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Consumer editor, Jared Gall, compares interior space on these two similar-yet different-people movers. 2009 Honda Pilot – Buying Guide www.caranddriver.com 2008 Honda Odyssey – Review www.caranddriver.com

The 2009 Volvo XC60, Volvo's smallest SUV, has the most comprehensive safety features in company history. Cameras, radar and microchips work to prevent accidents before they happen.

Jeep Liberty Sport 4wd 4dr – Jeff Gordon Chevrolet, Wilmington, NC – www.jeffgordonchevy.com

The Driver’s Seat TV puts you behind the wheel of your favorite cars, trucks and SUVs! www.TheDriversSeatTV.com

The new Formula 1 Season 2009

Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems (KERS) have been introduced into Formula One as part of the sport’s major regulation change for 2009. A means to recover energy created under braking, the new regulation will see all teams running either a battery or flywheel system this season in an effort to improve racing. With the potential for the systems to be filtered into other applications, KERS is also one of the sport’s major green initiatives. Williams is the only team on the grid to be using a …

Cars.com’s Bill Jackson takes a look at the 2009 Ford Edge Sport. It competes with the Nissan Murano and Mazda CX-7. Shot and produced by: Matthew Avery Edited by: Sarah Gersh

This off-road machine is sure to impress a lot of people.

Choosing the right tire for your specific application can be a tough process. To help with your selection, we’ve compiled a list of the most popular Maxxis ATV and motorcycle tires along with their intended application.

Maxxis ATV Tires

The Bighorn ATV Tire is one of the most popular Maxxis tires. This ATV tire features large widely spaced lugs allowing you to traverse rocky desert terrain with ease. This is a 6 ply Maxxis tire for maximum puncture resistance. Sidewall lugs also help to protect the sidewall and your wheels.

The Maxxis Mudzilla ATV Tire is (obviously) geared toward mud riding. This is also a 6 ply Maxxis ATV tire and features a unique rubber composition for longer wear. For more budget friendly mud Maxxis tires, check out the Mud Bug.

Lastly, the Maxxis Razr tire is well-suited for intermediate terrain. This is a favorite tire among racers. This tire features, smaller closer lugs for maximum traction in versatile dirt conditions. If you are looking for a high quality replacement for your OEM tires, this is it.

You can expect to spend in the neighborhood of $150 for a high quality ATV tire. Be sure to shop around for the best price as they vary quite a bit. Additionally, you can usually find good deals on Maxxis tires online.

Maxxis Motorcycle Tires

For dual sport applications, you’ll want to look at the M series Maxxis tire. These have a unique compound to give you performance both on and off-road. For an off-road use Maxxis tire, you will be choosing from the following: IT, HT, ST, and CI series tires. Of this group, the IT is the strongest tire and is designed for the varied conditions. The HT is a hart terrain Maxxis tire and the ST series Maxxis tire is designed for soft sand and mud riding.

Lastly, the CI series Maxxis tire is designed for intermediate terrain. This is the best all-around Maxxis motorcycle tire and a good OEM replacement tire.

There are 5 different types of street Maxxis motorcycle tires. The Supermaxx tires are designed for speed and performance. These are great sportbike tires. Classic and Promaxx are intermediate tires offering a good balance of wear and performance. Touring Maxxis tires are built with heavier bikes in mind. These are great for cruisers.

Although Maxxis tires are moderately priced, it is important to shop around before purchasing. You can usually find good deals on Maxxis tires online.

Lyle Dove is an avid motorcyclist who enjoys all aspects of the sport including motocross and road racing. When he’s not out riding, he spends his time writing articles on the sport he loves.

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