is very upmarket and comparable in details to a near-luxury car. (Vancouver Sun)
Toughest Ceramic Mimics Mother Of Pearl Dec 8, 2008
A fiber-reinforced ceramic, traditionally used in jets, has now been made into brakes for cars. The fibers strengthen the material and help keep it. (Science Daily)
What's New: New Club Car utility vehicle introduced (15) Dec 8, 2008
Built on a steel frame, the full-featured, mid-size XRT900 vehicles offer three new professional-grade vehicles with technology, features and performance at a price that will appeal to consumers who demand premium features such as shift-on-the-fly four-wheel drive and four-wheel disc brakes. The XRT900 Series also features a commercial grade Vanguard 480cc V-twin engine drive and independent rear suspension for a smooth ride and off-road capability. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Advertising: With trouble in Detroit, Madison Avenue cringes Dec 8, 2008
The decision by the auto industry to hit the brakes is a major reason for ZenithOptimedia's decision to reduce its forecast for all ad spending in North America for 2009. The previous estimate was for a gain of 0. (International Herald Tribune)
Plymouth manufacturer to make environmentally friendly machines Dec 8, 2008
The company makes components for electronic devices, such as cell phones and laptop computers; for standard combustion engines; for anti-lock brakes and for medical equipment, such as an endoscope. The firm's customers come from all over the world, including Mexico and South America. (Republican-American)
Coolant questions Dec 7, 2008
The regular brakes are working, but what is the problem and what should I do. A. The ABS hydraulic pump is running continuously, but it's supposed to run only when the ABS is activated. (Boston Globe)
Ford's doing something right Dec 6, 2008
As the redesigned 2009 Ford F-150 pickup starts rolling into dealerships, Ford marketing executives are eschewing those elaborate TV commercials in which trucks swing by their tow hooks in giant centrifuges, race through gantlets of flying steel pendulums, or chatter their brakes to the edge of a precipice while trying to stop a 10,000-pound trailer. I'm sorry, but those commercials are awesome. (Boston Globe)
Drunk driving charge for Ohioan spinning on runway Dec 6, 2008
Police say after officers followed Montgomery to a parking lot, he told them he had permission from the Federal Aviation Administration to test his brakes on the runway. Comments. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Gas Savings Tips You Can Implement Today Dec 6, 2008 Stanford Grad Gives $33M For Stem Cell Research Dec 6, 2008 Top common dreams and their meanings Dec 6, 2008 Solar-Powered Car Finishes Trip Around World Dec 5, 2008 Honda pulls out of F1 amid economic slowdown Dec 5, 2008 Column: To-do or not to-do Dec 4, 2008 Was The Recession Preventable? Dec 4, 2008 * Minis debut is simply electric Dec 4, 2008 Future uncertain Dec 4, 2008 F1 engine could make me quit: Alonso Dec 3, 2008 Local dealer: Bailout needed Dec 2, 2008 Why Restaurants Are Bringing Back All-You-Can-Eat Dec 2, 2008 F1 race wide open: Lewis Dec 2, 2008 New Porsche mean & green Dec 1, 2008 2009 Ford F-150 gets even better Dec 1, 2008 LETTER: Reduce speed in Hingham Centre Dec 1, 2008 CarDomain Announces Winners of Best of SEMA 2008 Nov 30, 2008 Germany: Continental Looks to Curb Production Nov 30, 2008 Mitsubishi's pricey peak performer Nov 29, 2008 Click here to read more. Nov 29, 2008 Nascar hits the skids Nov 29, 2008 City finances stable despite $450,774 shortfall Nov 29, 2008 Ford F-150 truck still at the top Nov 28, 2008 Why did cops sit idle while parking lot was zoo? Nov 28, 2008 AAA: Check car for winter Nov 28, 2008 SAVING ON GAS: How two families mastered the task Nov 28, 2008 REGION: More folks looking to boost job skills Nov 27, 2008 Forest County Court Report (11.26.2008) Nov 27, 2008 Consumer confidence rises in Nov. Nov 26, 2008 More of this story Nov 26, 2008 Be prepared to drive safely this winter Nov 26, 2008 Phony Goods Pose Big Health, Safety Risks Nov 26, 2008 Motoring : Eight reasons to fall in love Nov 25, 2008 Obama: Economic worst still to come Nov 25, 2008 Starfire must meet requirements for $325K Nov 25, 2008 Ripped From the Shelves and Our Hearts Nov 24, 2008 Cheap gas might pump up travel Nov 24, 2008 Crisis could benefit Chinese bargain hunters Nov 24, 2008 Response from cyclist Nov 24, 2008 Brazil's biofuel industry dries up Nov 23, 2008 How to Handle Small Powerboats Safe... Nov 23, 2008 Now's the time for winter car maintenance Nov 23, 2008 Second-hand furnishings that give a first-rate look Nov 23, 2008 Luxury spending shrinking along with Wall Street bonuses Nov 23, 2008 Gas Savings Tips You Can Implement Today Nov 22, 2008 Is Your Car Ready for Winter? Nov 22, 2008 Caltrain says back-to-back mechanical breakdowns were coincidence Nov 22, 2008 Brakes on super-luxury car sales Nov 22, 2008 Government to ditch prudence for life support Nov 21, 2008 SL65 AMG Black Series, most powerful Mercedes-Benz ever Nov 21, 2008 He's 'lost' $12bn, but Twiggy is still smiling Nov 21, 2008 Review: BMW 335d is sweet, and diesel suits the 3 Series Nov 21, 2008 Best of the beast Nov 21, 2008 General Dynamics to buy AxleTech Nov 21, 2008 All-New 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible Makes Its World Debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show Nov 20, 2008 Some tales of Wyoming coyotes Nov 20, 2008 In pursuit of Nebraska pronghorns Nov 20, 2008 How a car repossession goes down Nov 20, 2008 City fighting federal air restrictions Nov 20, 2008 Marlborough puts brakes on car dealership Nov 20, 2008 Traveling During Winter Weather? Tips to Keep You Safe Nov 20, 2008 Road To Auto Bailout 'Not Going To Be Easy' Nov 20, 2008 Delphi Workers React as Congress Stalls Auto Industry Bailout Nov 20, 2008 Writer shows his youth and his inexperience Nov 20, 2008 New, More Fuel-Efficient Porsche Boxster And Cayman Make Joint Debut In Los Angeles Nov 19, 2008
Overhaul Your Drive Style: It's hard to make changes, but if you really want to see increased gas mileage it's suggested you avoid unnecessary idling, revving your engine and slamming on the brakes. It is recommended that you stop and start gently, use cruise control when possible and combine errands or carpool. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Is Your Car Ready for Winter? Dec 6, 2008
Your safety and well being rest on your car's brakes. Never cut corners. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
By integrating a motor, suspension system, brakes and tire into a standalone. Robbers dressed for success in one of France's biggest-ever jewelry thefts. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
The circumstances can vary, for example, you may find that you have no brakes, or that the steering wheel doesn't work, or that you have run out of fuel ... Vaibhav Jain, a sales manager with a leading telecom company, recalls "I don't remember my dreams. But a few years ago, when I was getting over a troubled relationship and going through an emotional turbulence, I used to have a recurring dream that I am driving a car and suddenly the brakes failed. It was an intense feeling.". (India Times, India)
It meets all safety standards in Switzerland and has headlights, brakes, blinkers and other standard safety features. Before his world trip, Palmer, 36, used it for a year to commute to the school in Lucerne, Switzerland, where he taught. (Fox News)
The withdrawal of one of the world's biggest car manufacturers will send shock waves through F1, which is already under mounting pressure to put the brakes on spiraling costs and could start the season with only 18 cars on the grid. "This is a wake-up call," F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone told Sky News television. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
I write: "Interview at least three people today for my magazine story. Feed Bruno (my cat). Take my bike to the shop to get new brakes. RELAX. Call my mom to tell her I love her. Give at least one homeless person some change. Work on art projects.". As my day continues and chores get done, crossing one of the items off my list has become very satisfying. (Northeastern News, MA)
John Osbon of Osbon Capital Management says that since debt caused the recession and only the elimination of debt can end it, the whole mess was unstoppable: "With perfect hindsight, could we have done anything? No. In my view, since there never was and still isn't any way to de-lever globally without causing an economic slowdown. That would be like driving in a race car with the brakes on all the time.". Nick Raich, head equity analyst at the National City (nyse: - - ) Private Client Group also... (Forbes)
To squeeze as much range as possible out of the Mini Es batteries its brakes act as power generators, topping up the batteries as the car slows down with energy that would otherwise be wasted as heat. The battery has a life of around 160,000km and can be fully charged in under two hours from a high-power socket. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
And if specific parts aren't being made, there's no choice left for the consumer who needs new brakes for their car, but can't get them anymore. There is a lot of "ifs," but theoretically it's possible, Turner said. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
" Alonso won two races for Renault this year with the French manufacturer recovering from early doldrums to end the year in fourth place overall. In 2009, with the introduction of slick tyres and the new KERS device that recovers energy from the brakes to provide extra bursts of power, the Spaniard said he would be going for the title again. "I cannot allow myself to start the championship without thinking I am going to win," he said. "My aim and that of the team is the title. It's a very clear... (India Times, India)
You have suppliers that make brakes, airbags, tires, White explains. This leads to an impact on the import market, he says, explaining their suppliers are mostly the same ones who supply the Big Three Chrysler, Ford and GM and tire manufacturers biggest customers are not retail but the Big Three and import manufacturers. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
But then consumers began slamming the brakes on spending. Restaurants, by nature a discretionary splurge, are feeling the pinch. (Slate)
The season, which starts in Australia on March 29, will also see the introduction of KERS systems designed to convert the heat energy generated by the cars' brakes into short bursts of additional power. Hamilton, who last month became the sport's youngest champion after beating Ferrari's Brazilian Felipe Massa by a single point, said he had no plans to return to the racetrack before January. (India Times, India)
The car s wheelbase (distance between the front and rear wheels) and track (the distance between left and right wheels) are unchanged on the new car, but Porsche has tweaked the suspension and fitted bigger brakes to cater for the improved performance ... The steering has been retuned for easier city manoeuvring and the brakes now have a pre-loading function which moves the callipers closer to the discs in preparation for an emergency stop if the driver lifts off the accelerator pedal in a... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
An integrated, factory-installed trailer brake controller allows direct operation of a trailer's electronic brakes through a control module on the instrument panel. A video camera mounted below the Ford oval in the center of the tailgate displays an image on the navigation screen on trucks equipped with that option or on the rearview mirror on trucks without the navigation system. (San Francisco Chronicle)
I almost got mowed down and while I recognize that the man did not see me, had he been going slower he would have given himself time to at least apply his brakes. Thank you everyone and I hope you have nice Thanksgiving. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Off-Road -- ICON FJ43, featuring Recaro Carbon Sport seats, a 450HP LS series alloy V8, 4L65E auto, Atlas II transfer case, Dynatrac axles with four wheel power assisted vented and slotted disc brakes ... Sport Compact -- Vivid Racing EVO X, featuring BASF GT3RS Green paint, including an upgrade of new Rotora front 6piston 355mm and rear 4piston 328mm brakes in matching color with Rotora logo. (PR Newswire)
Last month the Hannover-based maker of brakes, electronics and other auto components said signs of a drastic slowdown have become evident as its third-quarter net profit dwindled to almost nothing despite an increase in sales. The company lowered its sales forecast for 2008 to euro25 billion ($32 billion) from euro26. (ABC News -- Wire)
For those people, the Lancer Evolution MR - with its turbocharged, 291-horsepower, four-cylinder engine; its double-clutch, six-speed transmission that can be shifted automatically or manually; its Brembo performance brakes; and waist-hugging Recaro seats - is an absolute bargain. I never thought I'd see anybody smile over a Mitsubishi car with a base price approaching $39,000. (Boston Globe)
"It has air conditioning; it has power windows, four-wheel disc brakes.". Now, the '66 GTO also is for sale, "if the right guy comes along," Frattaroli said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
"It just grew exponentially in recent years, and each weekend we saw cars going home because they were unable to qualify. Teams were staffing up and staffing up, and maybe it was time to put the brakes on.". The question now is whether Nascar can bring its sudden decline shuddering to a halt before more of its biggest names hit the end of the road. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
He has also put the brakes on training. There will be training, essential and only directly related to positions, Fontes said. (Nogales International, AZ)
All safety equipment is standard, including curtain air bags, antilock brakes, stability control and traction control. Consumer Reports rates the F-150 "average" in expected reliability. (The Augusta Chronicle)
The male driving the car slammed on his brakes and continued to drive fast through the parking lot. To my right were about six Marysville police officers just the (expletive) and having a good old time. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Other important areas to check in preparation for winter include the vehicle's fluid levels, lights, brakes, exhaust system and heater/defroster. Motorists should also remember to continue regular oil and filter changes at the intervals recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Instead of zooming up to stoplights and slamming on the brakes, she slowed down when she approached intersections. When merging, she waited until she had a clear right-of-way so she didn't have to race ahead of approaching cars. (USA Today -- Money)
Automotive Alignment, Brakes and Suspension. Automotive Quick Service Assistant. (North County Times)
Joshua L. Peterson of Wabeno, charged with inadequate/defective brakes, was found guilty due to no contest and fined $160. 80. (Forest Republican, WI)
The season, which accounts for as much as 40 percent of annual profits for many stores, already was expected to be the weakest in decades, but the spending outlook has darkened further since September as consumers have slammed on the brakes while they grapple with the fallout from the escalating financial crisis. That includes rising layoffs across all sectors of the economy, and rapidly declining household wealth. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Harry wrote on Nov 25, 2008 4:29 PM:" i agree with you ANN his office on the Town budget totalled $350,000.00 he told the town last night imagine what the school dept. legal dept. costs are..?? this town needs to wake up--other towns are not buying new trucks and all--they put a freeze on all big ticket items where is VACATION JOE TURO on all this..we need the brakes put on town spending and remove and revise these solictors... we only need one full time solictor and part-time attorney to be on... (Westerly Sun, RI)
For cars without anti-lock brakes, use squeeze or threshold braking by applying the brakes just short of lock-up, then easing off the brake pedal slightly. For vehicles with anti-lock brakes, continuous, firm braking is necessary ... - Avoid skids by easing off the accelerator and not locking up the brakes. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
And millions of dollars of look-alike Bendix products, such as valves and brakes, make it to the marketplace annually, Koeppen says. "We've seen brake pads that are made of sawdust," Joiner says. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Brakes Single-piston swing calipers, compound discs, anti-lock and brake assist. send photos, videos ffs to 0424 SMS SMH (+61 424 767 764), or us. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Obama named New York Federal Reserve President Tim Geithner the next treasury secretary at a Monday press conference, where he said the United States faces a ``crisis of historic proportions'' and played down expectations his administration could put the brakes on quickly. This will not be easy. (India Times)
He called the situation a temporary setback, and said Starfire is finalizing negotiations that would have it making brakes for a performance-car manufacturer. Saburro declined to name the company, but said the brakes would go into production at the end of 2009. (Albany Business Review, NY)
"I get a rental car, I load it to the ground and I'm sure the rental car company isn't happy when the tires are all worn and the brakes are worn out from me hauling 1,200 pounds of soda in the trunk," he said. "I actually have to bring a special screwdriver with me to adjust the headlights down because there's so much weight in the back, it slants the front of the car straight up.". (ABC News -- Business)
- Before leaving, check brakes, battery, fluid levels, tire pressure and lights. - Bring a first-aid kit, flashlight, blankets, drinking water and snacks, flares, jumper cables and an ice scraper. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Todd Lee, an analyst and head of the Greater China Group at Global Insight, said the government was likely to put the brakes on companies moving too much wealth overseas. On the one hand, assets are cheaper overseas, so for Chinese companies that are doing well that does present an opportunity, he said from his Boston office. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Believe me, I don't like trying to keep my balance, both brakes clamped, while I shout "Excuse me please," at a pedestrian who has their earbuds in. - Samantha Wells Page 1 of 1. (East Tennessean, TN)
But the global financial crisis has put the brakes on that boom, drying up foreign investment and domestic credit, stalling new projects and prompting cash-strapped ethanol producers to indefinitely postpone expansions. "I'm still ready to play ball, but the ball disappeared," said former Brazilian Agriculture Minister Robert Rodrigues, whose plans for an ethanol start-up were recently put on hold as foreign investors withdrew cash amid fears that a global recession would slow demand for fuel. (Boston Globe)
They turn differently, can move abruptly as loads shift, they have no brakes, and backup poorly ... The key consideration here is that there are no brakes. (Suite101.com)
- All fluid levels should be checked, as well as the vehicle's lights, brakes, and exhaust system. - Assemble and carry an emergency roadside kit that includes a cellular phone and car charger, blankets, paper towels, a flashlight with extra batteries, a first-aid kit, a sack of sand or cat litter or traction mats, an ice scraper and snow brush, jumper cables and emergency flares or reflectors. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
When you put the brakes on spending it requires clever solutions for artwork and wall decorations. If you choose elements that are both stylish and practical it can be a fun and interactive way to brings the walls to life. (Globe and Mail)
The economic brakes are on at Gotham Dream Cars in Manhattan, which rents Ferraris, Lamborghinis and other exotic vehicles. A $400,000 Saleen S7, a 550-horsepower "race car built for the street," costs $2,750 for the first day - with an online discount. (The Palm Beach Post)
Overhaul Your Drive Style: It's hard to make changes, but if you really want to see increased gas mileage it's suggested you avoid unnecessary idling, revving your engine and slamming on the brakes. It is recommended that you stop and start gently, use cruise control when possible and combine errands or carpool. (Pekin Times, IL)
Your safety and well being rest on your car's brakes. Never cut corners. (Pekin Times, IL)
Caltrain spokeswoman Christine Dunn said Wednesday's delays occurred because of problems with the air brakes on a Baby Bullet train. Today, there were issues with a battery on a train. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Skip directly to: Search Box, , , Text Version. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Critics warn taxes will need to rise eventually to balance the books and that could put the brakes on the economy as it emerges from recession -- and turn voters away from Labour. With an election due by May 2010, Prime Minister Gordon Brown needs to turn the popularity spike he has enjoyed during the financial crisis into a sustained boost during a recession. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Bringing the beast to a halt are vented, perforated disc brakes with high-performance compound pads. According to Mercedes-Benz, the only shared body panels between the SL65 Black and the standard SL are the doors. (CNET News)
"They are just taking their foot off the brakes," he said. With Chinese steel demand for 2009 forecast to remain at this year's level of 500 million tonnes, he told shareholders it was business as usual for Fortescue. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Brakes are firm and respond in proportion to the driver's demands ... Equipped similarly to gasoline models, including front, side and head-curtain air bags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control. (USA Today -- Autos)
That power is seamless, seismic, those monster brakes brutal, but this car not only puts the power down impressively and stops consistently well; it also turns in, follows through and dances brilliantly in the curves and over the kerbs, feeding the driver with unexpected confidence and providing a stunning, wild ride in an awesome alter-ego to the city sleeper it can be out on the roads ... AT A GLANCE Engine: Monster 7000rpm V8 = 9 Chassis: Balanced, Best AMG = 7 Transmission: The best auto = 9... (iAfrica.com)
AxleTech makes axles, suspensions, brakes and aftermarket parts for military vehicles, trucks and off-highway machines. The company and its 1,000 employees worldwide will become part of Charlotte-based. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
The G Convertible is offered in two models: the G37 Convertible and the G37S Convertible Sport 6MT, which adds sport-tuned steering and larger sport brakes, along with 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and W-rated performance tires. Also available is a special, limited production G37 Convertible Premier Edition, offered exclusively through the Bloomingdale's Holiday Catalog. (PR Newswire)
Denny Myhre, my cousin, put the brakes to the SUV and, in the backseat, Fran and Audrey leaned forward to look. There they go, Audrey said and I watched through the lens of my 300 mm telephoto as the two yotes trotted slowly across this alpine meadow in Grand Teton National Park. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Boone put the brakes on the pickup and grabbed for his binoculars. There he is, he said. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
"It's a financial thing: how much of a hole are you in being the lessor? [The cars] always get a wash, vacuum and cleanup. But tires, brakes it's all up to them. Some are sold as is, depending on age conditions and value. Some auction houses offer new wheels or bumper painting, but the basics are usually provided and the car is sold.". Beschoff said that though auto sales in general are falling, his company has seen an increase in the percentage of repossessed cars sold this year. (CNN)
In an unrelated matter, Councilman Larry Forsythe said the Public Works Committee was passing along a proposed city ordinance to restrict the use of jake brakes on large diesel trucks while traveling city streets winding through downtown. The ordinance will be reviewed by the city legal counsel and will likely make it back for a vote of the council at an upcoming meeting. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
By Abby Jordan/Daily News staff. Wed Nov 19, 2008, 08:57 AM EST. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Have antifreeze in your radiator, top off windshield wiper fluid, and have your brakes and tires checked out. 1. (FOX23.com, OK)
When senate Democratic leaders acknowledged they didn't have the votes, Reid hit the brakes on the proposed $25 billion loan. But efforts to work out some kind of financial help are continuing. (KCRA 3, CA)
Still, Senate Democratic leaders acknowledged they didn't have the votes, and Majority Leader Harry Reid hit the brakes on the proposed $25 billion loan. The administration and GOP lawmakers want to take the money from a program to develop fuel-efficient cars, but there's not much Democratic backing for that. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Your letter solidified my belief that education doesn t always lead to enlightenment, that sometimes we need to put the brakes on tossing money out toward something that appears ill-designed, and that perhaps we need to look more closely at our educational system. Balance, young Steven, may I suggest you learn it and give thanks to old gaffers like me who ve ensured you ve lived so well instead of complain that we don t do more. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Dynamic suspension and supreme brakes A new suspension set-up gives the new models a combination of even greater driving dynamics and enhanced comfort ... Whenever the driver lets go of the gas pedal very quickly - which is typical of an upcoming emergency braking manoeuvre - the PSM control unit builds up an appropriate level of pressure on the brakes before the driver even presses down the brake pedal, moving the brake pads slightly towards the discs, which significantly improves brake... (Canada Newswire)
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