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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1977
Page
5
This guide explains inspecting and replacing car filters to maintain performance and fuel economy. It covers air, crankcase ventilation, oil, fuel, canister, and automatic transmission filters, plus practical steps and replacement intervals based on driving conditions.
The Automotive Information Council says diesel viability depends on gasoline prices and emissions rules. GM plans diesels for full size Oldsmobiles and pickups. VW markets a diesel Rabbit at 52 mpg highway. Iacocca questions if buyers will pay extra for diesel to save six cents per gallon. estimates place diesel cost premium at 300 to 700 dollars depending on engine.
The Carter Administration signals a shift from underground rail to cheaper street level options such as buses and parking. President Carter and Transportation Secretary Brock Adams discuss preferring surface rail bus and off street parking to subways. Metro costs cited as example of subway expense.
Local Scottsdale Auto Progress notes feature from April 23 1977 covers car listings and dealer ads. Includes model names and prices, with community classified notices and event details for readers.
Ignition Manufacturers Institute lists five signs including miles driven, gas mileage, hard starting, rough idling, and acceleration. Monitor owner manual intervals and mileage records. decline in fuel efficiency or hard starts point to a tune-up. A smooth idle and steady acceleration reflect proper ignition and engine function.
FBI and Pinkerton warn that luxury cars such as Cadillacs Lincolns and Mercedes are prime targets for theft and parts ring activity. Advice includes parking in well lit areas using doormen, locking cars removing dealer decals avoiding leaving registration in the car and protecting serial numbers to prevent key duplication and home burglaries.
The American Safety Belt Council displayed new seat belt designs in Washington DC earlier this month. The exhibits include automatic belts with knee pads, dual retractors to limit shoulder pressure, an electrical lockout to prevent pre-buckle locking, and a stowable coulie strap for easy entry and exit. The council notes inertia reel retractors improve movement yet lock on impact, contributing to higher safety belt use since 1964.
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