Isuzu Upgrades Spying Device for Trucks   04 Jun 2007 13:23 GMT
The technology, called Mimamori-kun Online Service, contains a high-speed wireless communication system that transmits data on a vehicle's operation, such as abrupt acceleration or speeding. Employers can use it to dock wages or even fire a driver for multiple infractions....
Source: wired.com

T. Boone Pickens Explains the Political Math of Ethanol.   04 Jun 2007 13:16 GMT
In an interview with the “Wall Street Journal” this past weekend, oil tycoon (T.) Boone Pickens predicted that the price of oil will average $70 a barrel this year with only occasional dips. Why? Eighty-five million barrels a day are...
Source: wired.com

Jaguar’s XJ Sedan Suffers an Aging Design and Sagging Reputation   04 Jun 2007 13:11 GMT
It’s been almost forgotten, but the Jaguar XJ sedan is a true driver’s car with much to love, especially when it’s outfitted with a snarling supercharged V8, which makes some 400 hp. Poised and responsive, the XJ leaves its toff-nosed...
Source: wired.com

Flextronics to buy Solectron for $3.6B   04 Jun 2007 13:00 GMT
Flextronics International plans to acquire rival Solectron to create an electronics manufacturing services powerhouse with more than $30 billion in annual revenue.

Source: Computerworld

Behind The Wheel | BMW 335i Convertible: A Grand Opening for BMW’s Quick-Tanning Machine   01 Jun 2007 23:12 GMT
This convertible from BMW doesn’t rehash the past, and features the first turbocharged gasoline-powered engine sold by the company in the United States.
Source: NY Times

Books Worth a Spot on a Car Buff’s Shelf   01 Jun 2007 21:18 GMT
In any field, there are certain books that are essential. Here is a selection of books that will make a fine foundation for an automotive library.
Source: NY Times

Driving Into the Sunset   01 Jun 2007 15:03 GMT
It is with much sadness to write that I'm signing off on contributing to Autopia, the blog I started 21 months ago. It has been an enjoyable ride and I have learned much from my readers. Thank you for your...
Source: wired.com

Motoring: 533,000 Miles and It Runs Like a Top   01 Jun 2007 14:39 GMT
Owners of vehicles that have reached 200,000, 400,000 and even 500,000 miles all seem to have pet strategies to extend the lives of their cars.
Source: NY Times

Collecting: TVR’s Long and Winding Road Leads (for Now) to Florida   01 Jun 2007 14:35 GMT
One of Britain’s last sports car makers has risen again after several near-death experiences and ownership changes.
Source: NY Times

Biodiesel Cuts Emissions by 94 Percent   01 Jun 2007 12:40 GMT
A new study commissioned by the independent research consortium, NorthEast Biofuels concludes that replacing ultra-low sulfur diesel with biodiesel reduces emissions by 94 percent. The study followed the entire cycle of UK-sourced biodiesel from oilseed through production, right up to...
Source: wired.com