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VW Group sells 3,090,000 vehicles in first half of...
2007-07-14 14:49:00
VW Group sells 3,090,000 vehicles in first half of 2007The Volkswagen Group set an all-time sales record in the first six months of 2007, delivering 3.09 million vehicles to customers around the world, a 7.8% gain over the same period last year. While deliveries to Western Europe were up 1.3%, the biggest gains can be seen in Central and Eastern Europe and South America where sales were up 22.8% and 27.7%, respectively. Over the six-month period, VW Group delivered 263,000 vehicles to North America, representing a 3.1% increase over the same period in 2006. A closer look on the VW Group brands reveals that worldwide sales for the group's high-end brands saw the biggest gains in the six-month period in 2007; Bugatti (+131.3%), Lamborghini (+29%), Bentley (+18.8%), while the large-volume brands also saw strong gains, Skoda (+13.2%), Audi (+9,8%), Volkswagen (+7,4%). Seat registered a 1,8% decline in sales.
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Mercedes E 63 AMG Latest Spy Photos Mercedes is p...
2007-07-14 14:34:00
Mercedes E 63 AMG Latest Spy Photos Mercedes is preparing the new generation E-Class, code named W 212, for release in mid 2009. Although, there is nothing new to report since our last installment of E 63 AMG spy photos, here are the most recent photos of the heavily disguised prototype.The disguise on the test car is still hiding details of the new styling which feature elements from the just launched C-Class, however, we can see the overall shape resembling the new S-Class.After considerable quality problems with the current E-Class, Mercedes is now striving hard to increase the quality standard of the new model to its highest possible level .The next E-Class will offer a wide selection of engines, ranging from 184hp 4-cylinder to a 544hp V8 petrol engines, and 136hp 4-cylinder to 354hp V8 diesels. One can expect the usual V6 and V8-engines, plus a normally aspirated, 500+ HP 6.3-liter V8 for the E 63 by AMG.
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Rossion Automotive proudly announces the worldwide...
2007-07-13 05:36:00
Rossion Automotive proudly announces the worldwide debut of their new supercar, the Rossion Q1. The move into production for the Rossion Q1 began after 1G Racing acquired both the intellectual and design rights for the Noble M400 and M12 platforms earlier this year in February. While further stressing the performance aspects that made Noble platforms such a startling success, the new Rossion Q1 incorporates dramatic design and a comfortably refined interior to create a versatile supercar that mesmerizes on the road as easily as on the track.?We are extremely proud to launch the Rossion brand with the introduction of the new Q1,? says Rossion Automotive Vice President Dean Rosen. ?The Q1 is about achieving the very highest possible levels of performance and blending them with luxurious touches traditionally absent from cars of this caliber.? The Rossion Q1 is for the enthusiast looking for a refined road car that pushes the limits of performance in every way.?The Q1 offers one of the...
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We've talked before about the fact that the Korean...
2007-07-13 03:54:00
We've talked before about the fact that the Kore an automakers have made great strides in engineering, content and quality over the past decade. In a recent Motor Trend comparison test, the new-for-'07 Hyundai Veracruz was even pitted against the Lexus RX350. Lest you see some humor in that match-up, know that the Hyundai won. Given the $10,000 price disparity between the two, the Lexus just didn't offer enough to take the title in those editors' minds. And we can see what they mean. This new SUV is pretty attractive, powerful and feature laden.One of the biggest shortcomings, though, was the lack of any kind of navigation system available in the Veracruz. In fact, Hyundai hasn't offered a navi in any of their cars in the States. Until now. For 2008, the Veracruz has received a few upgrades, including that all-important sat/nav system everybody was hoping for. It's an LG unit that is available on the Veracruz Limited. And better yet, Bluetooth connectivity is now available on a...
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Mercedes-Benz is celebrating 10 years of operation...
2007-07-13 03:51:00
Mercedes-Benz is celebrating 10 years of operation at its Tuscaloosa, AL facility, which is best known for producing the M-Class SUV. At a press event held at the plant and presided over by Dr. Z himself, the automaker presented a special edition version of its SUV stalwart dubbed "Edition10." The Edition10 limited-edition package is a paint-and-trim deal that's quite good-looking, actually. The requisite badges are joined by other visual highlights such as darkened trim around the headlamps, darker taillamp lenses, a black chrome look to the grille, and a similar treatment on the hood vents. A two-tone interior and metallic pedals are also included, and based on what we see in the photos released, a metal steprail is also part of the package. No pricing for the Edition10 option has been released yet, and we'd expect to see some additional shots of the SUV before all is said and done.
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Abarth is returning to the scene with force. The h...
2007-07-13 03:49:00
Abarth is returning to the scene with force. The historic Italian tuning house, long a part of the Fiat group, has been hard at work turning Fiat's models into hot hatches worthy of the scorpion badge's revival. At Geneva we saw the production preview of the Grande Punto Abarth, and the Abarth version of the newly-launched 500 retromobile is expected at Tokyo. With their work cut out for them, the Fiat Abarth team is pounding the test track developing the dynamic duo.Both cars are anticipated to benefit from tightened-up suspensions, beefed-up brakes, revised bodywork, trim and badging, and two high-performance four-cylinder engines: one producing 150 horsepower, and an even more powerful version with output in the neighborhood of 180-200hp. With these kinds of hot hatches looming on the horizon, and a Bravo Abarth expected to follow shortly thereafter, the future is looking good.
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Ford Motor Company has added some manufacturing a...
2007-07-13 03:45:00
Ford Motor Company has added some manufacturing and dealer know-how to the company's board of directors with the addition of Caterpillar Inc. group president Gerald Shaheen. Gerald's expertise also branches out to the UAW, where he got major concessions for Caterpillar in 2005. Besides Shaheen's jobs at Caterpillar and Ford, the man also stays busy with seats on the boards of National City Corp., U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the National Chamber Foundation and the Mineral Information Institute Inc., Association of Equipment Manu facturers, and AGCO Corp. Wow, either Gerald is the smartest, most hard-working guy on earth, or his main job is so easy that he has time to sit on all these other boards. How in the world does someone make time to correctly do all these important jobs?
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We've endlessly covered the impending arrival of P...
2007-07-13 03:19:00
We've endlessly covered the impending arrival of Porsche's newest 911 variant, the GT2. Powered by the same force-fed 3.6-liter flat six as the Turbo, yet only sending power to the rear wheels, it's destined to be one of the greatest tarmac toys of this decade. And the cat is unofficially out of the bag.Some enterprising web-geek was able to download a scan of the GT2 brochure and aside from all the glossy photos; the real dirt is on the second-to-last page ? specs.We'll keep it brief so you can ogle it yourself, but the GT2 is producing 530 HP at 6,500 RPM, and 505 lb.-ft. of torque between 2,200 ? 4.500 RPM. A six-speed manual transmission sends power to the wheels, and allows the GT2 to run to 60 in 3.6 seconds, to 100 in 7.4 seconds and on to a top speed of 204 MPH. The curb weight is 3,175 pounds. "Respect required," indeed.
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Vauxhall Calibra will live again
2007-07-12 04:44:00
The legendary coupe of the ?90?s is back! When it first arrived in 1990 Vauxhall Calibra was world?s most aerodynamic production coupe, and now Vauxhall is aiming to create a car that will slice through the air just like the original Calibra.The new Calibra will borrow much of its design from the Vauxhall GTC Concept, which was one of he stars when was presented at the Geneva Auto Show.The engines will range from an 1.6-litre turbo from the Corsa VXR, with a choice of 148bhp, 178bhp or 189bhp to an 1.8-litre powerplant with variable-valve-timing as well as the flagship 2.8-litre V6.The diesel line-up will include a new entry-level engine along with a high-performance twin-turbo unit. Green ecoFLEX variants will also feature to help Vauxhall?s coupé respecting the future emissions regulations.Calibra will adopt all the technology destined for the new Vectra , everything from automated self-drive systems to the latest Bluetooth connectivity. Also at the interior the dashboard will be ...
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK preview
2007-07-12 04:41:00
The newly launched model from Audi, the A5, Bmw 3-Series coupe, the second generation of Lexus SC will be a serious competition for Mercedes CLK. The German automaker is planning to fortify the next generation of the CLK with several advanced technologies that are currently on the S-Class, technologies like Presafe II, night vision, Comand II, and the Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control system.The new generation of th CLK will borrow the design line from its bigger brother, the CLS. The lineup will include 3 versions: CLK 350 equipped with a V6 engine delivering 272 bhp CLK 500 equipped with a V8 engine delivering 388 bhp CLK 63 AMG delivering 503 bhp
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?Baby? Ferrari spy photos
2007-07-12 04:39:00
Although Montezemolo continues to deny the building of a new Ferr ari model it seems that a new small Ferrari is currently developed by the Italian engineers. These photos show the contrary of Montezemolo sayings, catching a Ferrari camouflaged by the shell of a Maserati Gran Turismo CC.The new ?baby? Ferrari will borrow the 4.7 V8 engine that will power Alfa Romeo 8C.
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The new Opel Auto ---- Agila
2007-07-12 04:31:00
With five doors and five seats, the new Opel Agila is not only as practical as its predecessor, which sold over 440,000 units, but is now also much more dynamically designed.The small, versatile Opel will be unveiled to the public at the IAA in Frankfurt (September 13 ? 23, 2007) and makes its market premiere in spring 2008. It boasts balanced proportions, soft curves and a distinctive side graphic.Its passengers still sit high and upright, but the roofline has been dynamically lowered and now blends into a smooth arc toward the rear. This helps create the Agila?s aerodynamic drag coefficient of 0.35 ? a relatively low figure for a vehicle of this size. The urban car is now 20 centimeters longer, six centimeters wider, but seven centimeters lower than its predecessor.Overview of new Agila dimensions:The front boasts typical Opel styling. With its round headlamps integrated into almond-shaped lamp units that echo the new Corsa, the Agila sees the world through wide eyes. The tapering...
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?Eventually, everything will be a hybrid? - said North American chief of To
2007-07-12 04:28:00
Jim Press, Toyota Motor Corp.?s North American chief said in a press conference that vehicles powered by gasoline-electric hybrid engines will rule all the U.S. roads as the fuel prices continue to rise.Toyota executives expect at least 175,000 hybrid Prius to be sold this year in North America .The hybrids reduce the fuel use and CO2 emissions by combining a gasoline engine, an electric motor with a battery pack and brakes that capture energy frm stopping.Press compared the Prius with ?Model T when you look back?, reffering to the first low-cost model built by FoMoCo more than 80 years ago.The average price of a gallon of gasoline in the U.S. rose 28 percent this year to $2.98, according to the American Automobile Association. This is the third straight summer that U.S. gasoline prices have topped $3.
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Honda CRX will be hybrid in 2011
2007-07-12 04:26:00
Honda has decided to make the new generation of the CRX a hybrid. Until now Honda refused to think at the idea of a new CRX, but lately it seems that the Japanese automaker is thinking seriousely at a new genration of CRX, and this time a hybrid one.The program has been pushed back from 2009 to 2011, and now the product planners decided it must be employ a hybrid drivetrain. The big questions are: Can a hybrid coupe be a really true CRX? Does this offend the CRX name?The car presented in the photos is the Honda Remix concept. It looks like the new CRX will be a mixture between the Remix and the Small Hybrid Sports Concept shown at the Geneva Salon.
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2007 M-Class ? Trailer Towing Capacity Increase
2007-07-12 04:21:00
Mercedes-Benz Canada is pleased to announce a technical running change for the MY07 M-Class family of SUVs. All M-Class vehicles are now rated with a trailer towing capacity of 7,200 lbs (3,265 kg).The increased trailer towing capacity will undoubtedly provide our customers with improved flexibility for their towing needs and clearly positions the M-Class as the segment leader for this function.Competitor Towing Capa cityM-B M-Class 7,200 lbs / 3,265 kg ? as of January ?07 production BMW X5 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg Acura MDX 5,000 lbs / 2,268 kg M-B GL-Class 7,500 lbs / 3,402 kg M-B M-Class 4,982 lbs / 2,260 kg ? July ?06 ? December ?06 production Volvo XC90 4,960 lbs / 2,250 kg Lexus RX 3,500 lbs / 1,587 kg
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Porsche reports 100,000 units of the latest 911 generation built
2007-07-12 04:19:00
Dr. Ing. h. c. F. Porsche AG of Stuttgart, Germany, is enjoying another high in the success story of its 911: a little over three years since production started in April 2004, the 100,000th vehicle in the current Eleven series (Type 997) has rolled off the production line at the company?s main plant in Zuffenhausen. Porsche has been manufacturing the 911 since 1963, but never in all that time have so many of these sports cars been produced so quickly as with the sixth generation.The ?record? Eleven, a guards red Carrera S with manual gearbox, is to be delivered to a customer in the Frankfurt/Main area within the next few days.Over the past 40 years or so, the 911 has become the quintessential sports car. From fall 2007, a total of 16 different Eleven models will leave the production line in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen alongside the newly unveiled 911 Turbo Cabriolet and the racing derivatives, the 911 GT3 Cup and the 911 GT3 RSR. By July 31, the end of the 2006/2007 fiscal year, Porsche ...
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Mustang continues to rule the convertible competition
2007-07-12 04:16:00
Ford is happy to oblige, with four Must ang convertibles in different trims plus special models like the GT California version and the limited edition Warriors in Pink model.For collectors, the 2008 Shelby GT convertible hits the streets next month in a limited edition.Along with Shelby and Ford Racing upgrades, this latest ride sports Vista Blue paint with silver stripes plus a 319 horsepower engine, 18-inch polished wheels and Hurst short-throw shifter ? just what one needs to show off at a summer cruise.Warm weather has been a part of Mustang?s allure ever since the car was introduced in April 1964. From the start, Ford?s oldest continually-produced car brand came in soft- and hard-top models.?About one of every four Mustangs sold is a convertible. They?re fun, affordable, and they represent open-air freedom,? explained Dan Geist, Mustang?s marketing manager, noting that nearly two-thirds of Mustang soft-tops are sold between March and October.Market data shows that, with the aver...
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Mercedes-Benz will launch Internet TV
2007-07-11 07:49:00
Mercedes-Benz will launch its own Internet television broadcasting service on July 12 with a live report from Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin. ?Mercedes-Benz TV? will broadcast in German and English and set new standards for online brand communication. The Internet TV service will feature a weekly news magazine hosted by Tanja Bülter, a society reporter from the RTL television network.The program will be about 20 minutes long and will offer news, facts, and background information from the world of Mercedes. Internet viewers will also be able to watch programs 24 hours a day on the service?s five Web channels for lifestyle, cars, engines & sports, history & legends, and innovation. Mercedes-Benz events at auto shows and the brand?s world premieres will be broadcast live on Mercedes-Benz TV in the future as well.?Mercedes-Benz TV opens up a new and very emotional communication channel for our customers and anyone interested in the brand,? says Dr. Olaf Goettgens, Vice President ...
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Car Care Tips
2007-07-11 07:41:00
Avoid costly repair bills by doing the little things on a regular basisIt glows, very much like a mean red eye staring you down when you get behind the wheel. Hey. Psst. You there. Change your oil. Do it now. The longer you ignore it, the brighter it gets, as if to tell you that your vehicle is warming up for a major breakdown.Let it get to that point, and you'll realize -- there's a reason it's called an idiot light. After all, the first step to successful car maintenance is simple: do it. The second is even easier: do it exactly as you're told to by technicians and in your owners manual.Simple. Easy. Yet for many people, it's an ongoing challenge, for two reasons. Admit it: you don't have the time and forget to get it done, or you're intimidated about dealing with technicians. So you put it off and create the scenario you most dread - a major repair costing thousands of dollars.Unfortunately, fear and loathing is to be expected: we've all had at least one experience with p...
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Auto Maintenance Tips
2007-07-11 06:43:00
A well maintained vehicle speaks volumes about you as an owner. More importantly, it will not desert you when you need it most. Read on for tips on specifics.Engine Oil: To prevent engine deterioration, it is imperative that the engine maintains the amount of oil it is programmed to receive. Negligence in this aspect will lead to a deteriorating engine performance, resulting in falling mileage.Fuses: Most Indian cars are made with an integrated circuitry system that use fuses. Knowledge of the system would help when you are stranded due to a blown fuse.Lights: It is important for the lights to be properly focused, for your own and for the oncoming vehicle's safety. Travel on low beam so that it does not obstruct your view instead of helping you along.Tyre Pressure: The required amount of air pressure needs to be strictly maintained if your car is to get the right mileage and pick-up.Water: If your engine uses water for cooling, take care to ensure that it is regularly changed. Wate...
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Aero-Kit ?BTR-XL? for 997 Turbo
2007-07-11 02:19:00
The new speedART aero kit typ ?BTR-XL? (Bi-Turbo Racer Extra Large) for Porsche 997 Turbo,is available.More down force and an improved aerodynamic:- complete front spoiler with additional front chin spoiler, design-fog lights and air outlet grill (carbon or PU)- rear spoiler with adjustable spoiler wing and air intakes (air ram system). Spoiler wing in carbon or painted version- side skirts- rear diffusor- 20? forged CTS wheels- sport súspension- sport brakes- 550 hp power kit- sport exhaust system with sound switch- carbon mirror boxes- sport interieur with sport steering wheel, short shifter and sport seats

Car Insurance Costs May Vary for Select SUVs
2007-07-11 02:17:00
Insurance premiums depend on several factors, including your age, sex, place of residence, and driving record; the amount and type of coverage you select; and whether you drive your vehicle primarily for business or personal purposes. This explains why one driver might pay a different premium than another for the same make of motor vehicle.But why might it cost you more to insure one sport utility vehicle (SUV) than another?In addition to the factors listed above, insurance companies also:Consider the likelihood that a particular brand of vehicle will be stolen, vandalized, or involved in an accidentTrack the costliness of repairsObtain their information by consulting various claim statisticsThe Highway Loss Data Institute, for example, indexes the amount of money insurance companies have paid out (on average) for collision, injury, and theft claims for various types of motor vehicles. Therefore, the SUV that is most attractive to thieves across the country will probably be more exp...
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Avoid Social Host Liability and Keep Drivers Safe
2007-07-11 02:12:00
Did you know that at least 50 percent of all holiday traffic fatalities are alcohol related? In fact, that is why December is designated National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month. Definitely a sobering thought if you are hosting or attending a holiday party this year!Another thought that just might have you rethinking your company's "open bar" policy is that if an employee or guest leaves your party drunk and gets into an accident, your company could be liable - even if that person may have went to another party or to a bar after leaving your party. If you don't think your company can be found liable - think again! Most states have some form of "social host" laws in place, specifically targeting employer-hosted events.Why so much focus on company hosted parties? Many courts feel that employees have a greater obligation to attend company gatherings, as opposed to social gatherings hosted by friends or family members. Kind of makes you reconsider having that "attendance ma...
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10+ Tips to Help You Save on Car Insurance
2007-07-11 02:10:00
Most people complain about the cost of their auto insurance--hardly surprising, given that a typical policy costs at least several hundred dollars a year. Depending on your age, driving record, and other factors, your annual premium can be significantly more than that. So how can you lower your premium and save yourself money?If you own a car and drive it, going without insurance is generally not an option. In most states, you are required by law to purchase a minimum amount of liability coverage. And you should probably have more than just the bare minimum if you want to provide yourself with adequate protection. There are steps you can take, however, to reduce your auto insurance costs without having to cancel your policy. Some or all of these steps may be appropriate for you, depending on your circumstances.Specific ways to save money on auto insurance:1. Shop around. One of your first steps should be to shop around. A particularly good time to investigate your alternatives is wh...
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10 Tips to Avoid Auto Accidents
2007-07-11 02:08:00
1. Avoid drinking and driving.2. Minimize distractions such as reading newspapers or talking on the cell phone when driving.3. Properly maintain vehicles. Tune up cars according to maintenance schedule, and especially take note monthly of tire condition.4. Do not encourage aggressive drivers. Let other aggressive driving behavior roll off your back, or call the police. Losing your temper could worsen the situation.5. Leave a safe distance between your cars and others. For every 10 miles per hour of speed, leave at least one car length space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.6. Maintain a constant speed. Don?t continually slow down or speed up.7. Adjust mirrors properly and check the side and rear-view mirrors every 15 seconds.8. Take defensive driving classes to improve your ability to drive and be better prepared for the unpredictable behavior of other motorists.9. Proceed with great caution through intersections. Intersections are the center of most accidents. When enteri...
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Car Safety Tips for the Holiday Shopping Season
2007-07-11 02:06:00
On your mark, credit cards set and go?to the nearest mall, because it is holiday shopping time. That's right; soon millions of consumers will be flooding the malls in search of the perfect gifts for everyone on their shopping list. But before you hop in your car and drive to the nearest mall, you may want to check out our Holiday Shopping Car Safety Tips - it just might make the difference between a happy holiday season and a disastrous one.Holiday Mall Parking LotMany things can happen to your vehicle in a mall parking lot while you are inside happily holiday shopping away. For instance, your car can get damaged by opening doors, rolling shopping carts or testy drivers trying to fit into tight parking spots. While this may seem like the price your car has to pay for trying to go to the mall during the holidays - it doesn't have to be. There are many things you can do to help keep you and your car safe while at the mall this holiday season.Popular Shopping MallsAfter work and week...
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Car Safety: Side Impact Crash Test Results
2007-07-11 02:03:00
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety , Sunday, released results of their Side Impact Crash Test . The results showed that 14 of the 16 cars tested earned a rating of "poor," the lowest of four ratings. Only the Chevrolet Cobalt and Toyota Corolla, when equipped with optional head-protecting side airbags, received ratings of "Acceptable," the second-highest rating on the Institute's four-point scale. See below for a complete list of Side Impact Crash Test results.The institute's test reproduces a severe auto crash. A barrier designed to simulate the front of a sport-utility vehicle or pick-up truck hits the side of the vehicle at 31 mph. A "poor" rating means a high chance of serious injury in a similar crash.According to the IIHS, 51 percent of driver deaths in recent model cars during 2000-01 occurred during side impact crashes, up 40 percent since 1980-81. Underscoring the importance of this research, almost 60 percent of the driver deaths in the cars struck on the driver si...
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Study Shows Cell Phone Users More Prone to Accidents
2007-07-11 01:58:00
You've dialed the wrong number if you think that it's safe to drive while chatting on your cell. A newly released study of Australian motorists found that cell phone users were four times as likely to be involved in a serious crash.First study of its kindThe study, which ran in the British Medical Journal, is the first of its type to use actual crash data and cell phone records to correlate serious vehicular accident injuries with talking on the telephone. Further, the results show that the same risks are posed whether holding a phone to your ear or talking through a hands-free devise such as a speakerphone.You'd be hard-pressed to find a similar study in the U.S. because cell phone records aren't considered public information. The new study looked at cell phone records of some 500 drivers who had accidents in Perth, where drivers cannot use hand-held phones. Researchers estimated the time of the crash and examined whether the motorist used a cell phone in the minutes leading up...
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Volkswagen developing cleaner engines
2007-07-11 01:56:00
The German automaker is developing a new range of diesel and gasoline engines designed to combine the benefits of both engines to increase the power but still having low CO2 emissions. VW is the producer of the most advanced engines on the market, but don?t worry, the developing will continue because the German automaker says is still room for improvement.Volkswagen presented recently 2 new designs that promise a higher fuel economy and lower emissions: a diesel engine that mixes fuel and air homogeneously inside the engine, the effect being the low CO2 emissions.The other engine is a petrol engine that is working using spark plugs for ignition during start-up and hard aceleration but who can also switch to sparkless compression ignition, just like a diesel engine during low load situations.The efficiency of this engine is just like a diesel powerplant but with cleaner exhaust properties.
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Future Ford plug-in hybrids in 5 to 10 years
2007-07-11 01:52:00
This is the first time Ford offered a timeline for producing plug-in hybrids. The news came from FoMoCo?s CEO, Mr. Alan Mulally who said that within 10 years we will start to see this technology in our hands.Mullaly also announced an alliance between the No. 2 American automaker and utility Southern California Edison to test 20 rechargeable electric vehicles.This alliance was made because of the relationship of the two chief executives, both being linked to Boeing Corp(according to Autonews, Mulally was Boeing?s executive vice president before joining Ford in September 2006 and Bryson is a director of Boeing).According to Ford?s CEO, the rollout of the plug-in hybrids depends on the developing of the lithium-ion batteries that will be charged by the car?s owners using regular household electrical outlets.Ford engineers and the researchers from Southern California Edison will test together in the ?real world? the 20 plug-in hybrid vehicles.Many environmental advocates see the hybrid ...
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