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2009’s Fastest cars 0 to 60 mph: The AutoWeek list

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 0 to 60 mph: 2.6 sec (est) Base price: $1,500,000 Our take: The holy grail of power, the Veyron boasts more than 1,000 hp with four turbos. Lamborghini LP670-4 Superveloce 0 to 60 mph: 3.1 sec (est) Base price: TBA Our take: Soon to be released, the Superveloce promises to be the fastest bull ever. Koenigsegg CCX 0 to 60 mph: 3.1 sec Base price: $912,137 Our take: With CCX standing for Competition Coupe X, the Swedish Koenigsegg boasts more than 850 hp and a top speed of 245 mph.

Missing oil changes is false economy

TRYING TO SAVE money on motoring costs by not changing a car’s oil is risking a false economy as it could lead to more wear and fuel consumption, according to Two-thirds (65%) of British drivers admitted they have not changed the oil in their car in the last 12 months, with the same number admitting they buy oil for their car based solely on price. The same study by Mobil 1 also showed only 45% of drivers knew when their car’s scheduled service intervals were, while 15% said they would cut back on servicing to save money. Dan McGoldrick, of Mobil 1, said: ‘Choosing the right oil for your car is vital as it means both the lubricant and the engine will last longer, so you’re saving in the long term.’ Tim Shallcross, Head of Technical Policy at the Institute of Advanced Motorists, added: ‘Apart from lubricating the engine, oil has the important job of absorbing harmful by-products given off by the burning fuel.

GM sells trucks through Costco program

Membership warehouse retailer Costco has launched a deal with General Motors allowing its members to buy certain Chevrolet and GMC trucks through select franchised new-car dealers at a "preferred price"--generally equivalent to the price that the automaker offers its suppliers' employees. Rick Borg, vice president of the Costco Auto Program, on Tuesday said the club expects its members to buy more than 5,000 new Chevrolet and GMC trucks under the program. The program runs through Jan.