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Natural Engineering
Growing pressure to reduce global carbon-dioxide emissions is good news for hemp farms in France and rock quarries in central Europe.
By William Diem • May 1, 2007 -
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Mix-up Leads to Customer’s Arrest on Auto Theft Charges
An Oakland, CA, dealership's apparent mistake led to a customer being arrested on auto theft charges.
May 1, 2007 -
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Automakers are evaluating their long-term strategies, revisiting their product mix, and approach to both retail and manufacturing approach along the way.
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New xB, xD Improve Scion Breed
Both Scion models are better than their predecessors, thanks in part to their larger engines. But prices are up and fuel economy suffers.
By Christie Schweinsberg • May 1, 2007 -
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Is There an Engineer in the House?
The U.S. not only needs better math and science education in public schools, it needs it in Congress and the White House.
By Drew Winter • May 1, 2007 -
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VW Launches New TSI Engine, 7-Speed DSG
The entry-level direct-gasoline injection TSI 4-cyl. relies solely on turbocharging and is mated to an all-new 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
By Mike Sutton • April 30, 2007 -
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Mitsubishi Rolls Dice With EVs
With limited advanced-powertrain development resources, Mitsubishi plans to distinguish itself by leading in electric-vehicle development
By Roger Schreffler • April 30, 2007 -
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FEV Advances With Variable Compression Ratio Gas Engine
The variable compression ratio engine uses flex-fuel operation, along with turbocharging and direct injection, to counter the fuel economy drawbacks of E85.
By Mike Sutton • April 25, 2007 -
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Honda Plans for Clean Diesels, Affordable FCVs
Honda’s near- and long-term powertrain strategies rely on clean-diesel and fuel-cell vehicles.
By Roger Schreffler • April 25, 2007 -
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State of Trucking 2006: Managing the Challenges
A fall slowdown in freight tonnage coupled a driver shortage, high fuel prices and a temporary oversupply of truck capacity to make 2006 a tougher year for the U.S. freight-hauling industry.
By Sean Kilcarr • April 24, 2007 -
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Toyota Wants Improvement for IC Engines, Hybrids for Lexus
Toyota has ambitious drivetrain plans calling for across-the-board economy and emissions improvements.
By Roger Schreffler • April 24, 2007 -
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Gas Engines to Remain Relevant
Alternative fuels and technological advancements will allow gasoline engines to remain viable powertrains for at least another 20 years, a panel of experts says.
By Mike Sutton • April 20, 2007 -
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Diversity Key to Future Powertrain Development
A variety of drivetrains will be needed to meet more stringent fuel economy and emissions standards of the future, says expert panel.
By Mike Sutton • April 18, 2007 -
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MP3 Proliferation Spells End of CD Players by 2015
Apple’s iPhone will be the next breakthrough innovation for auto interiors, says a Siemens VDO executive.
By Eric Mayne • April 17, 2007 -
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Gold Key Ingredient in New Diesel Catalyst Tech
Nanostellar says its NS Gold technology, aimed at light- and heavy-duty diesel engines, can cut noxious emissions 15%-20% from the levels achieved with platinum/palladium catalysts.
By David E. Zoia • April 17, 2007 -
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Behr Pitches No-Idle Air Conditioning
The supplier’s system, designed to reduce diesel emissions by cooling the cabin when the engine is off, will appear on a heavy-duty truck in the U.S. this year.
By Tom Murphy • April 16, 2007 -
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GM Holden to Export Engines to China for Buick Park Avenue
The auto maker says the export program is expected to be worth several hundred million dollars over the next few years.
By Alan Harman • April 13, 2007 -
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Ssangyong Sets Lofty Goals for New Kyron Luxury SUV
At the top end, the revamped Kyron boasts a 175-hp 2.7L diesel engine.
By Vince Courtenay • April 10, 2007 -
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Hyundai Plans AL Engine Plant
Hyundai Motor Co. Ltd. says it will build a new engine plant in Montgomery, AL, to begin production in September 2008.
April 1, 2007 -
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Charged Auto Dealer Allegedly Mixed Up with Drug Dealers
Car dealer Mickey Miller — already charged with trying to launder drug money through a diamond and real estate sale — is now accused of using his three auto dealerships in Ohio to launder money for drug dealers.
April 1, 2007 -
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Autobytel Revs Up Its Search Engine with a New Offering
Autobytel Inc. is launching what is billed as the Internet's largest used-car program and the world's first fully-integrated automotive vertical search experience.
April 1, 2007 -
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Let’s Make an Electronic Deal
Electronic processes are finding their way into dealership finance and insurance offices, says Phillip Battista, a former dealer who now heads a technology firm. Consumers, who have become accustomed to signing electronic signature pads at retail stores, are doing the same thing at some time-conscious dealerships. It is part of a move towards electronic deal jackets. Without them, a deal can get mired
April 1, 2007 -
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It’s the Gas Station Nation
Even though gasoline prices have dropped from mid-summer highs, a third of 14,000 online consumers surveyed by Burst Media say fuel prices are affecting their decision to purchase or lease a new or used vehicle.
April 1, 2007 -
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Don’t Tell Me, Show Me
Used-car inventory management software systems are useful if you can get used-car managers to use them.
By Steve Finlay • April 1, 2007 -
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In the Hunt
Siemens VDO Automotive's mammoth electronics plant in Huntsville, AL, shows there is a future for high-volume, high-tech component manufacturing in the U.S.
By Tom Murphy • April 1, 2007 -
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Firm Grows Fast but Patiently
When it came to hitting the market with a slew of software applications for car dealerships, Scott Barrett says his 88-year-old boss, Jim Moran, taught him something important: patience.
By Steve Finlay • April 1, 2007
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