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Gearing up for the Red Bull United States Grand Prix Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:32PMMONTEREY, Calif. - The 2011 Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix is this weekend at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, off Highway 68. Track officials say America's rising motorcycle stars will be out in full support...
Little hatchback a good pick for penny pinchers Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:55PMThe price is right for this practical, refined subcompact hatch
Hino Targets Expanded Market Share with New Class 4-5 COEs Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:28PMThe 2012 Class 4 and 5 cab-over-engine (COE) models also include a diesel-electric hybrid version, which will be rolled out first in California, Dallas, Houston, Philadelphia, Chicago, Atlanta, Washington D.C., and the greater New York City metro area.
New Strategies for Managing Diesel Fleets Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:28PMSoaring pump prices and new emissions controls have made running trucks and vans on diesel an expensive proposition. Learn how fleet managers and OEMs are responding to the high cost of lower emissions.
10 Factors to Consider when Spec’ing Drive-Axle Ratios for Medium-Duty Trucks Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:27PMThere is a wide range of drive-axle ratios for medium-duty trucks. Considering drive-axle ratio impacts a truck’s top-end speed, load-pulling ability, and overall fuel economy, fleet managers must choose carefully.
TEST DRIVE: Chevy Volt isn't a hybrid, it isn't electric. So what is it? Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 2:21PMThe Chevy Volt isn’t a hybrid and it isn’t all-electric. Chevy says it’s something even better
Avenger a bit of a misnomer for family sedan Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 1:55PMMaybe the 2011 Dodge Avenger should be called something else - perhaps a name from the marque's storied past such as Monaco or Regent. Either of those better fits the car's image.
Sealing Washers withstand 12,000 psi hydrostatic pressure. Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 1:39PMMade of 316 stainless steel, corrosion resistant high-strength BarTite line sealing washers lock out moisture, vapors, liquids, chemicals, and pressurized air. They employ patented, stable, and non-aging plastisol formula resistant to petrochemicals, acids, solvents, and salt sprays. When torque is applied 360° impervious seal is attained, and plastisol flows from under washer and in three ...
2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Coming Next Spring Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:18AMThe wraps have only just come off the new 2012 Volkswagen Beetle but so far only the hard-top model has been revealed. However, as we saw with the previous generation 'New Beetle', sales of the convertible are just as important as those of the coupe and in some years were actually the higher of the two.
2011 Ford Taurus Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:18AMFord last year gave its full-size Taurus sedan a transformation, creating a more attractive, more capable competitor in a class that spans both mainstream mid-size sedans like the Honda Accord V-6 as well as the Buck Lucerne. A new high-performance Taurus SHO, powered by a turbocharged V-6, also joined the model line. The only down side to the new Taurus versus the old? Its interior became a ...
2011 GMC Terrain Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:18AMThe GMC Terrain was all-new last year and slots into the brand's lineup as a little brother to the successful Acadia full-size crossover. It's closely related to the Chevrolet Equinox, which means there's a tidy exterior package with good room inside, and thoughtful features that maximize either cargo or passenger capacity. Front-wheel drive is standard, four-wheel drive an option, and the ...
Jeep® Brand Launches All-new Advertising Campaign for the "Most Awarded SUV Ever" - the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:08AM-
The New Generation Audi A5 and S5 Range Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:42AMThe new generation Audi A5 and S5 Sportback, Coupe and Cabriolet models boast re-sculpted exteriors and re-engineering with new infotainment features and chassis modifications.
2011 BMW 535i xDrive Sedan, an AutoWeek Drivers Log Car Review: Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:35AMNEWS EDITOR GREG MIGLIORE: The turbocharged straight-six is an absolute gem of an engine in this 2011 BMW 535i xDrive.
Crossover SUV with a soul of sports car Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:23AMHIGH performance demands high levels of safety and that’s what Mazda CX-7 delivers. The all-wheel ventilated disc brake system integrates Dynamic Stability Control , Traction Control System and Anti-lock Brake Systemto keep you in control and help you avoid hazards.
Product Development is On Fire at SupplyPro – Development Team Releases Seven Products and New Device Platform in 9 ... Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:11AMSAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SupplyPro Record Setting Product Development for Point-of-Use Inventory Management Solutions
Multi Axis Motor Control is offered as OEM style daughter board. Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:46AMOperating as standalone controller or integrated into final product as sub-board, EPOS2 36/2 Motherboard features snap-apart construction with 11 nodes connected via CAN-Open, allowing multi-axis customization on single board. Two digital inputs and 1 digital output are mapped on board with additional I/O expansion module as option. In addition to motor speed, torque, and position control, EPOS2 ...
Brushless Stepper Motor suits high torque applications. Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:45AMFeaturing 2-phase, tin-can style design, Model PF55 is available with both unipolar and bipolar windings. With unipolar winding, unit offers holding torque of 120 N, while bipolar winding provides 150 N of holding torque. In full-step excitation mode, motor has 48 steps/rev, rated voltage of 5 and 12 V, inductance from 12-37 mH, and 5-36 W resistance. Gearhead version, available with 20 ratio ...
NEWS: Move over MyPhone and Cherry Mobile. A new telecom's in town! Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:26AMCall it Olive Telecom!
Outstanding Reaction Received for Green Ray Vehicles Golf Caddies Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:17AMDealer Network Grows by 50% Since May 2011 Santa Rosa, CA (PRWEB) July 17, 2011 Green Ray Vehicles, a California company that specializes in innovative golf trolley designs, has seen an outstanding response to its newest releases in the past couple of months. The 2011 GRV Ace model golf trolley is now seen as the premium model, while the GRV Eagle electric push trolley is now being offered as a ...
NEWS: New Dual-SIM phone maker is out to take on MyPhone and Cherry Mobile Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:11AMMeet Olive Telecom!
PHOTOS: 4 closest rivals of the NEW Ford Fiesta Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:27PMThe New Ford Fiesta is here with a fuel efficiency of 17 km/L (petrol) and 23.5 km/L (diesel).
Asian IPO Watch: Australasia Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 10:27PMAsian IPO Watch: Australasia
Defending Champ Becomes First Repeat Super Winner at Oswego Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:43PMBy – Chris Porter Oswego Speedway’s three-time defending track champion, Otto Sitterly, became the first supermodified driver to win a second feature this season on Saturday night at the lakeside oval. The Canajorharie, N.Y. native took the lead away from Tilton, N.H.’s Tim Snyder on the 19th lap and was never challenged again en route to [...]
A supercar with a conscience Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:30PMHOT on the heels of the carbon tax, the Ferrari California HELE’s arrival could not have better timing. This is a supercar with a conscience.
The $3m Rolls-Royce Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 7:27PMDrive takes the wheel of the quietest Rolls yet – the electric-powered 102EX.
First drive: New Audi A6 Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:42PMGerman brand’s large sedan argues a compelling case against established rivals, the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Test: 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 4:32PMThe 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. Sacacomie, Que.: It’s hardly rocket science. If you are a car company blessed enough to have a trendy, even iconic halo vehicle, Marketing 101 says leverage that popularity to sell your lesser products.
First Drive: 2012 Chrysler 300 SRT8 & Dodge Charger SRT8 Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 4:10AMPatriot Missiles
Not Afraid To Get Dirty Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 4:02AMThere's an old saying that we only use a small portion of our brains at any one time and that if we could tap the potential, who knows what we would be capable off. The same could be said for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class. Most high-end sport utility
New Ford Fiesta launched; priced up to Rs 10.51 lakh Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:45AMNew Ford Fiesta launched; priced up to Rs 10.51 lakhNew Ford Fiesta launched; priced up to Rs 10.51 lakh
Volvo to sell 1,800 vehicles in 2011 Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:43AMSHAH ALAM: Volvo Car Malaysia Sdn Bhd aims to sell 1,800 vehicles this year against the 850 units in 2010, said its Field Manager for Sales, Su Chee Oon. He said the introduction of two S80 T5 variants, namely the Powershift and Exclusive Powershift, will contribute at least 100 units towards the sales target. "We also plan to introduce our completely knocked down S60 in September and that will ...
Volvo Car Malaysia Aims To Sell 1,800 Vehicles This Year Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:36AMSHAH ALAM, July 15 (Bernama) -- Volvo Car Malaysia Sdn Bhd aims to sell 1,800 vehicles this year against the 850 units in 2010, said its Field Manager for Sales, Su Chee Oon.
New V-6 Delivers Horsepower Boost to 2012 Buick LaCrosse: Check it Out at Briggs Auto Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:27AMLightweight components and enhancements improve luxury sedan’s performance; a 23-horsepower improvement with no compromise in fuel efficiency (PRWeb July 15, 2011) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/7/prweb8641694.htm
Supreme luxury Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:15AMThe most dazzling Bentley has arrived on our shores, the Continental GT, boasting improved power-to-weight ratios, refined body design and hundreds of technological innovations.
Q&A with the FIA Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:43AMMotorsport's governing body, the FIA, talks off-throttle blown diffusers and the decision to scrap the ban...
Peugeot's next diesel hybrid Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:45PMPARIS - The 508 RXH follows the 3008 Hybrid4 as Peugeot's next step in diesel-electric hybrid drive development. It comes with distinctive LED lights visible both day and night, giving an impression of three vertical 'lions' claws on each side of its 'floating' grille.
Blog - Robots On Wheels Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:53PMAnd what a wheel! The inventive drive system enables a small robot to spin and turn on a dime.
Smart electric car begins Canadian tour Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:32PMDana Sleigh pushes the pedal to the metal on the Smart electric car and gets only silent acceleration.
2012 Nissan Versa, an AutoWeek Flash Drive Car Review: Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:19PMWhat is it?
Ten Automotive Terms Defined Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 2:40PMIn a list of snazzy new car features, it's easy to skip over terms that aren't quite obvious to the
Audi announces pricing for 2012 MY TT RS Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 2:01PMAudi of America announced pricing for the much anticipated Audi TT RS. The 2012 TT RS is the pinnacle of the TT model line, and signifies the return of the RS nameplate to the U.S. The RS nameplate represents the highest performance category for Audi vehicles, and reflects the technical ...
Taurus Delivers More Fuel Efficiency Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 2:00PMThe new Ford Taurus delivers more of what large sedan customers really want for the 2013 model year - with even better fuel economy, more technology, design refinement, improved craftsmanship and enhanced driving dynamics. "We have significantly upgraded Ford's flagship sedan through obsessive attention to detail," said Mark Fields, Ford's ...
Red Bull Creation: 72 Hours to Build a Crazy Contraption Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 1:50PMTwelve teams had 72 hours to build DIY contraptions that could move a person without using fossil fuels. Take a look at what they came up with.
Flare-Wing Trip Edge V-Plows Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 2:03PMThe new VF series flare-wing trip-edge V-plows from Hiniker feature deep-curl flared wings, providing the break-through capacity to cast deep snow farther and higher than other plow designs.
GM Pursues Investment in Midwest Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 1:45PMThe investment at both the Toledo and Bedford plants will help GM supply cars with eAssist
Nabtesco Open House is July 21 in Farmington Hills, Michigan Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 1:31PMNabtesco, the largest precision cycloidal gearbox manufacturer in the world, now has a newer, larger facility in Farmington Hills, Michigan.
Honda Civic still a strong contender Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:27PMThe new, ninth-generation Honda Civic sedan isn't the sexiest small car. But it's surprisingly roomy for a compact, has a quieter interior and a more compliant ride than its predecessors and delivers good fuel economy.
New electric concept car has excellent driving dynamics Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:20PMFollowing months of preliminary work on computer simulations, the first completed prototype of the new electric concept car showed in its first driving tests that it possesses excellent driving properties -- not only in theory, but also in practice.
Hynix, Toshiba Form Alliance to Develop New Memory Device Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:14PMHynix Semiconductor Inc. and Toshiba Corp., the world’s second-largest makers of computer-memory and flash-memory chips respectively, agreed to collaborate on developing next-generation storage devices.