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Speed Racer: SpeedArt Makes the Porsche Cayenne Hybrid Even Faster

by Jeffrey Jablansky

Our first drive of the 2011 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid revealed that power and performance don't have to be hampered by green credentials. Building on Porsche's formula, German tuning firm SpeedArt has released an even faster Cayenne hybrid -- the SpeedHybrid 450.

The vital statistics of the Cayenne S Hybrid are already impressive, and SpeedArt's modifications further stretch the limits of Porsche's hybrid powertrain. The garden-variety Cayenne S Hybrid offers a combined 380 horsepower and 428 pound-feet of torque and uses an Audi-sourced 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 as its gas engine. As the name suggests, the SpeedArt 450 ups horsepower to 450. According to SpeedArt's testing, the 0-to-60 time drops by 0.5 second to 6.0, and top speed rises to just over 155 mph. Not bad for an SUV that tips the scales at close to 5000 pounds.

SpeedArt's modifications stay true to the Cayenne Hybrid's sporty yet eco-friendly character. As in the stock Cayenne S Hybrid, the SpeedArt 450's engine will shut off when appropriate. To make sure you hear the SpeedArt coming, the tuner also offers a sound switch to amplify the roar of the sweet six-cylinder engine.

Interior and exterior modifications round out SpeedArt's changes. Inside, the only major additions are a turbo gauge and a blue rev counter. The Cayenne's exterior is treated to a distinctive coating of white and blue, and the black-painted wheels measure 22 inches.

Pricing was not available on SpeedArt's Web site, but the package is likely to add some greenbacks to the green Cayenne's $68,675 price tag. SpeedArt's execution on the hybrid Cayenne is up there with versions of the original-recipe Cayenne by Merdad and Lumma Design.

What do you think -- does a market exist for a tuned performance hybrid SUV? Let us know what you think in the comments section.

Porsche Celebrating 60 Years in U.S. with Contests, Web Site

by Nate Martinez

In celebration of its 60th year in America, Porsche Cars North America has launched a series of Porsche-themed events and contests through a new website, www.Porsche60Years.com.

Two of the first contests -- My Porsche Classic Search and My Porsche Passion Contest -- give brand fans and classic car owners the chance to win some pretty cool prizes, like an all-expense-paid trip to the Porsche Sport Driving School.

Think you or your neighbor's classic Porsche is really old? Upload images and information to the site. In its My Porsche Classic contest, Porsche is looking for the oldest examples of each of the 12 vehicle lines (356, 911, 912, 914, 924, 928, 944, 968, Boxster, Cayenne, Carrera GT, Cayman) that it sold in the U.S. Owners of the oldest cars will get a unique vehicle badge from the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart. Of course, there will be a top honor for the eldest Porsche still in the States.

Images of select vehicles are slated to go on display in Stuttgart during its "Sixty Years of Porsche in America" display starting October 12. One winner will also get a chance to display his/her car at the 2012 Los Angeles International Auto Show.

Unlike the classic contest, the My Porsche Passion Contest is open to anyone, particularly those enamored with the Stuttgart sports car maker. Fans are asked to submit an essay of 500 words or less on the 60th site explaining their brand love. A panel of judges will pick 20 winners whose work will get posted onto the celebratory site. Then users will vote for their favorite essay, with the top three vote-getters earning an all-expense-paid trip to the Porsche Sport Driving School in Birmingham, Alabama.

This week, the automaker is displaying some of its most pristine examples at the 2012 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. As you can imagine, this is only the beginning of Porsche's yearlong birthday events calendar, so stay tuned.

Click here to pick out your new Porsche.

Join Us in the Fight Against Cancer!

Each year, MileOne employees, friends and family participate in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk is as unique and special as the stories that motivate our dedicated walkers, donors and volunteers. Each step we take is personal. And each donation is helping to save lives. And each volunteer helps create a world with less breast cancer and more birthdays.

This year the 4 mile walk will take place on October 24th at the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg YMCA in Baltimore, MD. MileOne will join many more local businesses, families, survivors and volunteers for the event. If you are interested in joining our team, making a donation or just want to learn more about the event please visit www.stridesbaltimore.com.

A 350 MPH School Bus?

by Bryan Usrey

With school about to get under way, what better way to show up on the first day than on a bus with fire coming out of the back? This may not be the safest way to travel, but it does make the school bus journey be fun again while eliminating the torturous normal journey that it usually is.

Paul Stender and IndyBoys Inc created this fire-shooting school bus and it packs a whopping 42,000 horsepower from its GE J-79 jet engine that is used on F4 Phantoms. Sadly, the bus did lose some of its hauling capacity, as only three people can sit inside. Not to mention it shoots 75-foot flames out of the back.

According to the IndyBoys website, the bus was able to hit 350 miles per hour, but we can’t imagine anybody would be willing to actually hit that sort of speed.

The Telegraph quoted Stender as he explained the reason for the bus. "I built the bus for two reasons. The first is to entertain people because, come on; it’s a jet bus. The second is to keep kids off drugs. Jets are hot, drugs are not."

Well done sir.

Commissioned in 1855, this sloop was the last all-sail warship built by the United States Navy, and is presently docked at Pier 1 in Baltimore's Inner Harbor. What is her name?

USS Constitution
USS Lord Baltimore
USS Enterprise
USS Constellation

See answer under Car Doctor.

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Driving Tips To Keep Your Family Safe

Buckle Up
The most important tip to keep your family safe while driving is to always use safety belts and proper child restraints. Children are safer when placed in the rear seat in the appropriate infant, child, booster seat, or safety belt – appropriate for the size and age. Never place a rear facing infant restraint in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with an active air bag.
Both Hands on the Wheel!
The first car safety tip is to always drive with both hands on the wheel. The best place for your hands are at the nine and three o'clock positions, which help provide greater control when steering.
Lights On, Please
With your safety in mind, all new vehicles come equipped with daytime running lamps. To help with safe driving, turn on your lights in rainy or snowy weather to make sure that your headlamps, tail lamps and other exterior lamps are on. Even if your visibility is good, other drivers will have a better view of your vehicle.
Snow on the Roof
Don't let snow pile up on top of your car or truck. Peaks of snow increase drag and decrease gas mileage. And snow piled in your pickup's bed can obstruct both your view and the view of other drivers.
Quick Maneuvering
If you need to veer suddenly to avoid hitting an object in your vehicle's path, before turning, make sure you look in the direction you'd like to head towards to make sure the path is clear.
Alcohol is a factor in 39% of traffic fatalities in the U.S.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), these visual signs may help you spot an impaired driver:

Stopping problems (too far, too short, or too jerky)
Straddling a lane line
Swerving or drifting
Weaving across lane lines
Accelerating or decelerating for no apparent reason
Slow response to traffic signals
Turning with a wide radius
Driving without headlights at night
Varying speed

Let An Expert Inspect
Making sure your vehicle is in peak condition is another excellent way to help you drive safely. Stop by your MileOne dealer and let a technician give your vehicle a inspection. Your technician checks many areas (27 points in all) that can assist in safe driving – including wiper blades, windshield cracks, tire wear, brakes, steering, suspension and tail lamps – and will offer expert services if you need them.

Make sure that your automobile is up to date on its service schedule.

Click Here to schedule a service appointment at your nearest Mile One Service Center.

USS Constellation
Purchased and moved to Baltimore in 1954 by a non-profit organization for restoration and preservation, the USS Constellation is the only American Civil War-era vessel still afloat. A pearl of maritime, naval, and American history, she is open to the public and a must-see on your trip to Maryland's largest city. Within easy walking distance is the National Aquarium, the Maryland Science Center and Davis Planetarium, and all the food and shopping you can handle.