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The Truth About Buying a Used Chevy; Here's a 2007 Chevy Trailblazer LS Example

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Why buying a cheap Chevy SUV makes sense sometimes.; here's an example with a Chevy Trailblazer (Scotty Kilmer oldie but goodie from Dec 10, 2020). A teen bought a Chevy Trailblazer for $3000, and mechanic Scotty Kilmer offers his review. Spoiler? It was a good purchase.  Straight six PROS Straight six cylinder engine -- a naturally balanced engine that doesn't burn oil. Timing chain instead of a "stupid" timing belt. With over 200,000 miles Scotty Kilmer can barely feel the transmission shift. Transmission runs smooth. CONS Typical transfer case failure with a GM vehicle. Only rear-wheel drive works. High pressure line blew to the transmission blew, but it didn't damage the transmission.  Scotty Kilmer is a mechanic with over 53 years experience.  Shared knowledge with emphasis on the truth, according to Scotty. More Scotty Kilmer videos ... youtube.com/c/ScottyKilmermechanic/videos Don't buy the cheapest tires. In six or seven years most tires get dry ro...

S3XY Light Show to Carol of the Bells by Jonathan Young from Tesla

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Tesla provided a video with a link to an xLights guide on how to program Tesla vehicle lights (SOURCE: Tesla). Tesla programed their lights to Carol of the Bells performed by Jonathan Young Fet. Richaadeb and share this YouTube video on Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24, 2021. The code instruction guidelines are available at github.com/teslamotors/light-show .   NEWS ROLL   Arlingtoncardinal.com/newsroll FIND THE BEST NEWS SOURCES

Shelby Church Reveals Her Cost to Charge Her Tesla

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Shelby Church: "REAL cost to charge a Tesla (revealing my electricity bill)." Shelby Church found an app, the EV Smart Charging App,  that measures the electricity she uses to charge her Tesla. She said she found her charging of her Tesla in one month cost $36.14 after driving about 700 miles during the month.  Shelby Church is a popular fashion and lifestyle vlogger on the YouTube channel, who reports in 2021 that she lives in Los Angeles.   NEWS ROLL   Arlingtoncardinal.com/newsroll FIND THE BEST NEWS SOURCES

EcoBoost 400 HP Ford Police Interceptor Review

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Ford Police Interceptor Hybrid and 400HP Police Interceptor Review. The primary nameplate used by Ford for vehicles purposed as police vehicles since 1992 is the Ford Police Interceptor. The Ford models modified and sold for police, fire and other emergency service use.  The primary vehicles sold as Police Interceptors are the Police Interceptor Utility and the Police Interceptor Sedan. The Police Interceptor is a specialized Ford Explorer that was introduced in 2013. In 2019, for the 2020 model year, the second generation Ford Police Interceptor Utility was introduced with a new rear wheel drive platform, based on the sixth-generation Ford Explorer. The Ford Police Interceptor Sedan (FPIS) was introduced as the sedan of the Ford Police Interceptor range for the 2013 model year, based on the sixth generation Ford Taurus. The Ford Police Interceptor Sedan was discontinued when the Ford Taurus was discontinued in March 2019. For awhile there was a Ford Police Responder Hy...

Unveiling of the Tesla Semi and Roadster by Elon Musk December 2017

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Tesla: "Semi is the safest, most comfortable truck ever. Four independent motors provide maximum power and acceleration and require the lowest energy cost per mile." (SOURCE: Tesla The Tesla Semi truck can travel 500 miles on a single charge. The Tesla semi-truck stays in lane and automatically comes to a stop in case of driver medical emergency. The truck can automatically stop jackknifing because it has independent motors on each wheel and dynamically adjusts the torque on each wheel. Guaranteed not to break down for 1 million miles. The truck has four independent motors. If two motors fail, "it will still have the performance of a diesel truck," according to Elon Musk. The kinetic energy from braking is sent to the battery pack instead of wearing down the break pads. There are no emissions, no differentials, and no transmissions. The glass is considered "thermonuclear-proof" glass that will not brake.  Tesla.com/semi "Hardcore smackdown to the ...

2017 Jeep Compass Trailhawk Review by AutoGuide.com

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AutoGuide takes the Jeep Compass Trailhawk off-road. According to AutoGuide, the 2017 Jeep Compass Trailhawk is probably the most hardcore off-roader in its segment. No, it's not going to conquer Moab, Utah; but the compact crossover is more capable than you'd ever need. The Compass has a 9-speed transmission. 4-Wheel Rock Mode shows good distribution of power. Good power on village roads, but power is a little lacking off road. Driver has to press heavy on the accelerator to overcome rocky obstacles. Includes Hill Descent and Hill Ascent control. Not much wheel slippage in soft sand. 👉 NEWS ROLL   Arlingtoncardinal.com/newsroll FIND THE BEST NEWS SOURCES

Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan: 38 MPG Ford Fusion Hybrid

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The Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan: 38 MPG Ford Fusion Hybrid Get Police Makeover The Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan is expected to be available Summer 2018. The vehicle is able to sense aggressive driving -- as during a pursuit -- and more aggressively charge the battery. The vehicle is more expensive than Police Interceptor sedans, but Ford says police departments can recoup the extra cost in about one year with fuel savings. The primary nameplate used by Ford for vehicles purposed as police vehicles since 1992 is the Ford Police Interceptor. The Ford models modified and sold for police, fire and other emergency service use.  The primary vehicles sold as Police Interceptors are the Police Interceptor Utility and the Police Interceptor Sedan. The Police Interceptor is a specialized Ford Explorer that was introduced in 2013. In 2019, for the 2020 model year, the second generation Ford Police Interceptor Utility was introduced with a new rear wheel drive platform, b...

Rough Country Bull Bars - Big, Bold, Bang For Your Buck

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Advertiser: Rough Country Bull Bars the ultimate combination of form and function with Rough Country's beefy yet stylish Bull Bars. Rough Country Bull Bars with a 3-inch diameter tube design and corrosion-resistant finish, Rough Country’s Bull Bars offer superior protection from hazards of the road and trails. Available in a black powder coat or polished stainless steel finish, these Bull Bars protect the front of your truck or SUV while complimenting the look of your vehicle and even feature pre-drilled holes to easily add additional lighting. Rough Country's Bull Bars feature a 100% bolt-on installation procedure that can easily be done in a home garage with common tools and are backed by a 5-Year Warranty.