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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday May 2, 2007 - 23 Canadians can help preserve the environment everyday with these simple tips Care for your car... help the environment May is "Car Care Month" and Car Care Canada is reaching out to discuss the number one issue facing Canadians today ... the environment. Global warming, greenhouse gas emissions, and health problems caused by smog in our cities are serious issues of concern to Canadians. "As part of the month's efforts, the Be Car Care Aware program is sharing a list of pro-active methods that lessen the negative impact vehicle use has on the environment." "Many Canadians are concerned about the environmental affects of driving yet vehicles have become a necessity for most," says Kelly Williams, spokesperson for the Be Car Care Aware campaign. "The fact is simple, regular vehicle maintenance makes a true difference." · A misfiring spark plug can reduce fuel efficiency by as much as 30 per cent. · Replacing a clogged air filter could improve gas mileage by as much as 10 per cent. · Improper tire inflation may cause gas mileage to plummet by as much as 15 per cent. · Driving on under-inflated tires may also reduce the life of tires by 15 per cent or more. · Driving aggressively on the highway can lower a vehicle's gas mileage by 33 per cent. · Carrying an extra 50 kilograms in the trunk may cut a vehicle's fuel economy by two per cent. · A loaded roof rack increases your car's air drag and can pull down a vehicle's mileage by five per cent. · Air conditioning can negatively impact fuel economy by 10 to 20 per cnet. Be Car Care Aware is a consumer education campaign about the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair. The goal of the Be Car Care Aware campaign is to build awareness and knowledge to prepare consumers to make sensible decisions about their vehicles. Built around three key message areas of safety, the environment and protecting your vehicle investment, the campaign is spearheaded by Car Care Canada. Car Care Canada is a non-profit advocacy group that is the leading source for research, education and communication about the automotive aftermarket industry in Canada. For more information about vehicle maintenance and safety, visit the Be Car Care Aware website at www.carcarecanada.ca. EVERYTHING Auto your guide to everything auto in Oakville EVERYTHIN 2007SX4 Available AWD / 2.0 litre, 4 cylinder 6 standard airbags / ABS with brake assist Fuel economy: City -- 9.2 L/100 km; Hwy -- 6.9 L /100 km Lease $ per month from Lease % For 60 months rate Down payment $1,625 / MSRP $15,995* For more information, visit SX4.ca 2007Grand Vitara Standard 4WD/2.7 litre, V6 engine, 6 standard airbags/ABS with EBD climate control A/C Fuel economy: City -- 13.0 L/100 km; Hwy -- 9.5 L/100 km Lease $ * per month ** from Lease % For 60 months rate Down payment $2,595 / MSRP $25,495* For more information, visit GRANDVITARA.ca 299 2.9 199 2.9 AJAC Award Finalist Best new SUV / CUV ($35,000 / $60,000) category Suzuki of Oakville 2219 Wyecroft Road, Oakville, ON L6L 5L7 905-469-2429 · Toll Free 1-866-229-3897 fax 905-469-4562 SUZUKI.ca CONSUMERS SHOULD READ THE FOLLOWING: Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. *MSRP for the 2007 SX4 with manual transmission (model H3N83N7) 2007 Grand Vitara with Standard 4WD (model LLN8EN6). Destination and Delivery ($1,095 / $1,295) not included in MSRP. Registration fee, license, insurance, administration fees and applicable taxes are not included. **Limited time offer to qualified retail customers on approved credit (O.A.C.) available through FinancialLinx to lease a new 2007 SX4 with manual transmission (model H3N83N7) 2007 Grand Vitara with Standard 4 WD (model LLN8EN6). for 60 months. Down payment of $1,625 / $2,595 or equivalent trade-in, with 100,000 km total mileage allowance ($0.10/km for excess mileage). First month's lease payment is required at lease inception. Lease payments include Destination and Delivery ($1,095/$1,295). This offer does not include license, insurance, acquisition fees of $350, administration fees, PPSA of $60 + taxes and any applicable taxes which are due at lease inception. ***These offers cannot be combined with any other offer except for the Suzuki Graduate Program. With the Suzuki Graduate Program, recent university or college graduates may be eligible for an allowance on the purchase or lease of certain models. Fuel economy based on Transport Canada ratings. Source: Association of International Automobile Manufacturers of Canada (AIAMC). Based on 2006 calendar year. Dealers may lease or sell for less. See participating dealers for details.