Algae-Based Fuels Make a Comeback   05 Feb 2007 19:10 GMT
It's time for a research resurgence into using small water plants to produce oil and ethanol. In Autopia.
Source: wired.com

Handlebars: Not Bikes, Not Cars, Not for Everyone   03 Feb 2007 00:24 GMT
While three-wheelers remain on the fringe of the automotive world, fans laud their convenience in cities and their cost-effectiveness.
Source: NY Times

Behind the Wheel | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe: A Korean Crossover Gets Its Green Card   03 Feb 2007 00:24 GMT
Like the Toyota RAV4, the new Hyundai Santa Fe is larger and more powerful and now offers an optional third-row seat.
Source: NY Times

Motoring: What MapQuest and G.P.S. Don’t Tell You Can Get You Lost   02 Feb 2007 23:33 GMT
In a country of homogenous roads and rules, some regional quirks remain. Have you been on a Jersey Jughandle? Did you ever go right to make a Michigan Left?
Source: NY Times

Technology: Engine Sludge: When Good Oil Goes Bad   02 Feb 2007 22:22 GMT
Nasty oil residue can build up inside engines, especially if owners neglect maintenance.
Source: NY Times

How Will Your Car Look in 2010?   02 Feb 2007 22:17 GMT
Peugot has posted the finalists in its annual concept car contest. See what the future may hold -- and vote on the designs you like the best. In Autopia.
Source: wired.com

Nissan Reports 23% Drop in Profits for Quarter   02 Feb 2007 18:19 GMT
Japan’s third-largest automaker blamed rising commodity costs and slower sales for the worse-than-expected results.
Source: NY Times

Pony Up to Help Slow Warming   02 Feb 2007 14:17 GMT
Today's top news stories are global warming and Exxon's $40 billion 2006 profits. Oil companies should use some profits from the activities that cause global warming to develop fuel-efficient, low-emission tech. In Autopia.
Source: wired.com

Detroit Slips in January as Market Share Declines   02 Feb 2007 08:19 GMT
General Motors, Ford and Chrysler Group held just 50.6 percent of auto sales in the U.S. last month, their lowest ever.
Source: NY Times

Dumb Marketing Dogs Smart Car   01 Feb 2007 22:17 GMT
SmartUSA must get its act together, or the cute little vehicles will never make it in America. In Autopia.
Source: wired.com