| Tata Xenon 110kW diesel ute launches from $22990 driveaway |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
Tata Xenon will be available only with diesel power and a manual transmission in six models, comprising cab chassis, single cab and dual cab bodystyles each available with a 4×2 or 4×4 drivetrain. In addition to the base $22,990 driveaway cab chassis 4×2, choosing the integrated single cab body lifts the price to $24,990 driveaway, while the dual cab costs $26,990 driveaway. In ...
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| Alfa Romeo confirms 4C 804 Nurburgring lap time with video |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
The time was achieved with the rear-wheel drive's six-speed dual-clutch transmission in Race mode and with the 895kg car running on special, though still road-legal, Pirelli P Zero Trofeo tyres. Claimed to hit 100km/h in 4.5 seconds and have a top speed of 258km/h, Alfa Romeo says the 4C is able to reach peaks over 1.1 g in lateral acceleration and 1.2 g under deceleration. The Alfa Romeo ...
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| Israel Allows 270 Trucks into Gaza via Karam Abu Salem |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
Gaza, October 22 (BNA) - Israeli occupation authorities decided today to open the Karam Abu Salem crossing for the entry of aids and goods into the Gaza Strip. Head of the Coordination Committee for entry of goods in the Gaza Strip Raed Fattouh said that the occupation authorities will allow the entry of 270 truckloads with aids and goods for the commercial and agricultural sectors. Fattouh ...
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| Commercial aero and auto growth boosts GKN profits |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
posted a 34 percent rise in third quarter profit as strong growth at its automotive and commercial aerospace units made up for sluggish demand in military and industrial markets.The British firm on Tuesday reported a pre-tax profit of 131 million pounds in the three months to the end of September on sales 16 percent higher at 1.87 billion pounds.GKN, a major supplier to planemakers ...
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| Toyota Recalls 800000 Vehicles Because...Spiders |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
Copyright © 2013 NPR. For personal, noncommercial use only. See Terms of Use. For other uses, prior permission required. AUDIE CORNISH, HOST: Now to a story about automobiles and arachnids. Last week, Toyota announced it will recall more than 800,000 cars - that includes Camrys, Avalons, Venzas - all because of a problem with the air-conditioning system. MELISSA BLOCK, HOST: The company says ...
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| Davies drives SA charge for green cars |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
Nissan will start selling its Leaf electric vehicle in Gauteng next month. Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies says South Africa will miss out on a valuable growth driver if local manufacturers do not start making energy efficient vehicles. File photo: ...
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| House committee to consider sleep apnea bill |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
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Earlier this summer, Representatives Larry Buschon of Maryland and Dan Lipinski of Illinois introduced a bill that would require the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to pass a formal rule regarding the testing of commercial truck drivers for sleep apnea.
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| House criticizes FMCSA regulatory efforts |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
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Over the course of 2013, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has made important strides in implementing regulations designed not only to prevent the occurrence of truck accidents, but also to improve overall highway safety.
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| New video game demonstrates dangers of texting while driving |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
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In recent years, safety experts, lawmakers and regulators have done much to inform the public of the dangers posed by distracted driving. Despite these efforts, distracted driving, particularly texting while driving, remains common and is frequently a cause of serious car accidents.
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| Drowsy driving identified as a safety issue |
Oct 22nd, 2013 |
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Most drivers in the U.S. are familiar with the dangers of drunk driving and distracted driving. Drowsy driving is, however, nearly as dangerous.
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