Tag Archives: Technology
Volvo Cars maps driver behaviour in advanced research project
Posted on21. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
Volvo Cars maps driver behaviour in advanced research project
About 100 Volvo V70 and XC70 cars, equipped with cameras and computers are included in a huge European field test project. All to monitor the driver’s behaviour in order to gain more knowledge about how we react as human beings in complex traffic situations. The research project [...]
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FORD TO INTRODUCE FUEL-EFFICIENT DUAL-CLUTCH POWERSHIFT TRANSMISSION IN NORTH AMERICAN IN 2010
Posted on21. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
FORD TO INTRODUCE FUEL-EFFICIENT DUAL-CLUTCH POWERSHIFT TRANSMISSION IN NORTH AMERICAN IN 2010
Dual-clutch PowerShift six-speed transmission
DETROIT, Jan. 21, 2009 – Ford Motor Company announced today it will introduce an advanced dual-clutch PowerShift six-speed transmission in North America in 2010 for the small-car segment.
PowerShift will deliver the fuel efficiency of a manual gearbox with the convenience and [...]
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All leather in all Volvo car interiors chrome-free for allergy-sufferers
Posted on21. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
All leather in all Volvo car interiors chrome-free for allergy-sufferers
To alleviate for those who have chrome allergy, all leather used in Volvo car interiors has been treated in a chromium-free tanning process, using either natural or synthetic tanning materials. This benefits both man and nature.
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Let there be light
Posted on20. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
EDAG presents its powerful innovation “Light Car – Open Source” at the 79th Geneva Motor Show
EDAG, worldwide provider of engineering services, will be presenting the world premiere of its vision of an environment-friendly, future-orientated vehicle for everyday and leisure use at this year’s International Motor Show in Geneva.
For the body concept of the “Light Car [...]
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The New Honda Insight…
Posted on19. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
INTRODUCTION
5-door family hatchback with Honda’s petrol-electric IMA system
Combines practicality and flexibility in an affordable package
Low emissions and great fuel economy based on real world driving conditions
Unique Eco Assist driver coaching system that can help any driver maximise fuel economy
Sleek, sporty and aerodynamic design influenced by FCX Clarity
Practical and spacious interior to accommodate five [...]
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NEW YORK CITY MAYOR MICHAEL R. BLOOMBERG ANNOUNCES USE OF MINI E ELECTRIC CARS PROVIDED BY BMW GROUP TO CITY OF NEW YORK
Posted on16. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
NEW YORK CITY MAYOR MICHAEL R. BLOOMBERG ANNOUNCES USE OF MINI E ELECTRIC CARS PROVIDED BY BMW GROUP TO CITY OF NEW YORK
01/16/2009
New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg Announces Use of MINI E Electric Cars provided by BMW Group to City of New York in State of the City Speech
The MINI E [...]
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Subaru Unveils G4e electric concept vehicle at CIAS
Posted on16. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
Subaru Unveils G4e electric concept vehicle, and new 2010 Forester PZEV
The focus is on the environment this year when Subaru brings its industry-leading lineup of Symmetrical full-time All-Wheel Drive vehicles to the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto.
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Panasonic Toyota Racing starts 2009 with world premiere
Posted on15. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
Panasonic Toyota Racing starts 2009 with world premiere
Thursday 15 January 2009
Panasonic Toyota Racing officially began the 2009 Formula 1 season in cyberspace today with the world premiere of the team’s latest car, the TF109.
The team’s eighth season in Formula 1 sees major rule changes so the TF109, revealed exclusively on www.tf109-premiere.com, looked [...]
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THE CAR BATTERY: FROM THE SHADOWS TO STARDOM
Posted on13. Jan, 2009 by webmestre.
Ford’s Battery Electric Vehicle hits the streets of Detroit at the North American International Auto Show, giving media from around the world a chance to put it to the test.
THE CAR BATTERY: FROM THE SHADOWS TO STARDOM
DETROIT, Jan. 11, 2009 – For decades, the automobile battery was an essentially static technology, but it’s no longer [...]
