Monthly Archives: April 2014

Honda Mean Mower officially the fastest lawnmower in the world

We knew Honda’s Mean Mower with its 109bhp 1000cc engine from a Honda VTR firestorm, along with bespoke suspension, all-new fabricated chassis and bigger wheels is very fast, going from 0-60mph in 4.0 seconds.

Continental takes over full ownership of Zytek Automotive

With effect from 3 February 2014, international automotive supplier Continental has taken over full ownership of its former joint venture, Zytek Automotive, based in the UK.

It previously had a 50% shareholding in Zytek Automotive. Both companies have agreed not to disclose the price for the acquisition.

Ford boosts Fiesta output in Germany on growing demand

Ford boosts Fiesta output in Germany on growing demand

Ford says it has increased production of the Fiesta at its German plant in Cologne to satisfy growing demand for the subcompact model.

Jon Stewart Shreds General Motors for Its Massive Recall

Jon Stewart Shreds General Motors for Its Massive Recall

The latest General Motors recall is a serious problem: more than a million cars are at risk, and the mechanical problem (a faulty ignition switch) is responsible for at least 13 deaths. With a mess like this, sometimes Jon Stewart has to be the voice of reason.

U.S. Senators probing GM raise prospect of criminal wrongdoing

U.S. Senators probing GM raise prospect of criminal wrongdoing

A U.S. Senate panel raised the prospect of criminal prosecution and promised more hearings over General Motors’ failure to fix a defective ignition switch, as GM CEO Mary Barra withstood intense questioning from lawmakers frustrated by a lack of answers.