Fuel Systems Solutions Agrees to Acquire Certain FuelMaker Assets and Purchase Orders
May 1, 2009
Transactions Expand Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Refueling Product Line SANTA ANA, Calif., May 1, 2009 Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc. (FSYS:Fuel Systems Solutions Inc FSYS 15.51, +0.24, +1.6%) announced that it has agreed to acquire selected assets and technology for compressed natural gas (CNG) refueling products manufa ... Continue reading
2009 BMW X5 xDrive35d (Diesel) Review
May 1, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 BMW X5 xDrive35d After a complete revision two years ago, there are, as it quite typical, a number of minor revisions have been made to the lineup of gasoline-powered inline six-cylinder X5 30i and 4.8-liter V8 48i gasoline models. These are the usual realignment of option pac ... Continue reading
Fiat Commits to CNG Power Now! Offers 6 New Models - IMPORTANT VIDEO STORY
Apr 29, 2009
EDITOR'S NOTE: In this video story Fiat correctly states the case for compressed natural gas versus gasoline. The great significance to this story is that Fiat may very soon be directing the fortunes of Chrysler. The Auto Channel has ardently campaigned for the immediate change to CNG and propane as America's primary e ... Continue reading
Lexus Announces Pricing for All-New 2010 RX 450h and 2010 IS Convertible
Apr 24, 2009
TORRANCE, Calif. April 23, 2009; Lexus today announced the Manufacturerâs Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the all-new 2010 RX 450h hybrid luxury utility vehicle and the 2010 IS 250C and IS 350C retractable hardtop convertibles. The original RX 400h was the worldâs first luxury hybrid vehicle when it debuted ... Continue reading
A4 2.0 TDI e: Audi Unleashes the Most Efficient Standard-Size Sedan
Apr 23, 2009
Audi will soon launch the most efficient standard-size sedan. The Audi A4 2.0 TDI e will be available at dealerships starting in early June. Equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, this sedan sips 4.6 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers (51.13 miles per U.S. gallon). It consequently emits a mere 119 grams of CO2 p ... Continue reading
Ford Reveals Britain's 'Greenest' Small Van: Fiesta Van Econetic
Apr 23, 2009
Super-frugal, stylish and 'green' the new Fiesta Van ECOnetic goes on sale in Britain later this year. The new Fiesta Van ECOnetic shows form can exist with function, offering the same Fiesta style with lowered suspension, low rolling resistance tyres and a specially calibrated Duratorq 1.6-litre TDCi for an ultra-low ... Continue reading
First Scuderi Engine Prototype Unveiled
Apr 21, 2009
Scuderi Split-Cycle Engine Technology Gives Automakers New Internal Combustion Process DETROIT, MI April 20, 2009; The Scuderi Group today unveiled a cutaway model of the first proof-of-concept prototype for its Scuderi Split-Cycle Engine, fulfilling a family dream and passing another milestone in developing a more fue ... Continue reading
Apr 20, 2009
Listen to OPEC...they are telling the world that they need oil at $75 per barrel and it will soon be at that price level" ORLANDO, FL â April 20, 2009: T. Boone Pickens, the billionaire oil man that has found new religion in âgreen energyâ sources and technologies was once again the key keynote speaker a ... Continue reading
The New Opel Insignia ecoFLEX: Sleek Economy without Concessions
Apr 20, 2009
The new ecoFLEX version of the Opel Insignia offers a dynamic driving experience and low emissions at an affordable price. Emitting only 136 grams of CO2, equivalent to 5.2 l/100km on the MVEG/NEDC cycle, the Insignia ecoFLEX features a powerful turbo diesel with 2.0-liter displacement, an output of 118 kW/160 hp and a ... Continue reading
New Eco Insignia Still Flexes Diesel Muscle
Apr 20, 2009
Generating combined CO2 of just 136g/km and with performance similar to that of its regular 2.0 CDTi 160 sibling, the new Insignia ecoFLEX is set to provide company and private buyers with significant reductions in taxes and running costs, but without the pain of reduced driveability. ... Continue reading
Honda Accord - An Economical Choice
Apr 7, 2009
Australians have traditionally turned to large cars for their power, effortless cruising, and carrying capacity. However, the large car segment has been in decline for many years as consumers battle higher fuel prices and environmental impact. This is evident with the growing popularity of more efficient small and ligh ... Continue reading
Opel Zafira 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX: The Cleanest Diesel Seven-Seater Compact Van
Apr 6, 2009
Opel has improved the efficiency of its 1.7 CDTI ecoFLEX model, reducing the carbon footprint on the Zafira seven-seater compact van by nearly nine percent to 139 g/km. This ultra-low emissions figure also means that it's the most fuel efficient diesel seven-seat compact van on the market. Breaking the 140 g/km barrier ... Continue reading
Fuel Saving eco:drive Takes Top Digital Award
Mar 31, 2009
It's saving motorists' money, helping to lower CO2 emissions and improving fuel efficiency, and now Fiat's innovative eco:Drive technology has won a top award. ... Continue reading
Mar 27, 2009
Washington DC March 27, 2009; U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood announced today that the Department of Transportation has posted the new fuel economy standards for cars and light trucks for the 2011 model year. Click here to view the final rule for the 2011 model year (very large PDF download). On January 26, ... Continue reading
Mini Says Australians Can Have Their Cake and Eat it Too
Mar 18, 2009
When the new MINI Cooper D goes on sale in May this year it will become Australia's most fuel efficient car on the market. Upon its arrival, not only will MINI reset the fuel consumption benchmark with 3.9 litres per 100 kilometres it will set a new benchmark with regard to CO2 emissions, emitting just 104 g/km, the lo ... Continue reading
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