Daily Archives: July 8, 2013

GNU open-source auto technology programming

GNU open-source auto technology programming code

The technology migrating to the modern car contains millions of lines of programming code, some of which is open-source and a free license to a software’s blueprint.Photo credit: AUDI

Throughout its history, the automotive industry has propelled competition in horsepower, styling and even cup holders.

Yet the digital age has spawned a new type of vehicle owner — an earbud generation less interested in steel and torque than in lifestyle management and fuel economy.

Fond Farewell to BMW M3 as production ceased

BMW M3 production came to a halt

Since 2007 the BMW M3 has given true driving pleasure to owners world wide. This week the legacy has come to its final chapter, as the last M3 rolls out the assembly line.

Maximillian Ahme says BMW performances have reached the limit

bmw m3

Bad news to BMW fans who were not pleased with reaching 100 kmh within 4 seconds! One of most respected voices behind the German car maker says that they are not going any further.

SAE: Controversial refrigerant is safe

SAE says a person is 20,000 times more likely to die in a plane crash than be exposed to a vehicle fire caused by a leak and ignition of HFO-1234yf.

SAE International, after a new round of tests, said a controversial refrigerant favored by most automakers is safe for use in mobile air conditioning units.

Goodwood Festival of Speed

Honda’s racing line-upHonda has confirmed that a great line-up of cars, motorcycles and drivers from its rich racing past will be starring at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, which takes place on 11-14 July.

Famous riders and dtivers include Freddie Spencer, three time World Motorcycle Grand Prix champion, and John Surtees, the only man to have won both the F1 championship and the World Motorcycle Grand Prix, as well as Gabriele Tarquini, Gordon ‘Flash’ Shedden, Matt Neal, John McGuinness, Alex Lowes, Ralph Bryans and Stuart Graham. All will be tacling the Goodwood Hillclimb throughout the three day Festival.