Engine swaps 'R' us
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The power limitations of the popular sport-utility vehicle, the Toyota RAV4, prompted one test driver to hypothesize about an engine upgrade to remedy its problems. Engine upgrades were also suggested for the Mazda Miata, Nissan 240SX, Chevrolet's S10 pickup, and the Acura NSX.
Publication Name: Car and Driver
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0008-6002
Year: 1996
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The not-so-passive airbag
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Claims that airbags indiscriminately injure or kill children and adults are untrue. Statistics from the Natl Highway Traffic Safety Admin show that fatalities and injuries in cars with airbags occurred when children and adults were not wearing seatbelts.
Publication Name: Car and Driver
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0008-6002
Year: 1997
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The unforgiving
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A motorcycle can accelerate faster than an automobile, but the automobile can eventually travel as fast as the motorcycle. An automobile has the advantage on winding mountain roads, because it is much more stable than a motorcycle when cornering.
Publication Name: Car and Driver
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0008-6002
Year: 1993
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