New Holland Zero Emission Tractor of the Future Makes North American Debut - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 25, 2010
NEW HOLLAND, PA - August 25, 2010: An increasing demand for reduced emissions and energy independence has fueled the need for new technology and the use of alternative fuels on the farm. One of the most promising developments, the New Holland NH2⢠hydrogen-powered tractor, will make its North American debut on Aug ... Continue reading
Raser Technologies Releases Video of News Conference with Pacific Gas & Electric Company
Aug 13, 2010
PROVO, Utah--Raser Technologies, Inc. , an energy technology company, announced today that it has released a website video on a recent news conference held in San Jose, California with Pacific Gas & Electric Company announcing the planned delivery of two extended range electric trucks by Raser. To view the video click ... Continue reading
2011 Ford F-150 Powertrain Lineup
Aug 11, 2010
The 3.7-liter V6 powering the 2011 Ford F-150 delivers an estimated 300 horsepower and 275 lb.-ft. of torque. Click here to download related images. The powertrain lineup for the 2011 Ford F-150 features four new truck engines: a 3.7-liter V6, 5.0-liter and 6.2-liter V8s, and a twin-turbocharged EcoBoost⢠3.5-lite ... Continue reading
2011 Ford F-150 Transmissions Offer Smoother Shifting and Better Fuel Economy
Aug 11, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 11, 2010 â A familiar transmission â with several improvements â will manage the power produced by the all-new engine lineup of the 2011 Ford F-150. The diverse group of engines, which ranges from a 3.7-liter V6 with advanced valvetrain timing to a 6.2-liter V8, will be mated to the ... Continue reading
'Tacoma' Line-off Ceremony Held at U.S. Texas Plant
Aug 8, 2010
San Antonio, TX, Aug 7, 2010; Toyota Motor Corporation announces that Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Texas, Inc. (TMMTX), TMC's vehicle manufacturing company here, held a line-off ceremony today to mark the start of production of the "Tacoma" mid-size pickup truck. Texas Governor Rick Perry, San Antonio Mayor Julian Castr ... Continue reading
2010 Ford Transit Connect Review
Jul 28, 2010
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Ford Transit Connect Engine: 2.0-liter I4 Horsepower/Torque: 136 hp @ 6,300 rpm/128 lb.-ft. @ 4,750 rpm Transmission: 4-speed automatic Wheelbase: 114.6 in. Length/Width/Height: 180.6 x 70.7 x 79.3 in. Tires: P205/65R15 Cargo volume: 135.3 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
PG&E is First to Receive Extended Range Electric Fleet Trucks from Raser Technologies
Jul 28, 2010
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) and Raser Technologies, Inc. announced today that PG&E will be the first company in the United States to take delivery of Raserââ¬â¢s new extended range electric (E-REV) fleet trucks, designed to achieve an average of 100 miles per gallon in typical dai ... Continue reading
Yokohama Tire Corporation Launches Online Fuel Savings Calculator for Commercial Fleet Owners
Jul 24, 2010
<b>Interactive Web site tool calculates savings with Yokohamaâs fuel-efficient truck tires</b> FULLERTON, July 22, 2010: Yokohama Tire Corporation today announced it has launched an interactive, online-based tool on its Web site that will enable commercial fleet owners to learn how they can improve their bottom li ... Continue reading
Daimler receives further orders for natural gas and hybrid commercial vehicles in the U.S.
Jul 14, 2010
High Point, N.C. July 14, 2010; Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) and Daimler Buses have once again received orders for low-emission vehicles. Thomas Built Buses, Daimler Trucks North Americaâs school bus manufacturer, has received an order for 130 compressed natural gas (CNG) school buses. Thatâs the bigge ... Continue reading
Volvo Drivers from UK and Netherlands Participate in Major Safety Study - VIDEO STORY
Jul 2, 2010
STOCKHOLM - July 2, 2010: A large-scale safety research project is now being rolled out in collaboration with DHL Tradeteam in the UK and Dutch haulage firm Nijhof-Wassink. The aim is to study driver behaviour in various traffic situations and to examine how this behaviour interfaces with the truckâs on-board safe ... Continue reading
2010's Top-20 Selling Vehicles in U.S. Through June
Jul 1, 2010
July 1, 2010; Reuters published this list of the 20 top-selling vehicles in the U.S. through June of 2010 as reported by the automakers. Total sales of the top 20 vehicles rose 23 percent or 414,363 units to 2,219,647. Following is a list of the top-20 selling vehicles, ranked by total units. ... Continue reading
Pilot Travel Centers and Flying J Finalize Merger
Jul 1, 2010
KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--Pilot Travel Centers LLC and Flying J Inc. announced today the completion of the merger of the two companies, creating an expanded network of more than 550 interstate travel centers and travel plazas focused on superior customer service and enhanced offerings for professional drivers and traveling mot ... Continue reading
Jun 29, 2010
The U.S. Department of Energy joins company officials to dedicate a new Allison Transmission manufacturing plant that will increase the nation's capacity to manufacture cost-efficient, fuel-efficient commercial-duty hybrid truck propulsion systems. INDIANAPOLIS, June 29 -- Allison Transmission, Inc. the premier global ... Continue reading
Jun 23, 2010
LIVONIA, Mich., June 23 -- Prime Time Shuttle has been offering quality ride-share transportation to major Southern California airports since 1984. Beginning today, the company energizes their environmentally friendly growth by making the switch to an alternative fuel -- propane -- with the addition of ROUSH® liquid p ... Continue reading
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