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Economical and Affordable Green Automotive Technology

Although hybrid cars are the rage, and there are all kinds of alternative energy sources on the horizon, hybrids are cost prohibitive, usually ranging $3000 to $7000 more than the gas only version of that model. However, instead of changing fuel sources, some automotive companies have been using a new type of transmission to improve fuel economy, lower emissions, and actually make vehicles faster without adding to the sticker price.

These companies are using a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and instead of having set gear ratios (or gears), it constantly varies the gear ratios, as well as engine performance, so that they both operate at their most efficient level in any driving scenario.

Because these key components of the power train are at their peak performance at all times, fuel economy is improved by 6-8% and Read More…

05.18.10 | Autos | iwellbc

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The 2010 Acura ZDX awaits you at Walker Acura!

Walker Acura, leading Acura dealer Baton Rouge and New Orleans Louisiana, proudly brings you the 2010 Acura ZDX review. The 2010 Acura ZDX, one of the newest arriving Acura models at Walker Acura, has already received a lot of appreciation. Acura has endowed the ZDX with a futuristic design, advanced technology and luxury features. The interesting aspect of the Acura ZDX is that it cannot be slotted into any particular category. It moves beyond the usual perception and expectation of what an automobile should be. The Acura ZDX is attractive, eccentric, and can probably be described as an all-in-one crossover sports coupe/sedan/SUV.

The ZDX is a great vehicle to drive, be it highways or rough terrain. It is a 5-door wagon with seating capacity for 5 passengers and a 4 wheel-drive option. With a V-6 engine and 6 speed automatic transmission, it is no surprise that the ZDX is a topper Read More…

02.15.10 | Autos | iwellbc

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