Ford and Nuance Advance Voice Recognition of SYNC: Now Faster, Friendlier, More Personal
Jul 15, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., July 15 -- -- With the introduction of MyFord Touch(TM) driver connect technology, Ford makes it easier to control in-car systems with fewer steps and more natural language; customers can now speak more than 10,000 first-level commands, up from only 100 in first-generation SYNC® -- Working with voice ... Continue reading
Topcon announces IP-S2 HD Mapping System
Jul 14, 2010
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
Jul 14, 2010
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
Jul 14, 2010
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
Chevrolet Stands Behind Volt With Standard Eight-Year, 100,000-Mile Battery Warranty
Jul 14, 2010
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
LUXEON Rebel PC Amber Hot/Cold Factor and Light Output Improve
Jul 14, 2010
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
Jul 14, 2010
· 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
JM Lexus Launches 'Night at the Movies' Social Media Promotion
Jul 14, 2010
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
Tesla Roadster Goes the Distance at European Road Rallies
Jul 14, 2010
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
Jul 14, 2010
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
Jul 14, 2010
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
Jul 14, 2010
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
BMW Forms Luxury Alliance with Elysian Hotel
Jul 14, 2010
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
Jul 14, 2010
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
Public Invited to See Plug-In Vehicles First-Hand at Plug-In 2010 Public Night in San Jose
Jul 14, 2010
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
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