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  • $100 Million JT8D Parts and Repairs OEMRO(TM) Agreement Signed by AeroThrust  By : Rain Stockton
    AeroThrust signed a $100 million Global Service Partners (GSP) part replacement and repair agreement with Pratt & Whitney, a United Technologies Corp. company. The five-year agreement states that Pratt & Whitney will provide JT8D turbine airfoil repairs as well as replacement parts for AeroThrust.
  • 'Highway to the Future'  By : Kaye Leery
    Toyota’s "Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Experience," is a nationwide tour that is designed to provide consumers with a firsthand opportunity to experience automotive hybrid technology.
  • 'Mirona' Adds Flavor to BMW Conference Hall  By : Hailey Kerr
    Inside Munich’s Olympiapark is the four-cylinder” building which has helped create public awareness of BMW for many years now. This is where the BMW Group gets all the ideas in the more than 150 countries it operates in.
  • 1,000 Bhp Exotic Cars - Three To Choose From  By : John Hartley -
    If you love sheer power, and you want a car that produces 1,000 bhp, you now have three to choose from - and that is without going to the tuners like Ruf ofr Callaway, who will get this much power from engines that are currently in the 500- 700 bhp range. The tjree in the 1000 bhp club are the Bugatti Veyron 16.4, the Bristol Fighter T, and the Koenigsegg CCXR. Theoretically, these are all good for 250 mph in theory, but not in practice.

    First on the scene was the Bugatti ...
  • 1/6 Lorry Drivers Attacked – Haulage Safety Tips For Owner Operators  By :
    With jobs for owner operators often hard to come by, lorry drivers and haulage workers may increasingly find themselves working the less popular anti-social hours involving overnight trouble. Not only do the darker conditions make crime more likely, but exhaustion is more likely to set in, and it’s very easy to make the kind of slip up that will add you to the growing pile of haulage crime victims.

    And these haulage safety lapses are reflected in the statistics. Across Eur...
  • 10 Minibus Driving Tips  By : James Todman
    The Minibus Club provides a useful guide for driving a minibus. In this article I have selected their top 10 tips for driving safely. Some may seem obvious but they are all worth mentioning. As a minibus driver you are ultimately responsible for your passengers’ safety and the safety of other road users.
  • 10 Pointers for Navigating With Your Vehicle in Ice and Snow  By : Kathy Steinemann
    Even so-called 'hot' areas like Florida can be hit with cold temperatures which result in frost and black ice on highways. Wherever you travel, you should be aware of how to cope with winter-like conditions. The tips in this article will help.
  • 10 Proven Ways To Increase Gas Mileage And Save Money On Gas  By :
    The message screams at us from every sign at every corner gas station-gasoline prices are at an all-time high and there's no indication that relief is anywhere in site. In fact, many experts are saying it could get worse-much worse-and that's sending masses of motorists scrambling for ways to cut down on gas consumption. Here are 10 ways that anyone can use to save money on gas.
  • 10 Safety Tips When Riding An ATV  By : Donna Somerkin -
    More and more these days, riders of all terrain vehicles (ATVs) are becoming injured or even killed when their ATV wrecks, enforcing the need for safe operating procedures. This is especially important for teenagers who are interested in riding ATVs and are less likely to practice safe conduct while operating the vehicles. Keep in mind that ATVs are just as dangerous as cars, motorcycles, trucks, or sport utility vehicles, so only operate them using the proper techniques and ...
  • 100 Miles Per Gallon? That’s So “1992”  By : Matt Timion -
    According to a new survey by JD Power and Associates, approximately one third of consumers in the United States consider fuel economy to be a key factor when purchasing a new car. With fuel economy, dependence on foreign oil, pollution, and global warming weighing heavy on the minds of so many people recently, it may be a surprise to learn that in 1992, General Motors actually produced a vehicle that achieved 100 miles per gallon (MPG).

    In order to get a better idea of wha...
  • 104 Years of Ford Going to Drain  By : Kraig Johanssen
    Is the end near for Ford Motors? The members of the Ford’s family together with its shareholders are now considering the option of finally relinquishing the control of the company whether they like it or not than to lose everything at the end.
  • 12 Usual Car Problems  By : Kraig Johanssen
    Car problems are really inevitable. But proper car caring and maintenance will greatly help in the prevention of these problems.
  • 12-Volt Air Compressors - Their Variety Of Uses Around The Home  By : Keith R Scott
    High-pressure air compressors come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes and are commonly used in industry for a wide variety of heavy-duty applications. However, there is a lot of choice of 12-volt air compressors available for domestic, occasional use around the home. This article aims to provide some information on the main uses for the 12-volt air compressor together with the types of air compressor available.
  • 180 MPH From An Ordinary Production Sedan  By : John Hartley -
    If you would like a car that looks almost ordinary, but that is as fast as many supercars, buy the BMW M5. Yes, on the outside, this is an ordinary European sedan – but under the hood is a 500 bhp V-10 engine that you might imagine came from a sports-racing car! Will it do 180 mph? No, it could, but it won't because BMW uses a limiter to prevent you going faster than 155 mph on all its hot cars. Actually, BMW says it will do over 190 mph without the limiter in operation.

    T...
  • 1948 Mercedes-Benz A320 Cabriolet sold for $350,000 at the 2007 Melbourne Auction  By : Dwyane Thomas
    Last March 12 at the Melbourne International Motor Show auction conducted by the Shannons, a unique 1948 Mercedes-Benz A320 two-door cabriolet that has never made production was sold for $350,000 in front of huge crowd consisting of around 1,500 people at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre.
  • 2 Female to Receive Honda-Broderick Cup  By : Ally Wahlberg
    Two female athletes from Lock Haven University are among the 11 finalists to receive the Honda-Broderick Cup. This is awarded to the Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year for Division II.
  • 20 Inch Custom Rims...Riding With Style  By : Ben Pate
    If you are looking to customize your car to increase performance and add an injection of style, 20 inch rims are a great choice!
  • 2006 Mitsubishi Raider: A Rebadged Delight!  By : Matthew C. Keegan
    The Mitsubishi Raider pick up truck is a rebadged version of the Dodge Dakota. Adding its own flair and style, the truck fills an important void in the Mitsubishi line up.
  • 2007 Chevrolet Aveo Recall and GM's E-Flex Electric Engine  By : Michelle Crimsonn
    General Motors has recently announced a recall of all the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles due to a faulty fuel line which could cause the vehicle to go on fire in case of crashing accidents.
  • 2007 Eos Convertible on Display at Showrooms  By : Natalie Anderson
    The 2007 Eos convertible has finally found its way into the showrooms. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price including the destination charge is $28,750. For those who prefer automatic transmission, there is the Eos 2.0T with automatic with price starting $31,825. Interior options are also available for an extra fee of course; the leather seats or satellite radio an additional $3,490 to the car is required.
  • 2007 Ford Shelby GT500: Cobra Strikes Mustang Again!  By : James Rothaar
    The 2007 Ford Shelby GT500 is the most powerful Mustang ever to roll off Ford's assembly line. Racing legend Carroll Shelby and Ford's Special Vehicle Team (SVT) jointly designed this vehicle to make it special.
  • 2007 Honda Accord EX V6 6-Speed Detailed  By : Ally Wahlberg
    The EX trim is given an upscale specification by Accord's interior design, leather upholstery, and navigation system. Ambience is further improved by the 6-Speed’s good soundproofing.
  • 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Review  By : Rex Freiberger -
    The verdicts are in: the completely redesigned 2007 version of the Hyundai Santa Fe is bigger and better than previous models, boasting more power, bigger leg room, a more sophisticated style and an elegantly designed interior that reflects a thoughtful eye for detail.

    The Hyundai Santa Fe is regarded as a "crossover SUV" since it is built with a car's unibody construction instead of the traditional body-on-frame construction of a regular truck. Nonetheless, it is comparab...
  • 2007 Jaguar XK Named AutoNerve Magazine's Best Convertible of 2007  By : Rain Stockton
    The 2007 XK-Series is a 2-door, 4-passenger luxury sports coupe, or luxury convertible. Redesigned for 2007, the Jaguar XK has been engineered above and beyond the high expectations that all Jaguar sports car fans have for these magnificent beasts.
  • 2007 Jeep Compass spiced up by new Rallye Package from Mopar  By : Dwyane Thomas
    DaimlerChrysler’s Jeep® brand continues to expand its reach to new territory into the world of Rallye car toughness equipped with a new body kit made by Mopar®.
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 450 Now in Motor Trends Test Fleet  By : Dwyane Thomas
    The GL 450, the first and only model (as of today) on the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class full size luxury crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment made its debut at the 2006 North American International Auto Show when the German automaker finally decided to include an entry in the full size luxury crossover SUV market.
  • 2007 Nissan Maxima: 300, Avalon Take Notice!  By : Matthew C. Keegan
    Nissan's Maxima is set for a major redesign. This is good news for consumers disappointed with the most recent version and a test for competing cars from Chrysler and Toyota.
  • 2007 Nissan Sentra Balances Economy with Comfort  By : Brian White
    Nissan has long been reputed as a manufacturer of cars that are inexpensive to purchase, economical to operate and as durable as any car on the road. The 2007 Nissan Sentra seems to be no exception to this reputation, and it looks good too.
  • 2007 Nissan Versa: Gen "Y", Take Notice  By : Matthew C. Keegan
    Nissan is poised to release a Scion fighter all of its own. The Versa is aimed squarely at young buyers and certainly worth the consideration of those looking for value and style in their new car.
  • 2007 World Green Car Award Finalist: The VW Polo BlueMotion  By : Benjsmin Hudson
    The Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion sold in the European market was named as one of the finalists for the 2007 World Green Car of the Year. More than 40 automotive journalists from all over the world selected the top three finalists for this year's award.

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