National Safety Council Supports NTSB Recommendation to Ban Cell Phone Use by Commercial Drivers
Sep 17, 2011
-The National Safety Council applauds the National Transportation Safety Board recommendation to ban all cell phone use, both handheld and hands-free, by commercial motor vehicle drivers (except in emergencies). This ban is one of 15 new safety recommendations issued by NTSB this week. ... Continue reading
GM and UAW Reach Tentative Agreement
Sep 17, 2011
General Motors and the United Auto Workers reached a tentative four-year agreement at approximately 11 p.m. EDT Friday. "We used a creative problem solving approach to reach an agreement that addresses the needs of employees and positions our business for long-term success," said Cathy Clegg, GM vice president, Labor R ... Continue reading
Toyota Introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid
Sep 16, 2011
Extended Electric Range Selectable EV Mode Expected 87 MPGe Quick Home Charging Toyota, the world leader in hybrid passenger cars and SUVs, introduced the Prius Plug-in Hybrid at the annual Green Drive Expo here today, as the newest member of the Prius Family. Joining the popular third-generation Prius Liftback and the ... Continue reading
Copart to Webcast Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2011 Results
Sep 16, 2011
Copart, Inc. announced today that it will release earnings for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011 after the close of market on Tuesday, September 20, 2011. On Wednesday, September 21, 2011 a conference call will be held at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (8 a.m. Pacific) to discuss the results and answer questions regarding the ... Continue reading
The Business of Plugging In 2011 Announces Key Speakers and Sessions
Sep 16, 2011
The Business of Plugging In(SM) 2011, a Center for Automotive Research conference, returns to metro Detroit on October 11-13, and will feature a unique blend of global experts who will provide insight into the evolving plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) landscape from the role of big box stores like Best Buy to Portland's ... Continue reading
Sep 16, 2011
Engineering students from eight colleges from across the nation, including The University of Akron, will compete in a battle of speed, endurance and design in the 2011 Goodyear Formula SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) Shootout competition. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company supports young engineers and uses this e ... Continue reading
AeroVironment Completes First Electric Vehicle Commercial Charging Station Installations in Hawaii
Sep 16, 2011
AeroVironment today announced that it has installed electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the Marriott Waikiki to serve hotel guests and respond to increased demand for sustainable practices in the tourism and hospitality industries. The new chargers are part of Hawaii's growing charging infrastructure currently b ... Continue reading
Tupelo to Benefit From Toyota Volunteer Work on National Public Lands Day
Sep 16, 2011
More than 400 Toyota team members will celebrate National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on September 17, by working together to clean and protect three public areas in Tupelo; the Natchez Trace Parkway, Carver Elementary School and Tupelo High School. At Natchez Trace Parkway, volunteers will remove invasive weeds to preserv ... Continue reading
Kretschmann and Hermann Visit the IAA
Sep 16, 2011
FRANKFURT AM MAIN and BERLIN, Germany, September 16, 2011 -- Baden-Wuerttemberg's Top Politicians are Guests in Frankfurt Today the state premier of Baden-Wuerttemberg, Winfried Kretschmann, and his transport minister Winfried Hermann, visited the IAA Cars 2011 and obtained information about the innovations and technol ... Continue reading
Algal Biomass Organization Announces Support for Renewable Fuel Parity Act of 2011
Sep 16, 2011
The Algal Biomass Organization (ABO) today announced its strong support for the Renewable Fuel Parity Act of 2011, formally introduced yesterday by US Senators Tom Udall (D-NM) and Mike Crapo (R-ID). The bill would give algae-based biofuels tax parity while leveling the playing field for all advanced biofuels by expand ... Continue reading
AAA Automotive Experts Top 10 List - How to Select a Repair Facility
Sep 16, 2011
AAA Automotive experts recommend ten things drivers should consider when selecting a shop to maintain and repair their vehicles. Fifty four percent of American drivers report they have decided to keep an existing vehicle rather than invest in a newer one, according to a recent AAA survey. In addition, many drivers are ... Continue reading
Sep 15, 2011
Former CEO and founder of American Auto Exchange, Bruce Thompson, will be launching a new inventory management system in October that will compete with AAX, V-Auto, eCarlist, FirstLook and others. Thompson is credited for creating and pioneering the modern day inventory tools that are broadly used in dealerships across ... Continue reading
MADD and the NFL Announce Expanded Roster of Teams for Designated Driver Program
Sep 15, 2011
Additional Teams Joining Efforts to Tackle Drunk Driving-- Following the kickoff of the 2011 football season, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and the National Football League (NFL) announce the addition of several new teams to their game-day designated driver program. The following teams are now partnering with MA ... Continue reading
MapleSim Drives Higher Fuel Efficiency in Cars
Sep 15, 2011
Maplesoft today announced the MapleSim Driveline Component Library, a collection of components for driveline modeling applications. Built with the involvement of several transmission manufacturers, this MapleSim add-on covers all stages in the powertrain, from the engine to the differential, wheels, and road loads, as ... Continue reading
Enova Systems to Present at the Ardour Capital 9th Annual Energy Technology Conference
Sep 15, 2011
Enova Systems, Inc. (NYSE AMEX: ENA) (AIM: ENV) (AIM: ENVS), a leading developer of proprietary hybrid electric and all-electric drive systems and drive system components for the emerging green commercial vehicle market, has been invited to present at the Ardour Capital Ninth Annual Energy Technology Conference. The co ... Continue reading
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