The top pickup truckavailable in Chevrolet’sSilverado line-up, the 2012Silverado 3500HD offersmaximum capabilities ofthe full-sized pickup truck.Regular, extended and crewcab models of the 2012Chevrolet Silverado3500HD make up the com-plexion for body stylechoices. While crew cabmodels are only fitted tostandard box beds, regularand extended cab versionsof the 2012 ChevroletSilverado 3500HD arematched with a long boxable to store a cargo volumeof 75.5 cubic feet.

Powerplant choices for the2012 Chevrolet Silverado3500HD pickup featureseither a gasoline-powered,360 horsepower Vortec 6-liter V-8 or a Duramax 6.6liter turbo-diesel V-8engine. Pumping out 765

pounds-feet of torque,Duramax engine fitted tothe 2012 Silverado 3500HDoffers up to 21,700 poundsof towing. For increasedpayload capacities, all 2012Silverado 3500HD can beordered as a dually (dualrear wheel) model.Standard transmission andengine oil coolers insuringprotection against the hardwork of the one-ton pickuptruck. Featuring WorkTruck, LT or LTZ trim lev-els, other standard featuresfound on the 2012 Silverado3500 HD includes air con-ditioning, StabiliTrak and atilt steering column.

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The 2012 MitsubishiGalant is a car that is cate-gorized as midsized. It isavailable in three models,entry level, ES and Ralliart.The entry level and ESmodels are equipped with afront wheel drive and arepowered by a 2.4 Literengine that has 4 cylindersand is rated at 160 horse-power and 258 lb-ft oftorque. Both models areequipped with a four speedautomatic transmission.The fuel economy rating ofthe Mitsubishi Galant entrylevel and ES models is 20miles per gallon on citystreets and 27 miles per gal-lon on the highway.

The Ralliart model ispowered by a 3.8 liter V6engine that is rated at 258-horsepower and 258 lb-ft oftorque.

It is equipped with a fivespeed automatic transmis-sion. The fuel economy rat-ing of the Mitsubishi Galant

Ralliart model is 16 milesper gallon on city streetsand 25 miles per gallon onthe highway.

The Galant entry levelmodel is equipped with 16-inch tires, cloth seats, airconditioning, a steeringwheel with tilt, poweraccessories, and keylessentry and a music systemwhich has a CD player andfour speakers.

The Galant ES model isequipped with the sameequipment as that of theentry level model but adds acruise control system and a

music system with a MP 3player and 6 speakers. Onecan opt for an ES modelequipped with a Sportpackage, which adds 16-inch tires, a rear spoiler, aleather-wrapped steeringwheel and a music systemwhich can store 6 CD/MP3formats and a satelliteradio. The 2012 GalantRalliart model is equippedwith 18 inch tires, heatedmirrors, a 8-way poweradjustable driver’s seat andaluminum pedals and a nav-igation system.

The 2012 MitsubishiGalant is equipped withanti-lock brakes, front pas-senger side air bags, trac-tion control and curtainairbags that run the entirelength of the vehicle. TheGalants interior is stylishand its buttons and gaugeseasy to use. There is plentyof room in the front and theback with seats that have asoft cushioning.

Test drive the Galant at Slidell Mitsubishi

The 2012 MitsubishiGalant can be seenat: Slidell Mitsubishi312 E. Howzee BeachRoad, Slidell

Phone: 985-643-1300Visit www.levischevy

cadillac.com

MITSUBISHI GALANT

Mossy of Picayune isthe place for the tough

Silverado Crew CabThe 2012 Chevy

Silverado can beseen at: Mossy ofPicayuneHwy. 43 @ I-59, Exit4, Picayune, Miss.

Phone: 800-826-6562Visit www.mossy

superstore.com

2012 SILVERADO 3500HD

As the Cadillac ofcrossovers enters its secondgeneration, the completelyredesigned SRX delivers anengaged choice regardinglook and feel and drivingcharacter to ordinary CUVswith its downsized fueleffective gas burningengines. The SRX comesregular using a front wheeldrive layout and is providedwith all wheel drive as anoption. It is created atop aversion of General Motors’Theta platform that is alsoused in the ChevroletEquinox and the Epsilon IIplatform which is usuallyalso used for the EuropeanOpel Insignia.

And now, in 2011Cadillac recently intro-duced a brand new, moreefficient version of its 2012Cadillac SRX mid-sizecrossover SUV, which nowrewards vigor 3.6-litersdirect-injected V6 enginewith 300 horsepower.

That provide even farmore acceleration that thecurrent 3.0-liters V6 pow-ered SRX, the new, 2012Cadillac SRX is expected tohit the automaker’s cardealerships this august.

Don Butler, vp ofCadillac promoting andadvertising, shares: “SRX isresonating with luxurybuyers by offering the pur-

pose of a crossover and thedistinctive style of aCadillac.

Now, we’re raising thestandards even higher by

providing the SRX withenhanced performance.The brand new engine canmake the SRX moreresponsive for creating the

highway, entering freewaysfrom on-ramps and climb-ing hills.”

Anyway its more horses,the most recent 3.6-liters

direct-injected V6 plantalso boasts FlexFuel capa-bility and wider rpm rangefor its high torque, whichgives the driver morepower in front of a widerchoice of speeds and driv-ing conditions.

Further accessories onthe 2012 model yearCadillac SRX luxury SUVinclude general Bluetoothcell phone connectivity, aheated steering wheel onthe luxury, performanceand prime quality trim lev-els and door lock switcheson the driver and passengerdoor panels.

Additionally in CadillacSRX, a new machined fin-ish on the huge 20-inchrims set arrives standard onthe performance and highquality trim levels.

Check out the powerful 2012Cadillac SRX at Mossy of Picayune

2012 CADILLAC SRX

The 2012 Cadillac SRXcan be seen at:Mossy of PicayuneHwy. 43 @ I-59, Exit4, Picayune, Miss.

Phone: 800-826-6562Visit www.mossy

superstore.com

(ARA) - Whether head-ing to a theme park, camp-ground or flying to farawayplaces, a family vacationprovides lasting memoriesfor both parents and chil-dren to cherish forever.From making reservationsto packing and activities,there are many elementsthat go into planning avacation the whole familywill enjoy. Here are a few

suggestions to make for afun trip and get the wholefamily involved:

• Allow all family mem-bers to brainstorm whatthey would like to do dur-ing their vacation. While itmay not be possible to visitevery destination suggest-ed, there may be at least oneactivity for each familymember during your trip.This way everyone will

have something to look for-ward to as they head to theselected activity.

• Pack travel-friendlysnacks that will pleasepicky eaters and keepeveryone full and ener-gized. Fruits like bananasand apples, vegetables likecarrots and celery andcrackers are always a goodchoice for travel snacks. Toadd flavor and make snack

time more fun, try a dip orspread that’s easy to packand use, like Jif(R) ToGo(TM) Peanut Butter,which has the same peanut-ty taste as Jif in a conven-ient cup. Keeping these

If you are looking for oneof the most powerful orstylish car, then MitsubishiLancer is the right optionfor you. This car has got ahuge number of fans fol-lowing from differentregions. This car has beenloaded with advance fea-tures and specificationstechnologies to give thebest comfort to the driver.The best feature of this caris that it can be powered bya 2.0L 14litre and engineproducing 237 hp at 6000lancer power. It also has atop speed of 192kph toreach and developed with acapacity of 1998 / 122 and9.1: 1 compression. The2012 Mitsubishi Lancerwill be available with a242hp with four-cylinderengine and TC-SST dualclutch gear box.

The buyers have anoption to select the contin-uously variable transmis-sion. Fuel economy rates ofMitsubishi Lancer wellequipped with manualtransmission is 21mpg onthe city streets and 29mpgon highway. Fuel economyrates of the new 2012Mitsubishi Lancer comes

with continuously variabletransmission is 22mpg oncity streets and 29mpg onhighway.

The 2012 Lancer entrylevel version is wellequipped with 16-inchtires, the drum brakes inback, the steering wheelwith a tilt, windows & mir-

rors are been powered, thesystem, which checks thepressures in tires and musicsystem, which has the CD /MP3 player and 4speakersand computer. The 2012Lancer ES comes with thesimilar equipment as ofentry level model howeveradds, 16inch tires, the disc

brakes at back, music aswell as cruise control but-tons are situated on thesteering wheel and splitseat in a back, which hasthe armrest in center. Thenew 2012 Lancer GTScomes with 18inch tires, therear spoiler, temperaturesin the car are automatically

controlled, the steeringwheel & shifter wrapped inthe leather, music system,which has the CD/MP3

player and 6 speakers andthe bucket seats in front.

The new 2012Mitsubishi Lancer comeswith the air bags that aremounted on side for oneseated in front, the curtainairbags for passenger’shead, which run the wholelength of the car and airbags, which protect kneesof a driver.

Also, there is a lot ofroom inside the car particu-larly for one seated in aback.

WHEELS & WAVES | SUNDAY, JULY 24, 2011 | PAGE 3

The Mitsubishi Lancer is readyto drive at Slidell Mitsubishi

The Mitsubishi Lancercan be seen at:Slidell Mitsubishi312 E. Howzee BeachRoad, Slidell

Phone: 985-643-1300Visit www.levischevy

cadillac.com

MITSUBISHI LANCER

Pack the fun on yournext family vacation

SEE TIPS, PAGE 4

(ARA) - Many Americansare trying to get the full

value out of their vehicle, asevidenced by the recent

findings that the averageage of a vehicle on the roadhas reached over 10 yearsold, according to an R.L.Polk & Co. study. In order tomake sure that their vehi-cles remain durable, it isimportant that motoristslook for ways to help keeptheir vehicles runningsmoothly, longer.

“The engine in a vehicleis much like the heart in ourbodies: In order for theheart to be fit and strong,we need to take care of it,”says Jeff Hsu, technologymanager for the QuakerState brand, who wants tohelp drivers take the stepsthat can help extend the lifeof their vehicles. “Properand regular maintenance ofa vehicle can help savemoney on repairs down theroad, especially for vehicles

that have reached mile-stones in age and mileage.”

There are many ways tohelp increase your vehicle’slongevity and keep yourpeace of mind intact. Hereare a few tips to help youget the most out of one ofyour largest investments.

MMaakkee iitt yyoouurr rroouuttiinneeJust as regular check-ups

with your doctor areimportant for your ownhealth, heeding regularlyscheduled maintenanceintervals as determined bythe vehicle manufacturer isalso an essential step tohelp keep your vehiclehealthy. Taking your vehi-cle in and having it regular-ly maintained helps tomake sure your vehicle haswhat it needs to keep it run-ning. Of the overall mainte-nance regimen, one of themost frequently missedmaintenance tasks is the oilchange. By changing youroil as recommended by thevehicle manufacturer, youcan help maintain the per-formance of your engine.Regular maintenance andrecommended intervals aretypically outlined in a vehi-cle’s owner’s manual.

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To make sure your vehi-cle can stand the course oftime, it is important toavoid unnecessary strain onthe engine.

“A vehicle that has beensitting for an extended peri-od of time will have next tono oil left on the movingparts of the engine, as it hasaccumulated in the oil pan,”says Hsu. “Allowing yourengine to warm up by eas-ing into acceleration willhelp the oil flow quickerand decrease the amount ofwear and friction-relateddamage that may occur.”

Maybe even more impor-tant than taking it easy onstartup is making sure tonot overexert your vehicle.Constant, high RPMs, shortbraking, high-speed drivingand other severe types ofdriving can lead to acceler-ated engine and transmis-sion wear and potentiallymore substantial issues.

KKeeeepp iitt cclleeaann“When trying to keep a

vehicle running and toextend its life, it is impor-tant to not overlook thebody of the vehicle,” saysHsu.

Consumers’ vehicleslikely take a beating

throughout the year withthe months of harsh winterconditions and corrosiveelements. High tempera-tures, bird droppings, treesap and UV rays in thewarmer months can alsocause damage to the interi-or and exterior of a vehicle.Keeping vehicles clean canhelp protect them from thechemicals and dirt that mayattack the car’s finish andundercarriage.

MMaakkee ssuurree iitt’’ss ccoovveerreeddHaving your vehicle cov-

ered for any issues that mayarise is important, andextended warranty pro-grams are becoming moreand more prevalent. Lastyear alone, Americansbought 250 million extend-ed warranties, according tothe Service ContractIndustry Council. Thereare also different types ofaftermarket warrantiesavailable to consumersthrough the products theyuse; but there is only oneprogram that offersmotorists a full warrantyand the possibility toreceive a cash reward.

Following these simpletips can help promote along life for your vehicle.

snacks in the car or hotel

room makes it easy to packit, dip it and go with yourfavorite foods.

• Let children pick out

games they would like tobring to help pass time inthe car or at the airport.Travel-related games likecar bingo or I-spy can be agreat way to make riding inthe car more entertainingfor children.

• Don’t forget the sun-screen. No matter wherethe destination may be, it’simportant to keep yourfamily safe from the sun’srays year round. Look foreasy to apply products thatyou can conveniently tote inyour car, purse or luggage.

Each parent has his orher own methods for keep-ing their children happyduring family vacations.Visit www.jif.com or find Jifon Facebook for more snackrecipes or to exchange tipswith other parents.

If you’re looking for aminivan for the whole fam-ily, the 2012 Kia Sedona vanis the vehicle for you.Sedona boasts all thepower, features, andoptions that you could pos-sibly expect from a van.This year’s Sedona comesin regular and EX models,both of which have beenhonored in years past foroutstanding safety and per-formance.

Nearly all of the leg-endary Sedona perform-ance begins under thehood. The car’s 3.5-literDOHC V-6 engine pro-duces plenty of horsepowerand has an impressive tow-ing capacity of up to 3,500pounds.

Equipped with multi-port fuel injection and afive-speed automatic trans-mission, this powerfulengine meets Low

Emission Vehicle specifica-tions. Under the car, theSedona Minivan boasts: Asteel unibody platform,front and rear anti-roll bar,independent MacPhersonstrut front suspension, five-link rear beam axle withcoil springs and preciserack-and-pinion steering

No matter which fea-tures you consider, the 2012Kia Sedona performancespeaks for itself. It’s nowonder so many otherSedona reviews are so posi-

tive.Sedona van features are

pretty good, too. On the

outside, the minivan boasts:Alloy wheels, fog lights,two-tone body side

cladding, roof rack, andoptional spoiler.

On the inside, standard

features you read about inmany Sedona reviewsinclude: Leather-wrappedsteering wheel andgearshift knob, wood grainaccents, power driver’s andpassenger seats, tilt head-rests, front and rear A/Ccontrols, available sunroofand 127.5 cubic feet ofcargo space.

Finally, with eight differ-ent seating configurationsin the Sedona Minivan, youcan arrange that space anyway you like. Who couldask for anything more?

But wait - there is more.Even the government hashailed this car’s safety in itsstandard Sedona reviews.The Sedona includes stan-dard dual front airbags,energy absorbing steeringcolumn, side-impact doorbeams, child seat anchoringsystem and available anti-lock brakes, to name a few.

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The Sedona minivan is availablenow at Lakeshore Kia

The 2012 Kia Sedonacan be seen at:Lakeshore Kia330 Howzee BeachRoad, Slidell

Phone: 985-641-9595Visit www.lakeshore

kia.com

2012 KIA SEDONA

» FROM PAGE 3

TIPS: Ways to have more fun on yournext family vacation

Help keep your car from early retirement

(ARA) - Gas prices are ona roller coaster ride again. Abargain these days is any-thing under $4 a gallon,which is especially difficultsince it’s summer andeveryone’s hitting the roadfor vacations. Inching clos-er is fall’s “back-to-school”drive cycle. In short, thereis a lot of driving ahead andhigher gas prices are nowthe norm, so it’s time tolook at ways to alleviate thepain at the pumps.

A good place to start iseye-level with your feet -your car’s tires. You maylook at tires as black, roundutilitarian objects, but truthbe told, these technicalwonders - when properlymaintained - are gas saviorsthat can slice hundreds ofdollars off your annualgasoline bill, according toDan King, Yokohama TireCorporation’s senior vicepresident of sales and mar-keting.

“The first thing is toalways make sure your tiresare properly inflated,” saysKing. “Tires that are under-inflated by eight pounds persquare inch (psi), for exam-ple, can reduce vehicle fueleconomy by as much as 2percent and tire tread lifecan also be reduced by asmuch as 25 percent.”

King says for the bestdriving savings and safetyresults, make checking thetire pressure a monthly rou-tine. “It only takes five min-utes,” he says. “If you’re notdoing it once a month,chances are you’re drivingon under-inflated tires.”

Use the tire inflationnumbers usually labeled

inside the driver’s door, fueldoor, glove box or in theowner’s manual. (The num-ber on the tire’s sidewall isthe maximum inflationpressure.) Over-inflationreduces the tire’s contactpatch with the road, whileunder-inflation puts extraweight on its sidewalls andcauses an unsafe increase intire temperature.

Certain types of tires -ones with low rolling resist-ance (LRR) - can help savefuel, too. “LRR tires aredesigned to minimize theenergy wasted as heat whilethe tire rolls down theroad,” King says. “Thatresults in improved fuelefficiency. Studies showdriving on LRR tires alonecan save about $100 annu-ally.”

Yokohama’s AVIDENVigor tire is a goodexample of the expandingLRR tire technology. “It’san excellent low rollingresistant tire that saves fueland combines performance,comfort and long treadlife,”King says.

King also offers otherfuel-saving tips:

• Keep your tires proper-ly inflated. Once a month,when the tires are cold (atleast three to four hoursafter the vehicle has beendriven), check tire pressurewith a reliable tire gauge.Be sure that the valve stemshave a plastic or metal capto keep dirt out and sealagainst leakage.

• Replace your air filter.A clogged air filter blocksthe air needed to burn fuelefficiently and wastes gas.

• Keep your car tuned-up

according to the manufac-turer’s recommendedschedule to keep all systemsin good working order,which can optimize yourmileage.

• To prevent skiddingand hydroplaning, tiresmust be replaced when thetread is worn down to 1/16of an inch. An easy test:place a penny into a treadgroove. If part of Lincoln’shead is covered by thetread, you’re driving withthe proper amount of tread.If you can see all of hishead, you should buy a newtire.

• Built-in treadwear indi-

cators, or “wear bars,”which look like narrowstrips of smooth rubberacross the tread will appearon the tire when the tread isworn down to 1/16 of aninch. When you see thesewear bars, the tire is wornout and should be replaced.

• Visually check yourtires for signs of unevenwear. You may have irregu-lar tread wear if there arehigh and low areas orunusually smooth areas.Consult your tire dealer assoon as possible.

• Tires should be rotatedat least every 6,000 to 8,000miles and the alignmentshould be checked once ayear. Misaligned tires cancause the car to scrub,which lowers mileage andcauses unnecessary tirewear.

• Slow down. For everyfive mph you go above 60mph, you’re using more gas,and, ultimately, paying evenmore for each gallon of gas.

For additional tire careand safety tips, visitwww.yokohamatire.com orwww.rma.org.

WHEELS & WAVES | SUNDAY, JULY 24, 2011 | PAGE 5

If you really want to getaway from it all in an RV,the Fleetwood TiogaMontera has it all for com-fort and a great ride. Whygo for a Fleetwood RV?Because, there’s no cuttingcorners. Skilled craftsmenbuild every Fleetwood RVfor maximum durabilityand longevity. More peopletrust Fleetwood. After all,we’ve spent over 50 yearsperfecting RVs, earning theloyalty of generations ofRVers. We’re truly passion-ate about the RV lifestyle.Fleetwood was founded byRV enthusiasts, and thattradition continues today.You’ve got precious cargo.So we’ve engineered dozensof innovative safety featuresinto our motor homes to

give you more peace ofmind.

Help is nearby. Whenyou need an upgrade orrepair, you’ll findFleetwood dealers allacross North America readyto assist you. Plus, there isan exclusive RV owner carewarranty. See yourFleetwood dealer fordetails.

The Tioga Monera haslots of options. On theinside, this RV features a19” LCD Wide-Screen TVwith remote, hardwood flatpanel cabinet doors, hiddencabinet door hinges, linedshelves in overhead cabi-nets, Ozite-lined ceilings,pleated night shades in liv-ing room and bedroom, anda water pump with on/off

switches at galley and lavvy.The exterior features all

the options you would needto enjoy life on the road,such as: Exterior entertain-ment center withAM/FM/CD player andauxiliary speaker, coaxialcable and 12V/110 recepta-cles, exterior wash unit, 12-volt water pump, 13,000Btu conventional air condi-tioner, 20,000 Btu furnacewith a wall -mounted ther-mostat, a 6-gallon propanewater heater with elec-tronic ignition, AC/DCload center with 12-voltconverter/battery charger,auxiliary battery with dis-connect switch, centralmonitor panel, completeTuffPEX plumbing systemand GFI circuit protection.

Come home to theFleetwood Tioga

Montera RV

FLEETWOOD TIOGA MONTERA

Slowing the gas price roller coaster

If you are looking for oneof the stylish as well asexcellent fuel economy carthen 2012 ChevroletMalibu is going to offer youthe maximum result. Theadvance features andpower engine will definite-

ly boost your driving expe-rience.

The interior and exteriorof 2012 Chevrolet Malibuwill be slightly differentfrom its previous version of2011. It will offer the userhigh value gas friendly per-

formance comparing to theprevious model. The 2012Chevrolet Malibu is pow-ered by a 2.4 liter four cylin-der engine that delivers 180HP with six speed automat-ic transmission.

The engine of 2012

Chevrolet Malibu is com-bined with lithium ion bat-tery to offer required elec-trical boost in several driv-ing scenario and transmis-sion operation. It is alsoequipped with new eAssistsystem to offer moremileage on roads.

For people who seekpower, then Chevrolet hasnow decided to put a 6-cylinder of engine in the2012 Malibu’s.

There is a 4-cylindermodel. With the battery

powered mechanism for amotor, you may expectaround 50 percent ofincrease in the fuel mileageover other 3.6liter V6?s. Youmay as well hear this dualmode mechanism.

Chevrolet has a floor costof around $ 22,500 for thisvehicle, with around$30,000 to an average sell-ing cost with all options,which most of the peoplewant.

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For the 2012 model year,the Cadillac SRX gets anew, more powerful basepowertrain and other luxu-ry features added to itsstandard roster list.

All SRX models now geta standard 300-horsepow-er, 3.6-liter V-6 producing260 pounds-feet of torque,mated to a six-speed auto-matic transmission. Thatengine replaces both thestandard 265-hp, 3.0-literV-6 and the upgraded 300-hp, turbocharged 2.8-literV-6, according to Cadillac

spokeswoman JordanaStrosberg.

The new V-6 can run onE85 fuel, and Cadillacexpects similar gas mileage

as the 3.0-liter V-6, which israted at 18 mpg city and 25mpg highway. All-wheeldrive is still available.

Other added featuresinclude standard Bluetoothconnectivity on all trims.Door locks are now placedon the driver’s side and pas-senger side doors instead ofjust on the center console.Luxury, Performance andPremium trims now get aheated steering wheel.Performance and Premiumtrims also get standard 20-inch wheels.

The classy powerful Caddy SRXis at Levis Chevrolet-Cadillac

The 2012 Cadillac SRXcan be seen at: LevisChevrolet Cadillac316 E. Howzee BeachRoad, Slidell

Phone: 985-643-1800Visit www.levischevy

cadillac.com

2012 CADILLAC SRX

The stylish Malibuis available at Levis

2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU

The 2012 ChevroletMalibu can be seenat: Levis ChevroletCadillac316 E. Howzee BeachRoad, Slidell

Phone: 985-643-1800Visit www.levischevy

cadillac.com

WHEELS & WAVES | SUNDAY, JULY 24, 2011 | PAGE 7

KTM offers an array ofoff-road bikes featuringboth two- and four-strokeengines.

The KTM Power SportsAG is a strong company andan equally strong brand thatis constantly expanding itsinternational marketingfootprint. KTM is a leadinginternational manufacturerof motorsports vehicleswith a special emphasis onsport-oriented motorcyclesthat underscore the compa-ny’s “Ready to Race” philos-ophy.

The company has itsheadquarters in Mattig-hofen, Austria and is run byCEO Stefan Pierer, whotook control of manage-ment in 1992 when it wasre-launched with a missionto produce motorcycles ofexacting standards of excel-lence.

Stefan Pierer is a well-known figure in the auto-motive world, widelyrespected as a brave deci-sion maker with clearvisions. Gerald Kiska isresponsible for the craftingof KTM’s unique designand brand identity. Incharge of product designand brand positioning,Kiska also created KTM’sdistinct and internationally

recognized KTM “Orange”corporate identity.

KTM is proud to be theworld market leader insport motorcycles, and haswon more than 188 worldchampionship titles. InJanuary 2011, the companysucceeded in winning theDakar Rally for the tenthconsecutive time, establish-ing its absolute dominancein the world’s most gruelingrally of more than 9,500 kmand setting completely newbenchmarks in internation-al offroad racing. Whileforemost in the offroad rac-ing segment all over theworld, KTM is also con-stantly expanding its streetbike range. Its factory-sup-ported team that contestedthe International GermanSuperbike Championshipslast season came away withthe Manufacturer’s Title.

The company markets anexclusive range of KTMPowerParts to enable itsmotorcycles to be upgradedand personalized to suitspecific requirements i.e.track racing, touring, styleetc. KTM also offers a con-stantly updated range ofKTM PowerWear: brandedmotorcycle clothes, acces-sories and other merchan-dise that reflect both cur-

rent fashion trends and thecompany’s own racingDNA. All of KTM’s modelrange, as well as its exclu-sive PowerParts andPowerWear are specificallydesigned to catalyze athrilling experience in rid-ing and racing cutting edgemotorcycles.

In addition to its exten-sive ranges of offroad andstreet bikes, KTM, as KTM-Sportcar GmbH, also pro-duces a lightweight sportscar, the KTM X-Bow and assuch has taken the first stepinto the automobile area.

KTM has also recentlyopened two new joint ven-tures, complete with dis-tinct flagship stores, in SaoPaolo and Dubai. Theseventures recognize theimportance of the dynamicemerging markets in thosetwo regions and underlineKTM’s firm commitment toincrease its internationalmarketing footprint.

With around 1,600employees, KTM produced66,000 motorcycles duringthe 2010 financial year.Some 20 sales subsidiariesand five other joint ven-tures deliver KTM productsto around 1,400 independ-ent dealers all over theworld.

KTM 350 SX-F

KTM offers varietyof off-road bikes

The 2011 model 180Dauntless by BostonWhaler is a practical water-craft with lots of amenities.

The Dauntless can holdup to eight people for a dayout on the water. It’s justover 18 feet long and fea-tures a 25-inch-high tran-som.

The boat is rated for anoutboard engine up to 150horsepower fueld by a 60-gallon gas tank.

All rails and hardwareare stainles steel. Six 8-inchcleats surround the boat,which is also equipped withbow and stern lifting eyes.For swimmers, the Daunt-less has a swim platform

with telescoping ladder.Other features include an

acrylic windshield, instru-ment/switch panel, com-pass, storage tub, rod hold-ers, drink holders, a storage

console and a reversiblepilot seat, among others.

To learn more about the2011 Dauntless, or to locatea dealer, visit www.boston-whaler.com.

Launch Boston Whaler’s180 Dauntless today

2011 180 DAUNTLESS BY BOSTON WHALER

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