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  • TVR Sagaris (2005-2006)

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    Sports Cars
    2000s
    TVR Sagaris (2005-2006)

    TVR Sagaris Manufacturer TVR Production 2005–2006 Body style 2-door coupe Engine 4.0 L (3996 cc) Straight-6 Transmission 5-speed manual Wheelbase 92.9 in (2,360 mm) Length 159.7 ...

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  • TVR Speed Eight engine (1996-2003)

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    Engines
    1990s
    TVR Speed Eight engine (1996-2003)

    TVR Speed Eight engine 1996 to 2003 was the name of a normally aspirated V8 car engine designed and manufactured by TVR. The engine was intended to power the TVR Griffith and ...

  • TVR Speed Six engine (1999-2007)

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    Engines
    1990s
    TVR Speed Six engine (1999-2007)

    TVR Speed Six engine 1999 to 2007 The TVR Speed Six was the name of a naturally aspirated straight-6 engine manufactured by TVR, and used in several of their cars including ...

  • TVR Speed Twelve engine

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    Engines
    2000s
    TVR Speed Twelve engine

    TVR Speed Twelve engine engine V12 w/High Molybdenum EN14T steel block, EN40B nitrided steel crankshaft and EN24B conrods, Dry Sump Lubrication valvetrain 4 Valves per Cyl fuel ...

  • TVR T350 (2002-2006)

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    Sports Cars
    2000s
    TVR T350 (2002-2006)

    TVR T350 (2002 to 2006) Manufacturer TVR Production 2002–2006 Body style 2-door coupe Engine 3.6 L (3605 cc) Straight-6 Transmission 5-speed manual Related TVR Tamora, Sagaris. ...

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  • TVR Tamora (2002-2006)

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    Sports Cars
    2000s
    TVR Tamora (2002-2006)

    TVR Tamora (2002 to 2006) Manufacturer TVR Production 2002–2006 Body style 2-door convertible Engine 3.6 L (3605 cc) straight-6 Transmission 5-speed manual Related TVR T350 The ...

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  • TVR Tasmin (1980-1988)

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    Sports Cars
    1980s
    TVR Tasmin (1980-1988)

    TVR Tasmin (1980 to 1988) Manufacturer TVR Also called Tasmin, 280i, Tasmin 200 Production 1980 - 1988 Predecessor TVR 3000M/Taimar Successor TVR 350i Class Sports car Body style ...

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  • TVR Tuscan Speed 6 (1999-2006)

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    Sports Cars
    1990s 2000s
    TVR Tuscan Speed 6 (1999-2006)

    TVR Tuscan Speed 6 (1999 to 2006) Manufacturer TVR Also called TVR Tuscan Speed-6 Production 1999 - 2006 Assembly Blackpool, United Kingdom Class Sports car Body style Coupé ...

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  • TVR Tuscan V6 (1969-1971)

    Sports Cars
    1960s 1970s
    TVR Tuscan V6 (1969-1971)

    TVR Tuscan V6 Manufacturer TVR Production 1969 to 1971 Assembly Blackpool, England Class Sports car Layout FR layout Engines V6 Wheel base 90 in, 2,286 mm Overall length 145.50 ...

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  • TVR Tuscan V8 (1967-1971)

    Sports Cars
    1960s 1970s
    TVR Tuscan V8 (1967-1971)

    TVR Tuscan V8 Manufacturer TVR Production 1967 to 1971 Assembly Blackpool, England Class Sports car Layout FR layout Engines V6 and V8 Wheel base 90 in, 2,286 mm Overall length ...

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  • TVR Typhon (2004)

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    Sports Cars
    2000s
    TVR Typhon (2004)

    TVR Typhon (2004) Manufacturer TVR Production 2004 (2 road-legal cars produced) Class Sports Car Body style 2-door coupe Layout FR layout Engine TVR Speed Six Related TVR T440R ...

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  • TVR Vixen 2500 (1970-1972)

    Sports Cars
    1970s
    TVR Vixen 2500 (1970-1972)

    TVR Vixen 2500 Production period: 1970 to 1972 Class: sports car Body versions: Coupe Engines: Gasoline 2.5 litres Length: 145 in, 3,683 mm Width: 64 in, 1,626 mm Height: 48 in, ...

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  • TVR Vixen S1 (1967-1968)

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    Sports Cars
    1960s
    TVR Vixen S1 (1967-1968)

    TVR Vixen Series 1 Manufacturer TVR Production 1967 to 1968 Assembly Blackpool Class Sports car Engine 1,599 cc Ford Kent Transmission Ford 4-speed all-synchomesh Manual ...

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  • TVR Vixen S3 (1970-1972)

    Sports Cars
    1970s
    TVR Vixen S3 (1970-1972)

    TVR Vixen S3 Production: 1970 to 1972 Body versions: Coupe Engines: Petrol :1.6 litres Length: 145 in, 3,683 mm Width: 64 in, 1,626 mm Height: 48 in, 1,219 mm wheelbase: 90 in, ...

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  • TVR Wheel Fitment Guide

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    TVR Wheel Fitment Guide

    TVR Wheel Fitment Sizes Guide PCD & Offsets Model Year PCD Offset Bore Cerbera 95 on 5×114 35 to 45 71.5 Chimaera 4.0/5.0/V8 93 on 4×108 35 to 45 63.3 Chimaera 4.6 97 on 4×108 15 ...

  • Twike (1995-)

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    1990s
    Twike (1995-)

    Twike AG Gelterkinden in Switzerland from 1995 on The Twike is a three-wheeled light electric vehicle for two people at first built in Gelterkinden in Switzerland. History The ...

  • Twist-beam rear suspension

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    Twist-beam rear suspension The twist-beam rear suspension, also known as torsion-beam axle is a type of automobile suspension based on a large H or C shaped member. The front of ...

  • TWM Engineering (1959-1961)

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    1950s
    TWM Engineering (1959-1961)

    TWM Engineering Company Ltd. Carmakers manufactured in Newark.Great Britain from 1959 to 1961. TWM Engineering Company Ltd. was a British manufacturer of automobiles . History ...

  • Two-stroke engine

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    Two-stroke engine

    Two-stroke engine Saab Two-stroke 3 cylinder engine A two-stroke, two-cycle, or two-cycle engine is a type of internal combustion engine which completes a power cycle in only one ...

  • Twombly (1913-1915)

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    1910s
    Twombly (1913-1915)

    Twombly Car Corporation Automotive manufacturer of New York.United States from 1913 to 1915. The Twombly Car Corporation was an American automaker in New York City from 1913 to ...

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  • Tyler (1994-1998)

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    Manufacturers
    1990s
    Tyler (1994-1998)

    Tyler Industrial Moldings Limited Carmakers manufactured Kent.Great Britain from 1994 to 1998. Tyler Industrial Moldings Limited was a British manufacturer of replica kit ...

  • Typhoon (2009-2012)

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    2000s
    Typhoon (2009-2012)

    Typhoon Sports Cars Carmakers manufactured in Wisbech.Great Britain from 2009 to 2012. Typhoon Sports Cars was a British manufacturer of sports kit car automobiles . History ...

  • Tyre (tire) History

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    Tyre (tire) History

    Automotive tyre (tire) History History The earliest tires were bands of iron (later steel), placed on wooden wheels, used on carts and wagons. The tire would be heated in a forge ...

  • Tyre (tire) Terms & Specifications

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    Tyre (tire) Terms & Specifications

    Car Tyre (tire) Terms & Specifications Explained Vintage Car cross ply tyres Tire pressure monitoring system Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) are electronic systems that ...

  • Tyre Components

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    Tyre Components

    Car Tyre (Tire) Components Explained A tire carcass is composed of several parts. Tread The tread is the part of the tire that comes in contact with the road surface. The portion ...

  • Tyre Markings codes

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    Tyre Markings codes

    Car Tyre (Tire) Markings codes Explained Automobile tires are described by an alphanumeric tire code (in American English and Canadian English) or tyre code (in British English, ...

  • Tyre Materials & manufacturing

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    Tyre Materials & manufacturing

    Car Tyre Materials & manufacturing Pneumatic tires are manufactured according to relatively standardized processes and machinery, in around 450 tire factories in the world. With ...

  • Tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS)

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    Tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS)

    Direct tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) Direct TPMS, or direct tire pressure monitoring systems (direct sensor TPMS) refers to the use of a pressure sensor directly ...

  • Tyre Regulatory Markings

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    Tyre Regulatory Markings

    Tyre (tire) Regulatory Markings DOT code In the United States, the DOT Code is an alphanumeric character sequence molded into the sidewall of the tire for purposes of tire ...

  • Tyre rotation

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    Tyre rotation

    Car Tyre (Tire) rotation Tire rotation or rotating tires is the practice of moving automobile wheels and tires from one position on the car, to another, to ensure even tire wear. ...

  • Tyre Tread

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    Tyre Tread

    Tyre (Tire)Tread Types The tread of a tire or track refers to the patterns on its rubber circumference that makes contact with the road. As tires are used, the tread is worn off, ...

  • Tyre Types

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    Tyre Types

    Car Tire Types Explained Vehicle applications Tires are classified into several standard types, based on the type of vehicle they serve. Since the manufacturing process, raw ...

  • Tyrrell 001 (1970-1971)

    Race cars
    1970s
    Tyrrell 001 (1970-1971)

    Tyrrell 001 F1 car Constructor: Tyrrell Designer: Derek Gardner Chassis: Aluminium monocoque Engine: Cosworth DFR V8 Wheelbase: 2388 mm Mass: 545 kg Tire: Dunlop (1970) ...

  • Tyrrell 002 (1971-1972)

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    Race cars
    1970s
    Tyrrell 002 (1971-1972)

    Tyrrell 002 F1 car history Constructor: Tyrrell Years: 1971 to 1972 Type: Race car Body: F1 single seat Engine: Cosworth DFR V8 The Tyrrell 002 is a racing car of the former ...

  • Tyrrell 003 (1971-1972)

    Race cars
    1970s
    Tyrrell 003 (1971-1972)

    Tyrrell 003 F1 car Constructor: Tyrrell Designer: Derek Gardner Chassis: Aluminium monocoque Engine: Cosworth DFR V8 Wheelbase: 2536 mm Mass: 560 kg Tire: Goodyear Max Power: 440 ...

  • Tyrrell history (1970-1998)

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    1970s
    Tyrrell history (1970-1998)

    Tyrrell Racing Organization Ltd. The Tyrrell Racing organization was a British motorsport racing stable, which acted exclusively in Formula 1 between 1970 and 1998 . History ...

  • Tyseley (1912-1914)

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    1910s
    Tyseley (1912-1914)

    Tyseley Car Company Tyseley, Birmingham UK, between 1912 and 1914. The Tyseley Car Company, based in Tyseley, Birmingham made light cars between 1912 and 1914. The company ...

  • U engine

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    U engine

    U engine The U engine is a piston engine made up of two separate straight engines (complete with separate crankshafts) joined by gears or chains. It is similar to the H engine ...

  • U-Wagen (1919-1923)

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    1910s
    U-Wagen (1919-1923)

    U-Wagen-Werke The U-Wagen-Werke Ing Umann was a manufacturer of automobiles from Vienna, Austria. The brand name was U-Wagen. History The company from Vienna began in 1919 under ...

  • UAZ (1941-)

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    1940s
    UAZ (1941-)

    UAZ History Russian Automotive manufacture Ulyanovsk,Russia From 1941 onward UAZ (УАЗ) (Ulyanovsky Avtomobilny Zavod, Ульяновский Автомобильный Завод, Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant) ...

  • UAZ Patriot (2005-2014)

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    Off-Road
    2000s
    UAZ Patriot (2005-2014)

    UAZ Patriot Production period: since 2005 Class : Off road Body versions : Combi , pick-up , flatbed , panel van Engines: Gasoline:2.7 liters(94-110 kW) Diesel:2.2-2.3 ...

  • UAZ-469 (1962-2003)

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    1960s
    UAZ-469 (1962-2003)

    UAZ-469 3151 jeep Manufacturer: UAZ Production period: 1962 to 2003 Class : Off road Body versions : Jeep, Engines: four-cylinder The UAZ -469 (УАЗ -469), later referred to ...

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  • UFO Swift (1970-1971)

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    Manufacturers
    1970s

    UFO (Swift Motor Components Limited) Automotive manufacturer of Birstall , Leicestershire.Great Britain from 1970 to 1971. Swift Motor Components Limited was ...

  • Ulmann (1903-1904)

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    Manufacturers
    1900s

    Ulmann (Edmund Ulmann) Automotive manufacturer Berlin, Germany from 1903 to 1904. Edmund Ulmann was a German manufacturer of automobiles . History Edmund Ulmann founded in 1895 ...

  • Ultima GTR

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    Sports Cars
    1990s
    Ultima GTR

    Ultima GTR Manufacturer Ultima Sports Ltd Body style 2-door coupe Length 4,000 mm (157.5 in) Width 1,850 mm (72.8 in) Height 1,070 mm (42.1 in) Curb weight 990 kg (2,183 lb) ...