The New Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S
May 19, 2009
The new Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S sets another milestone in the high performance luxury saloon segment. Conceived and developed as "a real driving machine in the guise of a luxury saloon", the Quattroporte Sport GT S is the ultimate expression of Maserati's sportiness in the Quattroporte range. ... Continue reading
Driving the New Chevrolet Volt - VIDEO STORY
May 1, 2009
DETROIT - May 1, 2009: The technology behind the Chevrolet Volt, likely to be the first mass-produced electric car, was recently test-driven by a group of journalists. Since electric cars can be noticeably different, the goal was to make the driving experience the same as conventional gas powered vehicles and not feel ... Continue reading
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
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
Caparo RightFuel - Does Your Nozzle Open Our Flap?
Apr 1, 2009
Ever been embarrassed by missing that important date? Chatting with your mates and suddenly realising you're filling your new, expensive diesel car with petrol? Then Caparo RightFuel is the product for you. For the price of less than a 1/3 of a tank of diesel Caparo RightFuel eliminates the possibility of misfuelling y ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz F-CELL Roadster - Trainees build a Car of the Future
Mar 26, 2009
In a hitherto unique project bridging various fields of profession, the trainees of Daimler AG at the Sindelfingen Mercedes-Benz plant have built a Roadster with fuel cell drive. For about a year, more than 150 trainees and dual education system students worked on the overall concept, development, assembly, and complet ... Continue reading
Here Comes The New Fiat Ducato on Natural Gas
Mar 23, 2009
The FIAT Ducato 140 Natural Power goes on sale today: a natural gas-powered vehicle, guaranteeing top performance, low consumption and - above all - minimum emissions. The following bodywork configurations are available: Panel/Vetrato Van, Chassis cab, Combined, Panorama and Minibus. ... Continue reading
Mar 4, 2009
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor Even an Italian sports car manufacturer cannot neglect the fact that its modeld need to improve on fuel efficiency. That is why in 2005, Maserati implemented a development project for five years to reduce consumption and CO2 emissions. From then on, the fuel consumption of the Qua ... Continue reading
Mar 4, 2009
Swedish supercar marque Koenigsegg and NLV Solar AG, a pioneer in photovoltaics and accumulator technology, have joined forces to create the Quant. The brainchild of this marriage of power and energy is a four-seater solar electric car. A full-scale model is to be unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Salon, with the two compani ... Continue reading
2009 Geneva Motor Show: Zero-Emissions are Up in The Air at MDI - EXCLUSIVE VIDEO
Mar 4, 2009
With small size, a tiny price, zero pollution, fun and futuristic design, AIRPod mark a turning point in the range of urban vehicles while renewing the idea of the automobile and transportation. You can drive with a joystick, it only costs one euro per 200 km and leaves no one indifferent in crept in traffic. ... Continue reading
International Agencies Launch 50% Global Fuel Economy Plan at Geneva Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
Feb 28, 2009
LONDON - February 28, 2009: Global automobile fuel use is projected to more than double by 2050. To counter unsustainable CO2 emissions and energy insecurity, four major international organisations will launch the Global Fuel Economy Initiative (GFEI) at the Geneva Motor Show. It is a â50 by 50â effort callin ... Continue reading
Ford Shows the Way in Fuel Efficient Motoring in Melbourne
Feb 27, 2009
Ford gave Australian motorists a glimpse of the near future at the Melbourne International Motor Show today, when it revealed a new, highly fuel efficient and environmentally advanced vehicle that will show the way in delivering ultra-low CO2 emissions technology to consumers. ... Continue reading
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