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All-in for Autonomous Autos?
2011-10-27 14:29:00 Driverless, robotic cars are no longer the future. They're here. Even Google's autonomous Toyotas have logged more miles than most consumers put on their vehicles before trade-in, and in city and mountain drives. Are you excited about the prospects, the potential to reduce car accidents? Or, will th
"Black Boxes" on Autos
2011-01-16 20:25:00 there is a movement towards putting "black boxes" on every new auto manufactured world-wide. and possibly in the near future. it is my understanding that the auto companies have been installing them on certain autos since the mid 1990s. these boxes will be able to record over 80 stastist
Optimus Prime hecho con autos y motocicletas recicladas
2010-07-19 05:45:00 Este Optimus Prime de casi 12 metros de alto ha sido hecho con partes de autos y motocicletas recicladas, y fue presentado en una exhibición de materiales reciclados en Beijing, China. Los chinos se tomaron en serio eso de transformar autos en robots. Fuente: Metro.co.uk Este es un post de ILMAISTRO.COM, Blog de Tecnologia. Suscribirse via RSS. Sígueme ...Este es un post de ILMAISTRO.COM, Blog de Tecnologia. Suscribirse via RSS. Sígueme en Twitter.Optimus Prime hecho con autos y motocicletas recicladas
By: il maistro
This Week In Autos, 5/28
2010-05-29 01:42:00 Just two quick pieces of news before the holiday break....
This Week in Autos, 5/21
2010-05-22 00:48:00 Here's five quick tidbits on what went on this week.Also, please check back on Monday for my thoughts on the 2010 Hyundai Tucson....
Air Powered Car
2010-05-19 10:27:00 With Thanks from Abdul Hameed Effectively, the fuel is electrical power for air compression, which can be made in nuclear power plants. It really does seem like the solution for city...
By: Light Within
This Week in Autos, April 30
2010-04-30 23:29:00 The weather is improving, so you know what that means: Higher gas prices are likely on the way. Well, in the meantime, enjoy a few news nuggets.Also, there was no car of the week this week since a scheduling change meant I wasn't testing any new product this week. I will be next week, though, so please check back then....
This Week in Autos, 3/26
2010-03-26 22:18:00 Here's what's happening this week:In advance of next week's New York Auto Show, Hyundai unleashed this teaser shot of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid today.Speaking of New York, we expect the unveils to include a couple of new Scions, the Nissan Juke crossover, a Kia Optima replacement, a Jeep SUV, the American version of the Hyundai Equus, and more.Finally, the Toyota discussion continues. Check out this piece in the Chicago Tribune.That's all I got. Enjoy the weekend....
This Week In Autos, 3/19
2010-03-19 22:41:00 The big news this week was the continuing fallout from the unintended acceleration incident involving a Toyota Prius in San Diego (which may or may not be a hoax), there was some news on the local front, as Ford unveiled the 2011 Ford Police Interceptor.Otherwise, it was a bit of a slow week on the news front. Enjoy your weekend. Let's hope it doesn't snow too much on the first weekend of spring....
This Week in Autos, Chicago Auto Show Edition
2010-02-13 01:50:00 It's been all Chicago Auto Show, all the time this week, and since the automotive world is focused on Chicago this week, here are a few links back to coverage from earlier this week.For a review of the model intros that took place on the first press day, click here.For some candid shots from the show floor, click here.For a look at a special Chevrolet Camaro that will be given away at the show, click here.See you next week. Enjoy the show....
This Week in Autos, 2/5
2010-02-06 00:40:00 Here's a recap of what went on in autoland this week.Just like the week before, Toyota dominated the news with its recall issues. A fix is on the way for sticking gas pedals, but a software issue has been plaguing the braking systems in Prius hybrids. Expect this story to stick around a while.Speaking of Toyota, the company brought it's Lexus LFA super car to town this week. Check it out here.Finally, Nissan and Infiniti will have a presence at this month's Chicago Auto Show.Have a good weekend....
This Week in Autos, 1/29
2010-01-29 23:20:00 Here's the news from autoland this week, as the first month of 2010 draws to a close.As one might expect, Toyota has dominated the news this week, thanks to its problems with ongoing recalls. Not only has the company been dealing with a recall involving floormats, but it also has been dealing with a recall involving sticking accelerator pedals. Indeed, the company has had to stop production of eight different models while a fix for the accelerator pedal issue is found.Toyota's troubles have caused its competitors--most notably GM, Ford, and Hyundai--to pounce by offering sales incentives that could lure buyers away from Toyota.Honda has had its own problems this week--more than half a million small cars were recalled globally due...
This Week in Autos--1/22/2010
2010-01-22 23:44:00 The public days of the 2010 North American International Auto Show were in full swing this week, but that doesn't mean there hasn't been other news in autoland.Toyota recalled 2.3 million vehicles yesterday due to a faulty component in the accelerator pedals. The component controls the accelerator pedal's ability to return to idle after the pedal is pushed to the floor.A fire broke out at the Audi display at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit this week. No one was hurt, and the show reopened later that same day.Those were the big buzz generators this week. Have a good weekend.[Source: Automotive News, Detroit Free Press]...
This Week in Autos--01/08/2010
2010-01-08 23:36:00 The first week of the year has started out a bit quietly, but more and more news is being made as we get closer to next week's North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Press days start Monday, and yes, I will be there. There's also been some news coming out of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Here's what's happening this week.Ford has introduced a new multimedia suite called MyFord, which while be a newer version of the company's popular Sync multimedia system. It will offer new features and a different driver interface. Oh, and Ford says, simpler voice commands.Speaking of multimedia, Kia now has a Sync-like system of its own. Indeed, like Sync, it was co-developed with...
This Week/Year/Decade in Autos
2009-12-30 23:40:00 With the end of the decade approaching, it's time to take a quick look back. There wasn't a lot of news in the industry this week, with the holidays and preparation for next month's Detroit Auto Show likely occupying most manufacturer's time. But there has been some news this week: Saab may not be dead: General Motors has resumed production and will likely extend the deadline to complete a sale of the brand by a week or two. Saab's survival still isn't guaranteed, but signs are pointing upward, at least for now. GM made the other big news of the week, as deep discounts abound on the remaining Saturn and Pontiac models that still exist on dealer lots. Want a Saturn...
This Week in Autos, 12/21
2009-12-24 02:47:00 There's been a lack of posting on my part over the past two days thanks to a slow news week in the auto industry and a cranky laptop, but before you get too deep into your holiday eggnog, let me leave you with a quick recap of the two biggest stories of this short business week: Saab may not be dead after all. Spyker, the sports-car manufacturer that has been interested in buying Saab from GM, is trying to complete a deal that appeared dead last Friday. Other parties may be interested in Saab as well, if Spyker can't make the deal work. Stay tuned--Saab's fate will be known one way or the other by the end of the year,...
Flashback: Autos by Architects
2009-02-16 16:15:00 However many architects actually did cross disciplinary lines to draft up automobiles, John Pashdag focuses on four of the better-known architects who did - Buckminster Fuller, Le Corbusier, Walter Gropius and Frank Lloyd Wright - for his article in SIA #39, March-April 1977. And never let it
Se aplicará Ley Antiterrorista a jóvenes que querían atacar autos en La Ara
2008-10-30 20:00:00 Se aplicará Ley Antiterrorista a jóvenes que querían atacar autos en La Araucanía. Los jóvenes uno menor de edad, y el otro de 22 años (Félix Delgado Ahumada) fueron aprendidos con material para hacer molotovs tras intentar impactar con una a un furgón de Carabineros. Recordemos que en su minuto Michelle Bachelet dijo que en ...
By: La Página
Antique cars parade / Caravana de autos antiguos / Caravana de carros antig
2008-10-16 02:51:00 Where / Dónde / Onde / Oú: Nicaragua & GurruchagaWhen / Cuándo / Quando / Quand: Saturday / Sábado / Samedi 18, 2:30 PMFree / Gratis / Grátis / GratuitFirst trilingual blog about the trendiest shops, restaurants, hotels & places of Palermo Viejo, Buenos Aires. Get special offers & fresh finds. Trendy Palermo Viejo: because trends happen too fast for print.
Horse Power: Sports Cars and Exotic Autos in Saratoga
2008-08-13 07:01:00 For the past few years, Hemmings Sports and Exotic Day took place at Lime Rock Park on Memorial Day weekend, the same weekend as Musclepalooza. Sure, there probably isn't a lot of crossover between the people who attend each event, but it did force me to pick the latter over the former each ye
Which autos are made for world wide distribution?
2008-07-29 17:48:00 I am considering buying a car or small SUV here in America and taking it to my home in Spain. How do I go about finding out which models are made for world wide distribution?
Smart tendrá autos eléctricos el 2010
2008-06-24 22:28:00 Aún recuerdo la primera vez que vi un smart, un pequeño citycar que tiene una muy buena acogida en Europa, y que es fabricado por Daimler (relacionado con Mercedes Benz). Estos vehículos son ahora “comunes” en el viejo continente, mientras que su adopción en América ha sido algo más lenta, pero eso podría cambiar con ...
By: TecnoSquad
Sistema de cancelación de ruidos para los autos
2008-06-24 09:02:00 Toyota quiere incorporar en todos sus vehículos un sistema de cancelación de ruidos, basado en el mismo funcionamiento de los manos libres de los teléfonos móviles. Cómo funcionaría? Se dispondrían micrófonos en el habitáculo, que obtendrían el sonido que llega del motor, para luego enviar por los altavoces ondas que cancelan o al menos reduzcan el ...
By: TecnoSquad
NISSAN Tiida in China Circuit Championship Round 3
2008-06-10 09:12:00 June 8, Beijing Golden Port Circuit Round 3 of the ?China Circuit Championship? or ?CCC? took place at Beijing?s Golden Port Circuit (1 lap, 2.39kms), continuing the closely-fought battle from the last round in the series. The winner in the 1,600 class was a NISSAN Tiida, run by the DongFeng NISSAN Ghia Team, driver #4Lin ...
By: Product Reviews
Ashley Force?s Mustang Funny Car reaches semifinal at NHRA race
2008-06-09 18:21:00 Ashley Force, driver of the Castrol GTX Mustang, made it to the third round of the NHRA race in Joliet, Ill., before losing to Tony Pedregon. She remains second in the standings, now just 57 points behind leader Tim Wilkerson. Read the press release below. DEARBORN, Mich., June 8, 2008 ? Ashley Force’s Mustang Funny Car ...
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Nissan to Showcase X-TRAIL Diesel Prototype at 2008 G8 Summit
2008-06-09 12:40:00 Clean diesel technology is something that we must have if we want to help the environment and its great to see auto brands embracing this technology, today we are hearing that Nissan is to Showcase the new X-TRAIL Diesel Prototype at 2008 G8 Summit and you can read the full details in the press release ...
By: Product Reviews
Autos locos reales
2008-06-06 23:12:00 Te acuerdas de Los Autos Locos, esos dibujos animados de hace algunos años. Que recuerdos esas carreras con estos personajes tan dispares.... Me pasaba el dÃa esperando a que los dieran. Pues ahora unos chicos fanáticos a estos dibujos han hecho las réplicas de cada uno de los autos. Ver para creer.
By: LA PLASTA
Renault, Nissan New Plant in India: 400,000 Passenger Vehicles Annually
2008-06-06 12:19:00 It looks like Renault Nissan Automotive in India will be pumping out a lot more vehicles as they have started the ground breaking ceremony of their new plant. Read the full details in the press release below. CHENNAI (June 6, 2008) ? Renault Nissan Automotive India Private Limited (RNAIPL) today hosted the ground-breaking ceremony for its ...
By: Product Reviews
Chrysler Jeep Renegade Concept looks like Halo 3 Chief Spartans Vehicle, do
2008-06-04 08:48:00 Chrysler has a fair few concept cars and this one is apparently the third release in the way of final sketches, below we have a few images for you to look at. Before I go into the car itself, does anyone think that the Jeep Renegade Concept looks like Chief Spartans car from Halo 3 ...
By: Product Reviews
Is the Scion Hako Coupe concept car good looking or ugly debate?
2008-06-04 08:18:00 There are many hot opinions floating around at the moment about the Scion Hako concept car and must say I am going to squash those who thinks it is ugly, come on people you have got to be on another planet because this car is class. Ok I need not bang on about the Scion ...
By: Product Reviews
Basic Car Loans
2008-05-31 18:28:00 My wife and I have been thinking about selling our cars for more fuel-efficient alternatives. That’s something I’ve been struggling with because I like have the warranty my car has, but it’s worth more than what we can sell my wife’s car for. Ugh. The good thing is that even if selling it for less has ...
La opinión de Renault-Nissan sobre los autos que se vienen
2008-05-31 02:12:00 El presidente del grupo Renault-Nissan, Carlos Ghosn, opinó que el sector automovilístico deberá adaptarse a un petróleo caro y a la inquietud en materia ambiental con ?rupturas tecnológicas? para atender el desarrollo del transporte individual. ? ... Link: Coches Adictos Tags: presidente, grupo, Renault-Nissan,, Carlos, Ghosn,, opinó, sector, automovilístico, deberá, adaptarse, petróleo, caro, inquietud, materia, ambiental, ?rupturas, ...
By: Bits de autos
schnelle autos heißen ERA
2008-05-30 21:09:00 und mutige fahrer fahren sie.....aber sehen sie selbst
Quiet Hybrid Cars Could Pose Greater Risks For Pedestrians
2008-05-28 18:57:00 Hybrid cars are so quiet when operating only with their electric motors that they may pose a risk to the blind and some other pedestrians, research by a University of California, Riverside psychologist suggests. In some contexts, pedestrians may have only one second to audibly detect the location of approaching hybrid cars when the vehicles operate ...
Controversial Jaguar TV campaign to Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Drifting
2008-05-22 11:23:00 Do you remember a few years back when the new Jaguar XK came out, the company launched an ad campaign which critics had to question. The message in the ad was subtle, where is showed that older men were able to have fun with ladies of a younger age. Well it seems as if Lamborghini ...
By: Product Reviews
Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano catches fire: from supercar to hotrod
2008-05-19 09:25:00 When we think of Ferrari we think of supercars that has that certain sex appeal, no one makes a fast car quite like the Italians. However it seems as if the prancing horse has a little issue with catching fire, the car this time was a Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano which self-ignited when it came ...
By: Product Reviews
One Tree Hill guest star Kate Voegele becomes Ford?s voice for road safety
2008-05-16 20:49:00 Kate Voegele has been a guest star of TV’s One Tree Hill, and she is also a recording artist for Interscope Records, but now she is undertaking a much more important role, as the voice for Ford?s teen road safety message. In Illinois the teen fatalities dropped a massive 61 percent in 2008, this was ...
By: Product Reviews
Li-Ion Batteries helps extend range of Chevrolet Volt to 40 miles
2008-05-16 11:31:00 General Motors have been working hard on their lithium-ion battery technology, and the automaker are making great progress as they have now managed to achieve a range of 40 miles on their Chevrolet Volt test vehicle, this is a great achievement and will help the company in their effort to getting the production vehicle made ...
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Ford Recall F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks: faulty power brake ass
2008-05-15 17:43:00 Today we are hearing that there is a Ford Recall for F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks, the Ford Motor Company has recalled these trucks because of a faulty power brake assist hose that has caused no injuries but did cause 11 minor accidents. The company reported they would recall more than 650,000 vehicles ...
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Jaguar XF AJ 21 has official details from Arden the Jag-specialists
2008-05-14 09:49:00 The Jaguar XF AJ 21 will become the automakers flagship vehicle; many of us have been getting exited to know just what this cat has to offer. Details of these cars have been very scarce however; Arden the Jag-specialists have decided to give us the official details of this much anticipated car. This sedan is ...
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How To Very Easily Remove Dents From Your Car (Video)
2008-05-14 06:57:00 Only 2 things are required: a hair dryer and a bottle of air duster, which sprays liquid carbon dioxide to clean camera equipment, computers and so on. One of the commenter at YouTube pointed out that the dent should preferably have an uniform crease all around it. Tags: How, To, Very, Easily, Remove, Dents, From, Your, Car, dented, ...
En 2011, habrán autos de sólo u$s 2.500
2008-05-14 02:15:00 La alianza Renault-Nissan lanzó junto al grupo indio Bajaj un proyecto para construir coches con un módico precio, que apuntan a conquistar a un mercado emergente ideal para los novedosos autos de bajo costo. Entre los tres, crearán una coempresa de ... Link: Coches Adictos Tags: alianza, Renault-Nissan, lanzó, junto, grupo, indio, Bajaj, proyecto, para, construir, coches, módico, ...
By: Bits de autos
Land Rover Defender Limo: 6×4 Puma Concept not just for prom
2008-05-13 09:40:00 The guys from Sime Darby?s Land Rover which is based in Malaysia has decided to show of their limo version of their Land Rover Defender. Get one thing straight though, this 6X4 Puma concept is not designed to take a bunch of teens to their prom, it has been getting a lot of interest from ...
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En 2011, habrán autos de sólo u$s 2.500
2008-05-13 02:17:00 La alianza Renault-Nissan lanzó junto al grupo indio Bajaj un proyecto para construir coches con un módico precio, que apuntan a conquistar a un mercado emergente ideal para los novedosos autos de bajo costo. Entre los tres, crearán una coempresa de ... Link: Coches Adictos Tags: alianza, Renault-Nissan, lanzó, junto, grupo, indio, Bajaj, proyecto, para, construir, coches, módico, ...
By: Bits de autos
Road Test: 2009 Nissan GT-R - MSN Autos
2008-05-12 18:18:00 Link to a road test review on the amazing new Nissan GT-R from MSN Autos!Road Test: 2009 Nissan GT-R - MSN Autos
By: Car Test Ride
Hydrogen Cars 40 Year Wait: President Bush and Arnold Schwarzenegger?s view
2008-05-12 09:52:00 Both Arnold Schwarzenegger and President George W. Bush have something in common with some of the biggest automakers, they feel that the future is with hydrogen-powered fuel cell technology, as this kind of fuel produces zero emissions. However; with all things there is always a downside to something that looks to benefit and that is ...
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9ff GT9 Based on the Porsche 911 GT3 hits (409 km/h) 253 mph
2008-05-12 09:19:00 As you know when it comes to fast cars Porsche is one of the best machines on the road, but when it comes to über-fast supercars the German automaker has not had anything to handle the onslaught from others like the Bugatti Veyron and the Koenigsegg CCX as well as the new supercar king the ...
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Pontiac Autos Powered by Original Pontiac Parts By Anthony Fontanelle
2008-05-12 01:06:00 Pontiac has been in the automotive industry for 82 years already and still on the top of its production. This auto brand is part of the General Motors family. It is known in the production of mid-level sedans, vans and SUV’s. Marking its 82nd year in the industry this year, Pontiac’s front liner cars include the G6, Solstice, Torrent, G5, Grand Prix, Vibe and the G8. Because Pontiac markets its products to young clients, they make sure that the vehicles and the corresponding Pontiac parts are high-end and will satisfy the demands of their clients. Because most clients are very much into the youthful experience, the company pursues its commitment in engineering automobiles that will make use of its essence as well as will give way for other possibilities. This is the reason why Pontiac offers innovative yet open for customization Pontiac parts. The expertise of Pontiac in car making gave also reveals in the quality of its auto parts.In 1964, Pontiac created a car with a V8 389 in³ en...
Brasil: se dispara venta de autos
2008-05-11 02:15:00 La industria automotriz de ese país está de parabienes: en abril pasado, la producción fue de 300.600 unidades y la venta, de 261.200. Si comparamos con igual mes del año anterior, el primer indicador registró un incremento del 34,4% y el segundo su ... Link: Coches Adictos Tags: industria, automotriz, país, está, parabienes:, abril, pasado,, producción, 300.600, unidades, ...
By: Bits de autos
Brasil: se dispara venta de autos
2008-05-10 02:14:00 La industria automotriz de ese país está de parabienes: en abril pasado, la producción fue de 300.600 unidades y la venta, de 261.200. Si comparamos con igual mes del año anterior, el primer indicador registró un incremento del 34,4% y el segundo su ... Link: Coches Adictos Tags: industria, automotriz, país, está, parabienes:, abril, pasado,, producción, 300.600, unidades, ...
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