HEELS ON WHEELS: 2010 NISSAN 370Z ROADSTER REVIEW
SEE ALSO: Nissan Buyers Guide HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE 370Z ROADSTER VEHICLE If youâre looking for a sleek 2-seater roadster that doesnât scream mid-life crisis, I suggest taking a spin in the reworked 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster. First-ever heated and ... Continue reading
Daimler receives further orders for natural gas and hybrid commercial vehicles in the U.S.
High Point, N.C. July 14, 2010; Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) and Daimler Buses have once again received orders for low-emission vehicles. Thomas Built Buses, Daimler Trucks North Americaâs school bus manufacturer, has received an order for 130 compressed natural gas (CNG) school buses. Thatâs the bigge ... Continue reading
DETROIT--Vehicle seating is the direct interface between vehicles and occupants. The 4th Annual Innovative Seating Conference will address issues concerned with creating overall in-vehicle experience and comfort. Driven by new regulations and restricted with cost reduction pressures the seating industry is faced with n ... Continue reading
Topcon announces IP-S2 HD Mapping System
LIVERMORE, Calif.--Topcon Positioning Systems (TPS) has announced an addition to its offering of high-accuracy, mobile mapping solutions ââ¬â the IP-S2 HD Mapping System ââ¬â a vehicle-mounted surveying and mapping system featuring a high-definition LiDAR scanner from Velodyne Lidar, Inc. â ... Continue reading
Toyota To Fix 2001-2003 RAV4 Transmissions
DETROIT, July 14, 2010; Bernie Woodall and Soyoung Kim writing for Reuters reported that Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) will extend warranty terms on about 235,500 RAV4 vehicles sold earlier this decade and pay for repairs to fix faulty engine control modules, according to a notice sent to U.S. dealers. Drivers of 2001 to ... Continue reading
Car Batteries Get Beat by the Heat
Source: Belle Tire and http://www.belletire.com/blog/articles/car-batteries-get-beat-by-the-he at.aspx Title: Car Batteries Get Beat by the Heat How high temperatures hurt car battery life... Summary: Myth - cold temperatures significantly shorten a carââ¬â¢s battery life. Fact - extreme heat leads accelerat ... Continue reading
ExxonMobil and Synthetic Genomics Inc. Advance Algae Biofuels Program with New Greenhouse
LA JOLLA, Calif.--Exxon Mobil Corporation and Synthetic Genomics Inc. (SGI) announced the opening of a greenhouse facility today enabling the next level of research and testing in their algae biofuels program. âThis is an important day in the early stages of our development program as we test the hypothesis that a ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Stands Behind Volt With Standard Eight-Year, 100,000-Mile Battery Warranty
BROWNSTOWN TOWNSHIP, Mich., July 14 -- -- Volt's long-life battery warranty most comprehensive of any electric vehicle -- All 161 battery components validated to withstand extreme temperatures, terrain and driving patterns -- GM's Brownstown Township, Mich., battery plant will begin regular production in August The Che ... Continue reading
New DriveCam Insights: Focus on Utility Fleets
SAN DIEGO--DriveCam Inc., a global Driver Risk Management company, continues its Insights Seriesâ⢠by focusing on the frequency of collisions and near collisions in utility fleets. Designed to provide insight for executives and managers throughout a variety of transportation industries, DriveCamââ¬â ... Continue reading
Midas and National Automotive Expert Challenge Californian Teens to Become Safe Drivers This Summer
FRESNO, Calif.--Lauren Fix, the well-known Car Coachî, along with her teen daughter Shelby Fix, Teen Car Coachî, is traveling throughout the state of California appearing at a series of teen ââ¬ÅSafe Car, Safe Driverââ¬??? clinics on behalf of Midas to educate teens and their parents abou ... Continue reading
LUXEON Rebel PC Amber Hot/Cold Factor and Light Output Improve
SAN JOSE, Calif.--LUXEON Rebel PC Amber is establishing new performance benchmarks for its phosphor converted amber LED that are proving important not only for automotive and specialty markets but for the illumination market as well. Hot/Cold factor, which indicates how much light is delivered at operating conditions a ... Continue reading
All-New Range Rover Evoque Prototypes Go Undercover - VIDEO ENHANCED
· All-new Range Rover Evoque enters final-phase testing · Global test program to cover millions of miles in extreme endurance conditions · Funky camouflage wraps designed to introduce new Evoque to the world · 3,500 engineers dedicated to development · Over 17,000 individual tests to be completed on all components ... Continue reading
Samyang Optics Takes Delivery of First ZAP Jonway Electric SUV for Korea Taxi, Fleet Market
ZAP Electric Vehicles on Display at EV KOREA 2010 in Seoul - Taxi, Alias and Motorcycles SEOUL, South Korea, July 14 -- Electric vehicle pioneer ZAP (OTC:ZAAP) (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAAP) and Zhejiang Jonway Automobile Co. Ltd. delivered the first electric taxi produced through their China venture, ZAP Jonway, to Korean dis ... Continue reading
JM Lexus Launches 'Night at the Movies' Social Media Promotion
MARGATE, Fla., July 14 -- JM Lexus, the No. 1 volume Lexus dealership in the world, launches "Night at the Movies," a social media campaign to build and enrich customer relationships. The promotion, beginning today, awards two Muvico movie tickets every day throughout the end of summer to JM Lexus fans on Facebook and ... Continue reading
Coulomb Technologies Unveils ChargePoint Network Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in New York City
NEW YORK--Coulomb Technologies today announced the installation of its first public ChargePoint® Networked Charging Station for electric vehicles (EV) in New York City, part of the $37 million ChargePoint America program. ChargePoint America will offer free stations for both public and home charging to individuals a ... Continue reading
Tesla Roadster Goes the Distance at European Road Rallies
LONDON - The Tesla Roadster won first place last weekend in the Bridgestone Eco Rally, an 89-kilometer (55-mile) sprint from Brighton to London. With Britain's racy Energy Secretary Chris Huhne at the wheel, the Tesla Roadster took a detour through a London traffic jam and claimed the chequered flag at Waterloo. Tesla ... Continue reading
Jeep® Rocks the Way on a Road Near to Syracuse
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 14 -- -- On- and off-road driving course demonstrates legendary 4x4 capability of Jeep® vehicles -- Consumers can experience the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the iconic Jeep Wrangler and the entire Jeep brand vehicle lineup The Jeep® brand is bringing the "Jeep Rocks & Road Tour," an on ... Continue reading
DETROIT--The Obama administration set the first ever greenhouse gas emission limits for US cars. To meet them, gas mileage standards must increase 40 percent to 35.5 miles per gallon. The 3rd Advanced Lightweight Materials for Vehicles event taking place August 11 ââ¬â 12 at the Cobo Convention Center in Mi ... Continue reading
Class-Exclusive 22-Inch Wheels Standard on Ford Edge Sport Highlight New Wheel Lineup for 2011
DEARBORN, Mich., July 14 -- -- 2011 Ford Edge features four new wheel designs, including 18- and 20-inch wheels for Edge SEL and Edge Limited, and the class-exclusive 22-inch wheels that highlight the 2011 Ford Edge Sport -- New 18- and 20-inch wheels are one-half inch wider than the outgoing wheels, which helps improv ... Continue reading
MONTVALE, N.J., July 14 -- Mercedes-Benz dealerships ranked number one in the newly released 2010 Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index (PSI) U.S. Auto Industry Study. The independent annual benchmarking study used 3,658 "mystery shoppers" to measure and compare how consumers are treated when shopping. (Logo: Accordin ... Continue reading
BMW Forms Luxury Alliance with Elysian Hotel
CHICAGO, July 14 -- Since opening in 2009, the Elysian has set the new standard for luxury living in Chicago. Through its newest partnership with BMW of North America's Central Region, guests will now travel in the same level of style. Today, Elysian and BMW announced a partnership that will 'bring joy' to the Elysian ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., July 14 -- -- With a new 3.7-liter Ti-VCT (twin independent variable camshaft timing) V6 producing 305 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque, the 2011 Ford Edge Sport has best-in-class performance with outstanding fuel economy of 18 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (front-wheel drive) -- The class-leading po ... Continue reading
Milestones Part of 10-Year, $565 Million Plan to Deploy Cleaner Fleet Vehicles DALLAS, July 14 -- AT&T today announced the deployment of the 2,000th alternative fuel vehicle and 1,500th compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicle in its corporate vehicle fleet, giving it one of the largest CNG vehicle fleets in the U.S. These ... Continue reading
Sprint Car Racing's Month of Money Kicks Off in Ohio for Tony Stewart Racing
INDIANAPOLIS, July 14, 2010: The schedule shows another three-race week for the World of Outlaws (WoO) Sprint Car Series. But everyone who follows and competes in the sport knows this week isnât just another week. Itâs the start of Sprint car racingâs annual âMonth of Money,â and the stakes eac ... Continue reading
Team JEGS / Pre-race Notes NHRA Fram Autolite Nationals
Sonoma, Calif, July 14, 2010: Jeg Coughlin Jr. enters this weekendâs NHRA Fram Autolite Nationals in Sonoma as the fourth ranked Pro Stock driver in the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series. Thus far in 2010, Jeg has recorded victories in Houston and Atlanta to go with a runner-up finish in St. Louis. Racing in t ... Continue reading
Hydrogen Separation (permeation) Membrane Breakthrough
<td style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 99);">Tanaka Precious Metals Establishes Ultrathin Membrane Processing Technology for Palladium-based Hydrogen Separation (Permeation) Membranes; Starting Provision of Samples to Europe, the US and Asia</td></tr> <tr><td> <table border="0" cellpadding=" ... Continue reading
Free Digital Brickyard 400 Guest Guide Available
INDIANAPOLIS, July 12, 2010: Fans can enhance their experience at the Brickyard 400 on July 23-25 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway by reading the eventâs digital 2010 Guest Guide available now at the IMS website. View the Guide at www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com/brickyard400guestguide. The Guide is free. The 1 ... Continue reading
Offical Barbados Rally Partnership Signed With Colin McRae Vision
London, July 13, 2010: Just before Historic rallying action starts on the motorsport-mad island of Barbados, Carnival organisers announce the event's partnership with the Colin McRae Vision charity. An apt arrangement, entirely in keeping with the Carnival's tenth anniversary and evolution to a more-affordable Historic ... Continue reading
BROOKLYN, July 13, 2010: The National Tailgating League (The NTL) presented by Budweiser will make its next stop on the 2010 NTL NASCAR Tour at Michigan International Speedway for the Show Me the CARFAX race weekend, August 13-15. Located in the New Holland Fan Plaza at MIS, The NTL will bring fans a laid back tailgati ... Continue reading
McMurray’s Crew Wins Tissot Pit Road Award at Chicagoland
Chicago, July 13, 2010: Jamie McMurrayâs crew grabbed the Tissot Pit Road Precision Award in Saturday nightâs (July 10) NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Ill. It was the second Tissot win of the season for the No. 1 McDonaldâs crew, which also took top honors at the May 8th Cup ra ... Continue reading
Tasca Brings Confidence To Sonoma
DEARBORN, July 13, 2010: After a disappointing start to the West Coast Swing in Seattle, Bob Tasca III and the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing have dusted themselves off and are ready to attack the track in Sonoma in this weekendâs NHRA California stop. Tasca and the team appeared to have a strong start to the West C ... Continue reading
Toyota Primes New Options For Prius
Already one of the most technologically advanced cars on the market, the third generation Toyota Prius now offers owners the opportunity to benefit from even more sophisticated features with the introduction of a new Safety Pack option. ... Continue reading
Chrysler Grand Voyager Range Improvements For 2010
Chrysler UK Ltd is delighted to announce a raft of new improvements to the 2010 Grand Voyager range. These improvements will add even further to Grand Voyager's premium proposition whilst lowering the cost of ownership. ... Continue reading
Jeep Introduces New Special Edition Model To Grand Cherokee Range
Jeep has launched a new special edition Grand Cherokee in the UK, priced from only £33,995 on-the-road. ... Continue reading
Efficiency, Sustainability, Comfort: The New Generation Of Mercedes-Benz Vito
The new generation of Mercedes-Benz Vito is a benchmark among vans. Its new drive system is extremely efficient and delivers top performance. The optionally available BlueEFFICIENCY technology offers the utmost in eco-friendly and economical driving. The Vito is also a star in terms of its improved payload and robust n ... Continue reading
Vauxhall: Britain's First Sports Car Celebrates Centenary At Historic Track
This weekend will see the largest gathering of pre-WW1 Vauxhalls in living memory, as all but three of the surviving 'Prince Henry'Vauxhalls - widely acknowledged as Britain's first sports car - gather at the historic Shelsey Walsh hillclimb track. ... Continue reading
New Fords Are Just the Ticket for Lottery Winner
For National Lottery winner Neil Dexter there was only one answer to the question: "what will you buy first with your winnings?" - two new Ford commercial vehicles to help the business. ... Continue reading
Give Your Peugeot A Summer Health Check For Under a Tenner
From now until the end of September, Peugeot Dealers are offering Peugeot owners a £9.99 no-obligation safety and economy Peugeot Summer Check. ... Continue reading
The essence of the modern metro vehicle, the all-new Hyundai i20 is designed to bring convenience, comfort, safety and efficiency to life in a modern vibrant package. Whether it's negotiating the urban jungle or escaping out of town, i20 is all about going places. ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Announces i-MiEV Foundation Group Members
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has announced members of the inaugural Mitsubishi i-MiEV Foundation Group - organisations which have successfully applied to lease one of the company's innovative electric vehicles when the first shipment arrives in Australia later this month. With the arrival of the vehicles, ... Continue reading
Peugeot 508: Bound for Australia in 2011
Automobiles Peugeot today previewed the all-new 508 ahead of its public debut at the Paris Motor Show in October, with an anticipated on-sale date in Europe at the beginning of 2011. Peugeot Automobiles Australia also announced today that the 508 is being developed for a local market release by mid 2011. ... Continue reading
Public Invited to See Plug-In Vehicles First-Hand at Plug-In 2010 Public Night in San Jose
One-Night Event on July 27 Offers Insider's Look at a Plugged-In Transportation Future SAN JOSE, Calif., July 13 -- As major automakers announce plans to bring plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles to market, the public is invited to visit the Plug-In 2010 Conference & Exposition Public Night on July 27 to get a first-h ... Continue reading
WSJ Reports Some Toyota Acceleration Crashes Drivers Fault - DUH!
NEW YORK July 13, 2010; Reuters An analysis of dozens of data recorders from Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) vehicles involved in accidents blamed on sudden acceleration suggest that some drivers were at fault, according to the Wall Street Journal. Citing people familiar with the unreleased results of tests conducted by the ... Continue reading
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