A Metal Composite That Will (Literally) Float Your Boat
May 17, 2015
Researchers have demonstrated a new metal matrix composite that is so light that it can float on water. A boat made of such lightweight composites will not sink despite damage to its structure. The new material also promises to improve automotive fuel economy because it combines light weight with heat resistance. Altho ... Continue reading
American Honda Includes Powersports, Power Equipment Dealers in Environmental Leadership Program
May 12, 2015
Voluntary program encourages recycling, reduced use of energy and water TORRANCE, CA -- May 12, 2015: Building on the success of the Honda Environmental Leadership Program through its automobile dealers' reduced environmental footprint, American Honda today announced the voluntary program's expansion to include its pow ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS May 11, 2015 - Dodge, RAM, Scion, Honda, Mitsubishi, Chevrolet, Ford
May 11, 2015
NHTSA RECALLS May 11, 2015 - Dodge, RAM, Scion, Honda, Mitsubishi, Chevrolet, Ford ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Blast - February 2-8, 2015
Feb 8, 2015
automotive news, feb 2-8 2015, chevy bolt, Toyota air bag, Nissan 2015 maxima, jeep recall, ... Continue reading
New 2015 Chevy Colorado Designed for Active Lifestyles
Nov 4, 2014
Concept combo pairs custom Colorado crew cab with Nautique boat, trailer LAS VEGAS â Chevrolet demonstrated the versatility and capability of the all-new Colorado midsize pickup at the SEMA Show today, pairing it with the Super Air Nautique 210 â one of the industryâs most iconic wakeboard boats, which c ... Continue reading
Mar 14, 2014
All aboard! This weekend the 2014 Ford Fusion and 2014 Ford Focus ST will go further, cruising the high seas of the Caribbean Islands in the spirit of educational attainment. As part of Ford's relationship with the Tom Joyner Foundation, Fusion and Focus ST will set sail for eight days and seven nights as part of the 2 ... Continue reading
Mercedes-AMG and Cigarette Racing Team present two visionary super sports concepts
Feb 13, 2014
Two legendary brands with legendary visions will unite once again at the Miami International Boat Show on February 13, 2014. Cigarette Racing and the Mercedes-Benz high-performance brand AMG join forces for the fourth consecutive year to present futuristic visions, the Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo Concept car ... Continue reading
UltraBurn Technology Adopted by Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Operators
Oct 4, 2013
Emissions Technology, Inc. (ETI) of Houston, Texas is pleased to announce that two of its customers, have reported significant improvements in fuel savings and emissions reduction as a result of their adoption of the UltraBurn® Combustion Catalyst System on the generators and propulsion engines of their ferry vessels. ... Continue reading
GE Capital Sees Positive Trends in Canadian RV, Motorsports and Marine Industries at Mid-Year
Aug 12, 2013
GE Capital's Commercial Distribution Finance (CDF) business said it has seen positive trends in the Canadian marine, motorsports and recreational vehicle (RV) industries through the first half of the year. It expects favorable conditions to continue into 2014. ... Continue reading
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. Introduced
Apr 1, 2013
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (SMAI), has been announced as the sole distributor of Suzuki motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, marine outboard engines and automotive parts and service in the continental United States and Alaska. This announcement comes following the restructuring of American Suzuki Motor Corporation (AS ... Continue reading
Emergent Systems Selected to Participate in NSRP Research Project
Oct 21, 2012
Emergent Systems will be teaming up with NASSCO and Bollinger Shipyards to develop a ''Design for Production Rules Delivery and Technical Memory Management System'' for Shipyards in order to evaluate the impact of Emergent's Knowledge Management technology, E2ks, on naval ship design and cost. This effort was one of tw ... Continue reading
Hertz Makes a Splash with Rent a Boat
Jul 23, 2012
Hertz takes to the water with a fleet on Amsterdam's canals The Hertz Corporation , the world's largest general use car rental brand, has launched Hertz Rent a Boat in the Netherlands, allowing customers to explore Amsterdam by water on a variety of fun vessels. Brought to customers through a partnership with local com ... Continue reading
ACE Recreational Marine Insurance Announces Top Ten Recreational Boating Tips
Jul 22, 2012
Recreational boating activity soars during warm weather months, and so do boating accidents and injuries. According to the U.S. Coast Guard's Boating Statistics 2011,"1 the most recent year available, there are more than 12 million registered recreational boats in the United States. With so many boaters enjoying the ... Continue reading
FEV to Show High-power Outboard Marine Motor at SAE World Congress
Apr 17, 2012
FEV, Inc., leading developers of advanced powertrain and vehicle technologies announced that it will show an innovative outboard motor from Seven Marine at the SAE World Congress, April 24 -- 26th at Cobo Center in Detroit, MI. While typically associated with the transportation industry, FEV has long been involved in ... Continue reading
Port of Los Angeles Hosts Pacific Ports Clean Air Collaborative Conference
Feb 24, 2012
Working together to build a more prosperous and sustainable future was the focus of the Third Pacific Ports Clean Air Collaborative Conference (PPCAC) held this week at the Port of Los Angeles. The international conference, which concluded today, drew about 125 participants representing ports from around the Pacific Ri ... Continue reading
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