By Guest Writer Lisa Ziegler Matthias Jeschke, the German off road enthusiast who made the first High Altitude World Record in 2005 aboard a Toyota Land Cruiser has once again set up a new record-breaking high altitude. This time, Jeschke and his team successfully made the high altitude world record in March 13th using two […]
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By Guest Writer Lisa Ziegler It is almost two consecutive years that the automotive industry haven’t heard about the production model of Chrysler Group’s off-road concept called the Jeep Hurricane since it was unveiled at the 2005 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. During its unveiling at the NAIAS two years ago, Trevor
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By Guest Writer Lisa Ziegler Dana Corporation, one of the leading suppliers of powertrain components, chassis and suspension parts, and engine technologies in the international automotive industry will continue their long-term collaboration with Chrysler Group’s Jeep brand. Dana will be supplying the Jeep brand with Dana’s Spicer(R) front and rear axles and Spicer Life Series(R)
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By Guest Writer Lisa Ziegler Improving your car’s fuel economy can save you about $200 up to $1,500 in fuel costs every year, according to fueleconomy.gov. Not only that, improving fuel economy or just by saving gas contributes to reduce the carbon monoxide and other harmful exhaust emissions entering the air, conserve the country’s resources
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AutoMundo, the United States’ Spanish-language automotive enthusiast publication, has named the all-new Volvo S80 as its 2007 Car of the Year. The prestigious accolade which appears in the magazine’s April issue, follows the S80’s recent debut in the U.S. marketplace and echoes what others are saying about Volvo’s first V8-powered luxury sedan. The S80 was
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NADAguides.com has just test driven two modified Ford Mustangs and has weighed in on both of them in a side-by-side comparison. Lead Auto Expert Mark Perleberg of NADAguides.com recently test drove the 2007 Ford Saleen S281 and the 2007 Ford PJ/Saleen Special Edition in a week-long, side-by-side and back-to-back comparison. He weighed
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There’s a new flying car out there–it really works and it’s really ready to take off. The PAL-V, which stands for “personal air and land vehicle”, is the first full-fledged flying and full-fledged driving vehicle. According to the vehicle’s website, “The PAL-V will drive using the patented DVCâ„¢ tilting technology as invented for the Carver
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Garmin, the satellite navigation expert, has been selected as the exclusive supplier of compact navigation devices to Honda Access Europe N.V. The customised units will be available for six different Honda models of vehicle including the Civic (3 door and 5 door), Accord Sedan, Accord Tourer and CR-V. The unit is a custom product with
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The Electric car maker ZAP has unveiled concept drawings of the ZAP-X Crossover SUV on its website Zapworld.com. The images of the ZAP-X are also highlighted in the new issue of Popular Science, April 2007, in an article entitled “Who killed the gas guzzler?” including an interview with ZAP CEO Steve Schneider. The issue is
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Overstock.com’s Cars Program has reached an agreement with Enterprise Car Sales, a division of Enterprise Rent-A-Car, to include a selection of the national rental company’s fleet inventory on the Overstock.com Web site. Enterprise Car Sales has 175 locations throughout the United States, and a sales inventory that typically includes vehicles with 25,000 to 29,000 miles.
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ICOP Digital, a company engaged in advancing digital surveillance solutions, recently said that the Garden City Police Department in Garden City, Kansas has issued ICOP another follow-on purchase order–for total ICOP Model 20/20(R) sales to the agency of 25 units and completes the agency’s planned full patrol fleet deployment. “Our experience with ICOP Digital has
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The Home Depot, the “Official Home Improvement Warehouse of NASCAR,” will become this year’s exclusive retailer of NASCAR Day pins. NASCAR Day 2007, an annual, charitable celebration of the spirit of NASCAR fans, will be held on Friday, May 18. In support of the initiative, the company will run a special NASCAR Day- themed paint
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Hyundai has announced the pricing for the new 2007 Hyundai Azera GLS equipped with a powerful but fuel-efficient 3.3-liter V6 engine. The SE trim level has also been upgraded and a surround sound audio system is now available on the Limited model. Hyundai GLS 3.3L V6 5-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC(R) $24,895 including $660 freight Hyundai
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Master Lock has introduced a new garage door opener with smartTOUCH technology that eliminates the need for keys, remotes, or keypads. Simply touch the device and it will recognize your fingerprint–and open the garage door. Master Lock Company LLC has entered into an agreement with bioMETRX, Inc. (OTC BB: BMRX), a leading developer of consumer
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According to members of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, they’re seeing a significant increase in the number of auto accident victims who have traumatic foot and ankle injuries. And they’re saying that air bags are the culprit. In 1998, the federal government started requiring dual front air bags in passenger cars. According
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Volkswagen of America has just announced that the limited edition Triple White New Beetle convertible is now available at dealers. Only 3,000 people will have the opportunity to own this truly special edition. The Triple White New Beetle convertible features a unique Campanella white exterior, a white interior, and white convertible roof boot. The Triple
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According to 2006 sales data from R.L. Polk and Co., there are 10.5 million “Alternative Fuel Autos” on the roads today. And according to automakers, we’re all discovering the alternatives–2006 sales of “alternative fuel autos” are exceeding the automakers’ expectations by fifty percent. Currently manufacturers are offering 60 models of Alternative Fuel Automobiles for sale
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Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ:QTWW) was awarded a $2.1 million contract by California’s South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) to develop and demonstrate plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Quantum will develop, manufacture, and deploy 20 Ford Escape PHEVs for demonstration in Southern California. Under this contract, Quantum will utilize its OEM system
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A California policeman has been selected as Kasey Kahne’s “Assistant for a Week”; he won the Kasey Kahne Dream Job contest and was named the grand prize winner. David Metzger from Fremont, California was named the winner after final interviews at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Saturday, March 10. Metzger, a policeman with the Atherton
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Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) has entered into an agreement to sell Aston Martin to a consortium comprised of David Richards, John Sinders, Investment Dar and Adeem Investment Co. This transaction is the result of Ford’s decision, as announced in August 2006, to explore strategic options for the Aston Martin business as the company restructures its
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Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt, Jr. have been immortalized in wax. These NASCAR superstars have been turned into was figures by Madame Tussauds in Las Vegas. The figures are being unveiled this week during the grand opening of Neon Garage at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Madame Tussauds Las Vegas has immortalized Richard Petty, “The King”
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Hyundai Motor America has officially announced the pricing for their new premium crossover, the 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. Hyundai has made luxury and performance attainable with a base price more than $11,000 lower than the Lexus RX350. Veracruz’s designers recognized that the needs and desires of traditional SUV buyers weren’t being met and focused on meeting
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Hyundai has begun accepting applicants for its “Mash and Seek” challenge. On April 30, sixteen randomly selected finalists, who have never met and know nothing about one another, will be placed in teams of four armed with only a single photo — a collage of teammates’ facial features — and participate in a race to
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