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SL O W D O W NDoes speedingreally save you time? (NC)-We've all been overtaken by speed demons trying to make it through the next light without stopping. They pick up the pace, put the pedal to the metal and screech out in front hoping to gain that minute or two advantage. Sometimes, for all their speeding, those same drivers arrive at the light at the same time as we do. Have you ever won- dered what the real cost of speeding is? According to Natural Resources Canada, speedy and aggres- sive driving burns excessive fuel and money and only saves a matter of minutes. If someone told you you could save two minutes of time by burning 39 per cent more fuel would you do it? Would it be worth it? With gasoline prices at over a dollar per litre in many Canadian cities, and with the growing concern for the environment, does it really make sense to speed and drive aggressively? Reducing your speed from 120km/hour to 100km/hr can save drivers up to 20 per cent in fuel costs while aggressive driving (rapid acceleration and braking) can cost up to 39 per cent more in fuel use and cost (as well as increasing the wear and tear on the vehicle). More money-saving driving tips are available online at ecoaction.gc.ca/vehicles. 345 Guelph Street, Georgetown 905-873-1605 KIYOS 21 Mill St., Georgetown 905-873-0550 JAPANESE CAR SERVICES LTD. 316 GUELPH ST., GEORGETOWN 905-873-1818 Georgetown Honda If You 905-873-1607 Fax 905-873-7408 55 MOUNTAINVIEW RD. N. GEORGETOWN Meet by Accident UPTOWN COLLISION SPECIALISTS IN PAINT & COLLISION REPAIRS FREE ESTIMATES ALL WORK GUARANTEED FREDS TOWING 46 Guelph St., Georgetown 905-877-4471 Safety on the roads is our concern Please watch your speed. Drive Safe! 5 ARMSTRONG AVENUE, GEORGETOWN 905-877-9394 See instore for details. Ask abo ut our WindowTreatment WHEELS January 11, 2008 5 Toyota Motor Sales returns to its com- pact pickup truck roots with its latest con- cept vehicle A-BAT. The environmentally advanced A-BAT provides modern versatili- ty, roominess and style in a compact pick- up architecture. The A-BAT will be on dis- play at the Toyota exhibit in Detroit at the 2008 North American International Auto Show beginning Monday, Jan. 14. The A-BAT concept was developed by the TMS Advanced Product Strategy group and Calty, Toyotas North American-based, research and design center located in Newport Beach, Calif. The team created a new genre of com- pact vehicle with good fuel economy, advanced functionality, maneuverability, unique styling within its segment and a durable package suitable for an active lifestyle. Advanced styling was also key in making the A-BAT appropriate for todays market. The A-BAT concept rides on a unibody platform for car-like handling when navi- gating city streets and crowded parking lots, and smooth ride quality for highway trips and the everyday commute. In addi- tion, its lightweight package coupled with Toyotas Hybrid Synergy Drive technology is designed to deliver excellent fuel econo- my. Translucent solar panels in the top sur- face of the instrument panel capture sun- light and convert it into energy, showcasing the vehicles green character. Positioned below the Toyota Tacoma, A- BAT integrates truck features with car fun- damentals for an efficient and modern package. The A-BATs unique aerodynamic exteri- or was crafted by Calty Project Chief Designer Ian Cartabiano and Creative Designer Matt Sperling. They integrated Toyotas design philosophy, Vibrant Clarity into the exterior by keeping the design forward-looking, crisp and function- al. The concepts unique look is a combina- tion of the large body surfaces, intersecting tight surface planes, crisp lines and the trapezoidal profile. The A-BATs 19-inch wheels sit at the vehicles corners creating a tough and ready stance. The A-BAT features a four-foot bed, but has more flexibility than the standard pick- up truck. A translucent roof panel slides open to allow for tall cargo in the cab. When the pass-through midgate is folded down into the cab the bed lengthens an additional two feet. An open tailgate pro- vides an additional two-foot of bed length. The A-BAT offers customers the versatility of hauling a standard 4x8 sheet of plywood one day, then taking a family on a camping trip to the lake the next. The bed has features perfect for work and play. These include tailgate lighting for illuminating the load in the bed, a first aid kit and flashlight integrated into the tail- gate, sliding tie downs, and an AC power outlet. Items such as sports and leisure equipment can be stored in the lockable drawers in the bed walls. The concept also has additional storage that is accessible through sliding doors conveniently placed in and outside of the truck bed. For even more storage capacity the A-BAT comes with a large sliding drawer beneath the bed, accessible without opening the tailgate. Toyota returning to truck roots at this months Detroit show