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SEAT presents the León “Twin Drive Ecomotive” project in Madrid
Posted on13. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
SEAT presents the León “Twin Drive Ecomotive” project in Madrid
After its official presentation just a month ago at the Martorell factory, the SEAT León “Twin Drive Ecomotive” project visited Madrid on the occasion of the second edition of the “EDP Eco Challenge 2009” exhibition held in the capital’s El Retiro Park, where the most representative [...]
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FORD HYBRIDS RECOGNIZED BY INTELLICHOICE.COM AS BEST CROSSOVER/SUV VALUE UNDER $28,000
Posted on12. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
FORD HYBRIDS RECOGNIZED BY INTELLICHOICE.COM AS BEST CROSSOVER/SUV VALUE UNDER $28,000
* 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner Hybrid were named Best Crossover/SUV Value Under $28,000 by IntelliChoice.com.
* Best Overall Value of the Year (BOVY) Awards recognize vehicles whose cost of ownership are significantly lower than expected compared to competitive models in the same class.
Chicago, [...]
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Bridgestone Brand Ecopia EP100 Debuts at Chicago Auto Show
Posted on11. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
Bridgestone Brand Ecopia EP100 Debuts at Chicago Auto Show
Ecopia tire line responds to consumers’ desire to be kind to the environment
CHICAGO (Feb. 11, 2009) –The Chicago Auto Show, North America’s largest consumer auto show, set the stage today for the Bridgestone brand’s official launch of its new environmentally friendly tire, the Ecopia EP100, which provides drivers with improved fuel economy without sacrificing [...]
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UNIQUE ‘K-BAG’ FEATURE HELPS FORD F-150 OUTPERFORM COMPETITION IN NEW IIHS SIDE-IMPACT CRASH TESTS
Posted on11. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
UNIQUE ‘K-BAG’ FEATURE HELPS FORD F-150 OUTPERFORM COMPETITION IN NEW IIHS SIDE-IMPACT CRASH TESTS
The all-new 2009 Ford F-150 – which features patented “K-bag” side air bag technology – provides better side-impact crash safety than the Chevrolet Silverado, Dodge Ram and Nissan Titan, according to a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
* The [...]
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General Motors, Goodyear and Bose Collaborate to Boost Chevrolet Volt’s Efficiency
Posted on10. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
General Motors, Goodyear and Bose Collaborate to Boost Chevrolet Volt’s Efficiency
CHICAGO – When the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle debuts next year, advanced, fuel-efficient tires by Goodyear and a new sound system by Bose will be among the components helping the Volt to achieve up to 40 miles of electric-only range.
GM announced today that the [...]
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FORD TO OFFER FIRST BATTERY ELECTRIC COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ON GLOBAL TRANSIT CONNECT PLATFORM
Posted on09. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
FORD TO OFFER FIRST BATTERY ELECTRIC COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ON GLOBAL TRANSIT CONNECT PLATFORM
* The first product in Ford’s aggressive new electric vehicle plan, a battery electric-powered version of Ford’s global Transit Connect commercial vehicle, will be offered in 2010
* Ford is collaborating with Europe’s leading battery electric commercial vehicle upfitter – Smith Electric Vehicles, a [...]
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V12 Vantage: Aston Martin’s most exhilarating sports car
Posted on06. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
V12 Vantage: Aston Martin’s most exhilarating sports car
• Fastest and most agile Vantage ever; ultimate performance interpretation of the Vantage range
• Purposeful, striking and functional styling signalling performance capabilities
• Everyday usability associated with a modern Aston Martin
• Race-derived technology used throughout
Gaydon, Warwickshire, Wednesday 4 February 2009. Aston Martin will present the most potent [...]
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ASIMO Introduces the New Honda Insight Hybrid to Europe at the Geneva Motor Show
Posted on06. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
ASIMO Introduces the New Honda Insight Hybrid to Europe at the Geneva Motor Show
* Honda Insight Hybrid makes EU debut
* New Accord 180 PS Diesel Type-S
* Honda S2000 Ultimate Edition
* CR-Z Sports Hybrid Concept and FCX Clarity Show Honda’s Future
ASIMO, Honda’s advanced humanoid robot, will help launch the all new Insight Hybrid at the 2009 [...]
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STUDY: FORD SYNC™ REDUCES DRIVING DISTRACTIONS, HELPS DRIVERS KEEP EYES ON ROAD
Posted on04. Feb, 2009 by webmestre.
STUDY: FORD SYNC™ REDUCES DRIVING DISTRACTIONS, HELPS DRIVERS KEEP EYES ON ROAD
* New Ford study shows significant differences in distraction levels for voice-controlled interfaces such as Ford SYNC™ compared to visually and manually operated handheld cell phones and music players.
* SYNC’s new 911 Assist feature adds post-crash emergency assistance while new traffic updates, directions and [...]
