Functionality is a virtue, but the vehicle faces competition from within its own showroom.
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Automobile news and information from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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On the Road Review: VW Jetta SEL
The new model’s design is more streamlined and more polished.
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Driving more won’t extend truck’s life
‘You can’t drive your way to saving money.’
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Interactive map: Where Maine’s electric cars are
See how many electric cars are registered in your city or town, according to vehicle registration data from the Secretary of State.
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Brothers play blame game over damage to ’63 BMW
There’s evidence that both were at fault.
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Good neighbor helps work out bad battery connection
Sometimes inaccurately known as the magic light trick.
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Car styling is largely dictated by fuel and safety requirements
Competition for the same buyers plays a part, too.
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Miser wonders how long to wait between oil changes
Switching to synthetic should be a time-saver.
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Sheared-off lug nuts probably due to overtightening by air wrench
Now, torque sticks help prevent the problem.
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Series-hybrid purist searches for a car
The Chevrolet Volt is an excellent option.