Emissions tests show 68s top failure rates in 1977 report
Arizona health officials report 1968 model cars lead failures in first six months of 1977 emissions testing with over 23 percent failing initial tests and 32 percent failing retests. Other years show better results though 1976 models also fail. Overall 16 percent failed initial tests with 27 percent failing retest.
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Arizona Department of Health Services
Maricopa
Pima
Bureau of Vehicular Emissions Inspection
How to plan a car tuneup and its gear
An automotive tuneup requires about $100 in equipment and a shop manual. Essential tools include a timing light, dwell tachometer, volt-ammeter, ohm meter, automotive analyzer units, compression gauge, spark plug gauge, hydrometer, and battery post cleaner. Regular tuneups improve mileage and performance and vary by ignition system.
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Igen
Odometer Law Toughens With Expanded Vehicle Disclosure
The National Automotive Dealers Association reports new federal rules require detailed mileage information at sale or transfer starting Jan 1 1978. The NHTSA amends the regulation to close loopholes, require buyer seller signatures, and allow kilometer readings as conversion moves forward.
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National Automobile Dealers Association
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Hertz executive advises buyers on new car choices
Craig Koch of Hertz Corp says buyers should assess needs before visiting dealers to avoid unsuitable choices. He warns against oversized cars or underpowered small cars and stresses resale value influencing accessory decisions, noting air conditioning and automatic transmission as key factors. He highlights radial-ply tires as a major modern safety and longevity advance.
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Frank Macomber Copley
Craig Koch
Hertz Corp
Hertz
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RCA
New Computer System Speeds Parts Service
A nationwide computerized ordering system aims to speed car parts buying. By Thanksgiving 25 parts makers will join, with 700 of 950 suppliers by early 1983. Distributors pay about 150 dollars monthly for a terminal to place orders, which are checked by a central computer and sent instantly to manufacturers. Early tests cut a full work week from delivery times.
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Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association
Aspen Options Dodge Aspen 1978 R T Package
The 1978 Dodge Aspen lineup includes an R T package with multiple options. Available body styles include two door coupe four door sedan and two seat station wagon.
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Dodge
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