KickingTires tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-345700 2009-11-14T14:01:00Z The Blog For Car Buyers TypePad http://feeds.feedburner.com/cars/kickingtires?format=skincars/kickingtireshttp://feedburner.google.com This Week’s Most Read Stories tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00d83451b3c669e20120a6984553970b 2009-11-14T08:01:00-06:00 2009-11-14T14:01:00Z Wow, people really like the 2010 Toyota 4Runner, and it’s not even on sale yet. That interest in the fifth-generation 4Runner keeps it atop our most read list, which is rounded out by all-new stories...the way it’s supposed to be.... David Thomas

Wow, people really like the 2010 Toyota 4Runner, and it’s not even on sale yet. That interest in the fifth-generation 4Runner keeps it atop our most read list, which is rounded out by all-new stories...the way it’s supposed to be.

1.    2010 Toyota 4Runner: First Drive
2.    Ford Introduces Inflatable Seat Belts
3.    2011 Buick Regal Images, Info Released
4.    New York Unveils New Required License Plate
5.    Redesigned Toyota Sienna to Debut at L.A. Auto Show
 http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2009/11/this-weeks-most-read-stories-1.html Today's News From the Cars.com Family tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00d83451b3c669e20128759ab17a970c 2009-11-13T18:00:00-06:00 2009-11-14T00:00:00Z A reader wants to know if any sedans have enough backseat room to fit two infant seats, and Ask.cars.com answers. Then, PickupTrucks.com reports of a new feature in GM trucks to help monitor battery life during occasions like tailgating. Finally,... Joe Bruzek

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A reader wants to know if any sedans have enough backseat room to fit two infant seats, and Ask.cars.com answers. Then, PickupTrucks.com reports of a new feature in GM trucks to help monitor battery life during occasions like tailgating. Finally, MotherProof.com talks to a mom whose family is involved in kart racing.

Is there a sedan that has a big enough back seat for two infant car seats? (Ask.cars.com)
GM's New Battery Saver Feature Can Save Tailgaters (PickupTrucks.com)
Mom of Kart-Racing Team Tells All (MotherProof.com)

 http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2009/11/todays-news-from-the-carscom-family-9.html Recall Alert: 2008-09 Mitsubishi Lancer and Lancer Evolution tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00d83451b3c669e20128759754b7970c 2009-11-13T15:56:04-06:00 2009-11-13T21:56:04Z Mitsubishi is recalling 29,353 Lancers and Lancer Evolutions from the 2008-09 model years, according to the National Highway Traffic Administration. In areas where road salt is used in the winter, long-term exposure to a mixture of melted snow and salt... Jennifer Newman
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Mitsubishi is recalling 29,353 Lancers and Lancer Evolutions from the 2008-09 model years, according to the National Highway Traffic Administration.

In areas where road salt is used in the winter, long-term exposure to a mixture of melted snow and salt may cause it to adhere to the car’s front-impact sensors. This recall affects vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia.

This water-salt coating may cause corrosion on the sensor. In a crash that would deploy the airbags, this type of short circuit may cause a delay in the airbag deployment, which would result in injuries to the driver or passenger.  

Dealers will install new front-airbag sensors that have improved corrosion resistance for free. This recall is expected to begin by Nov. 27.

For more information, owners can call Mitsubishi at 714-372-6000 or NHTSA’s hotline at 888-327-4236.
 http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2009/11/recall-alert-200809-mitsubishi-lancer-and-lancer-evolution.html Poll: Will the Saab 9-5 Save the Company? tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00d83451b3c669e20120a6980b4a970b 2009-11-13T15:14:28-06:00 2009-11-13T21:14:28Z We just heard that Saab will cull its dealer base in the U.S. because of slow sales. Its new product lineup kicks off with the 2010 9-5 sedan — check out dozens of pictures of it below — and the... David Thomas
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We just heard that Saab will cull its dealer base in the U.S. because of slow sales. Its new product lineup kicks off with the 2010 9-5 sedan — check out dozens of pictures of it below — and the last we heard a new 9-4X crossover will follow it.

But all we know is next year Saab will be selling the 9-5. Is it enough to save the brand? Poll below.