24 South St. Notebook Nov 18, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 1:50 PM EDT. The address for Auburn's Memorial City Hall on South Street is familiar to many follower's of the city's government and its political scene. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
PHA Commission Approves Costs Share of Ship Channel Maintenance Nov 18, 2009
(Agenda K2, K3) The commission approved awarding National Cotton Inc. contracts of $187,978 and $119,021 for the purchase of new engines, transmissions, generator and accessories, and installation of those components, on the Houston Ship Channel public tour boat MV Sam Houston. The project would be funded by an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act National Diesel Funding Assistance Program grant designed to reduce diesel air emissions. (Primezone Releases)
Mack, Volvo engines certified by EPA Nov 18, 2009
New engines designed by sister companies and Mack Trucks, both based in Greensboro, have been certified by the Environmental Protection Agency as meeting new, strict emissions guidelines which take effect on Jan. 1. The engines are the first to receive the certification for reducing emissions of nitrogen oxides and other particulates to almost zero, the government standard for all heavy-duty engines sold after the first of the year ... Both companies engines are using a technology called... (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Cruise ship stuck in ice Nov 18, 2009
"It's floating, it has its engines and control.". "There is a lot of floating ice, as happens in this time of year, and the boat encountered a large ice mass, which has slowed its return to Ushuaia," he said Tuesday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Diesel truck deadline looms Nov 18, 2009
The retrofits are mandated under a state law designed to improve air quality by reducing the amount of fine particulate matter emitted by the engines ... Owners have to use an evaluation process and pick what s known as the Best Available Retrofit Technology (BART) for the engines ... It s not lost on our members that there are thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of diesel engines that will never have to be retrofit. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Kenyans Outraged After Government Ditches Mercedes for Volkswagens Nov 18, 2009
But some officials' old Mercedes have engines smaller than 1,800 cc. Should they be exempt from the change. (Time.com)
E-Transportation Jump-Start: Coalition Seeks to Pave the Way for Electric Vehicles Nov 18, 2009
If they are powered by internal combustion engines, "we are on an unsustainable path," he added. "When you look at the alternatives that are available, electrification of short-haul transportation becomes the only viable alternative.". (Scientific American)
General Motors will build hot-rod Cadillac CTS-V sport wagon Nov 18, 2009
Doesn't cost GM much since it's a simple matter to drop the big engines into the new. It could claim some of the market still smarting over the demise of Chrysler's Dodge Magnum, which Drive On thinks history may judge as one of the coolest cars of all time. (USA Today -- Money)
First Drive: 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour Nov 17, 2009
5-liter V6 engines in each are very similar (268 hp in the Venza, vs. the Crosstour's 271 hp). However, the Venza is slightly longer, taller, and wider than the Crosstour, giving it more luggage space (30. (BusinessWeek)
Economic Recovery Inspires Innovation and Frustration Nov 17, 2009
General Electric (), for example, created Power by the Hour, bundling jet engines, financing, fuel services, and operations and maintenance contracts. Bundling products and services creates stronger customer loyalty and improves both revenues and margins. (BusinessWeek)
Mercedes acquires F1 team Brawn GP Nov 17, 2009
"From fighting for our survival to forging a strong relationship with Mercedes-Benz High Performance Engines, winning both the constructors' and drivers' world championships and now accepting Daimler and Aabar's offer to buy our team, which will secure its future." ... Mercedes will continue to supply long-term partners McLaren with engines until at least 2015, but the company's 40 percent shareholding in the team will be reacquired by McLaren over the next two years. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Mercedes buy Brawn, Button set for McLaren Nov 17, 2009
Mercedes, whose engines powered Button the 2009 title, will continue to supply McLaren for the next six seasons. Since clinching the title in Brazil last month Button has been in protracted contract negotiations with Brawn, the 29-year-old reportedly turning down a STG4 million ($A7. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Tips on how to keep your engine performing at its best Nov 17, 2009
Danny Lawrence, the assistant chief engine builder and trackside engine department manager for Earnhardt-Childress Racing Engines and the No. 29 Shell-Pennzoil Chevrolet, has more than a little experience working with car engines, both in the shop and at home ... "Because of my role in building engines at work, it's embarrassing if something is wrong with one of my cars at home," says Lawrence ... "Transmission maintenance, a lot of people will forget. Most people won't maintain the belts and... (Chronicle Newspapers, VA)
New Golf GTI v 3 hot hatches Nov 17, 2009
As with the original GTI, all four are based on mainstream hatchbacks but with more powerful engines, firmer suspension and a sportier look. So which hot hatch best excels at combining the key elements of price, practicality and performance. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Mercedes-Benz takes over Formula One team Brawn GP Nov 17, 2009
The German car maker had previously supplied Brawn with engines and will continue to supply both Ross Brawn's team and McLaren ... McLaren said in a statement it would continue to use Mercedes engines until 2015 and that the team would continue to be known as McLaren Mercedes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Historic auto shop runs afoul of city, neighbors Nov 17, 2009
"I see engines that are on pallets, sitting outside. I see them at curbside doing all kinds of things.". The city's Oct. 5 notice specifically cited Medina for parking cars on Van Ness and Princeton as they were waiting for service in his shop. (Fresno Bee)
Rising U.S. Auto Demand Spurs Sales for Mexico's Alfa, Kuo as GDP Recovers Nov 17, 2009
Automakers need to produce hybrid vehicles, electric engines and more efficient power trains, he said. These are areas where Mexico is present and where the local companies can go the next step toward these new technologies of higher efficiency, he said during a Nov. 10 interview at a Monterrey business summit. (Bloomberg -- US)
Nitpicking GMs Third-Quarter Results Nov 17, 2009
Still, GM may be planning to at least have some small-car technology and, more importantly, fuel-efficient engines in reserve should gas prices jump up around $4 a gallon again. This is one reason , rather than selling the European division. (Slate)
Mercedes buys out Brawn Nov 17, 2009
Mercedes, whose engines powered Button the 2009 title, will continue to supply McLaren for the next six seasons. Since clinching the title in Brazil last month Button has been in protracted contract negotiations with Brawn, the 29-year-old reportedly turning down a four million pound offer. (iAfrica.com)
Listen, Watch, Read: Computers Search for Meaning Nov 17, 2009
The technology will not be challenging the industry leading search engines any time soon ... VizSeek is one of the first search engines on the Internet to use a photograph, a 2D image, or a 3D model and transform it into a 3D shape. (Science Daily)
Perfect World Announces Third Quarter 2009 Unaudited Financial Results Nov 16, 2009
"We keep strengthening our competitive advantages in our industry by strategically crafting a highly diversified portfolio of truly differentiated games. We have a rich pipeline of six games that span the 3D, 2.5D and 2D market segments. By utilizing our specialized game engines and production studios, we are building a variety of franchises that include flagship titles in each of these individual market segments." ... Perfect World primarily develops online games based on proprietary game... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Google must stop snooping on us Nov 16, 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)
Rolls-Royce invests 300m in UK Nov 15, 2009
It also said it would open a new plant in Singapore to make wide chord fan blades for commercial engines. The plant will create 500 new jobs in the city state. (BBC News -- Business)
Rolls-Royce in $2bn engine orders Nov 15, 2009
2bn) of aircraft engines to power Airbus planes for Air China and Ethiopian Airlines ... 5bn Air China order involves providing Trent 700 engines to power 20 A330 aircraft that will be delivered from 2011 ... And the $480m Ethiopian order covers Trent XWB engines for 12 A350-900s planes that will begin service in 2017. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Hogan's Blog: Friday Storm Watch and Weekend Traffic Look Ahead Nov 14, 2009
We went on air early and are excited to have started the KIRO 7 traffic department engines early on this Friday the 13th, hope it's a lucky one for all. Join KIRO 7 morning traffic tweets on Twitter - Live Traffic tweets sent to you as soon as we see something that will affect your morning drive. (KIRO TV, WA)
Kost USA to move 30 people, add 10 in $10M expansion Nov 14, 2009
Kost s primary end markets are users of heavy-duty diesel engines, including off-road mining vehicles and over-the-road trucks. It also makes industrial heat-transfer fluids used in power plants, natural gas pipeline systems, and large heating and cooling systems at facilities such as Busch Stadium in St. Louis and Soldier Field in Chicago. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Lifehouse at NASCAR Nov 14, 2009
John McCain will help kick off the races with the familiar command of "Gentlemen, start your engines" on Sunday, and will appear onstage during the pre-race ceremony to welcome fans and drivers to race. Honorary Official Sgt. Slaughter: World Wrestling Entertainment Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter will get behind the wheel of the pace car for the Able Body Labor 200 on Saturday and appear at the pre-race ceremonies on Sunday. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
BMW, Chinese partner to invest $A793m Nov 14, 2009
These measures included slashing taxes on cars with engines smaller than 1. 6 litres and subsidising alternative-energy vehicles. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Straight-six racer Nov 13, 2009
Straight-six engines are what BMW does beautifully in cars, but not bikes. At least that used to be the case. (iAfrica.com)
Kids need the internet Nov 13, 2009
Along with search engines like Google, educational websites like www. saeverything. (iAfrica.com)
Zongshen PEM Power Systems Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results Nov 13, 2009
VANCOUVER, Nov. 12 /CNW/ - Zongshen PEM Power Systems Inc. ('ZPP' or the 'Company') (TSX:ZPP), today announced its financial results for the three-month and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2009. While we believe that electric vehicles are the product of the future, China is the worlds largest growth market for gas motorcycles, accounting for 15 million units, or about 30 percent of the global unit volume, in 2008. (Canada Newswire)
GM unveils new Buick, Chevrolet Nov 13, 2009
It is equipped only with four-cylinder engines to boost fuel economy. Even more is riding on the smaller Cruze, which must sell in larger numbers than the Regal because of its lower profit margins. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Institutions upset with KOEL stake sale plan Nov 13, 2009
Institutional investors are miffed with the announcement by Kirloskar Oil Engines (KOEL) to sell its shareholdings in its six joint ventures to a group company, Kirloskar Systems for Rs 250 crore ... Institutional investors are miffed with the announcement by Kirloskar Oil Engines (KOEL) to sell its shareholdings in its six joint ventures to a group company, Kirloskar Systems for Rs 250 crore. (India Times)
GM needs new Buick, Chevy entries to be hits Nov 13, 2009
The flabby old Regal, discontinued five years ago in part because it couldn't compete with the Camry and Honda's Accord, bears little resemblance to the new one, which Bierley said is equipped only with four-cylinder engines to boost fuel economy. At first the car will have only one engine choice, a 2. (MSNBC -- Business)
Former CEO Dieter Zetsche has advice for Chrysler Nov 13, 2009
More diesels and smaller-displacement gasoline engines are certain, he says, because of fuel-economy regulation and buyer demand for better mileage. But they won't necessarily be in very small cars, he says, because technology can make the engines powerful enough and smooth enough to replace bigger engines, especially in luxury cars with enough profit margin to pay for such advanced technology. (USA Today -- Money)
Continental AG bows out in Elma Nov 13, 2009
Production at the facility, which made sensors for automotive engines and transmission controls, ceased the first week of November, a company spokeswoman said. A couple dozen employees will continue working through the end of the year and a very small team will remain in place through mid-January to finalize administrative and operational matters, Communications Manager Sue Frederick said. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Clicker launches a TV guide for the Internet Nov 13, 2009
com advertises "no more hunting for videos." And there are video search engines like Truveo and BlinX.. "There are sites where you can watch programs, and there are a range of sites that touch all the different pieces, but I am unaware of anyone who does all of these things," said Greg Sterling, of Sterling Market Intelligence. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Marathon gave new perspective on park trail Nov 13, 2009
Instead of always catering to our infernal combustion engines, lets instead cater to people, and enhance the tranquility of Woodward Park and the Eaton Trail. Don H. Gaede. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Black Carbon: A Visible but Overlooked Factor in Warming Nov 13, 2009
That soupy brown air is the result of so-called black carbon expelled into the atmosphere in and around the Indian capital, from the burning of biomass for cook stoves and black coal for electricity, and the incomplete combustion in the old diesel engines that propel most of the cars and trucks in the city. Breathing here isn't all that good for you there's a reason the city is home to the "Delhi cough" and now scientists are discovering that the sooty air isn't good for the climate either. (Time.com)
Tennessee engineers create hybrid motor Nov 13, 2009
There were about 250 million vehicles on American roads last summer, according to the s 2009 NADA DATA report, most powered by traditional internal combustion engines ... Hybrid electric motors are making their stand in the marketplace, he said, citing Fed Ex s recent action of retrofitting close to 100 delivery trucks with electric engines. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Smart Meter Blows Up At Business Nov 13, 2009
Some employees at Henry M.M. Engines said their Smart Meter caught fire, which sparked concern and questioned the safety of these new meters ... PG&E officials said they are investigating the problem at Henry M.M Engines, but so far are not sure as to why the meter seemed to be burned up at the plant. (KERO 23, CA)
10 Best College Presidents Nov 12, 2009
Gordon Gee's school is known for football and a band that marches in cursive, but universities today must be engines of regional economies, he says ... Nearly every great national challenge from the raising of our children to the quality of our food supply, from the hunt for clean energy to the struggle against insurgent enemies, from the quest for opportunity to the search for sustainable prosperity depends for a solution on institutions of higher ed. Classrooms and labs are today what mines... (Time.com)
Electric dream machines Nov 12, 2009
Dr Simpson said while there would always been a need for combustion engines in some vehicles, their domination was coming to an end. "Globally what we are expecting to see is plug-in cars both battery and rechargeable plug-in hybrids reach probably five per cent of the market or 10 per cent or more by 2020,'' he said. "So they will become increasingly prominent over the next decade although I think it will be in the following decade where they become the predominate technology. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Microsoft brings more Web data to Bing results Nov 12, 2009
Traditionally, search engines from Google and others respond to users' queries by offering links to other sites that Web surfers can go to for information. Microsoft, whose search engine ranks third behind those from Google and Yahoo, introduced several changes Wednesday aimed at answering people's questions without sending them to an outside page. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Subaru: Japan's Hottest Car Company Nov 12, 2009
While larger Japanese rivals have won plaudits for building reliable but sometimes dull cars, Subaru has specialized in making sporty all-wheel-drive cars and SUVs powered by turbocharged boxer engines. In 2009, Subaru is standing out from the crowd for another reason: Unlike most other , it's enjoying hot sales. (BusinessWeek)
So far, Obama has a record you can believe in Nov 12, 2009
Investing in "green" jobs and education reform as key engines of economic development. And then there's health care reform. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Younger Busch's team is penalized Nov 12, 2009
Since Roush Yates Engines will be supplying motors to the team next year, RPM is shutting down its engine shop ... Joe Gibbs Racing was prepared to build engines for both Ganassi cars, including the No. 42 for Juan Pablo Montoya. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rekindle the spark: Relationship rescue for your partner and your car Nov 12, 2009
BP gasoline with Invigorate offers a unique cleaning formula that helps keep engines clean. A cleaner engine performs more like that of a new vehicle, keeping cars running younger for longer - which can help restore fuel economy lost to a dirty engine, minimize exhaust emissions, and result in smoother acceleration with reduced hesitation. (Chronicle Newspapers, VA)
24 South St. Notebook Nov 11, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 1:50 PM EDT. The address for Auburn's Memorial City Hall on South Street is familiar to many follower's of the city's government and its political scene. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Activists hijack FB groups Nov 11, 2009
Search engines not giving you the results you want. Then check out these handy tips. (iAfrica.com)
Racing back with Buell Nov 11, 2009
After the RR1000, Buell's motorcycles continued to evolve, using newer versions of Harley-Davidson-based engines as they emerged. In 1989, a two-seat version of the RR model, the RS1200, was rolled out for riders who wanted top performance and two-up comfort. (iAfrica.com)
Japanese will come back to F1 one day, says Ross Nov 11, 2009
It will take a while, it s going to take a few years but Honda s was their second or third involvement in Formula One, added Brawn, whose team use Mercedes engines and have been linked to a takeover by the German carmaker. Manufacturers look at the value to them of Formula One, there s no sentiment I m afraid. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
The Questioner Nov 10, 2009
Do our fire engines have ladders to reach the heights in case of emergencies. Why are our hospitals few and far between and so disastrously ill-equipped. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Dynamic Announces Receipt of $600,000 in Subscriptions Under Unit Offering; Changes in Management Nov 10, 2009
Currently, Mr. Hoffman is serving as a Director on the Board of GTF Aerospace Inc., a Brampton Ontario company, specializing in nano coatings for engines in the aerospace sector. In his public service, Mr. Hoffman is volunteering as Treasurer of Christians For Israel, Canada, responsible for Planning and Development. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
John's celebrates 40 years of wheeling forward Nov 10, 2009
His machine shop closed in after 15 years because instead of needing engines overhauled at 50,000 miles, many vehicles now don t need work until they reach 200,000 miles. The parts have changed as well. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Golf GTI v hot-hatch rivals Nov 10, 2009
As with the original GTI, all four are based on mainstream hatchbacks but with more powerful engines, firmer suspension and a sportier look. So which hot hatch best excels at combining the key elements of price, practicality and performance. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Newton North students probe future of fuel, environment Nov 10, 2009
One student wanted to delve into biodiesel-powered engines, and as they worked on the project in class, he realized the subject tapped into subjects beyond science marketing, business ethics, finances and more. In that subject, it s everything I ever wanted kids to grapple with, said Chinosi, who studied up on biodiesel and applied for a grant to support a student club that worked on the technology. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
More hot rodders choose to be environmentally friendly Nov 9, 2009
Both and Ford Motor introduced engines for hot rodders that bask in their ecological friendliness as well as their horsepower output ... "People on the 'green' side of the business think hot rodders are building big engines belching smoke," he says ... It's not just engines that are becoming greener. (USA Today -- Autos)
Kia's West Point debut Nov 9, 2009
At the same time, an on-site engine plant in Montgomery will make engines for the Kia Sorento being built in West Point. Other automakers in the Southeast also rely on having suppliers close by. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
* Swiss solar-powered plane rolled out Nov 8, 2009
Solar Impulse, the Swiss bid to make the first solar-powered flight around the world, rolled out its prototype on Friday at an airbase near Zurich and powered up the engines ... With its engines running at full power, it gave the impression of wanting to get off the ground straightaway. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
F1's future is written in red unless passionate owners return Nov 8, 2009
Then Williams, a team to which it supplied engines, ended its arrangement with Toyota a year early ... Should Renault decide to follow Toyota, BMW, Honda and Bridgestone out of the vipers' nest, the Red Bull team will be hoping the French giant keeps to its deal to supply engines for the use of drivers Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel next season. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Google must stop snooping on us Nov 7, 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)
Chrysler dismantles electric car plans Nov 7, 2009
The Obama administration, which has set a target of putting 1 million rechargeable cars on the road by 2015, gave Fiat a 20 percent stake in Chrysler in exchange for bringing vehicles and more fuel-efficient engines to Chrysler. Marchionne has forecast that Chrysler will be at break-even on a net basis in 2011. (India Times)
The Airport: Delta deal best way to keep flying high Nov 7, 2009
Why should the council behave like 747 pilots who re throttling up jet engines for a fast takeoff roll. For one, acting quickly will bring a measure of stability to Hartsfield and Delta, giving both entities the ability to move forward on mid-range plans. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Neal Boortz: Like a tossed cat,I’ll keep on howlin’ Nov 7, 2009
We gather the necessary sound effects: wind, aircraft engines, flapping parachutes, howling cats and the noise of the appreciative crowds. To create the sound effect of a cat that had not been successfully caught, we dropped 5 pounds of wet paper towels on a tile floor. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
