UTEK Europe, Ltd. and Fuel FX International, Inc. Announce Strategic Alliance Agreement
Sep 15, 2005
PLANT CITY, Fla. & SAN DIEGO--Sept. 15, 2005--UTEK Europe Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of UTEK Corporation (AMEX:UTK) (LSE-AIM:UTKA), and an innovative technology transfer company, and Fuel FX International, Inc., a developer of proprietary products for improving fuel economy and reducing emissions in vehicle engine ... Continue reading
AutoWeek Editors' Choice Awards Announced from the 2005 Frankfurt International Motor Show
Sep 15, 2005
DETROIT, Sept. 15 -- The AutoWeek Editors' Choice Awards were revealed this week by AutoWeek Editor and Associate Publisher Dutch Mandel from the 2005 Frankfurt International Motor Show. The winning vehicles, as selected by the magazine's editorial staff are: Most Fun - Mitsubishi Sportback: Design cues from the striki ... Continue reading
Oil Company Selects Biofriendly's Green Plus for Low Emission Diesel Formulation in Texas
Sep 14, 2005
MONROVIA, Calif.--Sept. 14, 2005--Biofriendly Corporation announced today that CITGO Petroleum Corporation has selected its Green Plus(R) diesel fuel enhancer to formulate Texas Low Emission Diesel (TxLED). CITGO is one of the largest oil companies in the United States and is a major fuel provider in Texas. "Biofriendl ... Continue reading
Diesel Motorcycles Set 8 World Records at Bonneville Speedway
Sep 13, 2005
American and British Design and Engineering Team Demonstrated That Diesel Motorcycles Fuel Efficiency, High-Performance and Reliability Mark a New Era in Motorcycling Street Legal Version Coming in 2006 HESPERIA, Calif., Sept. 13 -- Hayes Diversified Technologies (HDTUSA), the world's first purpose-built production die ... Continue reading
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Approves First Fuel Additive for Both Diesel and Biodiesel
Sep 13, 2005
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.--Sept. 12, 2005--GTAT California this week announced the approval of its fuel additive Viscon by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to aid in achieving that state's new emissions mandates. Viscon, manufactured by GTAT California, is the only product approved for use with #2 diesel ... Continue reading
Jeep(R) Patriot and Jeep Compass Point Brand Into New Territory
Sep 12, 2005
- Jeep(R) hints at global portfolio expansion with world premiere of Jeep Patriot and Jeep Compass concept sport-utility vehicles at the 61st International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt - Pair of compact Jeep SUVs designed to appeal to all-new buyers - Two concepts complement each other, yet target different consumers ... Continue reading
Sep 12, 2005
CHICAGO--Sept. 12, 2005--As gas prices continue to soar, currently at $3.06 per gallon on average, consumers are searching for cost saving alternatives. While purchasing a new car may seem like a costly option, selecting an alternatively powered vehicle will save consumers more in the long run, finds a new survey relea ... Continue reading
Honeywell Third Generation VNT(TM) Technology Boosts Premium V8 Engines
Sep 12, 2005
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 12 -- - VNT(TM) Technology Offers Perfect Match for Diesel Particulate Filters Honeywell Turbo Technologies, the manufacturer of Garrett(R) turbochargers, has announced that its third generation VNT(TM) technology is featured on three flagship turbo diesel V8s unveiled at the IAA 2005 Inte ... Continue reading
Delphi Wins New Diesel Common Rail Contract with Hyundai Motor Company
Sep 9, 2005
Delphi Will Provide Euro V System for Future Hyundai-Kia Models to Be Sold in Korea, Europe and Other Markets Worldwide TROY, Mich., Sept. 9 -- Hyundai and Kia Motors have selected Delphi Corp. to supply Euro V diesel common rail system on two engine families. Delphi will supply the pump, injectors, rails and electroni ... Continue reading
Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing Corporation Says Remanufactured vs. Rebuilding Is Really No Contest
Sep 8, 2005
TOOELE, Utah, Sept. 8 -- While today's hard-working diesel engines from Detroit Diesel Corporation (DDC) commonly log up to one million miles or more, eventually every fleet manager and owner/operator will have to consider a service option to maintain engine performance. Deciding whether to install an OEM-supplied rema ... Continue reading
Event - Beat High Gas Prices at AltWheels Alternative Transportation Festival, Sept 17-18
Sep 7, 2005
Calendar/Event Listing Date of Event: Saturday & Sunday, September 17-18, 2005 Calendar Editor: Please include in your calendar listing of local events. Please direct media inquiries to: Janice Halpern, classic.pr@verizon.net, (508) 698-6810. AltWheels Alternative Transportation Festival, September 17 - 18, 2005 Lookin ... Continue reading
www.dailyreckoning.com: Diesel Engines: The Answer to High Gas Prices, Says Energy Expert
Sep 6, 2005
BALTIMORE, Sept. 6 -- With America wide-awake to the shock of gasoline prices, fuel-economy technology may finally receive the attention it deserves from consumers and investors. In the automotive world, a budding challenger to the hydrogen fuel cell is the "homogenous charge compression ignition" engine, or HCCI engin ... Continue reading
Ford Partners with PSA Peugeot Citroen In New Diesel Development
Sep 6, 2005
PARIS, Sept 6, 2005: Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co and PSA Peugeot Citroen (PEUP.PA: Quote, Profile, Research) will develop two new families of diesel engines as part of their motor cooperation accord, PSA said on Tuesday. In an invitation to an Oct. 5 news conference, PSA said the partners would present a new fa ... Continue reading
Volvo's New Natural Gas Powered Bus Ordered
Sep 6, 2005
GOTEBORG, Sweden, Sept. 5, 2005; Volvo Buses has received its first bus order for the new gas engine, the Volvo 7700. Bernmobil in Switzerland has placed an order for 32 articulated buses, with an option for 39 more. Bernmobil is the local public transport company in the city of Bern. The company has decided to gradual ... Continue reading
Sep 2, 2005
STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT Sept. 2, 2005; CCN Mathewes reported that Clean Diesel Technologies, Inc. (EBB:CDTI)(AIM:CDT)(AIM:CDTS), a developer of chemical and technological solutions to reduce harmful engine emissions, announced that it has signed a blending and distribution agreement with Fleetguard, Inc., a business unit ... Continue reading
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