Monthly Archives: April 2013

GE unveils LNG in a box system

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Small-scale solutions such as the LNG In A Box system may encourage the transition of long-haul trucks from diesel fuel to LNG.

Surveillance technology reduces car thefts

Surveillance technology has reduced vehicle theft by 88 percent, according to Spy Associates, a surveillance equipment manufacturer.

In the 1970’s Massachusetts had some of the highest car theft rates in the country, according to the company. It’s estimated that one out of every 35 cars in the state had been reported stolen. The Bay State used to be notorious for vehicle theft, but over the past few decades changes in technology have helped change that, according to Spy Associates.

Near miss: Lynx Eventer

The Jaguar XJ-S may have gracefully aged into the perfect GT car, but back in 1975, when launched, it was criticised for gawky styling. Lynx decided to do something about that and turn it into a shooting brake.

do Technicians favor mandatory technician licensing?

VehicleServicePros  has invited their readers (mostly technicians) to weigh in on mandatory technician licensing and/or government-administered certification. Readers can cast their vote online.

Tesla Motors and Fisker Automotive: a tale of two electric cars

Albert Einstein once said:  “Make everything as simple as possible, but no simpler.”  Pundits always pursue the former, but often fail to uphold the latter.

Such has been the case recently in regards to the prospects for electric vehicles.  Will electric vehicles be commercially successful or won’t they?  As often happens, there is superficial evidence supporting both sides of the argument.