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Hyundai makes affordable look good By Charley Falkenburg
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NATURE
RACHEL'S RAVE: A Greener Future The snow has melted, the lawns are green, and everywhere you turn, the world seems to be in celebration. Spring is here, and the sky feels brighter. But even in the midst of the newer mornings and better weather, there is still the consistent reminder that the responsibility to keep the earth looking good is in the hands of the people. Earth day, it seems, was a much bigger deal this year than it has been in the past. Since Al Gore’s 2006 documentary, An Inconvenient Truth, there has been an increasing interest in the idea of saving the planetand of stopping global warming in it’s tracks. All over the news, celebrities are sharing tips for how to keep the world a little cleaner. Kelly Ripa shares her opinions with people, laughing about conserving water while brushing her teeth, for example. Other famous stars are promoting and advocating for the cause—even David Letterman incorporated earth day into his late night talk show. And here at Kean, keeping green is not an idea taken lightly. All over the school are recycling cans for bottles and paper. The statues that sit in the back of the CAS are made from the trees that were cut down in order to make space for the building. There was even celebration for Earth day itself, which occurred on April 22. The bio club got together to teach a little bit about making campus a more earthy place. Whether you are a hard-core believer in global warming, or just interested in doing your part to make the planet a suitable home for all of us, there are plenty of things you, as a student, can do to help out. Here are some of my favorite suggestions: 1. Buy recycled paper notebooks 2. Lunch bag it (or recycle your brown paper- it’s foldable!) 3. Bring water to school in a reusable container, and refill at the water fountain 4. Walk or take the bus; when the weather is nice, you may really enjoy the extra exercise! 5. Check out The Tower, and other school publications online. This saves the paper copies for the people who don’t have access to the computer. 6. Use white out instead of reprinting papers for small mistakes. 7. Buy recyclable grocery bags- they hold a lot more and can be used to help you move as well! These are just some ideas, and I bet that you can think of plenty of your own. After all, we only have one world, and keeping it clean is definitely something to rave about.
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By Rachel Rothspan
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The 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T
Everyone loves a nice luxury car with power and speed. If push came to shove, I don’t think anyone would mind having a Ferrari or BMW M3 in his or her driveway. While sport cars are becoming more affordable to the general public, not many college students can walk into a dealership and drop $55,000 like it was pocket change (and that’s not even including insurance). In fact, many college students are stuck with beatup economical hand-me-downs that often make Smart Cars appear attractive. Young adults want to drive in style too, and a thrifty solution has arrived: the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T. Hyundai has stepped up to the plate and created a sport vehicle that is not only pricefriendly but compact, aggressive, and has a lot of performance potential. The Genesis Coupe 2.0T promises the driver a fun and nimble drive with a comfortable interior and eye-catching physique. This brand-new rear-wheel-drive coupe base model starts at $22,000. Import enthusiasts can agree that this price is a steal compared to the price tags of other rear-wheeldrive imports like the Nissan 370Z and Infiniti G37 coupe. Don’t be fooled by its reasonable price, the 2.0T will be competing with the Cadillac CTS, Lexus ES 350 and the Lincoln MKS, according to Iguida.com. The 2.0T has a turbocharged four-cylinder DOHC engine that pushes out about 210 horsepower and 223 pounds of torque. At first glance these numbers are quite unimpressive, but Hyundai leaves a catch. The engine, which is somewhat similar to the engine in a Mitsubishi’s infamous Evolution, can be tuned to make a substantial amount of power. Car and Driver magazine assures that “what Hyundai can’t fix, tuners can”. The turbo design creates a high efficiency in daily driving and gets anywhere from 20 to 30 mpg depending on whether it is on the highway or in the city, making it commuterfriendly. Hyundai also loads the 2.0T with Brembo performance brakes, sport suspension, and dual exhaust tips that make this model sound unique. According to Hyundaiusa.com, the “2.0T is made to flatter the average driver, but not bore the advanced one.” The word “coupe” often conjures up images of passengers being painfully squished by lack of space. This coupe however, is quite roomy and can fit four passengers comfortably. The cockpit is designed to enhance the driving experience. One way Hyundai does this is by placing a SHIFTRONIC paddle shifter on the steering wheel allowing automatic drivers to feel more in control of the car. There is even a clear LCD readout on the instrument panel that shows the gear that is in use. Of course the 2.0T is available in a five-speed manual for those who scorn automatics. Not only does this affordable car have style, speed, and gas-friendly mpg, it comes with a generous warranty. The car as a whole will be covered for five years or 60,000 miles. The powertrain itself will be covered for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Owners will also receive 24-hour roadside assistance and no extra charge for five years no matter how many miles is on the car. This is a perfect arrangement for those who tend to lock the car with the keys inside. The Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T has a little something to offer everyone. Whether it is performance, gas-efficiency, an attractive style, or a fun drive, the 2.0T has all the goods and for a price that even college students can consider. College kids can now have a nice car without diving into debt. Now someone has to work on making textbooks affordable.
“2.0T is made to flatter the average driver, but not bore the advanced one.”