Hybrid Highlights at International Auto Show
November 21, 2010 by admin
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A slew of new hybrid car models are shown off at the international auto show.
Virtual Tour of the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid at Razzari Auto Centers in Merced, CA.
November 18, 2010 by admin
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Take a tour of the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid car! You will see all the great features this Hybrid has to offer, such as the Ford SYNC system and the SmartGauge system. If you have questions or want to see it in person, feel free to check out www.razzari.com or www.facebook.com/razzariautocenters.
Custom Rides, Performance Products and Mobile Electronics Highlight LA Auto Show’s Kentia Hall
November 13, 2010 by admin
Filed under Electric Cars
Vancouver cyclist hurt after colliding with solar-powered car
International event to showcase renewable energy vehicles
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Hyundai: We can crack the 50-m.p.g. barrier
Hyundai has two new models coming to showrooms soon that will get 40 m.p.g. – the 2011 Sonata hybrid and the 2011 Elantra
Read more on Detroit Free Press
Local trio gets troops what they need
By Nancy Huddleston, Editor How do you get a customized golf cart from Savage to Afghanistan to help wounded soldiers? With a lot of know-how, which in this case is being supplied by J.B. Ball, Gaby Accad and Jennifer Gouette. read more
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Car kills lights for 545 APCO customers
BRUSHFORK — An early morning wreck on the Brushfork-Falls Mills Road, knocked out power to 545 Appalachian Power Customers in the area on Friday, and sent one person to the hospital.
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Custom Rides, Performance Products and Mobile Electronics Highlight LA Auto Show’s Kentia Hall
The LA Auto Show has an entire hall dedicated to the automotive aftermarket and specialty vehicle industries. Â Kentia Hall features a jaw-dropping array of products ranging from limited production cars to customized exotics and the latest in mobile electronics and accessories. Â
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Mitsubishi Motors North American Version of i-MiEV to Make World Premiere at the LA Auto Show
November 12, 2010 by admin
Filed under Electric Cars
Hydrogen-powered car drives into Fleetwood
New technology drove into the classroom at Fleetwood Area High School on Thursday.
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PUBLIC SAFETY LOG
12 Nov 2010 – Bucks County Courier Times
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Future Mobility
Acknowledging the assembled media, Michael Albano takes off his hat and gets behind the wheel of the new baby from General Motors. He has volunteered to drive the Chevrolet Volt because his audience wants him to show how this new Chevy runs on electricity. Over lunch that day GM’s director for communications had told reporters the car could run even on depleted battery.
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50-car Steilacoom II cost ferries millions of dollars
After abruptly pulling the antiquated Steel Electric ferries from service nearly three years ago, Washington State Ferries has spent millions of dollars to keep a vehicle ferry running out of Keystone Harbor on Central Whidbey, with more money due to be spent.
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Mitsubishi Motors North American Version of i-MiEV to Make World Premiere at the LA Auto Show
TOKYO – November 9, 2010: Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will give the world premiere of the North American version of its i-MiEV new-generation electric vehicle at the LA AUTO SHOW (LAAS) held at the Los Angeles Convention Centre from Wednesday, November 17 to Sunday November 28 (open to the general public from Friday, November 19). In addition, the Outlander Sport compact CUV (RVR in …
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Caloundra Auto Electrical- Helping You Fix Vehicles in No Time
November 6, 2010 by admin
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The words “auto electrical repair” refers to the complete array of recuperative and safeguarding process performed on a vehicle’s electrical structure. This is the structure that is accountable with other things such as the car’s automatic starting, the car’s lighting system, the car’s audio systems, and a lot more. If the definite components or systems that cause vehicle troubles are addressed early on, such electrical revamps will be trouble-free and quite manageable.
However, the real nuisance takes place when the defective components or parts are difficult to pinpoint. That is why when you are experiencing any vehicle malfunction, it is always advisable to call for Caloundra auto electrical services as they provide high-quality car repair services so you will not worry anymore. Caloundra auto electrical has services that are intended for auto electrical repair. Caloundra auto electricians are highly-qualified and are competent to solve any problems regarding auto repairs.
However, if you still wish to fix the vehicle yourself, you have to be knowledgeable about the different yet obvious components of auto electrical repair. When performing auto electrical patch up, the primary vehicle factor that you need to be aware of is the battery of the car. Although the battery merely amasses 12 volts, it is the electrical basis of the whole motor vehicle. You will not be able to set up your tank engine devoid of the battery. Additionally, the auto battery assists in operating the entire electrical accessories mounted on your vehicle. An auto battery ought to end 3-5 years in standard climates. Severely hot or cold types of weather, on the other hand, will decrease this to only 2-3 years. There are battery-charged indicators as well that will let you identify immediately the problem.
The most common ground for auto electrical faults is the ‘short circuit.’ This is characteristically caused by the clash in the electric wiring structure. But if you are not a skilled auto electrician, or you don’t have a professional background in this matter, you are advised to ask the help of professional auto electricians from Caloudra. Caloundra auto electrical services can help you identify the car problem in quickly and will lend a hand in making your auto mobile function in no time.
You must also know that there are also electrical slipups in cars that are caused by devices in the cars, such as the audio and video systems, which guzzle extra power. You can ask assistance from any Caloundra auto electrical expert so you would know the things that should be done in order to fix these kinds of vehicle problems easily.
The service charge of Caloundra auto electrical in repairing electrical faults in cars varies significantly. You can have your car’s electrical problems fixed fast for only a small amount of money. Caloudra auto electrical services only employ the best people for the job. They will help you repair your car problems in just a short period of time. These people are highly qualified for they have certifications and experiences in automobile wiring, fixing and repairing.
Caloundra auto electricians are highly-qualified and are competent to solve any problems regarding auto repairs. Check it out: Caloundra auto electrical
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid shown off at NY Auto Show
November 2, 2010 by admin
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The Hybrid-Drive system of the Sonata was shown off at the NY Auto Show. On the exterior it has a unique front end treatment and should post MPG #’s into the 50′s if not higher.
Sunshine Coast Auto Electrics – Searching For the Best One
October 26, 2010 by admin
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Anyone can transform an electrical component. On the other hand, not all automotive service technicians can make sure that they can repair and overhaul an electrical circuit on a vehicle with the intention of learning in an instant the cause of any car breakdown. There are only a few automotive service professionals or truck service professionals that make use of more convenient, useful and handy training in automotive electrical patch up, truck electrical revamp or more auto or truck electronics repairing training. Luckily, these few are found in Sunshine Coast Auto Electrics agencies.
There are a lot of Sunshine Coast Auto Electrics agencies which employs excellent auto electricians who can examine, maintain, and classify car breakdowns, faults and problems and carry out repairs to electrical wiring and electrical and electronic systems in motor vehicles and all other related machines like marine and mining equipments. The auto electricians from all Sunshine Coast Auto Electrics are expert in vehicle electrical systems, electronic systems troubleshooting and repair. Automotive electricians from Sunshine Coast are also well-equipped with electrical apparatus like light structures or starter motors, or electrically run supplies and accessories in vehicles such as air conditioners, radios and anti-theft systems in order to fully make your vehicle run smoothly and safely.
Consequently, with the purpose of patching up and putting in electrical and electronic equipment, you have to look for auto electricians who are capable of and are equipped with comprehensive information on how to fix electric wiring structures correctly.
Fortunately, the Caloundra Auto Electrical & Bearing Agency in Sunshine Coast has a top-caliber list of automotive electricians who perform best and accomplish performances with inventiveness. All Caloundra auto electricians are devoted to their work and contribute their bursting liveliness and attentiveness to meaningful repair and storage of magnificence and usefulness of your automobile.
All Caloundra Auto Electrical & Bearing Agency in Sunshine Coast have outstanding client service expertise. They have a deep knowledge of electrical wirings and all things for that matter. All Caloundra auto electricians contain an across-the-board expertise regarding electrical and electronic structures and systems. They make proud of their prearranged and systematic approach in solving vehicle problems.
So, if you in the hunt for Sunshine Coast auto electrics, Caloundra Auto Electrical & Bearing Agency is what you are looking for. All employees here are confident with their skills. Caloundra Auto Electrical Work provides auto electricians who can grip each equipment or paraphernalia that he makes use of.
The best Sunshine Coast auto electrics services can only be found in Caloundra Auto Electrical & Bearing Agency. All people here are well-equipped with knowledge in all electrical matters, issues and details. Caloundra auto electrical work has provided its auto electricians with methodical understanding of braking systems, climate control systems, steering and suspension, engine repair, engine performance, differentials, manual transmissions, automatic transmissions, on-board diagnostics, four wheel drive systems, multiplexed communication networks, navigation systems, anti-lock brake systems and more.
Visit the Sunshine Coast auto electrics website and discover a whole lot of reliable and handy information and resources to help you set aside money, build knowledgeable repair choices, be trained on how to do your own repairs, and get the most from your own automobile.
Could union ownership reshape auto?
October 26, 2010 by admin
Filed under Hybrid Cars
More at therealnews.com Wolff Pt.3: Unions should convert their position as owners into active participation in making decisions
Senator Carl Levin Agrees with The Auto Channel’s Call for Mandated End to Gasoline
October 19, 2010 by admin
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The great transition: Beyond carbon
If there is one thing that defines the 21st century, it is the end of oil. But not just oil. Over the coming decades, we face the prospect of terminal depletion of the world’s major mineral energy reserves, with major ramifications for the future of industrial civilization.
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Carbon tax bad for airlines: Qantas
AUSTRALIA should not go it alone on a carbon tax that will negatively affect airlines and instead invest in sustainable fuels, says Qantas executive Alan Joyce.
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STIMULUS TRACKER: Green jobs are growing
For four decades, David Slikkers’ family business relied upon a specialty craft that in Michigan dates back more than 150 years — ship building.
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Spartan Stores Announces Fiscal 2011 Second-Quarter Financial Results
Spartan Stores, Inc., (Nasdaq:SPTN) today reported financial results for its 12-week second quarter ended September 11, 2010. Consolidated net sales for the 12-week second quarter were $602.1 million compared with $610.2 million in the same period last year.
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Senator Carl Levin Agrees with The Auto Channel’s Call for Mandated End to Gasoline
DETROIT – October 13, 2010: Speaking at the Business of Plugging In conference in Detroit today, U.S. Senator Carl Levin (Michigan) echoed many of the same proposals put forth more than two years ago by The Auto Channel in their white paper position “No New Gasoline Powered Vehicles….”
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GM Detroit 2009 Auto Show Intros
October 16, 2010 by admin
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General Motors opened the North American International Auto Show with an indoor road rally of 17 new and upcoming cars and crossovers including four global premieres in order to demonstrate the companys viability as evidenced by its vehicles design, fuel efficiency and advanced technology. In addition to the four world premieres the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, 2010 Cadillac SRX, 2010 Buick LaCrosse and Cadillac Converj concept Chevrolet announced it will produce and bring to the US the highly fuel-efficient Spark four-door mini car and seven-seat Orlando multi-purpose vehicle. The production version of the Spark will be unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show in March. Sales of Spark will begin in early 2010 in Europe, followed by other global regions. Originally seen as the Chevrolet Beat concept, the car drew nearly 2 million consumer votes asking GM to build it. Spark will hit US showrooms in 2011.