Archive for January, 2010
Volvo launches an energy-efficient 2-litre GTDi engine with unique turbo system
Friday, January 29th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
Volvo Car Corporation is introducing an all-new four-cylinder 2-litre GTDi (Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection) engine in the Volvo S80, V70 and XC60, offering great performance and efficiency all in one.
Department of Energy has closed a $1.4 billion loan agreement for Nissan Leaf
Friday, January 29th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
WASHINGTON, — Today, Secretary of Energy Steven Chu announced that the Department of Energy has closed a $1.4 billion loan agreement with Nissan North America, Inc. The loan will support the modification of Nissan’s Smyrna, Tenn., manufacturing plant to produce the Nissan LEAF, a zero-emission, all-electric vehicle, and the lithium-ion battery packs to power them.
2010 Detroit Auto Show Coverage Recap
Friday, January 29th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
Here is a table of contents of our North American International Auto Show coverage. You will find links to our photo galleries, videos and articles on this event. Don’t have time to check everything out? Don’t miss our Day 1 and Day 2 summary videos.
First-Ever Car Powered by Government Paper Waste Makes Debut at Washington Auto Show
Friday, January 29th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
For the first time in U.S. history, a vehicle fuelled by government office waste paper and waste cardboard will drive the streets of Washington D.C.
today. Global bioinnovation company Novozymes has partnered with Maryland-based Fiberight to provide the demonstration fuel.
World Premiere at the Geneva Motor Show : Carlsson C25
Friday, January 29th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
Carlsson who are approved as an automobile manufacturer by the Federal German Motor Transport Authority, for the first time presents an own developed automobile at this year’s Geneva Motor Show - the Carlsson C25. The concept of this Super-GT is based on the vision of combining maximum driving performance with an entirely new design and high exclusiveness.
The smart loves winter!
Thursday, January 28th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
Mirabel, Quebec — You still think the smart fortwo isn’t tough enough to withstand our harsh winters? Well, executives of the brand in Canada are hoping to change your mind with two unique events. The idea is to show once and for all that neither snow nor ice can stop the funky little two-seater from Hambach.
2009 Targa Newfoundland (video)
Thursday, January 28th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
If you’re a real car-nut and I say Newfoundland, what’s the first thing that pops in your mind? Targa right? It has to be.
2010 Washington Auto show to Launch Massive Showcase of Advanced Technology
Thursday, January 28th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
America’s greenest “tier-one” auto show just got greener. The Washington Auto Show®, which houses more green cars than any major U.S. auto show, is redoubling its efforts in 2010 with a 65,000-square foot display known as the “Advanced Technology SuperHighway.”
Toyota and Ford better positioned to offer advanced fuel technologies
Thursday, January 28th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
TORONTO, - Toyota and Ford top the list of leading automotive manufacturers that Canadian consumers see as being best positioned to offer vehicles with advanced fuel technologies, such as hybrid and bio-fuel powered vehicles.
Honda Begins Operation of New Solar Hydrogen Station
Thursday, January 28th, 2010 | Car News | No Comments
Honda today began operation of a next generation solar hydrogen station prototype at the Los Angeles Center of Honda R&D Americas, Inc., intended for ultimate use as a home refueling appliance capable of an overnight refill of fuel cell electric vehicles.