Some dare call them minivans

Article Abstract:

Two minivans, the Saturn Relay and the Buick Terraza were unveiled at the Detroit show by GM in 2004, which use the same roof stamping but have a stretched and raised nose in front. The new vans would feature a power of 200 horsepower, 215 pound feet of torque spinning a four-speed automatic and weight of about 3500 pounds.

United States, Motor vehicles and car bodies, Light Truck and Utility Vehicle Manufacturing, Minivans, Evaluation, Vans, Saturn Relay (Automobile), Buick Terraza (Automobile)

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Lean-burn engines: meeting new challenges with an old concept

Article Abstract:

Automobile makers are again trying engines that burn leaner, with lower fuel to air ratios, for fuel efficiency. A primer on lean-burn and related emissions problems is followed by descriptions of Honda, Toyota, and Mitsubishi engines and other companies' prototypes.

Product enhancement, Automobiles, Engines, Automotive engines, Automobile engines, Internal combustion engines, Honda Civic (Automobile), Mitsubishi Mirage (Automobile), Toyota Carina (Automobile)

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World's deepest road test

Article Abstract:

A Car and Driver editor participates in a 90-minute exercise aboard a deep-sea vehicle, exploring ocean depths up to 3789 feet. The Turtle is part of the Navy's Deep Submergence Unit, which carries out research and rescue missions.

Personal narratives, Midget submarines, Mini submarines

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