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Hybrid Sales Hurting in US but Maybe Too Soon to Write Them Off

Hybrid Sales Hurting in US but Maybe Too Soon to Write Them Off

  Hybrid sales are taking a beating in the US. Sales of hybrids in general are down, and due to upcoming increased average fuel economy standards, auto makers are raising their fuel economies anyway.  The Prius is still the most ...
14.11.2011 | 1136 views | 0 comments
Citroen and Peugeot Aim to Take on Dacia with Lower Priced Cars

Citroen and Peugeot Aim to Take on Dacia with Lower Priced Cars

  Citroen and Peugeot are aiming to take on Dacia, which is owned by major rival Renault. Autocar speculates that this could to even lead to a sub-brand for the two companies to develop cheaper cars aimed at Eastern Europe, Chin...
14.11.2011 | 6454 views | 5 comments
The science of seating: Ford combat back pain

The science of seating: Ford combat back pain

Ford has noticed that drivers are increasingly suffering from back pain. With longer commutes being a particular reason for their discomfort. They reckon the average driver spends 101 minutes on the road every day, with over 50% of these drivers r...
14.11.2011 | 1432 views | 1 comments
Rosberg stays on at Mercedes until 2013

Rosberg stays on at Mercedes until 2013

Nico Rosberg has committed his future to Mercedes GP with a contract extension until 2013. His decision was influenced by a restructure at Mercedes that took place over the summer. Mercedes has announced the appointment of Geoff Willis as tech...
14.11.2011 | 775 views | 1 comments
Kia releases details of its new Ray compact car

Kia releases details of its new Ray compact car

Kia has unveiled a new compact vehicle. It is exclusive to the Korean market and aims to capitalise through impressive fuel economy and a versatile interior. No information has been given with regards to engine and gearbox options, but we woul...
14.11.2011 | 7696 views | 1 comments
Loeb wins eighth World Championship

Loeb wins eighth World Championship

Sebastian Loeb and Daniel Elena have won their eighth straight World Rally Championship. Despite succumbing to a sticky end in a head on collision with a spectator’s car on a liaison stage he had done enough to secure the championship. M...
14.11.2011 | 1470 views | 1 comments
Kia determined to develop alternative fuel technology

Kia determined to develop alternative fuel technology

Kia signed up to make hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles commercially available by 2015. On top of this, Kia is already producing hybrids for some markets and is looking to add to this inventory with further markets and electric only vehicles being intro...
14.11.2011 | 713 views | 5 comments
New Mercedes S-class: 9 gears, 2.1 litre diesel and four-wheel-drive

New Mercedes S-class: 9 gears, 2.1 litre diesel and four-wheel-drive

Mercedes is close to unveiling the next generation of S-class. A new S-class is always a definitive affair for the motor industry due to the raft of new technologies that accompany its arrival. The features showcased on a new S-class inevitably fi...
14.11.2011 | 8717 views | 4 comments
Dodge Preps New Charger SRT8 Super Bee for 2012

Dodge Preps New Charger SRT8 Super Bee for 2012

Dodge is working on a fourth generation Charger SRT8 Super Bee. It had previously made Super Bees from 2007 to 2009, each one slightly different than the others. In the modern era, the Super Bee has always been an aesthetic package with production...
14.11.2011 | 2463 views | 1 comments
Ram Creates Pickup Suited for Police Use

Ram Creates Pickup Suited for Police Use

  Ram Trucks is now offering a package on its Ram 1500 Crew Cab 4x4 making it suitable for police use. The Ram 1500 Special Service Truck is upgraded specifically for police and other first responders.  The Ram 1500 Special ...
14.11.2011 | 5844 views | 2 comments

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