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EU cars on track to meet 2015 carbon emissions goal

EU cars on track to meet 2015 carbon emissions goal

EU car emissions fell 2.6 percent in 2012 from 2011, official figures showed on Wednesday, adding to a fierce Brussels debate on how quickly automakers can improve vehicle fuel efficiency.

Backlash from women drivers over Beijing police tips

Backlash from women drivers over Beijing police tips

Don’t wear high heels while driving. Make sure you release the handbrake before setting off. And don’t panic if you suddenly realise you’re going the wrong way.

XRS and Navistar test real-life fleet diagnostics system

XRS Corporation announced today at the American Trucking Association (ATA) Management Conference and Exhibition that the company is real-time testing a new remote diagnostics platform from Navistar, Inc.

The new system – Navistar OnCommand Connection – is the first single remote diagnostics portal to use an open architecture system, allowing direct interfaces with existing telematics providers.

Honda demonstrates automatic driverless valet parking system

Honda has developed a low-cost, automatic valet parking system which uses parking lot surveillance cameras to help park cars automatically.

NHTSA recalls Audis over sunroof glass and fuel line issues

NHTSA recalls Audis over sunroof glass and fuel line issues

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 to 2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013, because the standard sunroof glass panel may shatter, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.