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GM introduces world’s first front-center airbag
General Motors has announced it will install the world’s first front-center airbags in three of its midsize crossover vehicles starting…
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Hydrogen Car Highs: Zero Emissions, Zero Charging Days
Automakers, engineers, politicians, and many others foresee a hydrogen future for America and the world. In most eyes, hydrogen means…
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Hydrogen Car Lows: Current Range & Refueling Limitations
Not so long ago, fuel cells appeared to be headed toward the goal line. Early forecasts by manufacturers and analysts…
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Electric Car Lows: Limited Range, Lengthy Recharging
There are many good reasons why gasoline engines knocked batteries and steam boilers out of business in the auto industry’s…
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Electric Car Highs: Zero-Emissions Driving
At the dawn of automotive time, electric cars were preferred to both available alternatives — gasoline and steam-powered vehicles —…
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Natural Gas Car Highs: Cleaner & Cheaper than Gasoline
Natural gas has been used to fuel motor vehicles since the 1930s, though never in great numbers. Today, the Natural…
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Federal-Mogul’s ACIS igniter seeks to replace traditional spark plug
Automotive components maker, Federal-Mogul, is currently developing a more efficient alternative to the conventional spark plug. Dubbed the Advanced Corona…
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Infiniti M35h sets Guinness acceleration mark for hybrid cars
Word has just come out that the 2012 Infiniti M35h Hybrid has established a new quarter-mile standing-start speed record for…
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GM and SAIC create joint venture to develop EVs for China
General Motors and its Chinese partner, SAIC Motor Corporation, have formed a new 50/50 joint venture that will be responsible…
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Volkswagen Beetle R Concept – Frankfurt Auto Show
A one-off for the moment, the Volkswagen Beetle R Concept made its high-profile debut in Frankfurt. While nothing has been…