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Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle's on-board computer. Never leave the keys insid ...

Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. If the malfunction indic ...

Fifth Gear Lexus IS review
There is no tougher automotive segment in the world than the compact executive class, which has long since been ruled over by the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4. And the Lexus IS does run its German riv ...