Consumer Reports' Compiles List of Useful Smart-Phone Apps For Motorists
Jul 4, 2010
YONKERS, N.Y., June 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Consumer Reports provides a list of useful smart-phone apps for drivers, tested for the major smart-phone platforms, in the August issue of the magazine. Some of the apps are free. The full list is available in the August issue of Consumer Reports, which goes on sale Ju ... Continue reading
Alternative Fuels and the Roles They are Destined to Play in the Automotive Scheme of Things
Jul 4, 2010
Alternative Fuels and the Roles They are Destined to Play in the Automotive Scheme of Things What is an alternative fuel? "Alternative fuels" are vehicle fuels that aren't made from petroleum. There are many kinds of fuels that vehicles can run on that aren't made from petroleum. The United States Department of Energy ... Continue reading
Jul 4, 2010
THE 2011 LAND ROVER LR4: AT HOME EVERYWHERE by Marty Bernstein Editor-at-Large The Auto Channel Land Rover, the iconic British brand, went thru several owners over the past 10+ years including ownership by BMW and Ford Motor Company. Result? The brandâs image had grown stagnate with lackluster products and spotty ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2010 MAZDA CX-9 REVIEW
Jul 4, 2010
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE 2010 MAZDA CX-9 VEHICLE The Mazda CX-9 could easily get lost in the sea of large-size 3-row crossovers. So what makes this big guy stand out? First, the interior craftsmanship offered by what is essentially a simpler brand. Next, the C ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2010 MERCURY MILAN HYBRID REVIEW
Jul 4, 2010
SEE ALSO: Mercury Buyers Guide HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE MILAN VEHICLE The Mercury Milan is the fancier rebadged of the Ford Fusion, a sedan with a sleeker grille and side fascia. Therefore, youâre essentially getting the same hybrid powertrain, performanc ... Continue reading
How Did 'APPLYING MAKE-UP WHILE DRIVING' Escape Regulation by the "Diversion Police"
Jul 4, 2010
AUTO CENTRAL - July 4, 2010: So let's see, you can't use your cell phone while driving without a hands-free device, you can't text your buddies, but it's okay for women to apply make-up while driving. ... Continue reading
Arizonans Speak: Road Safety Cameras Stay!
Jul 4, 2010
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Efforts by opponents of Arizona's photo enforcement programs fell significantly short of gathering the required number of signatures to qualify for a statewide referendum to ban photo enforcement on the November 2010 ballot. "Our consistent position that the overwhelming majority of Arizona citizens ... Continue reading
Tips for Staying Cool When Your Teen Starts Asking to Drive
Jul 4, 2010
WARWICK, R.I. "Can I have the keys to the car?" may be the most frightening words ever heard, at least to a parent with a teenager in the household. With good reason: according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for young people 15 to 20 y ... Continue reading
Toyota to recall 138,000 Lexus vehicles in US to Replace Engine Valve Springs
Jul 3, 2010
TORRANCE, Calif. (July 2, 2010) -- Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., today announced that it has informed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of its intention to file a Defect Information Report (DIR) regarding approximately 138,000 Lexus vehicles, powered by 4.6 and 5.0 liter V8 and 3. ... Continue reading
Renault Launches RENAULT TV - Watch it LIVE Right Here
Jul 3, 2010
LONDON - January 27, 2010: On January 28, 2010 Renault is officially launching its own television channel in France on channel 349 on Canalsat and in the UK on Sky Guide 883. However a LIVE preview of the channel, in both English and French is available to watch today. The first carmaker to launch a television channel ... Continue reading
South Florida To Welcome Its First Public CNG Fueling Station Just In Time For $4,000 Tax Credit
Jul 3, 2010
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.--May was a month of "firsts" for natural gas transportation initiatives on both a federal and state level. In addition to announcing a $4,000 Federal Income Tax Credit for the 2010 Ford Focus natural gas converted vehicle, construction of South Florida's first CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) public fueli ... Continue reading
Jul 2, 2010
BREA, Calif. July 2, 2010; As America prepares to celebrate its birthday and independence, many Americans are getting ready to enjoy their freedom with the pursuit of the open road. Historically, the automobile has been a symbol of individual free will, allowing people to explore on their own schedule. Few car companie ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Releases New Photos and Details on Redesigned 2011 CL-Class
Jul 2, 2010
LOS ANGELES - July 2, 2010: With stylish, eye-catching design, exclusive appointments and cutting-edge technology, the extensively updated 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class underscores its flagship position in the world of refined automobiles. Powered by a new 429-hp V8 biturbo engine which achieves a 10-15% improvement in f ... Continue reading
Citroen DS3 R3: The new standard
Jul 2, 2010
2nd July 2010 10/M30 CITROËN DS3 R3: THE NEW STANDARD In addition to Citroën Racing's official participation in WRC, where it has won five FIA World Championship Constructors' titles, Citroën Racing has always offered products designed for customers. The champion team has now furthered this rich tradition with Citro ... Continue reading
Jul 2, 2010
NFB, Virginia Tech, and Grand-Am Form Historic Partnership to Advance Innovative Technology DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., July 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, College of Engineering (Virginia Tech) announced today that they have par ... Continue reading
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