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All Auto Service
All Auto Service of Lansing, MI is a family-owned business delivering honest and professional auto repair and maintenance services at competitive rates. Our ASE-certified auto technicians utilize today’s latest automotive technology and are equipped to handle all major and minor repairs on foreign and domestic vehicles. We understand that your vehicle is a major investment, and that is why we care for each customer’s vehicle as if it were our own.
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Because All Auto Service is a certified Napa Auto Care Center, we are able to provide the benefits of an established national entity while maintaining the personal touch of a family-owned business. Technicians at NAPA Auto Care Centers have access to the most extensive training in the automotive industry. Furthermore, we employ ASE-certified technicians for all areas of work performed.
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Restoration Auto Repair
ALL FOREIGN and DOMESTIC REPAIRS and SERVICE We perform all auto maintenance and auto repair. Our techs has extensive high tech training in all automotive diagnostics including check engine lights, emissions, electrical modules including automotive computers. We use the most modern diagnostic equipment to diagnose electronic problems and perform mechanical repairs. | |
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MOTORS and TRANSMISSIONS If you are having a problem with your motor or transmission, early diagnostics often saves significant money. We are highly capable of servicing, overhauling, and removing and replacing all engines and transmissions. Our highly experienced techs take great pride in their mechanical skills and work. We are committed to getting you back on the road quickly and affordably. | |
NEW and USED TIRES Our cars and trucks have demanding needs for dependability and our safety. Stop by Ron's auto garage and we will give your tires a free check for pressure, wear, and tread. We carry a full line of new and used tires. We really care about your safety and it shows. | |
EMISSIONS and ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS If your vehicle is not passing emissions or having electrical problems, we are emissions and electrical diagnostic experts. We are dedicated to diagnosing and repairing the problem quickly and affordably. Trust Ron's for complete electrical and emissions diagnostics. | |
COMPLETE AUTO BODY REPAIR and AUTO PAINT Ron's operates a complete auto body repair and paint shop. From a simple dent to a major repair or complete custom paint, call us and we will restore your car to it's original condition. If you have a classic car or truck or a muscle car or perhaps an antique and you would like to have it restored inside and out, talk to Ron's for beautiful restorations. | |
AUTO INTERIOR RESTORATION We also provide complete auto interior restoration regardless of condition. Regardless if you have a late model car or truck or family car, classic, or antique car or truck that you need the interior restored, talk with Ron's! We have offered headliners, dashes, flooring, seats, consoles, door panels, and hard to find interior parts for almost a half century. |
Monday, September 12, 2011
2012 Nissan Rogue priced from $21,530
Nissan has released the pricing for the 2012 Rogue, which is expected to soon arrive in dealerships throughout the country. The entry-level model, the Rogue S CVT FWD, comes with front-wheel-drive and is priced from $21,530. The range-topping Rogue SV CVT with the SL Package AWD is priced at $29,120. The available trim levels include the S and the superior SV.
Customers may also choose to add one of the three optional goodies pack, including the Special Edition, Premium Package and SL Package. The first one is new for 2012. It sells for $1200 and its new features include 16-inch alloy rims, XM Satellite Radio, and an audio system with a 4.3-inch display and USB connectivity.The changes for the 2012 model year include a Sport Mode switch, fresh alloy rims and Graphite Blue as a new exterior color. All of the models are powered by the 170 hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, which is coupled to an xTronic CVT gearbox.
"Following an upgraded look for the 2011 model year, the Nissan Rogue crossover SUV adds a new Special Edition Package for 2012, along with revised content for the various option packages. Rogue once again offers excellent value, while satisfying both the functional needs of the buyers and their emotional needs - which has made Rogue one of the best-selling vehicles in the Nissan lineup." said the press release.[via : 4wheelsnews]
Photo : 2012 Nissan Rogue
Customers may also choose to add one of the three optional goodies pack, including the Special Edition, Premium Package and SL Package. The first one is new for 2012. It sells for $1200 and its new features include 16-inch alloy rims, XM Satellite Radio, and an audio system with a 4.3-inch display and USB connectivity.The changes for the 2012 model year include a Sport Mode switch, fresh alloy rims and Graphite Blue as a new exterior color. All of the models are powered by the 170 hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, which is coupled to an xTronic CVT gearbox.
"Following an upgraded look for the 2011 model year, the Nissan Rogue crossover SUV adds a new Special Edition Package for 2012, along with revised content for the various option packages. Rogue once again offers excellent value, while satisfying both the functional needs of the buyers and their emotional needs - which has made Rogue one of the best-selling vehicles in the Nissan lineup." said the press release.[via : 4wheelsnews]
Photo : 2012 Nissan Rogue
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Bugatti Galibier on hold because it’s not too impressive!
Bugatti's highly speculated four-door super sedan has been put on hold since it isn’t an “argument stopper” yet, new Bugatti boss Wolfgang Durheimer was quoted by sources. The decision on what will become of the Galibier will be made later this year. The sources said that Durheimer had some very tricky questions to its engineering team about the model’s comfort, interior space and performance.
Originally, the proposal for the concept car was for it to target 800hp but Durheimer isn’t contented with this output. A source said that Durheimer doesn’t want to build this car until there’s no arguing that it is the best car in the world.
Durheimer had supposedly said that it doesn’t have enough power, space, and comfort, particularly in the rear, according to InsideLine. He said that tuners can provide 800hp and as it doesn’t want its car to be involved in talks related to tuners, the benchmarks have to be moved.[via : 4wheelsnews]
Photo : Bugatti 16C Galibier Concept
Originally, the proposal for the concept car was for it to target 800hp but Durheimer isn’t contented with this output. A source said that Durheimer doesn’t want to build this car until there’s no arguing that it is the best car in the world.
Durheimer had supposedly said that it doesn’t have enough power, space, and comfort, particularly in the rear, according to InsideLine. He said that tuners can provide 800hp and as it doesn’t want its car to be involved in talks related to tuners, the benchmarks have to be moved.[via : 4wheelsnews]
Photo : Bugatti 16C Galibier Concept
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Bmw announces record sales in August 2011
The BMW Group has achieved a 7.4 percent increase in vehicle sales to 110,891 units in August -- a fresh record for the month despite the temporary drop in gains from the blistering pace seen so far this year. Group sales boss Ian Robertson stated that they anticipate an increase in their growth to double-digit figures in September. He further revealed that they are currently on track in achieving their goal of more than 1.6 million vehicle sales in 2011.
The August volumes were boosted by the more-than-double increase of BMW X3 mid-sized SUV and a 39 percent increase in 5-series sales. The core brand of BMW achieved sales of 94,882 units last month and was able to be on top of rival Audi, sales of which increased 17 percent to 94,100 in the same period. On the other hand, Mercedes achieved a sales gain of 7.9 percent to 87,384 units. Total sales of BMW Group units including the Mini and Rolls-Royce brands gained 16.8 percent from January to August this year to 1.07 million vehicles.
Also last month, the group's Mini brand sold 15,761 units, an increase of 5.2 percent. From January unit August, Mini sales have grown by 24.8 percent to 177,829 units, thanks to the launch of new models. In the United States, which is the company’s largest market, BMW Group car sales in August dropped marginally at 23,924 units, a decrease of 41 units from 2010 figures. However, in its home country Germany, which is BMW's second largest market, group sales leaped to 23,250 units, or 60.3 percent. On the contrary, sales in China, which is the company’s third biggest market, increased just 8.7 percent in the same period to 18,462 units.[via - 4wheelsnews]
photo : 2012 Bmw 6-Series Coupe
The August volumes were boosted by the more-than-double increase of BMW X3 mid-sized SUV and a 39 percent increase in 5-series sales. The core brand of BMW achieved sales of 94,882 units last month and was able to be on top of rival Audi, sales of which increased 17 percent to 94,100 in the same period. On the other hand, Mercedes achieved a sales gain of 7.9 percent to 87,384 units. Total sales of BMW Group units including the Mini and Rolls-Royce brands gained 16.8 percent from January to August this year to 1.07 million vehicles.
Also last month, the group's Mini brand sold 15,761 units, an increase of 5.2 percent. From January unit August, Mini sales have grown by 24.8 percent to 177,829 units, thanks to the launch of new models. In the United States, which is the company’s largest market, BMW Group car sales in August dropped marginally at 23,924 units, a decrease of 41 units from 2010 figures. However, in its home country Germany, which is BMW's second largest market, group sales leaped to 23,250 units, or 60.3 percent. On the contrary, sales in China, which is the company’s third biggest market, increased just 8.7 percent in the same period to 18,462 units.[via - 4wheelsnews]
photo : 2012 Bmw 6-Series Coupe
Swedish Automobile shares plunged as Saab doesn’t get protection from creditors
The shares of Swedish Automobile NV dropped as much as 47 percent to 38 cents on the first day of trading since the company sought protection from creditors. As of 11:09 CET in Amsterdam trading, the shares of this company, which is the owner of automaker Saab Automobile, were down 33 percent, valuing Swedish Automobile at $18.3 million or 13.2 million euros. The shares have not traded since September 6, 2011, after they were suspended on the request of Dutch financial-markets regulator AFM.
Yesterday, a court in Sweden ruled against the automaker’s request for protection from creditors, increasing the risk that the vehicle manufacturer is headed for bankruptcy as workers and suppliers seek the money that is due them. The Vaenersborg district court ruled rejected the petition for a voluntary reorganization that the automaker filed on September 7 in a proposal to win time to increase funds to restart operations and to avoid a bankruptcy petition. On Friday, Saab stated that it will be appealing the ruling on Monday.
Saab’s union representatives, who are seeking payment of wages from last month, are watching the situation closely prior to making a decision whether to seek a bankruptcy application aimed at obtaining state funds to pay workers. Per Branneby, who leads Saab's engineering union, mentioned in a phone interview that they are likely to take action only together with other unions. The engineering union at Saab has around 500 members. On the other hand, members of the biggest union of Saab with around 1,500 members -- IF Metall -- are meeting everyday to talk about the situation, spokesman Lars Ankarfjall disclosed. The union intends to "wait a few days" prior to making action, but does not rule out making a decision sooner, he added.[via : 4wheelsnews]
Yesterday, a court in Sweden ruled against the automaker’s request for protection from creditors, increasing the risk that the vehicle manufacturer is headed for bankruptcy as workers and suppliers seek the money that is due them. The Vaenersborg district court ruled rejected the petition for a voluntary reorganization that the automaker filed on September 7 in a proposal to win time to increase funds to restart operations and to avoid a bankruptcy petition. On Friday, Saab stated that it will be appealing the ruling on Monday.
Saab’s union representatives, who are seeking payment of wages from last month, are watching the situation closely prior to making a decision whether to seek a bankruptcy application aimed at obtaining state funds to pay workers. Per Branneby, who leads Saab's engineering union, mentioned in a phone interview that they are likely to take action only together with other unions. The engineering union at Saab has around 500 members. On the other hand, members of the biggest union of Saab with around 1,500 members -- IF Metall -- are meeting everyday to talk about the situation, spokesman Lars Ankarfjall disclosed. The union intends to "wait a few days" prior to making action, but does not rule out making a decision sooner, he added.[via : 4wheelsnews]
First 100mph Rolls-Royce to lead the way at the London to Edinburgh Top Gear Trial
A 1911 “Experimental Speed Car” known as the 1701, which was the first 100mph Rolls-Royce, will lead a parade of 17 historic Rolls-Royce Silver Ghosts on September 11, Sunday, from the Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall. The historic vehicles, which date from 1911 to 1922, will be supported by a new Rolls-Royce Ghost, hand-made at the Home of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars at Goodwood, West Sussex. The event is organized by the 20-Ghost Club and will re-enact the 1911 London to Edinburgh Top Gear Trial, which propped up the reputation of Rolls-Royce for reliability, superlative quality and refinement.
For the Edwardian cars, the 1911 RAC-observed London to Edinburgh Trial was a major test. The Trial permitted Rolls-Royce to demonstrate the economy, performance and flexibility of the Silver Ghost, specifically when it is compared to arch rival the Napier. Meanwhile, it expanded the vehicle’s appeal to a sportier and younger clientele, without preventing the traditional upper-class customers that was Rolls-Royce production’s mainstay at that time.
The RAC observers ensured that only the highest quality gear was utilized, including pulling away from standstill, which was quite an achievement 100 years ago prior to metalled roads and motorways. There was no other vehicle at that time that could rival Rolls-Royce achievement, with 1701 driving from London to Edinburgh and back using top gear only and with fuel consumption average of more than 24mpg. To attest that the original chassis had a normal back axle ratio and that the vehicle had obtained no mechanical alteration, the unit was then driven at Brooklands in which it achieved more than 78mph. Later on when the 1701 was fitted with a ‘wind-cheating’ single-seat body, a speed of 101mph over the flying half-mile at Brooklands driven by E.W. Hives was recorded. Hives was eventually fated to be Chairman of the Rolls-Royce company.[via - 4wheelsnews]
For the Edwardian cars, the 1911 RAC-observed London to Edinburgh Trial was a major test. The Trial permitted Rolls-Royce to demonstrate the economy, performance and flexibility of the Silver Ghost, specifically when it is compared to arch rival the Napier. Meanwhile, it expanded the vehicle’s appeal to a sportier and younger clientele, without preventing the traditional upper-class customers that was Rolls-Royce production’s mainstay at that time.
The RAC observers ensured that only the highest quality gear was utilized, including pulling away from standstill, which was quite an achievement 100 years ago prior to metalled roads and motorways. There was no other vehicle at that time that could rival Rolls-Royce achievement, with 1701 driving from London to Edinburgh and back using top gear only and with fuel consumption average of more than 24mpg. To attest that the original chassis had a normal back axle ratio and that the vehicle had obtained no mechanical alteration, the unit was then driven at Brooklands in which it achieved more than 78mph. Later on when the 1701 was fitted with a ‘wind-cheating’ single-seat body, a speed of 101mph over the flying half-mile at Brooklands driven by E.W. Hives was recorded. Hives was eventually fated to be Chairman of the Rolls-Royce company.[via - 4wheelsnews]
Bmw m5
Bmw m5
The BMW M5 is a high performance version of the BMW 5-Series executive car built by the Motorsport division of BMW. First introduced at the Amsterdam Motor Show in 1984, the first incarnation of the M5 was hand-built utilizing the 535i chassis and a modified BMW M1 engine, being the fastest production sedan in the world at the time of its introduction. Subsequent iterations of the M5 have been built from each generation of the 5-Series platform, including the E34, E60/E61, and most recently, F10, with the first orders to be delivered in late 2011.
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