Detroit Says No to Cheaper Gas   22 Jan 2007 22:10 GMT
As the energy debate shifts from "dependence on foreign oil" to climate change and the threat of CO2, automakers fear lower gas prices will ease demand for eco-friendly alternatives. In Autopia.
Source: wired.com

Grant Funds Coal-to-Hydrogen Plan   20 Jan 2007 23:29 GMT
An Ohio State University team gets $1.6 million from the DOE for a three-year project to generate hydrogen from coal in a process they say is economical, efficient and low-emission. In Autopia.
Source: wired.com

Behind the Wheel | 2007 Jeep Wrangler: More Doors for the Great Outdoors   19 Jan 2007 22:46 GMT
Understanding a Jeep’s primary purpose is the key to happiness with the Wrangler, which remains a specialist aimed at backwoods trails.
Source: NY Times

Technology: What’s the Coolest Way to Accessorize an iPod? Buy It a Car.   19 Jan 2007 22:42 GMT
Autos manufacturers are responding to the iPod revolution with input jacks and systems that integrate your music into cars’ entertainment systems.
Source: NY Times

Collecting: Classic Aston Martins Holding Their Appeal   19 Jan 2007 20:58 GMT
Ford has put Aston Martin on the auction block. Is this a good time to buy one of these classic British sports cars?
Source: NY Times

Jeeps Go Forth and Reproduce   19 Jan 2007 20:58 GMT
Seven new Jeep models can climb every mountain and ford every stream.
Source: NY Times

How to Fix a Honking Honda   19 Jan 2007 18:33 GMT
If your Honda honks unexpectedly or your BMW’s acceleration doesn’t leave you beaming, recent technical service bulletins may offer some guidance for repairs.
Source: NY Times

Rust in Peace: A Stylish Ride to Hydraulic Hell   19 Jan 2007 18:23 GMT
The SM in the Citroën SM of 1970-75 stood for Systeme Maserati, not sado-masochist, although that is an apt description of anyone who buys a less-than-perfect SM.
Source: NY Times

Better Biofuels From Termite Guts   19 Jan 2007 16:29 GMT
Mining insects' microbial genes could boost ethanol production. In Autopia.
Source: wired.com

Motoring: Making Sure the Oil Is Up to the Job   19 Jan 2007 16:26 GMT
What do motorists need to know about engine oils? Should you go synthetic? Can you go 10,000 miles or more between changes?
Source: NY Times