Since the mortgage market meltdown, which really kicked into high gear in mid 2007, mortgage volume is down dramatically, and many companies are desperate to stay in the business. (joemetzler.com)
The torque converter allowed the car to remain in High gear for most driving, providing fluid torque multiplication as needed. (en.wikipedia.org)
Once the good news is known that a baby is on the way, many moms kick into high gear with nesting like crazy, and making lengthy birth plans. (babygaga.com)