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By MJ Paradiso

Here are a couple of quick trends in the auto industry over the past few months:
Ford: Not Asking, but Doing
Ford is a classic name in cars. But in an age when most people want new cars, ‘classic’ is not a good association. Ford released an advertising campaign aimed at showcasing the ‘new’ Ford, with greater [...]

In Automotive, Business, Culture, Sales/Marketing on September 5, 2008 with Popularity: 2% [?]
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EarthTalk: Community tourism? Oil change?

By E Magazine

Dear EarthTalk: What is “community based tourism” and how does it purport to safeguard pristine places? — Erin O’Neill, Tukwila, WA
Community based tourism refers to situations in which local people-usually those that are poor or economically marginalized in very rural parts of the world-open up their homes and communities to visitors seeking sustainably achieved cultural, [...]

In Automotive, Culture, Earth and Environment, Travel on August 11, 2008 with Popularity: 3% [?]
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EarthTalk: Plug-in hybrid cars? Green roofs?

By E Magazine

Dear EarthTalk: Should we expect to see “plug-in” hybrid cars anytime soon? I’ve been hearing they are on the horizon but I wonder if that means in one year or 10. – Bill A., Stratford, CT
Gasoline-electric hybrids now, like Toyota’s popular Prius, don’t need to plug in-you just fill their [...]

In Automotive, Culture, Earth and Environment on July 21, 2008 with Popularity: 2% [?]
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The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

By Sachin Seth

Don’t be surprised if it’s a car of the year candidate. [...]

In Automotive, Brands/Advertising/PR, Business, Culture on July 2, 2008 with Popularity: 9% [?]
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Your car is filthy. Clean it.

By Blast Magazine Newsroom

(ARA) - For most Americans, their car is the second biggest investment they will make in their lifetimes. The average price of a light vehicle is $28,715, according to the Comerica Index, so it makes sense to have an annual cleaning ritual to help preserve and maintain your car, just as you undertake regular cleaning to [...]

In Automotive, Culture on June 1, 2008 with Popularity: 1% [?]
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Green, gas-saving secrets of summer vacation driving

By Blast Magazine Newsroom

(ARA) - Millions of Americans will hit the roads during the warm weather months. Whether they’re in the car on business or vacation, many drivers will likely share two major concerns: how they can reduce the impact their motoring has on the environment and on their wallets.
“Gas consumption - and prices - historically rise with [...]

In Automotive, Culture, Earth and Environment on April 1, 2008 with Popularity: 1% [?]
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The 2008 Volkswagen R32

By John Guilfoil

Like a dachshund with a German Shepherd’s bark and a Dalmatian’s bite, the 2008 Volkswagen R32 is a small dog, but it’s fast and packs a punch.
I had the opportunity to spend some time with the 3.2L, 250 horsepower R32 last month, and it left me checking price quotes and option packages.
By the way, $32,990 [...]

In Automotive, Culture on January 30, 2008 with Popularity: 2% [?]
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The 2007 Volkswagen Eos on the Florida Keys

By John Guilfoil

Imagine a New England winter—the air is cold, crisp and clear. It’s a perfect evening to slide back the moon roof and watch the stars with that special someone. Imagine a Florida spring—temperate and green—with weather that makes you want to slide open the sunroof. Imagine a California summer—hot and bright—a convertible paradise.
Picture a car [...]

In Automotive, Culture, Features, Travel on April 1, 2007 with Popularity: 1% [?]
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