Fire Truck Staffing Prompts Union Lawsuit Jul 2, 2009
OFD administrators declined to go on camera, but said that occasional training runs were the only times their engines go out with only three personnel apiece. The Court of Industrial Relations ruled in February that the city must adhere to its minimum staffing rules. (7 KETV Omaha)
Ticket noisy motorcycles and solve state deficit Jul 2, 2009
Harley-Davidson even sought to patent the potato-potato sound of its engines a decade ago. Motorcycle noise not bad. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Scientists lower Alaska volcano threat level Jul 1, 2009
It can also harm engines ... Its four engines flamed out and the jet dropped more than 2 miles before the crew was able to restart all engines and land the plane safely at Anchorage. (Yahoo News)
Citroen's bubble car Jul 1, 2009
The new C3 boasts the biggest windscreen on a small car and a range of ultra-efficient three-cylinder engines. By RICHARD BLACKBURN.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Taking a crack at Aussie blokes Jul 1, 2009
" Combustion engines are the beating heart of Aussie maleness. Right now, representing the nation outside the Australian pavilion at the Venice Biennale in Italy, is a replica of the Mad Max Ford XB Falcon Interceptor, placed there by artist Shaun Gladwell. His video installation MADDESTMAXIMVS: Planet & Stars Sequence reimagines the iconography of George Miller's films with a gentle protagonist who stops to bury a roadkill kangaroo. Films and muscle cars also shaped illustrator Eamo (pronounced... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
FCPS Trade and Industrial Education Program Gets Under the Hood Jul 1, 2009
Originally we had asked for some stand-alone components, some engines or brake components so students could work on them. VW suggested whole models to learn how all systems work together in a late model, said Maclin. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Affordable, Comfortable Camping for All Jul 1, 2009
Watch out for hot engines and mufflers. Avoid placing flammable materials near the exhaust outlet during operation, and keep any generator at least three feet away from buildings or other equipment to avoid overheating. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Where are our 50 mpg cars? Jul 1, 2009
Gator wrote on Jun 30, 2009 10:53 AM:" Where are the high mileage cars?? They are out there, a small few, but moreto comeMain problem, its the Moronic EPA and some backwards thinking environmentalist and lastly American Car manufactures that letthe Europeans beat us again. Diesel engines can now burn cleaner, have more power and superior mileage and longevity. Volkswagen has a carfor sale in the US now that gets 54 mpg , they have a 3cyl not importedyet that gets 74-77 mpg runs faster... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Report: Gannett to lay off more than 1,000 workers Jul 1, 2009
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NASA Surprise: Official Backs Cheaper Moon Rocket Jul 1, 2009
The system would use hardware already built, like the engines, to save time and money. Eventually new engines would be built but from the old design. (Fox News)
REGION: Travel tips for getting there trouble free Jun 30, 2009
And in a pinch, having a couple of extra gallons of water on hand can cool down people and overheated engines, Beno said. Newbury shared some of his personal strategies for safe road travel, starting with updating his cell phone's location information when he gets to a new area ---- it may get you better service and prevent roaming charges. (North County Times)
LSI Industries Inc. Announces (1) Major National LED Crossover(r) Program and (2) Agreement in Principle to Acquire Solid-State LED Engineering and Manufacturing Business, and Comments On International LED Opportunities and Balance Sheet Jun 30, 2009
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AutoWeek Announces the Launch of Its Nationwide Radio Program Jun 30, 2009
AutoWeek provides readers with more information more often, giving them their car fix before the other guys even start their engines. Buzz up. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Read the 'Cost of Freedom' recap Jun 30, 2009
People were walking out of the plants with spark plugs in their pockets and engines in the backs of their cars. Now that the government is going to own 60 percent of general motors, what do you think the union is going to be able to do. (Fox News)
Fourth festivities: Homestead cabin a focal point for holiday activities Jun 30, 2009
Watch demonstrations of the historic sawmill, antique engines, telegraph, historical surveying, and pay a visit to medieval times with the Society for Creative Anachronism. Special appearance: Missoula's own Jeannette Rankin, the first woman elected to the U.S. Congress in 1916, 1 p.m.. (Missoulian, MT)
Stock Market's Rally Likely to Last Into 2010 Jun 29, 2009
based in Cudahy, Wisconsin, makes engineered metal parts for jet engines, helicopter blades, missiles and industrial applications. The stock is trading below book value and at seven times earnings. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Hybrid education aims to bringcar mechanics up to speed Jun 29, 2009
Taylor says that with normal gasoline engines, if a mechanic is unsure what the problem is, he or she can start taking the engine apart to see what is wrong. But that can t be done on a hybrid. (Triangle Business Journal)
Solar Impulse solar-powered plane unveiled Jun 28, 2009
With the engines providing only 40 horsepower, the plane will fly almost like a scooter in the sky. It will take off at the pedestrian pace of 22 mph, accelerating at altitude to an average flight speed of 44 mph. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Editor’s mailbag: Yes, we have an alternative fuel if only we would make use of it (June 21) Jun 28, 2009
This fuel source is plentiful, reasonably priced, burns in our combustion engines, is much cleaner burning than gasoline or diesel and has been used by almost every state and major city in the U.S. to power some of their cars for decades. Its use would require a minimum of technology for conversion and would allow us to keep oil in the ground for other uses such as fertilizer, asphalt, plastics and the other non-transportation uses that are a vital part of life in the U.S.. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Holliston company adding space - and jobs Jun 28, 2009
Bransfield told a crowd of employees, suppliers, investors and visitors celebrating the move that about 1,500 engines use Rypos filters. The company expects to have sold well over 3,000 by the end of the year, he said. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Sophisticated weather satellite rockets into orbit Jun 28, 2009
"ULA congratulates Boeing and its NASA and NOAA customers for the Pratt ey Rocketdyne Helps Boost Satellite Monitoring Severe Weather Into Space Two Pratt ey Rocketdyne engines helped boost the second in a series of NASA/NOAA Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites, designated GOES-O, into orbit from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla., yesterday, to help scientists monitor severe weather that leads to tornadoes, flashfloods and hurricanes. Pratt ey Rocketdyne, a United... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Daimler launches first hybrid car Jun 28, 2009
German companies mainly focused on diesel engines, the specialists noted. As a result, the German market is dominated by diesels, while hybrids represented only 0. (India Times)
Despite bad economy, July Fourth celebrations south of Boston go on, mostly Jun 28, 2009
It s fire engines and antique cars and ice cream down at the field after the parade. Rich Fahey can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
Inmates In 'Thriller' Video Stage Tribute Jun 28, 2009
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Viewpoint: They’ll make rules forever Jun 28, 2009
How would one determine whether ship engines must idle or can be safely shut off ... All these things engines burning less fuel or running on some alternative, and all kinds of measures to save on gas people will take on their own, and without rules, as petroleum gets more expensive in the coming years. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Earnhardt Jr. visits Vegas Expo Jun 28, 2009
LAS VEGAS -- The Bowling Proprietors Association of America, which has run NASCAR bowling leagues for many years, brought in Dale Earnhardt Jr. to start the engines of about 500 attendees at International Bowl Expo last Monday at the Mandalay Bay Resort. Here are some of his answers to various bowling-related questions. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
* Adventurer prepares for round-the-world solar flight Jun 28, 2009
With the engines providing only 40 horsepower, the plane will fly almost like a scooter in the sky. It will take off at the pedestrian pace of 35kph, accelerating at altitude to an average flight speed of 70kph. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
A Day at the Races Jun 28, 2009
The shifter Karts are powered by 125cc, 2-cycle Honda engines. We have two different types of transmissions, said Kutscher. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Kahne holds off Stewart for first road course win Jun 28, 2009
"But it gave the guys that work at Richard Petty Motorsports a chance to build some better race cars, some better engines and work on the setups. It's paid off. Today was a bonus, and it shows that we do have a lot of smart, really good people who work hard.". Crew chief Kenny Francis said the business issues have been unsettling, even as the No. 9 team began to turn a corner and put together consistent runs. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Official: Dairy farmers in bind Jun 28, 2009
That was the first fuel for engines, Blume said of alcohol. Farmers also used homemade alcohol for disinfectants, solvents and as fuel to light homes. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Georgia's athletics budget in good shape Jun 28, 2009
Two new engines for the airplane ... The association s airplane, used primarily by coaches in recruiting athletes, will have both engines replaced at a cost of $1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Pickup runs on wood and waste Jun 28, 2009
One of those problems, he said, is that the process typically produces particles and other materials that can damage engines. Another is that people would have to be loading up their cars and trucks with wood or other materials, making it impractical. (AZCentral -- News)
GE's Immelt says U.S. economy needs industrial renewal Jun 28, 2009
The world's biggest maker of jet engines and electricity- producing turbines said on Friday it would be building a new manufacturing research center outside Detroit that will employ 1,100 people. The move reflects Immelt's belief that, like many U.S. companies GE has turned too many core technological procedures over to outside contractors and foreign operations. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Google must stop snooping on us Jun 28, 2009
And Google and other search engines may not even be able to tell users when they hand over searches or e-mail messages. In the current (non-terrorism-related) case, Google is refusing to hand over data on patterns of internet use the administration says it needs to uphold child-protection laws. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
China may reject Hummer acquisition Jun 27, 2009
It has cut sales taxes on cars with smaller engines and is encouraging automakers to develop electric and other alternative-energy vehicles. Communist authorities are encouraging companies to expand abroad to diversify the economy but have cautioned against being too hasty or ambitious. (MSNBC -- Business)
Jackson Was Energetic, Upbeat Ahead Of Tour Jun 27, 2009
See what people all over the world use to rev their engines. Then test these love-foods for yourself. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Google slammed in China-U.S. quarrel over Net Jun 27, 2009
China's Foreign Ministry on Thursday accused Google's English language search engine of spreading obscene images that violated the nation's laws, less than 24 hours after disruptions to the company's search engines and other services within China. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Sonoma Notebook: Hendrick to meet with Keselowski about 2010 Jun 27, 2009
SHR buys cars and leases engines from Hendrick, and Stewart has said he's considering adding a third team next season which would give Hendrick even more business. Another potential partner is Red Bull Racing, which is considering leaving Toyota for Chevrolet next season. (Longview Daily News, WA)
The roar of the engines on water Jun 27, 2009
Daily Herald Print Edition. by Della Batts, Daily Herald Staff Writer Published/Last Modified on Friday, June 26, 2009 1:45 PM CDT. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Innovation: Sun-powered plane prototype unveiled Jun 27, 2009
With the engines providing only 40 horsepower, the plane will fly almost like a scooter in the sky. It will take off at the pedestrian pace of 22 mph (35 kph), accelerating at altitude to an average flight speed of 44 mph (70 kph). (MSNBC -- Environment)
Police remind drivers about new cell phone law Jun 27, 2009
Police are using as many resources as they can to get the message out that when that law goes into effect, it will be illegal for drivers to use their hand-held cell phones, iPods or any other portable electronic equipment while their engines are running. The law is sure to affect a lot of people. (Honolulu Advertiser)
BMW secrets revealed Jun 27, 2009
While the new 1-Series will again be available in three and five-door hatchback derivatives, with additional body styles, a range of performance variants, frugal new petrol engines and advanced fuel-saving tech, it should attract a greater market reach. The most exciting additional variant, alongside successors to the two-door coup and cabriolet, will be a new roadster the Z2 which could also be built as a small coup model. (iAfrica.com)
Roadsters Embrace Green Racing Jun 27, 2009
Called green racing, it's a meshing of the fast and furious world of auto racing with the quest for cleaner-burning fuels and more energy efficient engines. But make no mistake about it, being green does not mean being slow. (Science Daily)
One on One with Richard Childress, President and CEO of Richard Childress Racing (RCR) Jun 27, 2009
"Using quality products and regularly servicing your vehicle are the top things a person can do to keep their car performing at its best. At RCR, we are fortunate to work with sponsors like Shell that are committed to developing products that prevent and clean up engine gunk left by lower quality gasolines. For example, the new Shell Nitrogen Enriched Gasolines contain a patented cleaning system that helps protect and clean critical engine parts in both conventional and modern engines, which... (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
National Night Out canceled (1426) Jun 27, 2009
That means children won't be climbing on fire engines, adults won't be passing on concerns about their neighborhoods, and officers won't be giving out goodies to the kids and crime statistics to the adults. Rather than lay off police officers, the Police Department has frozen most vacant positions, meaning that 15 positions aren't filled, Capt. Gary Benincasa said. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Ticking Time Bomb Jun 26, 2009
NASCAR is looking at several options -- crate engines appear to be one likely solution -- but nothing that's a permanent answer ... Roger Penske, Jack Roush, Rick Hendrick, Joe Gibbs Racing, Richard Childress and, yes, Michael Waltrip either own or supply chassis and engines to over half the Cup Series garage. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
F1 teams want independent successor to Mosley Jun 26, 2009
"We will continue to work as teams and manufacturers to reduce costs, as we have with engines and gear boxes,'' said Ferrari principal Luca Cordero di Montezemolo, who led the discussions with FIA. "Our goal is in two years to have costs as we did in the early 1990s ... They included restricting on-track testing and the use of wind tunnels for aerodynamic testing, while savings on engines and gearboxes are in the pipeline. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Honda Announces Production, Sales and Export Results in May 2009 Jun 26, 2009
The result is more than 120 manufacturing facilities in 30 countries worldwide, producing a wide range of products, including motorcycles, ATVs, generators, marine engines, lawn and garden equipment and automobiles that bring the company into contact with over 19 million customers annually. For more information, please visit. (JCN Network, Japan)
With lots of help, Stewart’s doing fine on his own Jun 26, 2009
The Chevrolet powerhouse supplies Stewart-Haas with chassis and engines. Grubb was familiar with the Hendrick equipment, but Stewart (Gibbs), Newman (Penske), Gibson (DEI), and Hutchens (Childress) had to adapt to new stuff. (Boston Globe)
Has the template for a successful JV changed? Jun 26, 2009
IT training solutions provider Aptech is betting big on the Latin American market by entering into a JV with the Falgo group to set up IT training centres in Brazil and automobile major Mahindra dra is reported to be in advanced talks with Caterpillar for a JV making engines for the US firms tractor range, although company sources havent confirmed this yet. So, as cheerless as a global recession might be, Chawla believes that JVs involving Indian companies will have an upward trend. (India Times)
Cash for Clunkers bill Jun 26, 2009
Shaw's business specializes in newer cars, but he said many of the engines from the trade-ins could be reused. However, the bill prohibits resale of the less fuel-efficient engines. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Suzuki soars on possible VW tie-up Jun 26, 2009
It also produces diesel engines using licensed technology from Italy's Fiat. Shares of Suzuki ended up 5. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
GM show celebrates 50 years of El Caminos (1) Jun 26, 2009
It may be hard to sing Happy Birthday Elky over the roar of revving engines. The Carlisle All-GM Nationals, Friday through Sunday at the fairgrounds, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the El Camino by recognizing its versatility and performance. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Google must stop snooping on us Jun 26, 2009
And Google and other search engines may not even be able to tell users when they hand over searches or e-mail messages. In the current (non-terrorism-related) case, Google is refusing to hand over data on patterns of internet use the administration says it needs to uphold child-protection laws. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Technology has its flaws Jun 26, 2009
Likewise, I have been fishing out of boats with prop driven engines for close to 50 years and have always been able to go anywhere on the river I want. In recent years, jet drives have become more commonplace on the river. (NJ.com -- Times)
Fiat hopes tech will make Chrysler deal work Jun 25, 2009
Marchionne now has to prove that Fiat-made cars need fewer repairs and have technology Americans cannot find elsewhere, in addition to persuading consumers to swap more powerful engines for fuel efficiency ... For years, engines have lost energy in this pumping process, said Rinolfi, vice president of Fiat Powertrain Research & Development ... Marco Santino, a consultant with A.T. Kearney in Rome, says MultiAir can be mounted on different engines without having to redesign them. (Boston Globe)
Kahne holds off Stewart for first road course win Jun 25, 2009
"But it gave the guys that work at Richard Petty Motorsports a chance to build some better race cars, some better engines and work on the setups. It's paid off. Today was a bonus, and it shows that we do have a lot of smart, really good people who work hard.". Crew chief Kenny Francis said the business issues have been unsettling, even as the No. 9 team began to turn a corner and put together consistent runs. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Search ends in tragedy Jun 25, 2009
Doty said Rio Rancho s full response on the day of the incident included two rescues, two engines, and on-duty personnel, too, including a rescue swimmer on duty. Later, when the NMSP assumed command of the operation, We assigned units there 24 hours a day to provide any kind of assistance with the search or emergency medical services, with an engine and rescue stationed there. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
U.S. lends $8B to Ford, Nissan, Tesla for energy-efficient cars Jun 25, 2009
9 billion in loans through 2011 and will use them to develop and apply new technologies to standard gasoline engines and to develop electric vehicles. Five assembly plants, in Chicago; Louisville; Dearborn and Wayne, Mich. (USA Today -- Autos)
National Night Out Jun 25, 2009
The kids can climb onto fire engines and other city trucks. If you would like to go to an organizational meeting with me, it will be held on Tuesday, July 14th at 7PM at City Hall. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Mosley to step down after deal to prevent F1 split Jun 25, 2009
Further efforts to create savings on engines and gearboxes in the next three years had already been announced by FOTA in May to help attract new teams. Campos Meta, Manor and Team US F1 will make their debuts next season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
New 'Electronic Glue' Promises Less Expensive Semiconductors Jun 25, 2009
7, 2007) Energy lost from hot engines could save billions of dollars if it could be captured and converted into electricity via thermoelectric devices, according to physicists ... 27, 2007) Breathing new life into an old idea, scientists are developing innovative materials for controlling temperatures that could lead to substantial energy savings by allowing more efficient car engines. (Science Daily)
Son's biodiesel idea fuels new family business Jun 25, 2009
Advocates say environmentally friendly biodiesel offers a compelling alternative to petroleum for diesel engines in trucks and cars ... It is not raw vegetable oil, and it is not intended for gasoline-powered engines, unlike ethanol, which is made from corn. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Summer Fun events 2009 Jun 25, 2009
Pre-parade begins at 8:15 a.m. Fire engines, tractors, police vehicles, floats, and living replicas of national monuments ... Antique tractors, gasoline engines and collectibles. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Editor’s mailbag: Yes, we have an alternative fuel if only we would make use of it (June 21) Jun 25, 2009
This fuel source is plentiful, reasonably priced, burns in our combustion engines, is much cleaner burning than gasoline or diesel and has been used by almost every state and major city in the U.S. to power some of their cars for decades. Its use would require a minimum of technology for conversion and would allow us to keep oil in the ground for other uses such as fertilizer, asphalt, plastics and the other non-transportation uses that are a vital part of life in the U.S.. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
