N.J climate plan for future Jan 5, 2009
In northwest New Jersey, PSE&G is trying to construct transmission lines from Pennsylvania to carry in dirty coal power. In Cape May County, the B.L. England Station coal plant, which was supposed to close, is to be reopened. (NJ.com -- Times)
Mazda3 still outshines most other compacts Jan 4, 2009
The optional automatic transmission's five speeds aren't enough to make the larger engine super quick or efficient ... My car had the standard five-speed manual transmission, which I thoroughly enjoyed ... Available Transmissions: 4-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual. (Boston Globe)
Kabul misery Jan 4, 2009
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Mileage tax? Simmer down Jan 4, 2009
Can t they be tracked already, at least to the vicinity of the transmission towers that last handled signals from a particular phone. Wasn t it that ability to trace the whereabouts of a cell phone that narrowed down the search for a San Francisco family lost in the Coast Range in December 2006. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Obama considers linking Defense Dept. with NASA Jan 4, 2009
January 3, 2009 2:14 PM PST. This is an artist's rendition of Ares I in the assembly building at the Kennedy Space Center. (CNET News)
Costly cleanup Jan 3, 2009
Two new plows are needed for the trucks at about 5,000 to 6,000 each, and a new transmission for one of the trucks costs 12,000. You can't plan for tires or brakes going, DelFavero said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Man pinned under RV still 'critical' Jan 3, 2009
The report said the mechanic came to a residence in the 6100 block of U.S. 1 to fix the rear seal of the vehicle's transmission New Year's Day. The RV's owner, Alan Allison, 68, Port Orange, told the investigating deputy he believes the motor home rolled backward after Richardson disconnected its drive shaft. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
2009 Chevy Cobalt SS sedan offers affordable fun Jan 3, 2009
Changing gears was accomplished through a five-speed manual transmission with a reverse lockout - pulling up a sliding ring on the stalk allowed reverse access ... The transversely mounted engine is coupled to a GM 4T45 four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, that meters motive force to the front wheels ... Engine/transmission: 2. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ford introduces a new coupe version of its 2009 Focus Jan 3, 2009
Of course, any car that has a sporty nature will be equipped with a manual transmission, which surely suits driving enthusiasts ... A four-speed automatic transmission is available. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Weather, economy challenge Upper County Jan 3, 2009
advertisement We had a piece of equipment inside our substation, a transmission switch, fail, Lenz said. Getting people there to evaluate it had to be coordinated with getting a specialist from the West Side over the pass. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Whats in and out in the Tri-Towns Jan 3, 2009
In Boxford, natural gas compressor plants are out after Algonquin Gas Transmission eliminated the Boxford location from its gas line expansion plan. Loading commenting interface. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Wisconsin’s Rural Infrastructure Crisis Jan 3, 2009
Recent state laws require utilities to increase renewable power, requiring new plants and transmission capacity ... Rural Wisconsin could face brown outs and power interruptions in just a few years, due to a shortage of generation and transmission capacity ... Even if we committed today to build base load plants and transmission lines to meet projected demand, we may not have time to design, permit, fund and construct the projects before the storm hits. (Agri-View, WI)
Oshkosh wins $1.12B support contract Jan 3, 2009
2 million U.S. Army contract to supply engines, transmissions and transfer cases for the A4 model of heavy expanded mobility tactical trucks (HEMTT). Work will be performed in Oshkosh with an estimated completion date of Dec. 17, 2009. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Supercharged Jags pay homage to their exalted heritage Jan 2, 2009
2-liter supercharged V8 420-horsepower engine; six-speed automatic transmission (also has paddle shift levers on steering wheel). Curb weight: 3,924 pounds. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Rolls-Royce's new Phantom guaranteed to turn a few heads Jan 2, 2009
75-liter 453-horsepower V12 engine; six-speed automatic transmission. Curb weight: 5,798 pounds. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Audi S5 deserves being called GT Jan 2, 2009
Shifted through a six-speed Tiptronic S transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, the S5 was plenty powerful, hitting 60 mph in a decent 6 ... TRANSMISSION: Six-speed Tiptronic. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ask AP: Digital TV switch, keeping sailors healthy Jan 2, 2009
A reader-submitted question about digital transmissions through analog TV is being answered as part of an Associated Press Qmn called "Ask AP". US Navy - Kyle D. Gahlau, FILE. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Exploiting nature to cut mosquitoes' life short Jan 2, 2009
"By killing old mosquitoes, wMelPop could thus impact on dengue transmission," Pennsylvania State University specialists Andrew Read and Matthew Thomas concluded in an editorial accompanying the work, which they called "a major step.". It's possible that dengue viruses could evolve to incubate more rapidly if their mosquito hosts die younger, they noted, although that likely would be less of a problem than today's insecticide resistance. (Yahoo News)
Just a second, 2009 — the Earth needs to catch up Jan 2, 2009
Critics say everything from satellite navigation to power transmission and cellular communication is vulnerable to problems stemming from programs ignoring the extra second or adding it at different times. Although the time will pass in the blink of an eye, Judah Levine, a physicist at the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Boulder, Colo. (Yahoo News)
What to expect from second stimulus Jan 2, 2009
01 million shares in Hansen Transmissions International to Ecofin, but did not disclose the price. ET Debates. (India Times)
2010 Ford Shelby GT500 Jan 2, 2009
4-liter V-8 Transmission: Six-speed manual Horsepower: 540 (estimated) Torque: 510 pound-feet (estimated) What's new for 2010 ... It will come with high performance Goodyear F1 tires, a quick throw six-speed manual transmission and a specially tuned engine note -- sure to turn heads. (DetNews.com)
John White of Standard Renewable Energy Group LLC Jan 1, 2009
Wind tends to provide power in the evening during off-peak demand, but it can t be stored, plus there is a cost of transmission lines to get from remote wind farms to primary markets. Another drawback is the limited supply of wind turbines and that most urban markets do not have good wind supply. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Ramon Ochoa CamachoOctober 23, 1931 - December 10, 2008 Jan 1, 2009
Ramon held several positions, working in the late 40 s and early 50 s for Southern Pacific Rail Road in Rodeo, New Mexico, to his true passion where he excelled as an automotive mechanic and an accomplished and very sought after transmission re-builder. Ray was a successful businessman as the owner of Superior Transmissions for several years until his retirement. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
2010 Ford Shelby GT500 Packs More Powerful Punch Jan 1, 2009
The twin-disc clutch on the six-speed manual transmission has been significantly upgraded, improving drivability and NVH. The discs on the 2010 Shelby GT500 are larger -- 250 mm in diameter compared with 215 mm in diameter on the outgoing model -- and made of copper and fiberglass to make them more robust. A unique component of the twin-disc system is the control of the intermediate disc. (PR Newswire)
The new, new economy Jan 1, 2009
Huge opportunities for achieving electrical energy efficiency in the areas of demand, transmission and distribution also lie unexplored. Opportunities in water and solid waste management, too, are significant, even as land rejuvenation in urban and rural areas has yet not been harnessed. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
Jaguar XF gets new diesel engine Jan 1, 2009
Both cars are fitted with a six-speed automatic transmission. There s also a new, third-generation common-rail fuel-injection system, which delivers up to five injections on each cycle at a pressure of 2000bar. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Potent Pony: Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Jan 1, 2009
The engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission with an improved short-throw shifter. A new twin-disc 250-millimeter clutch made from organic material provides a smoother engagement of all that torque. (AutoWeek)
TransCanada to go it alone on Colorado pipeline Jan 1, 2009
2 billion cubic feet of gas a day from the U.S. Rockies to a major gas transmission and processing system in the U.S. Midwest. The Calgary-based pipeline company had secured two U.S.-based partners, Enterprise Products Partners LP and Quicksilver Gas Services LP, who took a stake in the pipeline in May and were to be its anchor shippers. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Patterns of knowledge and condom use among population groups: Results from the 2005 Ethiopian Behavioral Surveillance Surveys on HIV Jan 1, 2009
Misconceptions about the transmission of HIV were high and comprehensive knowledge about HIV & AIDS was low, particularly among pastoralists. Consistent condom use and condom use during the last sexual encounter were high among both female sex workers and defense force employees, both with paying and non-regular sexual partners. (BioMed Central)
Versatile and Personal, Gift Baskets are a Hot Holiday Choice Dec 31, 2008
Start with jumper cables, and include all the handy tools necessary to do minor maintenance jobs -- paper hand towels, extra bottles of window washing fluid, transmission fluid and oil. A small tool kit also would be handy, complete with a lightweight hammer, screw drivers and a pair of pliers. (Pekin Times, IL)
GWAC: Dear Barack, Please honor energy commitment ... Dec 31, 2008
Direct the Department of Energy to build a robust EHV transmission system to provide capacity to transfer power (including wind) from one region in the United States to another. Support $45 billion in immediate direct government spending for public building retrofits, expansion of mass transit, freight rail and smart grid systems. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
1966 F1 Season Dec 31, 2008
The Englishman eventually dropped out with transmission failure, which left the way clear for to win for BRM. Lorenzo Bandini finished second in another Ferrari, with Graham Hill third in his BRM. Bob Bondurant was fourth and Ritchie Ginther fifth, although a number of laps behind. Surtees and Ferrari First in Belgian Grand Prix. (Suite101.com)
1994 F1 Grand Prix Season Dec 31, 2008
Berger led briefly, before retiring from the race with transmission failure. Alesi, Barrichello and Coulthard all had spells at the front while the various pit stop strategies played out. (Suite101.com)
1994 Formula 1 World Championship Dec 31, 2008
After dropping back early on he recovered to run as high as second, before retiring with transmission failure. Alesi spun his Ferrari and was then collected by Rubens Barrichello s Jordan, eliminating both cars. (Suite101.com)
Photo by Tom MacCallum /Daily Journal Outer walls for a distribution center are going up at the Richmond County Industrial Park off Freeman Mill Road. The project is being done by SRB Holdings LLC for an owner that has yet to be announced. Dec 31, 2008
Progress Energy also announced it will build a 64-mile, 230-kilovolt electricity transmission line from Richmond County to Cumberland County with eight miles of that line in Richmond County. It was a sad day in Richmond County, although patriotic, when a deployment ceremony was held Nov. 16 for soldiers of Co. E, 1/120th Combined Arms Battalion, N.C. Army National Guard unit in Hamlet. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Jaguar unveil XF Diesels Dec 31, 2008
The car features parallel sequential turbochargers to help deliver the high levels of power and torque while the engine is matched to Jaguar s sophisticated six-speed ZF 6HP28 automatic transmission. Ron Lee, Group Chief Engineer, Powertrain, The new parallel sequential turbocharger system on our new V6 diesel delivers V8 levels of performance from very low revs. (Fleet Directory)
Kulongoski to pursue mileage tax (207) Dec 31, 2008
The concept requires no transmission of vehicle travel locations, either in real time or of travel history, the report said ... " cid1957 wrote on Dec 29, 2008 7:38 AM:" The concept requires no transmission of vehicle travel locations, either in real time or of travel history, the report said ... When I had a little failure in my transmission, their computer was able to tell them what time it happened, how fast I was going and how hard I was driving. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Simple Ways to Make Any Car Run More Efficiently Dec 31, 2008
Invest in fully-synthetic oil and transmission fluid ... Synthetic transmission fluid helps reduce energy losses in automatic transmission, increasing the total powered transmitted to the wheels that would have otherwise been dissipated as heat. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Rescuer recalls eerie scene of 1972 Everglades jet crash Dec 30, 2008
Radio transmission from plane: OK, we'd like to turn around and come, come back in ... Radio transmission from plane: One eighty. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Ford's New 'Active Park Assist' Makes Parallel Parking a Breeze for Lincoln MKT and MKS Owners Dec 30, 2008
The driver still shifts the transmission and operates the gas and brake pedals. -- A visual and/or audible driver interface advises the driver about the proximity of other cars, objects and people and provides instructions. (PR Newswire)
Rise Of The Fix-It Economy Dec 30, 2008
Scott Aherns of North Dallas Auto has been working on and under cars for nearly 20 years, and big repairs like transmissions and engine overhauls are up. In 2007, he did 13. (CBS News)
Australian firm working on beefed-up Nissan GT-R gearbox Dec 30, 2008
The apparent weak spot in the stock transmission, according to PPG, is the teeth on the first gear cog, which develop tiny fractures that eventually fail under repeated stressful launches. For those that won't be able to afford the likely expensive upgrade, but still want to win those prestigious stop-light races, there will be some comfort in knowing the car can still (96km/h) dash without launch control. (Motor Authority)
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss Dec 30, 2008
Engine: 5439cc, supercharged V8 Power: 650bhp @ 6500rpm Torque: 605 lb ft @ 4000rpm Transmission: Five-speed automatic Fuel/CO2: N/a Acceleration: 0-62mph: less than 3. 5sec Top speed: 217mph Price: 815,000 Road tax band: G (400 a year) Verdict: The maddest Merc you ll ever see Production date: June 2009. (Times Online)
Black workers in auto plants face calamity Dec 30, 2008
Nelson White III, an industrial materials analyst at Ford Motor's transmission plant in Livonia, Michigan, said he was concerned that other African-Americans would not receive the opportunities he has. White started as an hourly worker in a Ford factory, attended college under a Ford program and made the leap to management in 1999. (International Herald Tribune)
Legislature 2009: Democrats, GOP take different tack on energy Dec 30, 2008
Llew Jones, R-Conrad, says he'd like to find a way to prevent seemingly endless appeals of projects that already have obtained a permit to build, from wind farms to coal-fired power plants to electricity transmission lines ... Jones says it's fine to talk about building a new generation of alternative power projects, such as wind and solar, but without a better transmission system to move the power to customers, big-time construction isn't going to occur. (Missoulian, MT)
Safe driving goes beyond battling DUI Dec 30, 2008
A car kit should include oil, anti-freeze, transmission and brake fluids, basic tools, signal flare, flashlight (with fully charged batteries) and duct tape. And, of course, don't drink and drive. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Kulongoski proposes mileage tax Dec 30, 2008
"The concept requires no transmission of vehicle travel locations," the report said. The report said that under the Oregon concept of the program, "ODOT would have no involvement in developing the on-vehicle devices, installing them in vehicles, maintaining them or having any other access to them except, perhaps, in situations involving tampering or similar fee evasion activities.". (Longview Daily News, WA)
More of this story Dec 30, 2008
Transmissions between emergency personnel and Wilcox Memorial Hospital on scanner frequencies shortly before 7 p.m. said a female jogger was hit by a truck, making contact with the hood and windshield before being thrown roughly 15 feet. She was breathing but unresponsive to questions from ambulance personnel, according to information heard on the scanner. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
First U.S. tech officer will have hands full Dec 30, 2008
At the top of the list, with more than 12,600 votes, is making the Internet widely accessible and ensuring Net neutrality that is, making broadband connections available on a non-discriminatory basis, with no preferential treatment for any company in terms of transmission speed and quality. In second place with more than 9,800 votes is "ensure our privacy and repeal the Patriot Act," the law enacted after the 9/11 attacks that gives authorities new tools to fight terrorism. (USA Today)
Regional Roundup (282) Dec 30, 2008
The frond blew into a transmission line just before 3 p.m., cutting service to about 8,000 customers, said George Morrow, electric utility director. Power was out in an area roughly bounded by Lodi Avenue to the north; Stockton Street to the east; Harney Lane to the south; and Lower Sacramento Road to the west. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Need to know: John Lewis; KBC; Te... Dec 30, 2008
The company said that the publication is believed to be the first in which germ-line transmission from rat ES cells has been definitively demonstrated and that it uses technology licensed exclusively to SCS.. Dow Chemical: Shares in the American chemicals company slid 22 per cent, the biggest fall in nearly 30 years, as investors reeled from a decision by Kuwait to scrap plans for a joint venture. (New York Post -- Business)
3 Killed as Unrelenting Storms Batter Southland Dec 27, 2008
A rain-related accident on Mt. Wilson tore down transmission lines, interrupting the broadcast of the Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos playoff game on KCBS for two hours. In addition, at least half a dozen radio stations went off the air for more than an hour, including KIIS-FM (102. (Yahoo News -- Severe U.S. Weather)
US, Russian space station crew conduct spacewalk Dec 27, 2008
But in a setback toward the end of the Russian-controlled mission, American Michael Fincke, the station's commander, and Russian Yury Lonchakov had to remove a device they had just installed because of data transmission problems ... Fincke and Lonchakov discovered a problem with the data transmission of a device they installed on a small platform outside the station's Zvezda module. (Yahoo News)
Concerned about proposed high voltage power line Dec 27, 2008
Steve Woods idgmeabreak wrote on Dec 25, 2008 10:20 PM:" Dean, I consider myself both informed and pragmatic. I spent most of my career dealing with electric power distribution issues because a robust grid was necessary for the industry I was part of. In wyoming I had a high voltage line essentially on the back of my property (lot). Transmission lines are run throughout the world. They are all over the USA. If they were a health issue, logic would dictate that they would not exist and we would... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
2008 ... A year in review Dec 27, 2008
March 22 The Bureau County Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously votes against an amendment requiring the burial of transmission lines for power and communications. No one testified in favor of the amendment. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Storm depletes snow budget Dec 26, 2008
There were no major breakdowns of town equipment during the storm although a loader backhoe was out of commission because its transmission was blown, Cummings said. There were no reports of trees falling onto roadways, just tree branches, he added. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Couple lauded for staying put under power line Dec 26, 2008
PGesman Brian Swanson explained the wires involved were transmission lines, the utility's highest-voltage power lines, which carry power to substations where the voltage is lowered for distribution to homes and businesses ... "We have redundancy built into our transmission system in that area," he said. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Ask AP: Digital TV signals, campaign money limits Dec 26, 2008
Do digital transmissions provide stronger and better reception, even through analog TVs ... In contrast, digital transmissions either come in with a strong signal or not at all, so if you're able to view a channel that means the signal is good ... Broadcasters have started to transmit in digital as well as analog ahead of the Feb. 17 deadline for the national switch to digital transmissions. (Anchorage Daily News)
Volkswagen's latest sedan - the 2009 CC - exudes luxury Dec 26, 2008
The four-cylinder motor mates to either a six-speed manual (Sport only) or six-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic ... 6-liter VR6 and six-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission with paddle shifters, and came in Sport trim ... Engine/transmission: 3. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The Chevrolet HHR stands tall in SUV market pool Dec 26, 2008
Transmission: five-speed manual. Wheelbase: 104 inches. (San Francisco Chronicle)
County seeking share of major stimulus bill Dec 26, 2008
The city-county's top funding request so far is 22 million to replace the Big Hole River diversion dam and replace 22 miles of water transmission lines. Another big-ticket project is the roughly 12 million needed for upgrades at Butte's sewage treatment plant to reduce nitrate levels into Silver Bow Creek. (Montana Standard, MT)
IS F is Lexus 'outside the normal' Dec 26, 2008
TRANSMISSION: Eight-speed sport direct shift automatic with paddles. MILEAGE RATING: 16 mpg city, 23 mpg highway. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Wi-Fi beats iPod in geek survey Dec 26, 2008
PLEASE NOTE: Your name is used only to let the recipient know who sent the story, and in case of transmission error. Both your name and the recipient's name and address will not be used for any other purpose. (Techworld.com)
Practical advice about car warranties Dec 26, 2008
The average transmission replacement is around $2,500 ... This is understandable when you consider pre-existing conditions like engine or transmission wear/damage. (CNN)
Hydrogen proponent touts Montana's alternative energy bounty Dec 26, 2008
He bought a hydrogen fuel conversion kit, installed an electric motor and two dozen batteries and hooked them up to the five-speed transmission. Six months later, he had one cool and clean, cheap and quiet ride that goes up to 90 miles before it needs recharging, which takes four to six hours of being plugged into a wall socket. (Missoulian, MT)
