Posts Tagged ‘EVO’

The Cars of the Route 66 Rally

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

The Machines that Made Up the Route 66 Rally
Michael Schlee

The Route 66 Rally is over. To say it was fun would be an understatement. It was one of the best experiences I could ever recommend to someone.

Shelby Cobra

Photo Courtesy of Kevin R.

It was 4 days of driving and comradery on some of the best roads America has to offer. For those who missed it, not to worry, there will be another event bigger and better then this one. 2010 was just the first year of this annual event.

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10 Furious Fours

Friday, June 5th, 2009

 

4 Cylinder Engines NOT Focused on MPG

Michael Schlee

 

The 4 Cylinder engine is the ‘small guy’ when it comes to North American automobile engines. Outside of the Smart car that still has a 3 cylinder engine, nothing else is smaller or more fuel efficient.

 

Subaru WRX STi

Subaru WRX STi

 

4 Cylinder engines have become the main stay of compact cars, hybrids and entry level midsize sedans.

 

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Your Favourite Sports Car Under $51,000

Thursday, May 21st, 2009

 

What is Your Favourite Sub-$51,000 Sports Car

Michael Schlee

 

So here it is, one of those impossible to agree on classifications. What is the best sports car under $51,000? Everyone has their idea, and usually, they do not match. With the wide assortment of choices out there, it really all comes down to personal preference.

Dodge Challenger

Dodge Challenger

But I thought hey, why not stir the pot a bit and make a poll on the subject? Let’s see what you, the Autotrader reader, would consider the best sports car under $51,000.

 

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It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a…..car

Wednesday, March 18th, 2009

 

11 Cars With Some of the Biggest Stock Wings in History
By Michael Schlee

 

Downforce is a key ingredient for any race car. By increasing the pressure on the tires, a car is capable of taking corners faster.

Toyota Supra Twin Turbo

Toyota Supra Twin Turbo

How do you create downforce on a car? Well there are a few different ways, but the most common is to apply a spoiler or a wing to a vehicle.

 

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