While late to the party, I believe SCCA and others use a guide of "thread engagement must be equal to the stud diameter". So, it was possible that 4 full rotations would have met that goal. That said, converting to studs/lug nuts make swapping wheels easier and would allow for even larger...
Synthetic oils and run in at the factory have reduced the need in most new cars. That said, many brands still suggest a 1000km/600 mile break in just to be safe. Check your owners manual for any break in procedures depending on your engine type.
Comes down to sales numbers. The company needs to make a profit. If more people buy coupes, more coupes will be made available. Time to dig up sales numbers by body style I guess.
For the performance fan, yes, I think you will still find a manual. Si/CTR fans will want or expect a manual trans for the more engaging driver experience. Expecting a manual, though, will become harder to justify since 1) low sales take rates and 2) for the manufacturers, the more that they can...
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What is their incentive? If they wanted to increase sales, they would add an automatic, not hp. Could there be some "brochure" hp? a bump to 210hp? maybe.. but unless they kill off the CTR, they have their answer for those who want more HP. here.. step over to this model. I confess, the...
judging how Europe and China are moving towards ending Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) use by 2030-2040, I would suspect a minimal refresh while development shifts towards a more electrified product, also perhaps a self driving unit. Might get only 1 more generation of "typical" civic.. 2021 or...
Interesting gadget. I suppose it could help. I've found in most track situations you end up fighting a fading brake pedal. By raising the throttle you've now made it harder since the brake pedal would be well below throttle level.