Mercedes-Benz 2008

The 2008 C-Class is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, or luxury sports sedan, available in 3 trims, ranging from the C300 Sport Sedan to the C350 Sport Sedan.

Upon introduction, the C300 Sport Sedan is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 228-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The C350 Sport Sedan is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 268-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

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Motor Scooter Information

Motor scooters and mini-motorcycles have become hot items among children and teenagers.

Parents, grandparents and other family members are spending their hard earned money to purchase scooters and mini-motorcycles – just to find out that most cannot be operated on Ohio’s roads and their children - or grandchildren cannot legally operate the vehicle.

In Ohio, the motor scooters and mini-motorcycles cannot be legally operated on Ohio’s roadways unless - they are titled, registered, covered by the proper insurance and the operator is at least 16 years old with a motorcycle license or endorsement on his or her driver license.

Most of the small electric and gas powered motor scooters, which are sold in sporting good stores and department stores, are not roadworthy, therefore cannot be titled or registered.

In order for the scooter or the mini-motorcycle to be considered roadworthy each must contain a seat, not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, contain the proper brake lights, turn signals, horn, rearview mirrors and headlights.

The county title office will then issue a title for your motor scooter or mini-motorcycle. The title will cost $5.

After you purchase your title, you will need to register your vehicle. The annual registration costs $24.50, plus a permissive tax if required and any new plate fees.

The motor scooter or mini-motorcycle will be issued a motorcycle plate, which will need to be attached to the vehicle.

Please make sure you have the proper insurance coverage on your motor scooter or mini-motorcycle, before registering your vehicle. The owner and the operator of the motor scooter or mini-motorcycle are subject to financial responsibility suspensions if the proper insurance is not maintained.

And finally, in order for the individual to legally operate the motor scooter or mini-motorcycle – he or she must be at least 16 years old and hold a valid driver license with a motorcycle endorsement or a motorcycle license. It is very important to know Ohio’s road laws and signs before an individual attempts to operate a vehicle of any kind on Ohio’s roadways. Licensed drivers have been tested on their knowledge and skills.

Please, know the law before you purchase a motor scooter or a mini-motorcycle. Know where they may be operated and who can operate them. If you have questions you may contact the BMV at 614-752-7800 and you also need to check with your local jurisdiction before you make the purchase.

It’s about your safety, your children’s safety and other drivers’ safety.

Ohio Motorcycle Roads

Welcome to MotorcycleRoads.US - your one-stop resource for great motorcycle roads™ in Ohio. Our mission, as a service to the motorcycle community, is to provide a comprehensive listing of roads available from various Internet resources or contributed by motorcycle riders.

Roads are color coded by their primary characteristic: Scenic; Sweeping Curves; Twisties; and Unpaved. A twisty road is defined as one which has switchbacks or is 'left, right, left, right,' etc. [See twisty road example]. An unpaved road is hard-packed gravel, but would be suitable for most road bikes. The code assigned is subjective and based on information from the Internet resource, Rand McNally Road Atlas, Microsoft® Streets & Trips, State highway maps, and motorcycle riders.

Each road has its own page which includes a map, rider comments, links to other resources, and a listing of connecting routes. However, you should visit the resources listed for more information such as road conditions, directions, tourist attractions, and safety precautions. Click on the road designation or name to view its page.

Roads are listed by geographical area. Preceding the route number or name is a small icon which indicates the general direction of the route. ↔ = e-w, ↕ = n-s, and Ο = loop. Many of the roads intersect or connect with each other. To plan your tour or ride, get out your road atlas or state highway map and have fun. Enjoy your ride and remember, Ride Safe!

2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Grand Cherokee is Jeep’s premium midsize SUV and the flagship of the Jeep brand, aimed at the upscale sport-utility buyer. It was introduced in 1992, and in 1993 became the first in its class to offer a V8 engine. In 1999, the Grand Cherokee was redesigned for the first time in its history. The all-new third-generation Grand Cherokee debuted for the 2005 model year.

New for 2008

The 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is updated with a new front fascia and grille, HID headlights with integrated turn lenses and new 17- and 18-inch wheels. Interior updates include new center console, armrest, cupholders and a four-gauge instrument cluster with LED illumination, black gauges and white pointers.

2008 Volvo V50

The 2008 Volvo V50 wagon is offered in two trim levels, the 2.4i and the T5. Both come standard with front-wheel drive, but the T5 has an option for all-wheel drive as well. The 2.4i drives away with a 2.4-liter, 168 horsepower inline five-cylinder engine, while the T5's slightly larger 2.5-liter version of the same five-cylinder engine offers 227 horsepower and 236 pounds-feet of torque. The standard transmission on the 2.4i is a five-speed manual transmission, while the T5 comes with a five-speed automatic that has "Geartronic" technology for manual gear changing. Adding the "Dynamic Trim" package to the T5 gives you a sport steering wheel, a shift knob trimmed in aluminum, and a more robust "sport suspension."

Crash-test data for the Volvo V50 is not available as of this writing, but the car's sister-sedan, the Volvo S40 earned good ratings. While this may be a sign that the V50 wagon will fare well, differences in construction and vehicle weight preclude that assumption.

Still, the 2008 Volvo V50 does have an impressive array of safety features that all come standard, including side-curtain and side-impact air bags, all-disc anti-lock brakes, side mirrors with integrated turn signals, traction control and an electronic stability system, and even a "blind spot information system" that flashes an indicator-light just inside of either side-mirror when there's a car in the corresponding blind spot.

Inside the Volvo V50, you'll find seating for five, and a sportswear-inspired interior fabrics, though leather upholstery is available. Storage space includes larger capacities in the door pockets and the center console, while the center armrest has been redesigned, and the handle for the hand brake has been made smaller.

In the 2008 Volvo V50 T5, there are new gauges, with watch-face styling and aluminum trim, while the 2.4i has the option of Nordic Light Oak. In both models the backs of the rear seats fold down separately, and the front passenger seat back also folds flat. Air conditioning, power windows and door locks, and keyless entry are all standard, as is an auxiliary jack for MP3 playback capability. The standard stereo system is an AM/FM radio with a single CD player and controls on the steering wheel, but an in-dash six-disc changer is available as an upgrade. On the 2.4i, Sirius Satellite Radio is also available as an option, but it's standard on the T5. Either way, the first six months of service are free.

External refinements of the 2008 Volvo V50 include a modified nose and tail, the former of which is more sculpted, and the Volvo logo on the grille is even larger than ever before. The "dynamic trim" package mentioned earlier also adds a spoiler to the liftgate on the T5. The standard wheels are sixteen-inch alloy, but either trim level can upgrade to 17-inch wheels and aluminum roof rails by adding a "premium package."

Fuel economy for the 2008 Volvo V50 ranges from 18-20 in the city to 26-28 on the highway, and the starting MSRP for the basic 2.4i is $26,815.

2008 Toyota Tundra

A very versatile and powerful full-size half-ton pickup truck, the 2008 Toyota Tundra underwent a very successful redesign in 2007. This year the only significant changes are the ability to get the base model in a crew or extended cab version, and a few more features are added to the standard equipment list for the base Grade model as well as the top of the line Limited version. With the ability to tow more than 10,000 pounds the Tundra is one hard working truck that delivers a comfortable ride and is enjoyable to drive. Sharing the same platform as the GM Silverado and Sierra, the Tundra does not seem to have a significant leg up in any particular area and the fit and finish are not quite as refined. However, the MSRPs for comparably equipped Silverados, Sierras and Tundras, the Toyota gives you a similar bang for less bucks.

The Tundra is available in 3 trims, each of which has multiple variations, resulting in a total of 44 possible configurations. There are also 3 body styles-a regular cab, Double Cab, and CrewMax. Grade, SR5 and Limited trims are all available with your choice of any of the three cabs, while the regular cab is only available on the Grade models. The CrewMax provides a 5.5 bed only, but the Regular and Double Cabs are available with either a 6.5 foot bed or an 8 foot bed. The Grade models are equipped with18 inch steel wheels, dual zone air conditioning, a 40/20/40 fabric bench seat and an AM/FM/CD stereo with an auxiliary audio jack. With the SR5 models you will also get cruise control, full power accessories, a telescopic steering wheel, keyless entry and rear heat vents. Additional features are found in the Double Cab and CrewMax versions and include heated outside mirrors, power operated front bucket seats and a 6 disc CD changer. The CrewMax models also feature a reclining rear bench seat, sliding rear window with defroster and rear air conditioning vents. The Limited trim models come with alloy wheels and wider tires and builds upon the previously listed features with power retractable, auto-dimming outside mirrors, bed rails, adjustable tie downs, front and rear park assist, leather upholstery throughout the cab, power adjustable captain's chairs for the driver and front seat passenger, a premium 10 or 12 speaker JBL sound system, Bluetooth and automatic climate control. An Off-Road Package offers fog lights, an enhanced suspension system with Bilstein shocks and all terrain tires. Additional options include 20" wheels, a backup camera and a navigation system.

All models have a limited slip rear differential and can be equipped with two or four wheel drive. The Regular and Double Cab models are equipped with a 4.0 liter V6 that produces 236 horsepower mated to a 5 speed automatic transmission. The CrewMax models come standard with a 4.7 liter V8 and the same 5 speed automatic transmission, but horsepower is boosted to 271. This powertrain is optional for the Regular and Double Cab models. A 5.7 liter V8 that puts out 381 horsepower is also a swift and powerful option for all Tundra's. The 2008 Toyota Tundra is ready, willing and able to tackle just about any task. With so many possible configurations and a potent 5.7 V8 as one of the options, the Tundra is worthy of serious consideration by anyone in the market for a full size half ton pickup.