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Bentley’s new Flagship Mulsanne: The Mighty new V8

April 7th, 2010
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In the third episode of the Mulsanne story, Bentley gives an insight into the engineering of the V8 and the engine-build teams’ craftsmanship. Bentley’s new 6¾ litre, twin-turbocharged V8 engine has been completely re-engineered for the new Mulsanne. Cutting-edge technologies have been employed including two new control systems: cam phasing and variable displacement. In total [...]

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GM Reimagines Head-Up Display Technology

March 17th, 2010
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General Motors R&D and several universities are working on a system that would use data gathered from an array of vehicle sensors and cameras and project images generated by compact ultra violet lasers directly onto the entire surface of the windshield. The GM team is working with Carnegie Mellon University and The University of Southern [...]

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GM Release details of Z06 Carbon Limited Edition

March 17th, 2010
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When the 2006 Corvette Z06 was introduced, it represented the closest connection to the Corvette race cars ever. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 closed the gap between racing and production even further. This year, Corvette continues its tradition of track-to-street technology transfer with the 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition.
  “Designed to further incorporate technology developed through [...]

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FORD: New American Idol Fiesta

March 17th, 2010
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·         Ford is adding an exciting new element to its sponsorship of “American Idol” by giving each of the top 12 contestants a unique opportunity to work with Ford designers and create their own customized 2011 Ford Fiesta graphics
 
·         This new element will be featured in a video segment in tonight’s episode of “American Idol,” [...]

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Honda press conference at the Geneva Motor Show 2010

March 3rd, 2010
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Mr Takanobu Ito, President and CEO of Honda Motor Company, presents the European Premiere of the Honda CRZ.

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Honda CR-Z Hybrid Coupe Makes its European Debut at the Geneva Motor Show

March 3rd, 2010
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The European version of the Honda CR-Z makes its debut at the 2010 Geneva International Motor Show. The European version features a 2+2 cabin layout, bespoke LED accented headlights and is only available with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The CR-Z combines the advantages of a clean, efficient petrol electric hybrid powertrain with a manual transmission [...]

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Subaru press conference at the Geneva Motor Show 2010

March 3rd, 2010
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Mr Ikuo Mori, President and CEO of Fuji Heavy Industries, presents the European Premieres of the SUBARU HYBRID TOURER CONCEPT and of the Plug-in STELLA. Mr Ikuo Mori, President and CEO of Fuji Heavy Industries, presents the World Premiere of the Subaru Impreza XV.

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Chevrolet press conference at the Geneva Motor Show 2010

March 3rd, 2010
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Mr. Wayne Brannon, CEO, and Mr. Bob Lutz, Vice Chairman, present the European Premiere of the Chevrolet Aveo.

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Hyundai press conference at the Geneva Motor Show 2010

March 3rd, 2010
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Mr. Thomas Bürkle, Design chef Hyundai Motor Europe, presents the World Premiere of the Hyundai i-flow (Concept Car).

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Lexus press conference at the Geneva Motor Show 2010

March 3rd, 2010
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Mr Andy Pfeiffenberger, Vice-President Lexus Europe, presents the European World Premiere of the Lexus LFA production model. Mr Andy Pfeiffenberger, Vice-President Lexus Europe, presents the World Premiere of the Lexus CT 200h (C-Premium).

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