24 July 2008, 09:26 AM
BMW Group products are officially the cleanest premium cars following independent, industry-wide research into CO2 emissions. The data, compiled by www.cleangreencars.co.uk, also shows that, through its EfficientDynamics programme, the BMW brand has the most improved average CO2 emissions of any premium manufacturer.
A report into average total model range emissions for car manufacturers found that from the period January 2008 to June 2008, BM
24 July 2008, 09:14 AM
The numbers tied to the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Oshkosh are impressive, if not overwhelming - but there's one statistic especially worth eyeing.
Some 2,500 show aircraft and 650,000 visitors are expected at this year's meet, which runs from Monday - Aug. 3. An estimated 10,000 airplanes are expected to fly in to the airport in east-central Wisconsin. And here's the kicker: The event will feature one cool Ford Must
23 July 2008, 04:29 PM
Mazda Motor Corporation today (July 23) announced that a Job One ceremony was held at AutoAlliance International Inc. in Flat Rock, Michigan to celebrate the first United States production of the North American all-new Mazda6.
The all-new Mazda6 inherits and further evolves the sporty styling and superb driving performance of the first generation Mazda6. The North American model features a larger body and greater engine displacement to meet th
23 July 2008, 03:57 PM
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Engine conversion (additional ECU)
for 1 series 135i (E82 / E88)
for 3 series 335i (E90 / E91 / E92 / E93) and
for X6 35i (E71)
(based on 225 kW / 306 hp)
257 kW (350 hp) / 5660 rpm 480 Nm (lb-ft 354) / 2950 rpm
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Modification of the top speed limit (additional ECU)
for 1 series 135i (E82 / E88)
for 3 series 335i (E90 / E91 / E92 / E93) and
for X6 35i (E71)
(Attention must be paid to the speed index of
23 July 2008, 11:24 AM
Toyota is adding a five-door Liftback, to its popular, fuel-efficient Yaris subcompact model line for 2009.
The versatile new five-door Yaris joins the three-door Liftback and four-door Sedan, making Yaris the only model line in its segment to offer a full complement of three body styles. Toyota projects 130,000 Yaris sales for calendar year 2009, with the new five-door accounting for about a third of those. Yaris five-door will begin arriving
23 July 2008, 10:23 AM
Lap runs on the Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany's Eifel region are often cancelled due to rain. But the wet weather didn't stop Nissan from taking its X-TRAIL fuel cell vehicle for a spin on the course recently, making Nissan the first automaker to record an FCV lap on the famous race track.
Frank Eickholt, member of the Nissan 24 Hours Nürburgring race team and Nordschleife aficionado, skillfully steered the 1.3 million euro prototype through "The Green Hell"- as the course is often referred to - on standar
23 July 2008, 10:07 AM
Nissan today celebrated the dedication of Nissan Americas in Franklin, Tenn. The new center serves as regional headquarters for the United States, Canada and Mexico. Tennessee Gov. Phil Bredesen and U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander joined Nissan President and CEO Carlos Ghosn for opening ceremonies. The day-long event included more than 1,500 employees and members of the community.
Nissan Americas is designed to encourage and inspire cross-functional collaboration within the region. The 10-story, S-shaped facility, des
23 July 2008, 08:06 AM
Cooper Tire will be unveiled as the official OE tyre supplier for one of the stars of this year’s British International Motor Show – the Lightning GT, a new electric sportscar.
The firm’s ultra-high performance Cooper Zeon 2XS will be fitted in 20 inch rim size as standard equipment on every Lightning GT built, and
22 July 2008, 04:29 PM
The Lotus Evora is sleek, sophisticated and socially aware. Coupling stunning looks and agile performance its impressive green credentials, prove that Evora is a cool and eco-friendly alternative to gas-guzzling 4x4’s. Emissions for the brand-new sportscar are on target to beat the 225 grams of CO2 per kilometre threshold above which UK road tax rapidly increases.
Presenting the best of British design, the Evora is a masterpiece of craftsmans
22 July 2008, 02:48 PM
A wave of “green” is washing over Ingolstadt: after two years of research, the “Travolution” team has developed a trend-setting concept to improve traffic infrastructure. Investment amounts to a total of about €1.2 million. AUDI AG and its venture partners presented the results today, with further joint pilot projects to follow.
“Travolution blazes the trail for innovative traffic management of a magnitude unique in Germany. The result is a functioning prototype for the traffic control of the future,” said Dr. W
22 July 2008, 01:40 PM
The Camaro Convertible might be hugging the limelight, but an equally important star of Chevrolet’s motorshow stand will be the baby Beat…
First shown at the 2007 New York Auto Show, the Lime Green concept car was one of three ‘minicar’ styling studies that were subject to a vote, in which the public could choose their favourite via an online e-poll.
Of the three, the Beat came out on top with over 50 per cent of the total votes cast, and a production car based on the concept has since bee
22 July 2008, 01:35 PM
Among the hustle and the bustle, make sure you check out the muscle!
Chevrolet’s iconic concept car, the Camaro Convertible, will be making its first UK appearance at the British International Motorshow at Excel, London, alongside the Beat minicar concept.
The Camaro Convertible Concept typifies all that is great about Chevrolet’s American heritage. “It evokes an emotional response,” says Ed Wellburn, GM vice president, global design. “It’s a vehicle you want to make room for in your garage
