America's Dirtiest Vehicles Nov 11, 2009
" To determine the dirtiest cars on America's roads, we used air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA rates air pollution on a scale of 0 to 10; the score reflects the amount of tailpipe emissions a vehicle releases. Vehicles that score 10 are the cleanest--they don't emit pollutants like hydrocarbon, nitrous oxides, particulate matter, carbon monoxide and formaldehyde. Greenhouse gas levels (carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide and methane)... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Tiny Robot Swarms Will Study Tiniest Sea Life Nov 11, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009. Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. (Fox News)
Drive Car of the Year, what's it all about? Nov 11, 2009
0-litre V6 and a six-speed transmission, which together take it from the cellar to the penthouse in terms of fuel efficiency ... Ford Falcon G6 The Ford Falcon returns with a minor tweak to its engine that delivers better fuel efficiency. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Review: 'Call of Duty' Lives up to Hype Nov 11, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009. A scene from "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2". (Fox News)
Japan greenhouse emissions fell 6.2% last yr Nov 11, 2009
Recession, warm winter, auto fuel efficiency helped cuts ... A warm winter helped reduce emissions from houses and offices and the transport sector benefitted from higher motor vehicle fuel efficiency and falling land transport cargoes. (AlertNet)
News Corp Sites May Be Removed From Google Nov 10, 2009
Monday, November 09, 2009. News Corp chairman Rupert Murdoch has suggested the company's online newspaper pages including FoxNews. (Fox News)
Footprints Are First Evidence of New Zealand's Dinosaurs Nov 10, 2009
Monday, November 09, 2009. GNS Science / YouTube. (Fox News)
Nigeria: Two Million Mechanics May Lose Jobs Nov 10, 2009
Additionally he said the main factor responsible for this sophistication is to increase the fuel efficiency, reduce exhaust pollution and increase the safety of its occupants. He said mechatronics vehicles in Nigeria dates back to the 1990s. (allAfrica.com)
Recreational Boat Motors Get Greener with New EPA Emission Standards Nov 10, 2009
In another development, the U.S. Navy has reportedly contracted with Solomon Technologies, makers of the famous Zodiac line of rugged inflatable boats, to create a series of hybrid boats where fuel efficiency and stealthy (quiet) passage is of paramount importance. Recreationists, pacifists and Greenpeace anti-whaling activists alike may get the chance to check one out soon, too, as Solomon is already looking into incorporating hybrid technologies into its recreational and commercial product... (Scientific American)
Pull the plug, it's socket science Nov 10, 2009
While praising the nation's improvements to appliance efficiency standards, he pointed out that about 80 per cent of the agency's efficiency recommendations for transport had not been introduced and there was still no legally enforceable fuel efficiency standard. Dr Jollands believes legal standards on energy efficiency are important where the market is failing to deliver reform and cited the example of set-top boxes for pay television, which are usually switched on all day, every day. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
America's Dirtiest Cars and TrucksChrysler dominates Forbes' dirty vehicles list with six. Nov 9, 2009
Just because a car has low fuel efficiency doesn't mean it's the worst polluter on the road ... We broke ties by evaluating the combined fuel efficiency of each vehicle. (ABC News -- Business)
Editorial: Technology gains while mpg drags Nov 9, 2009
The average fuel efficiency of the U.S. fleet in 1923 was 14 mpg, where it stayed for more than a decade, according to the researchers. From 1935, however, fuel efficiency began a steady decline, dropping to a low of 11 ... The 1973-74 OPEC oil embargo then triggered a wave of innovation, and fuel efficiency of the U.S. fleet increased to 16. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Efficiency the key to car culture Nov 9, 2009
US President Barack Obama introduced new regulations in September that mandate a 40 per cent improvement in the fuel efficiency of new cars and light trucks by 2016 ... The mix of available instruments includes mandated fuel efficiency standards, sales taxes, registration charges and stamp duties. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Subaru tours in style Nov 9, 2009
Subaru's horizontally-opposed, turbo petrol engine, with a reputation for powerful acceleration, is combined with a direct fuel-injection system to improveme fuel efficiency and reduce emissions ... This includes the use of a precise energy management system and regenerative brake controls, for improvements in fuel efficiency. (iAfrica.com)
Music Lessons Boost Brain Power Nov 7, 2009
Friday, November 06, 2009. Researchers found a correlation between early-childhood musical training and improvements to nonverbal reasoning, verbal ability and motor skills. (Fox News)
An automobile stimulus Nov 6, 2009
We need forward-looking policy to rev up production of value-added offerings that have high fuel efficiency, safety and smart systems. This does not mean, however, distortionary tax breaks and holidays. (India Times)
No price hikes for Mango Nov 5, 2009
" He adds that the airline guarantees this until New Years Day; 1 January 2010). The barrel price of crude oil now sits at double its lowest floor price late last year. "Low cost airlines, however, are better placed to manage economic turbulence," says Bezuidenhout. "Beyond a business model that dictates operational efficiencies, new generation aircraft, such as the Boeing 737-800 aircraft Mango operates, allows for greater fuel efficiency, ultimately making air travel more affordable. "... (iAfrica.com)
Gas from landfill helping to power waste firm trucks Nov 5, 2009
Waste Management officials said that, together with its other renewable energy projects, the new California facility will help the company advance its corporate sustainability goals, including investing in innovative technologies for managing waste, increasing fuel efficiency of its fleet by 15 percent and reducing fleet emissions by 15 percent by 2020. Comment Blog - Note: All Comments Subject To Approval. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
'Green Metropolis,' by David Owen Nov 5, 2009
For example, increasing the overall fuel efficiency of cars and trucks would seem to be an unimpeachable idea: With better mileage, drivers will use far less gas to get where they're going. But that logic assumes that driving distances will remain the same. (San Francisco Chronicle)
‘Clunkers’ mileage impact queried Nov 5, 2009
In most swaps, fuel efficiency took a back seat. In scores of Cash for Clunkers deals, the government reported spending $562,500 in rebates for new cars and trucks that got the same mileage as the trade-ins, or even worse mileage. (Boston Globe)
* Yulon Motor set to offer Pandas to local motorists Nov 5, 2009
Based on bureau data released on Sept. 17, the four-door Tobe model with a 1,342cc engine posted average fuel efficiency of 15. 5km per liter. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Green your car from top to tires Nov 5, 2009
Newspaper online, Chronicle Newspapers, The Chronicle, The Fairfax Chronicle, The South County Chronicle, The North County Chronicle, Virginia, Lorton, Mason Neck, Fairfax Station, South Springfield, Clifton, Newington. An Independent Newspaper. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Gas Prices Chugging Higher As Holidays Near Nov 4, 2009
See which cars made in the U.S. are best when it comes to fuel efficiency. More and more people are suggesting taxing motorists based on the miles they drive rather than having a fuel tax. (Click2Houston, TX)
It's Sai hybrid Nov 4, 2009
This all contributes to a highly efficient package that can achieve outstanding fuel efficiency between 3. 6 and 4. (iAfrica.com)
Toyota to Withdraw From Formula One to Reduce Costs; Follows Honda, BMW Nov 4, 2009
The carmaker reassigned its racing teams 400 engineers to speed up development of new technologies to improve fuel efficiency and emission levels for mass-produced cars. BMW, which spent an estimated 200 million euros ($295 million) a year on Formula One to market its brand, dropped out in July, a month after the biggest luxury carmaker reported a 13 percent drop in car sales. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Gas guzzlers top sales Nov 4, 2009
Fuel efficiency has become a marketing point for vehicles, but the campaigns and rising gas prices have not caused Mississippians to shift to smaller gas sippers, several dealers say ... About half the vehicles the dealership sold in September and October were large trucks often derided as being the face of poor fuel efficiency, Mitchell said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Air New Zealand to Buy 14 Airbus A320 Aircraft to Replace Domestic Fleet Nov 3, 2009
Air New Zealand has been reviewing its domestic jet fleet to improve fuel efficiency and increase capacity on routes between the nations largest cities. It already operates the larger A320 aircraft on routes to Australia and the Pacific Islands, and expects to save costs in maintenance and fleet management, it said. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Car care advice for consumers facing tough economic times Nov 3, 2009
Industry research confirms that a clean engine can result in better fuel efficiency, reduced emissions and overall optimal engine performance. Fortunately, keeping the engine clean of performance-robbing "gunk" helps it perform better and is as easy as choosing the right gasoline. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
U-T Editorials Nov 1, 2009
It's meant to reduce the interior heat in automobiles so they can have smaller air conditioners and thus have better fuel efficiency and reduced production of the greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming. Wednesday, October 28, 2009. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Innospec Reports Third Quarter Financial Results Oct 30, 2009
Innospec's Fuel Specialties business specializes in manufacturing and supplying the fuel additives that help improve fuel efficiency, boost engine performance and reduce harmful emissions. Innospec's Active Chemicals business provides effective technology-based solutions for our customers' processes or products focused in the Personal Care; Household, Industrial & Institutional; and Fragrance Ingredients markets. (Primezone Releases)
Iata slams UK air passenger tax hike Oct 30, 2009
Instead of raising taxes, the UK government should get behind the aviation industry's ambitious targets to fight climate change by improving fuel efficiency by an average of 1. 5 percent annually to 2020; stabilising emissions from 2020 with carbon-neutral growth; and cutting net emissions in half by 2050 compared with 2005 levels. (Business Report, South Africa)
NASCAR, rooted in fossil fuels, turning over new, green leaf Oct 29, 2009
A greener Sprint Cup Series also seems likely to be embraced by its four manufacturers with federal standards for fuel efficiency expected to rise by 10 mpg by 2016. General Motors, Ford, Toyota and Dodge all are producing hybrid vehicles. (USA Today -- Sports)
Hidden Costs Of Energy Production And Use Oct 28, 2009
There are not substantial changes estimated for those emissions in 2030; while population and income growth are expected to drive up the damages caused by each ton of emissions, implementation of new fuel efficiency standards of 35. 5 miles per gallon will lower emissions and damages for every vehicle mile traveled. (Science Daily)
ATI completes Crucible acquisition Oct 27, 2009
Advanced powder metals provide a new growth opportunity for ATI," Hassey said in a prepared statement. "Improved fuel efficiency standards and green initiatives are driving jet engine operating temperatures to higher levels, which increases the need for powder metal products. In addition to aerospace and defense, we see growth opportunities for powder metals in the oil and gas, electrical energy, and medical markets. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Saving Gas - Vehicle Preventive Mai... Oct 27, 2009
Vehicle Tires and Fuel Efficiency. Proper is a key element for fuel efficiency. (Suite101.com)
'Eco cars' race across Australia Oct 26, 2009
The sort of aerodynamic design and tyres that improve fuel efficiency, which the competition has showcased over the years, have increasingly been adopted by large car makers. With the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Denmark just a few weeks away, Professor John Storey, an astrophysicist from the University of New South Wales, says the race shows that the motoring industry can adapt to environmental challenges. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Recyclers want more time to dispose of clunkers Oct 25, 2009
Used engines from the vehicles were required to be destroyed to promote improved fuel efficiency. The American Recyclers Association, a trade group representing auto recyclers, said the six-month deadline to crush the vehicles was developed in line with the initial $1 billion program, but never took into account the additional vehicles sold when the program was expanded. (Concord Monitor)
Special deal at Shell petrol stations attracts queues, triggers traffic jams Oct 25, 2009
" Shell said the initiative was to remind drivers about the importance of fuel efficiency. Fuel saving booklets were also handed out to drivers. Henry Chu, General Manager of Retail Sales and Operation, Shell, said: "We do not directly claim that it is going to help CO2, but efficiency will reduce the amount of CO2 emissions, so with every full tank that they pump, they save a litre. " Shell deployed 150 Cisco guards at almost all its stations to ensure a smooth flow of traffic. Still, some... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Claas Orbis 900 header Oct 24, 2009
Large drums on the end transport crop to the center and create a windrow effect for the crop to enter the forage harvester, resulting in higher chop quality and increased fuel efficiency. The drums keep the outside rows on each end away from the uncut neighboring rows, giving growers less cob loss. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Cars with the worst fuel economy Oct 24, 2009
President Obama's administration has taken two tacks in encouraging fuel efficiency despite the current low gas prices, Stephan Gallon wrote recently in a R.L. Polk & Co. report: grants, like the $2. 4 billion given to develop electric and hybrid batteries; and legislation, like the CAF standards requiring vehicles to average 35. (MSNBC -- Business)
Houston to host 2010 Shell Eco-marathon Oct 23, 2009
Bringing the Shell Eco-marathon to our hometown of Houston provides the student teams with an all-new setting to stretch the boundaries of fuel efficiency, said Marvin Odum, president of. The eco-marathon has been around since its inception in Europe at a Shell research lab in 1939. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Time for tires? Buying basics for tire shoppers Oct 23, 2009
Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure, and can impact how your car handles and its fuel efficiency. Refer to your vehicle's owner's manual or the sticker on the inside of your car's door jamb for proper tire pressure. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Turbulence: Plane change costs Boeing Oct 22, 2009
The mid-size jet is built with lightweight carbon composite parts to improve fuel efficiency. The 787 is supposed to be ready for its inaugural test flight by year's end, with first deliveries in the last three months of 2010. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
WDCC is Proud to Highlight Navistar International Corporation's Hybrid Diesel Technology on 'Green Magazine TV,' a New Television Series Highlighting Some of the Most Energy Efficient Organizations in the World Oct 21, 2009
That fuel efficiency can increase to more than 60 percent in utility-type applications when the engine is shut off but electric power still operates the vehicle. One major advantage for International's hybrid product is the company's Diamond Logic Electrical system, which integrates the body equipment and hybrid power train so they can work as a single piece of equipment. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Video: Progressive Insurance Automotive X Prize Announces Teams Qualified to Compete for $10 Million and Launches National Student Contest Oct 20, 2009
The contest, called DASH+, challenges students to work together using creativity, design, and math and science skills to develop new gauges, instruments and interfaces to create the "Dashboard of the Future" which will support behavior change to help drivers maximize fuel efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Each team will experience a unique, hands-on opportunity as they design their dashboard which will be accompanied by a written technical plan and a design video pitch to convince both... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Advice from the Top Oct 20, 2009
Q: When oil prices are high, energy companies invest in exploration, auto companies invest in fuel efficiency. That has proved to be disastrous. (USA Today -- Money)
Oil Search Seeks $822 Million After Scrapping Abu Dhabi Project Stake Sale Oct 19, 2009
3 million tons, because of greater fuel efficiency, the oil and gas producer said. There is a high degree of confidence that sales accords for the additional 300,000 tons of LNG from the expanded plant will be signed before a final investment decision, the company said. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
[ more... ] Oct 19, 2009
The fuel efficiency of the Relax Selection two-wheel drive models exceeds the 2010 standards by 15%, qualifying them for incentives and subsidies under the Japanese government's taxation system for environmentally considerate vehicles ... The multi-information display, which indicates average fuel efficiency, possible cruising distance and other data, features enhanced visibility through the adoption of a high-contrast white, organic electroluminescent (EL) display ... Efforts were made to... (JCN Network, Japan)
Glendale, El Mirage skirmish over F-35 noise Oct 19, 2009
The story cites ASU aerospace engineering professor John Rutherford saying technological and fuel efficiency upgrades to the F-35 could help mitigate its noise level. El Mirage is looking at a noise lawsuit filed by a Florida town related to F-35 noise. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
2010 and 2011 will be more difficult than 2009: Peter Huntsman Oct 19, 2009
Other efforts include high performance lighter products for improving aircrafts fuel efficiency or innovative composites and resins for fuel cell applications. Environmental issues are going to be equally important in India or China in coming years as they are in the US or Europe. (India Times)
Honda model updates may come faster Oct 18, 2009
But in the past two years, Ford, GM and Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Co have invested heavily in midsize cars and improved fuel efficiency, safety, ride and performance, pulling even or ahead of Honda and Toyota, Barker said. "The competition, especially in Honda's sweet spot, is only going to intensify in the coming years," Barker said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
UK looks to break climate logjam Oct 18, 2009
India has set targets on fuel efficiency, renewables and forest protection if western nations agree to major greenhouse gas reduction targets, while Indonesia has said it will reduce the growth in its greenhouse gas emissions by 25% from a "business-as-usual" trajectory. "The actions that China and India are taking to 2020 are essential to a successful outcome," Mr Miliband said. (BBC News -- Europe)
U.S. Honda exec says model updates may come faster Oct 17, 2009
But in the past two years, Ford, GM and Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Co. have invested heavily in midsize cars and improved fuel efficiency, safety, ride and performance, pulling even or ahead of Honda and Toyota, Barker said. The competition, especially in Honda s sweet spot, is only going to intensify in the coming years, Barker said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
VOICE OF THE PEOPLE | OCT. 16, 2009 Oct 16, 2009
He allowed states such as California to decide their own emissions and fuel efficiency standards. He then signed equal-pay legislation that reversed workplace discrimination against women. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Airbus, Boeing Study Engine Upgrades to Keep Edge in Single-Aisle Market Oct 15, 2009
At about $70 a barrel, the savings from new engines increased fuel efficiency probably wont be enough to offset the greater costs from having a mixed fleet of engines. If oil returns to levels of $100 a barrel, the 15 percent to 20 percent fuel-efficiency gains would more than balance out additional costs of having two different engine types. (Bloomberg)
The car that uses urine to save the planet... Oct 15, 2009
I know of a fuel cell whicvh wehn attached to a conventional petrol motor will give 25% more power and fuel efficiency without the $140 per service premium announced here ... i ahd it on an old LJ Torana 173cu in motor and it was amazing how much extra power and fuel efficiency it gave also the motor ran cooler too. (The Drudge Report)
Navy tests robotic barnacle buster for warships Oct 14, 2009
Ken Holappa, a SeaRobotics engineer, added, "Just like the navy, the savings to the commercial shipping industry stand to be significant in terms of fuel efficiency and in reducing emissions associated with ship operations in our world's oceans.". If everything goes well, "we anticipate a full ship demonstration probably by 2015, which would involve maybe two Hull BUGs running around for a month on a navy ship to show that they're robust," McElvany told LiveScience. (MSNBC -- Technology)
What Your Car Says About You Oct 14, 2009
" Bauers says Mini owners fall into four categories: brand enthusiasts, who relish the car's British racing roots; design aficionados, who like the car's simple elegance; social butterflies, who want to be part of the Mini community; and gas misers, who crave the Mini's fuel efficiency. Some of the latter group trade down from trucks and SUVs not because they feel financially crunched by high gas prices, but because they want to be conscientious and reduce their impact on the environment. These... (Channelnewsasia.com)
GM to open retooled Flint engine plant by late 2010 Oct 14, 2009
"The Volt represents the next generation of high fuel efficiency vehicles," said GM manufacturing chief Larry Zahner. "We have to convince people this is an everyday car.". (USA Today -- Autos)
The Other Peak Oil: Demand from Developed World Falling Oct 14, 2009
Also, OECD governments, driven by and energy worries, have tightened fuel efficiency standards, while high prices in recent years have also pushed consumers. In the United States, the Obama administration plans to implement rules that push corporate average fuel economy, or , standards to a fleetwide average of 35. (Scientific American)
As big as Boeing? China's got sky-high hopes for its own jet Oct 13, 2009
For the Commercial Aircraft Corp. of China, or COMAC, to achieve the fuel efficiency needed to make its new plane attractive to airlines seeking lower operating costs is a difficult proposition. The plane's designer, Wu Guanghui, told China Daily that COMAC is turning to new, lightweight carbon composites in place of steel for the plane's construction to gain the 12% to 15% in fuel efficiency. (USA Today -- Money)
Standing Apart: 5 Repubs Back Health Reform Oct 12, 2009
S President Barack Obama (R) greets California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger (R-CA) (L) during a press conference announcing fuel efficiency standards in the Rose Garden of the White House May 19, 2009 in Washington, DC. (Mark Wilson/Getty Images). . (ABC News)
Two November referendums target taxation in Maine Oct 12, 2009
It also said the proposal promotes cleaner air and greater fuel efficiency. Chris Cinquemani, campaign chairman, explained the campaign s name. (Boston Globe)
Taxes no 'climate fix' Oct 12, 2009
It said the industry has reached a consensus to improve fuel efficiency by an average 1. 5 percent annually up to 2020, achieve "carbon-neutral growth" from then on and slash its overall emissions by half by 2050 compared to 2005. (iAfrica.com)
* World News Quick Take Oct 12, 2009
Members of the airline industry group International Air Transport Association (IATA) pledged on Saturday to improve fuel efficiency by 1. 5 percent a year until 2020, and called on governments worldwide to provide incentives to speed biofuel development. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
