Archive for October, 2009
October 31st, 2009 | 
Author: Dear Tom and Ray: So I’m thinking of getting my car detailed, and an associate gives me a referral. While perusing the service sheet, under “Options” is listed “Claying, add $30-$40.” I’m thinking, “Holy spa treatment, Batman!” The other side of the service sheet explains the process: “Why clay your car? Claying your car produces dramatic results. Using a lubricant spray, clay is slid alongside your paint. It picks up microscopic pollutants, which a car wash cannot remove. The result is stunning! Your paint looks cleaner and feels much smoother to the touch. With a coat of wax, your car will look the best it ever has.” So my multipart question to you: Have you ever heard of this; what do you think; is this for real? — Claudia
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Hondas from $500! Police Impounds for Sale! Repos and More, Many Makes
and Models!
The Tesla Roadster has set a new distance record for a production electric vehicle by traveling 313 miles (501km) on a single charge. The milestone took place during the 2009 Global Green Challenge in Australia where eco-friendly vehicles have been battling it out over a formidable 1800 mile course. The distance achieved is well above the 244 mile range Tesla quotes in its specs… and on top of that, the electric sportscar reportedly had 3 miles worth of charge left in its batteries when it finished the record breaking run…
Tags: Battery Electric Vehicle,
Electric vehicle,
global green challenge,
Roadster,
Tesla
Related Articles:
- Global Green Challenge kicks off later this month
- Tesla Model S unveiled!
- Tesla to build new all-electric car in California
- eWolf unveils the e-2: a battery-powered car with attitude
- Tesla to build luxury US$60,000 four seater luxury EV
- Fully electric, 130+mph Tesla Roadster goes into production
