Monday, September 7, 2009
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Toyota Prius Faces Ban Due to US Patent Suit...
Toyota Prius Faces Ban Due to US Patent Suit
Paice claims Toyota's new Prius, hybrid Camry and two Lexus models are using technology Paice created. Back in 2005, the company won a claim against Toyota for this very infringement. That claim cost Toyota a whopping $4.3 million.
Nuclear Transport Trucks Revealed
An environmental nonprofit group has obtained pictures of the Department of Energy’s specially designed trucks that are used to transport nuclear material around the country.
Paice claims Toyota's new Prius, hybrid Camry and two Lexus models are using technology Paice created. Back in 2005, the company won a claim against Toyota for this very infringement. That claim cost Toyota a whopping $4.3 million.
Nuclear Transport Trucks Revealed
An environmental nonprofit group has obtained pictures of the Department of Energy’s specially designed trucks that are used to transport nuclear material around the country.
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Cops Save $3K / Yr with Anti-Idling Technology for Cop Cars...
Cops Save $3K / Yr with Anti-Idling Technology for Cop Cars
Police cars are often left idling because if you stop the engine, you run the risk of having all the electronics and lights drain the battery. But all this idling comes at a cost in wasted gasoline, unnecessary air pollution, and even increased theft risk.
10 Best Values in Used Cars for 2009
As the new-car industry slides deeper into misery, the used-car market is holding rock-steady. With prices on used cars being slashed across the board, 2009 is a surprisingly good year to buy.
Cash For Clunkers Created Shortage for Demolition Derbies
There's at least one group of people who are happy Cash for Clunkers is over: demolition-derby drivers. Participants in these events don't enjoy the sight of old cars going out of commission without making a pit stop at the county fairground.
Study Says Real-Time GPS Can Cut Emissions By 21%
According to a new study, cars equipped with GPS navigation systems with real-time traffic info can save American drivers a hefty four days -- and 21 percent of their cars' carbon emissions -- a year.
Police cars are often left idling because if you stop the engine, you run the risk of having all the electronics and lights drain the battery. But all this idling comes at a cost in wasted gasoline, unnecessary air pollution, and even increased theft risk.
10 Best Values in Used Cars for 2009
As the new-car industry slides deeper into misery, the used-car market is holding rock-steady. With prices on used cars being slashed across the board, 2009 is a surprisingly good year to buy.
Cash For Clunkers Created Shortage for Demolition Derbies
There's at least one group of people who are happy Cash for Clunkers is over: demolition-derby drivers. Participants in these events don't enjoy the sight of old cars going out of commission without making a pit stop at the county fairground.
Study Says Real-Time GPS Can Cut Emissions By 21%
According to a new study, cars equipped with GPS navigation systems with real-time traffic info can save American drivers a hefty four days -- and 21 percent of their cars' carbon emissions -- a year.
Friday, September 4, 2009
Ford on Track to Be #1 U.S. Carmaker ...
Ford on Track to Be #1 U.S. Carmaker
Things are looking up for the one American automaker that didn't go for a government bailout, and it's not just because of "cash-for-clunkers.
The Cars Thieves Love Most
Auto theft is down nationwide, but old Honda Accords and Civics are still being filched for their parts.
Chrysler Sales Lag Despite Cash for Clunkers
August auto sales showed a big improvement for almost all the major automakers. But beleaguered Chrysler is bringing up the rear, and the immediate future doesn't look bright
Tesla to Go Mainstream
Tesla will take advantage of millions of dollars’ worth of low-interest government loans to expand its stable beyond $100,000 sports cars. The announced goals, aimed at appealing to mainstream car buyers, starts with a $50K family sedan in 2011, followed by a mass-market car that retails for less than $30K by 2016.
New $140K Hybrid School Bus Waits Silently For Children
Within a week or two, Napa Valley Unified School District will premiere one of the first small hybrid buses in the nation, thanks to state grants aimed at curbing school bus emissions and a transportation manager's aggressive campaign to green his fleet.
Things are looking up for the one American automaker that didn't go for a government bailout, and it's not just because of "cash-for-clunkers.
The Cars Thieves Love Most
Auto theft is down nationwide, but old Honda Accords and Civics are still being filched for their parts.
Chrysler Sales Lag Despite Cash for Clunkers
August auto sales showed a big improvement for almost all the major automakers. But beleaguered Chrysler is bringing up the rear, and the immediate future doesn't look bright
Tesla to Go Mainstream
Tesla will take advantage of millions of dollars’ worth of low-interest government loans to expand its stable beyond $100,000 sports cars. The announced goals, aimed at appealing to mainstream car buyers, starts with a $50K family sedan in 2011, followed by a mass-market car that retails for less than $30K by 2016.
New $140K Hybrid School Bus Waits Silently For Children
Within a week or two, Napa Valley Unified School District will premiere one of the first small hybrid buses in the nation, thanks to state grants aimed at curbing school bus emissions and a transportation manager's aggressive campaign to green his fleet.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Electrifying Highways to Free Electric Cars from Batteries?...
Electrifying Highways to Free Electric Cars from Batteries?
A look at ongoing efforts to develop next-generation car technology, including "driverless" models.
The Supersonic Car That Could Break 1000 MPH
A series of recent rocket tests marked another step in the development of the 1000 mph car. The British team Bloodhound Supersonic Car is comprised of legendary racers who hold impressive land speed records: We met with them recently to learn about the Bloodhound project and the challenges that lie on the road to 1000 mph.
The Hijack-Proof Truck
Two entrepreneurs have hit anti-terrorism pay dirt with a tiny black box that shuts down vehicles at the first sign of trouble....
A look at ongoing efforts to develop next-generation car technology, including "driverless" models.
The Supersonic Car That Could Break 1000 MPH
A series of recent rocket tests marked another step in the development of the 1000 mph car. The British team Bloodhound Supersonic Car is comprised of legendary racers who hold impressive land speed records: We met with them recently to learn about the Bloodhound project and the challenges that lie on the road to 1000 mph.
The Hijack-Proof Truck
Two entrepreneurs have hit anti-terrorism pay dirt with a tiny black box that shuts down vehicles at the first sign of trouble....
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
10 of the Baddest Cars Ever to Appear on Film & TV...
10 of the Baddest Cars Ever to Appear on Film & TV
#6 - 1970 Chevrolet Nova from ‘Death Proof’ – “It's better than safe. It's death proof.” –Stuntman Mike...
#6 - 1970 Chevrolet Nova from ‘Death Proof’ – “It's better than safe. It's death proof.” –Stuntman Mike...
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Dutch teen develops pedal-powered plane to hit the skies...
Dutch teen develops pedal-powered plane to hit the skies
19 year old boy develops pedal-powered plane to conquer the skies.
BMW Vision EfficientDynamics, Scorching Hybrid For A Perfect
Hyundai to Release $60,000 Luxury Sedan
Hyundai is getting ready to roll out a luxurious sedan, dubbed Equus, which will target some of the toughest -- and highest-priced -- competitors in the automotive market, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi and Lexus.
19 year old boy develops pedal-powered plane to conquer the skies.
BMW Vision EfficientDynamics, Scorching Hybrid For A Perfect
Hyundai to Release $60,000 Luxury Sedan
Hyundai is getting ready to roll out a luxurious sedan, dubbed Equus, which will target some of the toughest -- and highest-priced -- competitors in the automotive market, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi and Lexus.
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