The telescoping handle enabled us to run about without any back pains, and the auto-recoiling AC cable kept us from having to wind things up on our own once the job was done.

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Extras: On my test cars additional features included the moonlight blue metallic paint, allroad Premium Plus Model with auto-dimming interior mirror with compass, auto-dimming power-folding, heated exterior mirrors, Audi music interface with iPod cable, Bluetooth, driver information system, heated front seats with driver memory, HomeLink garage door opener, Audi xenon pluse lighting with LED DRL, three-zone climate control and power tailgate.

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Meanwhile, data for May has shown copper and wire cable shipments rising 18% year on year to the construction sector, although down 21% to the auto sector.

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