Porsche Unveils Most Powerful Non-Turbo 911 in History: The 2007 911 GT3   24 Feb 2006 19:04 GMT
Porsche's new 2007 911 GT3 will make its public debut at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, 2006. The latest race- bred 911 sports coupe features a 415-horsepower naturally aspirated engine with an 8,400 rpm redline, an active suspension setup tuned for the track, and a ...
Source: CarKB

Mutant Algae Is Hydrogen Factory   23 Feb 2006 17:00 GMT
Researchers on the trail of clean, renewable fuel have taken another major step forward, dramatically boosting the efficiency of hydrogen-producing pond scum. By Sam Jaffe.
Source: wired.com

U.S. Transportation Chief Declares Low Child Booster Seat Use "Unacceptable"   22 Feb 2006 18:10 GMT
National statistics showing less than one out of every five kids between the ages of four and eight is riding in a car booster seat are a sign of "failure" and must be addressed immediately, U.S. Transportation Secretary Norman Y. Mineta said today during a visit to the ...
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Honda Announces a Model Change for the CBR1000RR Super Sports Model   22 Feb 2006 18:09 GMT
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced a model change for its CBR1000RR large-displacement super sports model. The new CBR1000RR, which comes equipped with a water-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, in-line 4-cylinder, 1000cc engine featuring advanced technologies developed on the MotoGP ...
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GM's All-New Full-Size SUVs Get Personal   22 Feb 2006 18:06 GMT
GM ‘s all-new 2007 full-size sport utilities, the Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Cadillac Escalade are arriving in dealerships now, each one with a fresh look and distinctive interior and exterior designs. To personalize the look of these vehicles, GM also offers a wide array of ...
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Moody's Cuts G.M.'s Credit Rating Again   22 Feb 2006 04:00 GMT
Moody's cited uncertainty about General Motors' ability to establish competitive wages and benefits without filing for bankruptcy protection.
Source: NY Times

In-car navigation systems can be dangerous, report warns   21 Feb 2006 14:00 GMT
Trying to use in-car satellite navigation systems while driving is causing motorists to lose concentration on the road -- and can be worse even than reading a map, according to a survey by Privilege Insurance.

Source: Computerworld

Next entry-level Land Rover likely to lose Freelander moniker   21 Feb 2006 00:40 GMT
Land Rover likely will rename its entry-level SUV in the United States when a redesigned model goes on sale here next year. "It probably won't be called the Freelander," said Richard Beattie, executive vice president of marketing, sales and communications for Land Rover North ...
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Autos on Monday | Design: A Flood of Imitators Flatter a Once-Mocked Rump   20 Feb 2006 04:00 GMT
Christopher E. Bangle, BMW's chief of design, is arguably the most influential -- and controversial -- auto designer of his generation.
Source: NY Times

Around the Block: 2006 Chevrolet SSR: A Halo Truck Gets Its Wings   19 Feb 2006 04:00 GMT
Give G.M. credit for trying again. The vehicle that growls like a hot rod and looks like a prop from a "Tom and Jerry" cartoon is now a blast to drive.
Source: NY Times