The available GT Convertible Accessory Package includes hood scoop, pedestal spoiler, side scoops and decklid face panel.
2010 Mustang GT, Convertable
2010 Mustang GT, Convertable
The available GT Convertible Accessory Package includes hood scoop, pedestal spoiler, side scoops and decklid face panel.
The available GT Convertible Accessory Package includes hood scoop, pedestal spoiler, side scoops and decklid face panel.
2010 Ford Mustang (Interior)
Smooth, One-Piece Instrument Panel
New, smooth, soft-touch one-piece instrument panel creates an atmosphere of warm, plush comfort.
2010 Mustang Meets Clean and Sporty Design
2010 Ford Mustang GT
Ford designers approached each classic Mustang design element with a contemporary vision to modernize the vehicle’s appearance.
The iconic Mustang grille, the “hockey stick” side lines, the hop up into the rear haunch, the quarter-glass window, the three-bar tail lamp and the center-mounted faux gas cap were all reconsidered to give the new car even more presence and character. As a result, the New 2010 Mustang squats on its haunches with a clean, sporty design that looks smart and efficient.
2010 Mustang ROUSH, Black Jack (photo)
2010 Ford Mustang Roush, Black JackRoush is the 5th generation , high performance pony car
2010 Mustang ROUSH--Upcoming March 18th 2010
2010 Mustang Roush...Black JackOn March 18th 2010 , the new model of Mustang Roush will be revealed.
By the time the 2010 Mustang hits showroom floors, ROUSH Performance expects to have a total of 35 performance aftermarket parts available; from their ROUSHcharger supercharger system that helps awaken the stock Mustang GT's output to a nightmarish 445 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque; full exhaust systems; brake upgrades; suspension systems and lower springs; larger wheel and tire packages; and interior/exterior accessories including a light bar for the convertible models.
2010 Mustang ROUSH
2010 Ford Mustang 427R, Roush2010 Mustang Roush is a 5th generation, high performance pony car.
What Does JACK ROUSH has to say baout upcoming 2010 Mustang Roush
ROUSH Performance has always been a leader in the high-performance parts industry, but never before in the history of the company have they been this far ahead on developing parts for a new model car.
Starting in early March, ROUSH will have 35 different parts available for the new 2010 Ford Mustang, right around the same time that initial deliveries of the vehicle begin showing up on the Ford dealer lots.
"I am very proud of how quickly our engineering teams have been able to develop these new products for the 2010 Mustang," said Jack Roush. "Ford has created a beautiful new car, and with the addition of the ROUSH parts an owner can have a vehicle that performs just as nice as it looks. Its simply amazing to think that a customer can buy a ROUSH part for his new car the same time it is being driven off the transporter at the dealer lot."
Among the initial parts that will be offered by ROUSH, are:
* Suspension Packages
* Brake Kits
* Resonator Exhaust & Tips
* Lowering Springs
* Interior Accessories – floor mats, sill plates, pedals and more
* Wheel / Wheel & Tire Packages
* Convertible Light Bar
The famous 445 horsepower, 400 lb.-ft. of torque ROUSHcharger is expected to be available just a couple of weeks later in mid-March. As before, installation of this supercharger will not void any Ford factory warranty on the new Mustang. For those who really want to make their new pony gallop with the maximum horsepower, a non-calibrated version of the R2300 ROUSHcharger will also be on the shelf around this same time.
For customers looking to enhance the exterior styling, the ROUSH body kits and other painted components will be available for purchase in mid-April
The ROUSH high-performance parts program has been one of the highlights for the company. Even in the face of a challenging economy, the sales of ROUSH still grew and had a record year. It is anticipated that the early availability of the 2010 Mustang parts will provide another boost to the program this year.
Ford Fusion Hybrid Named 2010 North American Car of the Year
The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid was chosen over 15 competitors to be named 2010 North American Car of the Year. The award was announced Jan. 11, 2010.
The 2010 North American Car of the Year recognizes the most outstanding vehicle of the year, based on many factors, including innovation, design, safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value. To be eligible, vehicles must be all-new, or substantially changed from the previous model. The jury is composed of 50 automotive journalists in Canada and the United States, representing newspapers, magazines, Web sites, television and radio shows.
The 2010 Fusion and Fusion Hybrid are the most fuel-efficient sedans in America. The new models offer more power, class-exclusive technologies – such as BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System with Cross Traffic Alert and Ford SYNC® -- and more total passenger and luggage capacity than the Toyota Camry.
The Ford Fusion Hybrid was introduced as an all-new model for 2010. The Ford Hybrid team has developed a powertrain system that combines the best attributes of the gasoline engine and electric battery-driven motors to deliver the optimal experience for the customer in terms of driving performance and fuel economy. Additionally, the propulsion system for the Ford Fusion Hybrid transitions between gas and electric power and back more efficiently and seamlessly.
The overall system upgrade allows the Ford Fusion Hybrid to operate longer at higher speeds in electric mode. The hybrid vehicles can operate up to 47 mph in pure electric mode, approximately twice as fast as some competitors. Plus, the city driving range on a single tank of gas is expected to be more than 700 miles.
The Fusion Hybrid also offers drivers a way to be more connected to the hybrid driving experience, thanks to Ford’s SmartGauge™ with EcoGuide, a unique instrument cluster execution that helps coach drivers on how to optimize performance of their hybrid.
SmartGauge™ with EcoGuide features two, high-resolution, full-color liquid crystal display (LCD) screens on either side of the analog speedometer that can be configured to show different levels of information, including fuel and battery power levels, and average and instant miles per gallon.
EcoGuide uses a multi-layered approach to coach the driver to maximum fuel efficiency.
Top Ten Searched Vehicals 2006
Top Ten Most Searched for Vehicles in 2006:
1. Ford Mustang
2. Honda Civic3. BMW4. Honda Accord
5. Ford F1506. Chevy Silverado
7. Mitsubishi Eclipse8. Chevy Camaro9. Jeep Wrangler10. Toyota Tacoma
Toyota apologizes for handling of safety issues
The president of Toyota's U.S. operations insisted Tuesday that electronic problems did not contribute to sudden acceleration of its cars, drawing sharp criticism from lawmakers who said such a possibility should not be ruled out and from a tearful woman driver who could not stop her runaway Lexus.
"Shame on you, Toyota," Rhonda Smith, of Sevierville, Tenn., said at a congressional hearing. Then she added a second "shame on you" directed at federal highway safety regulators.
Toyota's James Lentz repeated Toyota's position that stuck gas pedals in some of the company's most popular models were caused by one of two problems — misplaced floor mats and sticking accelerator pedals.
Meanwhile, Toyota president Akio Toyoda, who will testify before a separate panel on Wednesday, said he took "full responsibility" for the uncertainty felt by Toyota owners and offered his condolences to a San Diego, Calif., family who were killed in late August, reigniting interest in the problems.
"I will do everything in my power to ensure that such a tragedy never happens again," Toyoda said in prepared testimony for Wednesday's hearing to the House Government Oversight Committee. "My name is on every car. You have my personal commitment that Toyota will work vigorously and unceasingly to restore the trust of our customers," Toyoda said.
Lawmakers heard a brief, but riveting, description of the problem from Smith, the Tennessee woman whose Toyota-made Lexus suddenly zoomed to 100 miles per hour as she tried to get it to stop — shifting to neutral, trying to throw the car into reverse and hitting the emergency brake. Finally, her car slowed enough that she was able to pull it off the road onto the median and turn off the engine.
She told described her nightmare ride in October 2006, calling it "a near death experience." Fighting back tears, Smith told the panel "I prayed to God to help me."
"After six miles, God intervened" and slowed the car, she said. She said that nothing she had tried had worked. She said it took a long time for Toyota to respond to her complaints.
Three congressional panels are investigating Toyota's problems. The hearings are important because Toyota has recalled more than 8 million vehicles worldwide — more than 6 million in the United States — since last fall because of sudden acceleration problems in multiple models and braking issues in the Prius hybrid. It is also investigating steering concerns in Corollas. People with Toyotas have complained of their vehicles speeding out of control in their efforts to slow down, sometimes resulting in deadly crashes. The government has received complaints of 34 deaths linked to sudden acceleration of Toyota vehicles since 2000.
"We are confident that no problems exist with the electric throttle control system in our vehicles," Lentz said in prepared testimony to the House Energy and Commerce's investigative subcommittee. Lentz cited "fail-safe mechanisms" in the cars were designed to shut off or reduce engine power "in the event of a system failure."
But Rep. Henry Waxman, D-Calif., chairman of the full Energy and Commerce Committee, scoffed at Toyota's insistence that electronics were not a possible cause and said the company should have investigated more thoroughly. Waxman also took the government to task for not doing enough. "Toyota failed its customers and the government neglected its responsibilities," he said.
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood told the panel in his prepared testimony that all possible causes, including possible electronics problems were being investigated by his agency. "We will continue to investigate all possible causes of unintended acceleration," LaHood said. He said that the millions of recalls by Toyota were important steps but "we don't maintain that they answer every question."
Toyota hired a consulting firm to analyze whether electronic problems could cause unintended acceleration. The firm, Exponent Inc., found no link between the two. But committee investigators said the Exponent test was flawed because it studied only a small number of Toyota vehicles
Rep. Bart Stupak, D-Mich., chairman of the subcommittee, said Toyota "misled the American public by saying that they and other independent sources had thoroughly analyzed the electronics systems and eliminated electronics as a possible cause of sudden unintended acceleration when, in fact, the only such review was a flawed study conducted by a company retained by Toyota's lawyers."
But Texas Republican Rep. Joe Barton cautioned his colleagues against conducting a "witch hunt" and said "We don't want to just assume automatically that Toyota has done something wrong and has tried to cover it up."
In his written testimony, he apologized for the company's slow handling of problems. "We have not lived up to the high standards our customers and the public have come to expect from Toyota," Lentz said.
"Put simply, it has taken us too long to come to grips with a rare but serious set of safety issues, despite all of our good faith efforts," said Lentz, president and chief operating officer of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc.
Among an army of Toyota dealers lobbying members of Congress Tuesday, there seemed to be a widespread rancor toward a federal government they view as picking on the automaker, at least in part because of the government's investment of billions of dollars in General Motors and Chrysler.
"That's hard for me as a citizen to understand why my tax dollars are going in that direction," Paul Atkinson, a Houston-area Toyota dealer, said at a news conference that also served as a pep rally for the visiting dealers. "To compete with the government as an individual entrepreneur is pretty tough."
"Shame on you, Toyota," Rhonda Smith, of Sevierville, Tenn., said at a congressional hearing. Then she added a second "shame on you" directed at federal highway safety regulators.
Toyota's James Lentz repeated Toyota's position that stuck gas pedals in some of the company's most popular models were caused by one of two problems — misplaced floor mats and sticking accelerator pedals.
Meanwhile, Toyota president Akio Toyoda, who will testify before a separate panel on Wednesday, said he took "full responsibility" for the uncertainty felt by Toyota owners and offered his condolences to a San Diego, Calif., family who were killed in late August, reigniting interest in the problems.
"I will do everything in my power to ensure that such a tragedy never happens again," Toyoda said in prepared testimony for Wednesday's hearing to the House Government Oversight Committee. "My name is on every car. You have my personal commitment that Toyota will work vigorously and unceasingly to restore the trust of our customers," Toyoda said.
Lawmakers heard a brief, but riveting, description of the problem from Smith, the Tennessee woman whose Toyota-made Lexus suddenly zoomed to 100 miles per hour as she tried to get it to stop — shifting to neutral, trying to throw the car into reverse and hitting the emergency brake. Finally, her car slowed enough that she was able to pull it off the road onto the median and turn off the engine.
She told described her nightmare ride in October 2006, calling it "a near death experience." Fighting back tears, Smith told the panel "I prayed to God to help me."
"After six miles, God intervened" and slowed the car, she said. She said that nothing she had tried had worked. She said it took a long time for Toyota to respond to her complaints.
Three congressional panels are investigating Toyota's problems. The hearings are important because Toyota has recalled more than 8 million vehicles worldwide — more than 6 million in the United States — since last fall because of sudden acceleration problems in multiple models and braking issues in the Prius hybrid. It is also investigating steering concerns in Corollas. People with Toyotas have complained of their vehicles speeding out of control in their efforts to slow down, sometimes resulting in deadly crashes. The government has received complaints of 34 deaths linked to sudden acceleration of Toyota vehicles since 2000.
"We are confident that no problems exist with the electric throttle control system in our vehicles," Lentz said in prepared testimony to the House Energy and Commerce's investigative subcommittee. Lentz cited "fail-safe mechanisms" in the cars were designed to shut off or reduce engine power "in the event of a system failure."
But Rep. Henry Waxman, D-Calif., chairman of the full Energy and Commerce Committee, scoffed at Toyota's insistence that electronics were not a possible cause and said the company should have investigated more thoroughly. Waxman also took the government to task for not doing enough. "Toyota failed its customers and the government neglected its responsibilities," he said.
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood told the panel in his prepared testimony that all possible causes, including possible electronics problems were being investigated by his agency. "We will continue to investigate all possible causes of unintended acceleration," LaHood said. He said that the millions of recalls by Toyota were important steps but "we don't maintain that they answer every question."
Toyota hired a consulting firm to analyze whether electronic problems could cause unintended acceleration. The firm, Exponent Inc., found no link between the two. But committee investigators said the Exponent test was flawed because it studied only a small number of Toyota vehicles
Rep. Bart Stupak, D-Mich., chairman of the subcommittee, said Toyota "misled the American public by saying that they and other independent sources had thoroughly analyzed the electronics systems and eliminated electronics as a possible cause of sudden unintended acceleration when, in fact, the only such review was a flawed study conducted by a company retained by Toyota's lawyers."
But Texas Republican Rep. Joe Barton cautioned his colleagues against conducting a "witch hunt" and said "We don't want to just assume automatically that Toyota has done something wrong and has tried to cover it up."
In his written testimony, he apologized for the company's slow handling of problems. "We have not lived up to the high standards our customers and the public have come to expect from Toyota," Lentz said.
"Put simply, it has taken us too long to come to grips with a rare but serious set of safety issues, despite all of our good faith efforts," said Lentz, president and chief operating officer of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc.
Among an army of Toyota dealers lobbying members of Congress Tuesday, there seemed to be a widespread rancor toward a federal government they view as picking on the automaker, at least in part because of the government's investment of billions of dollars in General Motors and Chrysler.
"That's hard for me as a citizen to understand why my tax dollars are going in that direction," Paul Atkinson, a Houston-area Toyota dealer, said at a news conference that also served as a pep rally for the visiting dealers. "To compete with the government as an individual entrepreneur is pretty tough."
2010 Ford Fusion, Engine
2010 Ford Fusion Engine Compartment
Engine:
2.5L I4, 16 valves
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
6 speed manual transmission
22 mpg city / 31 mpg hwy
2010 Ford Fusion
The 2010 Fusion is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in 6 trims.
The I4 S is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I4, 175-horsepower engine that achieves 22-mpg in the city and 31-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The V6 SPORT AWD is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 263-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
The I4 S is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I4, 175-horsepower engine that achieves 22-mpg in the city and 31-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The V6 SPORT AWD is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 263-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
Hydrogen Cars
Hydrogen Cars
Hydrogen is perhaps the cleanest of all alternative fuels, burning with nearly zero emissions in an internal combustion engine and with emissions of only water vapor and heat in an electro-mechanical fuel cell. Hydrogen vehicles are being developed in many forms by most major car manufacturers. Some vehicles powered by hydrogen are in demonstration fleets, while others like the Honda FCX Clarity and Chevy Equinox Fuel Cell are being driven by consumers.
Hydrogen is perhaps the cleanest of all alternative fuels, burning with nearly zero emissions in an internal combustion engine and with emissions of only water vapor and heat in an electro-mechanical fuel cell. Hydrogen vehicles are being developed in many forms by most major car manufacturers. Some vehicles powered by hydrogen are in demonstration fleets, while others like the Honda FCX Clarity and Chevy Equinox Fuel Cell are being driven by consumers.
What is a Hybrid Car
Hybrid Cars
Hybrids combine two or more different propulsion systems, typically a gasoline engine and one or more electric drive motors. Most hybrids on the road today compliment their gas engines by charging a battery when breaking. Engines running on diesel or other alternative fuels can also be used in hybrids. A hybrid drive is fully scalable, which means the drive can be used to power everything from small commuter cars to large buses and even locomotives. Hybrids get more MPG or miles per gallon than most non-hybrids, and usually have very low tailpipe emissions.
Hybrids combine two or more different propulsion systems, typically a gasoline engine and one or more electric drive motors. Most hybrids on the road today compliment their gas engines by charging a battery when breaking. Engines running on diesel or other alternative fuels can also be used in hybrids. A hybrid drive is fully scalable, which means the drive can be used to power everything from small commuter cars to large buses and even locomotives. Hybrids get more MPG or miles per gallon than most non-hybrids, and usually have very low tailpipe emissions.
2010 Acura TL Interior Pics
Steering Wheel
2010 Acura TL Front Seat
2010 Acura TL Dashboard
2010 Acura TL Audio System
2010 Acura TL Exterior Pictures
Exclusive 2010 Acura TL Exterior Pics
2010 Acura TL Taillight
Acura TL 2010 Grille
2010 Acura TL Side Doors
2010 Acura TL Rear View
2010 Acura TL Angular Front
What Experts have to say about 2010 Acura TL
Expert reviewers at TheCarConnection.com consulted what the most authoritative auto critics have written about the new Acura TL to produce this conclusive review. TheCarConnection.com editors also drove the TL in order to interweave our expert opinion and help you make the right decision on a new vehicle.Designed from scratch for the 2009 model year, the Acura TL carries over with just a few changes for 2010, though the addition of an optional manual transmission offers one major change.Skinned with a high-tech but controversial look, the 2010 Acura TL is, for many, a love-it-or-leave-it design. Still, heads swivel when the TL drives by. The more restrained mid-lux sedan owner may roll their eyes at its seemingly robot-inspired sheetmetal, but younger or more adventurous buyers will consider it refreshing. Technophiles will find the TL's collection of digital creases and prominent prow a welcome change from the organic designs of competing sedans. On the inside, there's much less controversy and more to like. Gentle arcs and circles predominate, beautifully melding leather and synthetic, analog and digital in an artful yet logical way that is uniquely Acura. Unfortunately, Acura chooses the cold, harsh light of white/blue LEDs for the TL's overhead illumination.The standard TL uses a 280-horsepower, 3.5-liter VTEC V-6 that's also under the hood of the Honda Accord to propel the front wheels. Step up to the TL SH-AWD (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive), and you'll get the 305-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 from the RL sedan juicing all four wheels through Acura's capable system that removes any threat of torque steer, displays how its distributing power in the instrument cluster, and almost gives the TL the feel of a rear-wheel-drive sport sedan-as long as you're heavy on the gas. Last year's standard five-speed automatic transmission was joined in late 2009 by an optional six-speed manual. The automatic, though smooth and responsive enough in sedate driving, is a cog short of its competition and responds too slowly in aggressive driving. Both engines are smooth, sweet-sounding, and responsive, but short travel and hair-trigger responses make the accelerator pedal annoying to use.Both on paper and in hard driving, the TL is a serious player in the luxury sport sedan segment, though it has its shortcomings. Its Honda Accord underpinnings give the 2010 TL generous room front and rear, but such heritage means that even equipped with Acura's Super Handling all-wheel drive, it's front-heavy and not up to the performance par set by its rear-wheel-drive competitors.Excellent grip and strong acceleration are hallmarks of the SH-AWD model in particular. Powerful brakes slow the 4,000-pound car handily and with confidence. Despite these good traits, when driven tamely in traffic, the TL, including the SH-AWD, feels more like the front-heavy and sensible sedan it is. Big 19-inch wheels also give the SH-AWD a particularly rough ride over irregular surfaces, a problem not evidenced in the base model, which is more comfortable for most purposes.Cabin space is good, and passenger room front and rear are both ample, with comfortable, supportive seats at all positions. With 13.1 cubic feet of space in the trunk, the 2010 Acura TL is a bit short of some of its competition, but still ahead of the previous-generation TL. Build quality is typically Acura, with solid materials and close tolerances, though there aren't as many options or upgrades available as you'll find at brands like BMW, Mercedes, or Lexus.When it comes to showcasing a wide range of high-tech features, the 2010 Acura TL is at its best. Interfacing easily with a host of personal electronics, even the base 2010 TL features a standard USB iPod/MP3 interface, an eight-speaker audio system, and a crisp, high-resolution center-mounted display for controlling the infotainment system. The circular controller is as user-friendly as an Apple device, and sound quality is good in base form, thunderous with the 10-speaker optional upgrade. Despite the ease of use, all this gadgetry does necessitate a fair number of buttons, particularly on the steering wheel, meaning the owner's manual may be your best friend for the first few weeks. Once you're familiar with the controls, audio, navigation, Bluetooth hands-free phone operation, and voice commands are all at your fingertips.The center stack's intuitive click-and-turn interface controls the optional nav system, and an optional voice recognition system makes it even easier to find and input your itinerary. AcuraLink Real-Time traffic and weather functions are built into the nav system, and you can even access Zagat reviews on the fly. The Technology Package unleashes your inner geek, with a climate control system that tracks the sun's position and intensity, dynamically adjusting each side of the TL's cabin to optimize comfort.The 2010 Acura TL is firmly at the front of the class in crash testing, securing five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in frontal and side impact performance for both driver and passenger and earning the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick designation by virtue of its excellent performance in front, side, and rear crash tests, plus its standard electronic stability control. Acura equips all TLs with a full complement of six airbags.
2010 Acura TL (reviews)
High Performance Luxury Car
Larger than 2005 Acura TL, yet power and handling are superior.
Panoramic views from the inside and outside review mirrors.
Silent smooth power delivery. Very crisp and responsive. Truely a high performance luxury car.
2010 Acura TL and evaluated it for styling, handling, performance, value and quality to compile this definitive 2010 Acura TL review.
2010 Acura TL(5-Spd AT)
The 2010 TL is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, or luxury sports sedan, available in 8 trims.
The 5-Spd AT is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 280-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The 6-Spd MT SH-AWD w/Tech Package and HPT is equipped with a standard 3.7-liter, V6, 305-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 5-Spd AT is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 280-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The 6-Spd MT SH-AWD w/Tech Package and HPT is equipped with a standard 3.7-liter, V6, 305-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard.
2010 Acura RL Sedan (Interior Pics)
Acura RL 2010 Sedan , Great interior features
Acura RL 2010 interiot steering wheel
2010 Acura RL Rear Seat
2010 Acura RL door controls
2010 acura RL Dashboard
2010 Acura RL DAshboard
Acura RL 2010 interiot steering wheel
2010 Acura RL Rear Seat
2010 Acura RL door controls
2010 acura RL Dashboard
2010 Acura RL DAshboard
Quality Control is not just Toyotas Problem
Quality control: Not just Toyota's problem
While the issues raised by Toyota's recent recalls shouldn't be overlooked, quality control concerns are apparent across the entire automobile industry, said Jeremy Anwyl, Edmunds.com chief executive.
"A broader view shows that consumer complaints reflect an industry issue, not just a Toyota issue," said Anwyl. "It is no longer an option for car companies to dismiss consumer complaints, even if the event is difficult to replicate or diagnose."
Some automakers assume that customer complaints are the result of driver error and not necessarily a reflection of design problems, said Jeannine Fallon, an Edmunds.com analyst.
"It depends on the culture of the car company," she said. "But it's clear now that Toyota has not had very many conversations with NHTSA.
While the issues raised by Toyota's recent recalls shouldn't be overlooked, quality control concerns are apparent across the entire automobile industry, said Jeremy Anwyl, Edmunds.com chief executive.
"A broader view shows that consumer complaints reflect an industry issue, not just a Toyota issue," said Anwyl. "It is no longer an option for car companies to dismiss consumer complaints, even if the event is difficult to replicate or diagnose."
Some automakers assume that customer complaints are the result of driver error and not necessarily a reflection of design problems, said Jeannine Fallon, an Edmunds.com analyst.
"It depends on the culture of the car company," she said. "But it's clear now that Toyota has not had very many conversations with NHTSA.
Toyota had fewer complaints
Besides Toyota's high profile recalls, a study published reveals that the automaker actually gets fewer customer complaints per car than the majority of its competitors.
According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) over the last decade a Toyota ranked 17th among the top 20 automakers in the overall number of complaints per vehicle sold.
According to the study, Toyota had fewer complaints than its American rivals. Ford was number 10 on the list, while General Motors came in at number 11.
The only automakers to receive fewer complaints than Toyota were Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and the Mercedes-made Smart Car
The complaints lodged against Toyota ranged from minor problems with lighting to more serious issues such as sudden acceleration and difficulty steering. But the study did not rate the reported incidences for severity.
According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) over the last decade a Toyota ranked 17th among the top 20 automakers in the overall number of complaints per vehicle sold.
According to the study, Toyota had fewer complaints than its American rivals. Ford was number 10 on the list, while General Motors came in at number 11.
The only automakers to receive fewer complaints than Toyota were Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and the Mercedes-made Smart Car
The complaints lodged against Toyota ranged from minor problems with lighting to more serious issues such as sudden acceleration and difficulty steering. But the study did not rate the reported incidences for severity.
2010 Acura RL Exterior Pictures
2010 Acura RL Rearview
2010 Acura Rl Exterior Doors
2010 Acura RL Angular front exterior
2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
The 2010 Legacy is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan.
The 2.5i is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, H4, 170-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 3.6R Limited is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, H6, 256-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
2010 Subaru Legacy
Completely redesigned Subaru's Legacy sedan for 2010 , 5 passenger sedan is wider and taller , while only gaining 65 pounds
2010 Acura RDX
The 2010 RDX is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sport-utility, available in 4 trims, ranging from the 5-Spd AT... read more to the 5-Spd AT SH-AWD w/ Technology Package.
Upon introduction, the 5-Spd AT is equipped with a standard 2.3-liter, I4, 240-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. The 5-Spd AT SH-AWD w/ Technology Package is equipped with a standard 2.3-liter, I4, 240-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims
Upon introduction, the 5-Spd AT is equipped with a standard 2.3-liter, I4, 240-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. The 5-Spd AT SH-AWD w/ Technology Package is equipped with a standard 2.3-liter, I4, 240-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims
2010 Acura MDX
2010 Acura MDX
The 2010 MDX is a 4-door, 7-passenger luxury sport-utility, available in 5 trims, ranging from the 6-Spd AT... read more to the 6-Spd AT w/Advance and Entertainment Pkg.
Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 3.7-liter, V6, 300-horsepower engine that achieves 16-mpg in the city and 21-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard
2009 Toyota Prius (Reviews)
Overall Rating 7.8
out of 10
Safety 7
Performance 9
Quality 7
Styling 7
Features 9
Likes
Great fuel economy
Versatile hatchback design
Roomy interior
Peppy feel at low speeds
Dislikes
Artificial steering feel
Digital gauges
Noisy ride
Quality of interior materials
out of 10
Safety 7
Performance 9
Quality 7
Styling 7
Features 9
Likes
Great fuel economy
Versatile hatchback design
Roomy interior
Peppy feel at low speeds
Dislikes
Artificial steering feel
Digital gauges
Noisy ride
Quality of interior materials
2009 Toyota Prius..Engine
2009 Toyota Prius Engine Components
Engine
1.5L I4, 16 valves, 110 hp @ 5000 rpm
VAR speed automatic transmission
48 mpg city / 45 mpg hwy
2009 Toyota Prius
2009 Toyota Prius
The 2009 Toyota Prius is not a driver's car, but it delivers excellent fuel economy in a versatile package.
Green Cars
Green Cars are fuel efficient and enviornmental friendly with high gas mileage.
Green Cars can be Classified as:
Hybrid Cars
Gasoline Cars
Natural Gas Cars
Ethanol Cars
Diesel-Biodiesel Cars
Electric Cars
Green Cars can be Classified as:
Hybrid Cars
Gasoline Cars
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2010 Honda Insight (Technical Specs)
2010 Honda Insight Technical Specifications
| Standard Engine | 1.3L I4 |
|---|---|
| Standard Transmission | VAR Speed Automatic |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Horsepower @RPM | 98@5800 |
| Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy | 40 / 43 |
| Combined Fuel Economy | 41 |
| EPA Class | Mid-Size |
| Number of Valves | 8 |
| Torque @RPM | 1000 |
| Fuel Type System | Hybrid Gas / Electric / Multi-Port Fuel Injected |
| Turbo (Yes/No) | No |
| Overdrive Transmission | Yes |
| Battery Output | 13 |
| Compression | 10.8:1 |
| Displacement | 1339 / 82 |
| Bore X Stroke | 2.87x3.15 |
| Cruising Range | 434.6 miles |
| Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt | N/A |
| Power to Weight Ratio | 27.8 |
| Final Drive Ratio | No |
| Valves Configuration | Single Overhead Cam |
| Supercharged | No |
| Electric HorsePower RPM | 5800 |
| Electric Torque Feet Per Pound | 123 |
| Electric Torque RPM | 1000 |
| Electric HorsePower BHP | 98 |
2010 Honda Insight
Honda Insight 2010For those who want to be seen in a smart, high-mileage hybrid but prefer to pinch pennies at the dealership, the 2010 Honda Insight is the way to go.
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