hybrids

You want a hybrid, but you’re concerned about the cost. And you should be: Despite the increasing number on sale, all cost more than their conventional twins. And even with tax credits and fuel savings most take a while to deliver a financial payback, with one or two exceptions. Check out Myride.com’s rundown of what you need to know about buying some of the most popular hybrids.

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GTECH Pro SS is a cutting edge tuning tool designed to make a professional test driver out of you. It measures Horsepower, Torque, 60 ft times, 1/8 and 1/4 mile times, 0-60 & 0-100-0 mph, RPMs & Shift lights, handling G's. Records up to 30 runs into its internal memory. Included items are Performance Meter, Mounting System, DC cigarette lighter power cord (1 fuse included), User guide (manual) and Clear racing decals. Using DSP technology, the G-Tech/Pro Comp can sense RPM through the cigarette adapter. You can preprogram your redline to activate its built-in shift light LEDs. The unit also has intelligent shift light which can activate the shift light at the optimum rpm after it learn the engine's power curve. The unit is an excellent tool for tuning any car, or seeing how much power gain a new part will give you.
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ScanGauge II 3 in 1, Compact Multifunction Vehicle Computer With Customizable Display

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The ScanGaugeII is a compact vehicle computer that connects to the diagnostic connector and gives you an extensive trip computer, real time gauges and a trouble code reader. It can read fuel economy as you drive, tell you how fast your friend drove your car last night, tell you when you are going to run out of fuel and dozens of more things. Installation takes only seconds and requires no tools. Can be moved from car to car. Works on gas, diesel, propane and hybrid vehicles. Works on all OBDII protocols including the new CAN protocol.
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Meguiar's G1016 Smooth Surface Clay Kit

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Smooth Surface Clay Kit

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Removing above surface contaminants and restoring a smooth surface to your paint finish is easily accomplished with Meguiar's Smooth Surface Clay Kit. Our non-abrasive clay bar safely, easily, and instantly removes paint overspray, fallout, environmental contaminants and more, making waxing easier and more durable. The Smooth Surface Clay Kit provides the best performance and the best value with a bonus Cleaner Wax sample and a full-sized Supreme Shine Microfiber in every kit!

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Raytek MT6 Mini Temp Infrared Thermometer

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Portable IR thermometers have become indispensable tools for automotive troubleshooting and diagnostics. Quick non-contact temperature measurements make it easy to spot cooling system faults, identify engine misfires, check for proper A/C performance, verify catalytic converter operation and much more. The laser point sighting on the MT6 unit helps to direct measurements toward the target and the large backlit display shows both the current and maximum readings simultaneously. With a protective boot for added durability, award winning ergonomic design and Raytek quality and accuracy, the MT6 model is the perfect introduction to infrared temperature measurements in automotive diagnostics. Accuracy is +/-1 degree C (2 degrees F) from 10 degrees C to 30 degrees C (50 degrees F to 86 degrees F), +/- 1.5% of reading or +/- 1.5 degrees C (3 degrees F) whichever is greater over the balance of the range. Emissivity: preset at 0.95. Response time: <500msec. Distance to spot ratio: 10:1 calculated at 80% energy. Runs on a 9V Alkeline battery (included). Includes protective boot and storage pouch. (assumes standard and stable measurement conditions)

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Large, easy-to-read backlit display! Give instant noncontact readings, just point and shoot. Unlimited automotive and other uses. Measure in Celsius or Fahrenheit with an ultra-fast response time. First number in distance to spot ratio indicates how far away you can be from target (in inches, to measure area of 1in. diameter circle). Operates on one 9V or NiCad battery.

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IceDozer Plus

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Winter can be lovely, except when it lands on your vehicle. Don't you love leaving work after a long day and discovering that your windshield has a concrete-like, thick coating of ice? It'll never bother you again, as long as this little number is in your car. We've never seen anything clear ice and snow from a windshield like this. Clever engineering, smart ergonomics, and good old innovation combine to make this, hands down, the best scraper we've ever used. Calling it a scraper really doesn't do it justice--the patented Flexiblade actually conforms to the shape of your windshield and windows, and the "Tenderizers" make quick work of crust. But add this: the Ice Notch. No other scraper has attended to the ice-encrusted windshield wipers until now. Just slide your wiper blades through the Ice Notch, and they are clear as a summer's day. The removable brush deserves its own kudos, because it has a scraper blade as well, for areas like mirrors. This gem gets our highest praises.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste

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The Innovation Factory never stops trying make its products even more innovation and useful. This year, we are proud to introduce the IceDozer Plus. The Plus has all the features of the IceDozer Classic like the FlexiBlade, ergonomic handles, and front plow, and adds an amazingly innovative Multi-Function Brush. The brush has plush and durable bristles mounted on the top of the IceDozer plow that allows you to bulldoze snow and other Winter headaches right off your vehicle without getting ice and snow over your hands and sleeve. In addition, the brush has several key features: The Brush can be removed and used as a separate hand-held piece for clearing snow from hard to reach areas. The brush has finger bumps for added comfort and ergonomics. The brush includes a Mini Scraper. Once removed, the Brush has its own scraping blade, to clear hard to clear areas such as side mirrors and headlamps. IceNotch. The brush piece has a notch specially designed to clear ice chunks off of windshield wipers. Lift your wipers and zip the ice right off. The IceDozer Plus is our most advanced winter tool, and simply makes winter driving safer by allowing you to completely clear your vehicle of ice and snow, easily, and quickly. Armed with the Plus, you’re no longer at the mercy of winter!

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Equus 3100 Innova Diagnostic Code Reader with Memory Backup for OBDII (Post-1996) Vehicles

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The Equus 3100 Innova Diagnostic Code Reader offers an easy, effective way to troubleshoot OBD II vehicles. This powerful and rugged tool quickly reveals the cause of "Check Engine" light warnings on any 1996 and newer car, light truck, or SUV--foreign and domestic.



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The tool features a unique, patented all-in-one screen display and an LED display for quick emissions status checks. Meanwhile, the 3100's automatic refresh updates data every 30 seconds when connected to the vehicle, offering an easy way to verify repair completion. The tool communicates with all OBD II protocols, including CAN (Controller Area Network).

An internal battery stores the latest test results for later review and analysis, and to accommodate future vehicles, the tool is fully upgradeable via a standard Windows-based PC. Equus' OBD-PC Link software is included with the tool, making upgrades a snap.
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