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Toyota and Microsoft team on new integrated global telematics system
Two giants of their respective industries are joining forces to develop a new cloud-based telematics system for future Toyota products…
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Toyota Prius passes million-unit sales mark in U.S.
Adding one more laurel to its formidable list of hybrid vehicle achievements, Toyota has announced that sales of its Toyota…
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Hyundai Blue2 Concept forecasts future fuel-cell sedan plans
Described as a “blueprint” for its future sedans and intended to serve notice of the Korean automaker’s serious intentions to…
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EU plan calls for internal combustion engine ban in cities by 2050
In one of the more aggressive and ambitious exercises in sustainability put forth to date, the European Commission has released…
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Cellulosic nano-fibers from fruit promise ‘super-green’ car parts
According to a research team from Sao Paulo State University in Sao Paulo, Brazil, leaves stems and other non-edible elements…
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2012 Ford Fiesta to add new personalization packages
Intent on expanding the appeal of its feisty B-Class baby, Ford will offer buyers of 2012 Fiesta models three new…
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New battery tech promises recharging in minutes not hours
Working in concert with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory and the Department of Energy, a team at the Illinois at…
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Ford intros new Focus, new sock puppet
The new Ford Focus has a new spokespuppet and his best lines we shouldn't repeat out of context. Watch the video.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe – First Look
Making its first public appearance in New York, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe shares virtually all of the fundamental…
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Valvoline introduces NextGen line of recycled motor oil
Intent on doing its part to reduce environmental impact — and generate a bit of new green business in the…