NAVTEQ Traffic Will Launch in 11 European Countries
4 Sep 2009, 10:33 UTC · By: Alexandru Radu Chis / NAVTEQ, a global provider of digital map, traffic and location data for in-vehicle, portable, wireless and enterprise solutions announced today the scheduled launch of the NAVTEQ Traffic service mea...
Alpine Safety View System for Commercial Vehicles
3 Sep 2009, 13:25 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / In-car systems manufacturer Alpine has just announced that it’s working on a new technology destined to improve safety for seeing around corners maneuvering, lane changing and parking. The inn...
Audi TT RS 2.5l to Use BorgWarner Turbochargers
3 Sep 2009, 10:45 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / American supplier BorgWarner announced it will be providing turbochargers and timing drive systems for the Audi TT RS and its new 2.5l five cylinder inline gasoline engine. While maintaining fuel co...
Volvo’s International Mobile Site Spreads Fast
3 Sep 2009, 09:40 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / Some six months ago, the Swedish automaker was launching its international mobile site, aiming to become the leader in the auto industry in this area. Even this is still to be determined one thing i...
TomTom GO x50 LIVE Series Unveiled
3 Sep 2009, 08:58 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / GPS solution provider TomTom unveiled today what is to become their flagship device: the GO x50 LIVE Series. The unveiling of the new GPS was done ahead of its release to the market, scheduled to ta...
Ford Debuts 6.7l Power Stroke V8 Turbocharged Diesel
31 Aug 2009, 13:17 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / American manufacturer Ford has just revealed its new 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbocharged diesel engine that will be available on the next-generation F-Series Super Duty truck. The new unit is exp...
Toyota Is Testing In-Car Breath-Alcohol System
31 Aug 2009, 12:37 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / The Japanese carmaker announced that it has begun testing a breath-alcohol ignition-interlock system, installed on selected trucks and other vehicles of Japanese transport companies. The system, joi...
Ford Vehicles with SYNC Get Aftermarket Navigation from Visteon
31 Aug 2009, 06:55 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / A new in-dash navigation and entertainment system has been announced by the global automotive supplier Viseton Corporation as available. This aftermarket kit named Visteon Navigation Radio System is...
Side Head Airbags Standard on Most 2010 Vehicles
28 Aug 2009, 08:34 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / A 2003 voluntary agreement signed by most car manufacturers (GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Kia, Mazda, Daimler, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Suzuki, BMW and Volkswagen) is beginn...
Shield Tech Launches Transitions SOLFX Photochromic Helmet Visor
27 Aug 2009, 13:56 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / All riders know how hard it is to carry two visors with them when riding, due to the fast changing light conditions. Sometimes neither a clear visor nor a darkly-tinted one is recommended. Therefore...
ESP to Rule China in 5 to 10 Years
27 Aug 2009, 13:19 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is going to become a must have feature in future new cars in China, Jennifer Jiang Director of Bosch China Marketing and Sales Controlling, Chassis Systems Con...
Mercedes-Benz Upgraded Linguatronic on S-Klasse
27 Aug 2009, 09:26 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / German automaker Mercedes-Benz has just announced that the latest generation of the Linguatronic voice-operated control system is entering series production with the 2009 E-Klasse. With the help of ...
Better Place One Minute Battery Switch, Video Included
26 Aug 2009, 15:46 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / One of the key problems associated with owning an electric vehicle, the swapping of a depleted battery with a fully charged one, is about to be solved with the help of Tokyo-based taxis. California ...
GoPet Electric Scooter Now Available
26 Aug 2009, 07:37 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / American electric scooter manufacturer MyGoPet has announced that its GoPet Personal Electric Transportation scooter is now available, offering an environmental friendly alternative to common ways o...
Gresso Introduces Formula 1 Style Mobile Phones
25 Aug 2009, 10:48 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / Luxury electronics company Gresso has just revealed details on the newly-launched Grand Monaco Collection, inspired by Formula 1 racing and rendering the main characteristics of a supercar. As yo...
Fiat Upgrades Blue&Me Media Player Adaptor
25 Aug 2009, 07:49 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / Italian automaker Fiat has announced that it has upgraded its Blue&Me system, with a free of charge software update available for download. Blue&Me is the infotainment system based on the Wi...
Yokohama dB super E-spec Tires for Canadian Prius
21 Aug 2009, 13:07 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / Japanese manufacturer Yokohama announced yesterday the release of a new ultra-low rolling resistance tire, especially created to fit the needs of the Toyota Prius hybrid vehicles. The Yokohama dB su...
Honda Racing Shoe Collection by Fila
21 Aug 2009, 12:06 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / Combining the design heritage of the South Korean sportswear manufacturer Fila with Honda Racing’s experience, the Honda Racing Shoe Collection aims for the young car and racing enthusiasts. ...
Greener Mazda Engines in 2011
21 Aug 2009, 10:41 UTC · By: Bogdan Popa / Japanese manufacturer Mazda hinted that a new range of fuel efficient vehicles are expected to be launched in 2011 and will be improve fuel efficiency across its product lineup by as much as 30 perc...
Clarion Launches New In-Car Multimedia and Navigation Unit
21 Aug 2009, 09:21 UTC · By: Alina Dumitrache / Car audio systems manufacturer Clarion has just introduced in the British market a new multimedia and navigation unit, featuring a Graphical User Interface, easy to operate despite the complexity of...