Clean diesel car registrations increased by 24.3 percent in the U.S. from 2010 through 2012, while registrations as a whole only increased 2.8 percent, according to new data compiled for the Diesel Technology Forum.
Monthly Archives: April 2013
Bully Dog recognized in Ontario for changing the speed limiter
Currently Ontario law requires the speed limiter to be set at 65 mph or 105 kph for class 8 tractors.
Rolls-Royce Wraith on display at Harrods until Saturday
Rolls-Royce Wraith made its debut last month at the Geneva Motor Show. It was also shown to selected few at their manufacturing plant near Chichester.
Couple found guilty of stealing GM secrets
A Michigan couple found guilty of stealing General Motors trade secrets related to hybrid-car technology to help develop similar vehicles in China will be sentenced today in a U.S. District Court in Detroit.
Former GM engineer Shanshan Du and her husband, Yu Qin, stole GM hybrid technology to build a hybrid electric vehicle in China with Chery Automobile Co., a Chinese auto manufacturer and GM competitor.
Engine Rebuilders Council offers guidelines for remanufactured/rebuilt engines
When a car comes into a shop experiencing serious engine trouble, the first reaction of the car owner may be to buy a new vehicle. However, a new car purchase may not be the best alternative for the customer.
If the vehicle is in relatively good shape, the Engine Rebuilders Council (ERC) suggests reviewing all options with the customer to see if a remanufactured/rebuilt engine is the right choice for them.
