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POET CEO : Response To U.S. Supreme Court Decision on E15

POET CEO : Response To U.S. Supreme Court Decision on E15

‘The Supreme Court’s decision today clears the way for more fuel options for U.S. drivers’ SIOUX FALLS, SD (June 24, 2013) – POET CEO Jeff Lautt today issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision not to hear the challenge by the oil industry and others of E15 (15 p ... Continue reading

Hoe Hoe Hoe - It's Time For Americans To Plant Victory (Over OPEC) Gardens

Hoe Hoe Hoe - It's Time For Americans To Plant Victory (Over OPEC) Gardens

In WWII every neighborhood in our country had Victory Gardens, which were planted in backyards and on apartment-building rooftops, even vacant lots were "commandeered for the war effort!" and put to use as a cornfield or a squash patch. Sections of lawns were publicly plowed for plots in Hyde Park, London to publicize ... Continue reading

Jet Fuel Made From Grow-Like-A-Weed Switchgrass

Jet Fuel Made From Grow-Like-A-Weed Switchgrass

By William Scanlon National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Special From The Cutting Edge Golden Colorado June 6th 2013; The Energy Department's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is partnering with Cobalt Technologies, U.S. Navy, and Show Me Energy Cooperative to demonstrate that jet fuel can be made econo ... Continue reading

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS (7 Passenger) FWD Review By John Heilig

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS (7 Passenger) FWD Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS FWD Engine: 3.3-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 290 hp m@ 6,400 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with Shiftronic Wheelbase: 110.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 193.1 x 74.2 x 66.9 in. Tires: P235/60R18 Cargo: 40.9/80.0 cu. ft. (rear seat up/down) Economy: 18 m ... Continue reading

Nutson's Nuggets - June 17-23, 2013 Automotive News Factoids Just In Case You Were Snoozing

Nutson's Nuggets - June 17-23, 2013 Automotive News Factoids Just In Case You Were Snoozing

* Dominating the news this week was the clash between Chrysler and the U.S. government over a "recommended" recall on 2.7 million Jeep Libertys and Grand Cherokees. Fiat-Chrysler boss, Sergio Marchionne, a no-nonsense guy known for his independence, initially said they would not be complying with the recall. After a fa ... Continue reading

2013 Nissan Xterra PRO-4X Rocky Mountain Review

2013 Nissan Xterra PRO-4X Rocky Mountain Review

2013 Nissan Xterra PRO-4X review , I had more fun with the Xterra than I’ve had driving in quite some time. ... Continue reading

2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS Heels on Wheels Review

2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS Heels on Wheels Review

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2013 CHEVROLET SONIC RS REVIEW By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel Surprising on all fronts – safety, style, price and performance… INTRO TO THE SONIC VEHICLE Introduced just a couple model years ago, the Chevrolet Sonic compact hatchback delivers racy attitude at a great ... Continue reading

Amazing Features of Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4

Amazing Features of Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4

Special to The Auto Channel From Patricia Lawson DVLA Enquiries Lamborghini is known for producing super cars with amazing acceleration. They keep outdoing themselves with every model that they produce. This is evident going by the features of Aventador LP700-4. At a glance this super machine is a blend of amazing beau ... Continue reading

Research and Markets: Gasoline Engines will Continue to Dominate and Remain Central to CAFE Compliance

Research and Markets: Gasoline Engines will Continue to Dominate and Remain Central to CAFE Compliance

DUBLIN--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "CEO 360 Degree Perspective of the North American Powertrain Market - Gasoline Engines will Continue to Dominate and Remain Central to CAFE Compliance" report to their offering. 'CEO 360 Degree Perspective of the North American Powertrain Market - Gasoline ... Continue reading

2014 Nissan Versa Note Launch Report - First Drive By Steve Purdy

2014 Nissan Versa Note Launch Report - First Drive By Steve Purdy

<br><div class="more-info-widget"> <p>MORE INFO</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://nissanbuyersguide.theautochannel.com">Nissan Specs, Prices, Reviews and Comparisons - Nissan Buyers Guide (1997-Present)</a></li> <li> <a href="http://www.perfectnewcarmatch.com"> Find Your Perfect New Car Match App</a></li> </ul> </div> <br> ... Continue reading

2013 Volkswagen Passat SEL Premium TDI Review By Thom Cannell

2013 Volkswagen Passat SEL Premium TDI Review By Thom Cannell

2013 Volkswagen Passat SEL Premium TDI 40+ miles per gallon luxury By Thom Cannell,Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Volkswagen, plus their sibling Audi, deliver a wide array of diesel powered cars, SUVs, and CUVs to its US customers with just two engines. Under the hood of large vehicles is a 3.0-liter V- ... Continue reading

Zero-Emission Vehicles Sales Not Reaching Necessary Volume To Allow Car Makers To Continue To Sell Gas Hogs in California

Zero-Emission Vehicles Sales Not Reaching Necessary Volume To Allow Car Makers To Continue To Sell Gas Hogs in California

Car manufacturers are under pressure to meet California’s sales target of having electric, plug-in hybrid and hydrogen-powered cars account for 15% of new-car purchases by 2025. &#8203; WASHINGTON June 18, 2013; NACSDaily reported Bloomberg.com said that automakers are coming under “increasing pressure” ... Continue reading

2014 Kia Sorento EX Rocky Mountain Review By Dan Poler

2014 Kia Sorento EX Rocky Mountain Review By Dan Poler

By Dan Poler Rocky Mountain Bureau The Auto Channel The crossover market is hotter – and more competitive – than ever. In order to succeed, manufacturers are bringing their “A” game in a host of updates and refreshes. Included in that mix is Kia’s successful Sorento – Kia stops short of ca ... Continue reading

Are Computer Driven Cars (Driverless) The Future?

Are Computer Driven Cars (Driverless) The Future?

Special to The Auto Channel From MoneySupermarket Money Supermarket From Minority Report to Demolition Man; countless sci-fi films and television shows over the years have featured driverless cars and they have therefore become part of popular culture. It is therefore naturally assumed that they will one day become a r ... Continue reading

2013 Kia Optima SX Review By John Heilig

2013 Kia Optima SX Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig The Auto Channel June 15, 2013 Model: 2013 Kia Optima SX Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged 4 Horsepower/Torque: 274 hp @ 6,000 rpm/209 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters Wheelbase: 110.0 in. Length x Width x Height: 190.7 x 72.1 x 57.3 in. Tires: P225/45R1 ... Continue reading

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