http://www.auto123.com/en/rss-feeds RSS 2.0 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.auto123.com/en/news/green-wheels/electric-car-charging-points-in-uk?artid=113403 Transport Secretary Andrew Adonis today invited cities and businesses to join together to bid for the money which will help fund the installation of charging points on streets, car parks and in commercial, retail and leisure facilities. Department for Transport UK Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/58-new-lighting-products-for-automobiles?artid=113366 HILLSOBORO, N.H., - OSRAM SYLVANIA, the world leader in automotive lighting solutions, announces today the launch of 58 new automotive lighting products. The array of new headlight and signal bulbs, the most SYLVANIA has launched in its automotive lighting division's history, represent the company's response to changes in the market and consumer demand. Sylvania Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/green-wheels/mitsubishi-makes-history-by-supplying-mass-produced-all-electric-cars?model=I-MIEV&make=MITSUBISHI&artid=113417 VANCOUVER, B.C. - Mitsubishi Motors Sales of Canada Inc. (MMSCAN), British Columbia and the City of Vancouver made history today when three mass-produced, all-electric, zero-emission Mitsubishi i-MiEV passenger cars were presented to the City of Vancouver and BC Hydro. These three vehicles represent the fulfillment of a promise made by MMSCAN to the Government of British Columbia, BC Hydro and the City of Vancouver on April 6, 2009, with respect to providing i-MiEV cars for testing and evaluation. Mitsubishi Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/a-gift-idea-that-can-help-save-lives?artid=113400 Again this year, the Mécaglisse complex in Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci, Quebec, is offering winter driving courses tailored to Quebec's weather conditions. Marc Bouchard Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/20-years-of-tdi-engines-from-audi?artid=113390 Audi is celebrating another very special anniversary in 2009: the 20th birthday of TDI technology. In the fall of 1989, the Audi 100 2.5 TDI - the first Audi with a direct-injection turbocharged diesel engine - was exhibited at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. Audi Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/pricing-announced-for-2010-honda-crosstour?model=ACCORD+CROSSTOUR&carid=1102300100&artid=113377 TORONTO, - The all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is set to debut at Honda dealerships across Canada on November 24 with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $34,900 for the EX-L two-wheel-drive model. There is also an EX-L four-wheel-drive version and a top-of-the-line EX-L Navi trim with Honda's satellite-linked navigation system. All Crosstour models feature a 271-horsepower 3.5-litre V6 engine. Honda Canada Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/ajac-car-of-the-year-as-seen-by-team-auto123com?artid=113359 TestFest is well behind us. As a group, we've talked and discussed the event from top to bottom, looking back at the vehicles that struck us and those that failed to leave any type of impression. As we pondered the 2010 crop of cars, we realized that our picks for COTY and TOTY differed very much from one another. Whether it's an age issue related to personal preference or other, we are looking forward to the results. One thing is certain though, the Germans seem to be on to something. Auto123.com Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/2010-audi-a8-to-be-unveiled-on-the-eve-of-design-miami?artid=113354 The 100th anniversary year of the Audi brand is set to culminate with a very special occasion. November 30 sees the world premiere of the new Audi A8 - in the extraordinary setting of Miami. Here the brand's new flagship will be presented in a truly innovative way in the Audi Pavilion, a temporary museum structure. Audi Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/green-wheels/production-of-the-smart-fortwo-electric-drive-begins-in-hambach?model=FORTWO+COUPE&make=SMART&carid=1095800100&artid=113352 Hambach, France / Stuttgart, Germany - This week, Daimler AG started production of the smart fortwo electric drive at the smart plant in Hambach, France. In a first step, 1,000 vehicles will be provided to customers participating in various mobility projects in major cities in Europe and the U.S., in order to generate broad feedback on electric driving under everyday conditions. Mercedes-Benz Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/the-new-beetle-blackorange?model=NEW+BEETLE&carid=1106300800&artid=113328 Wolfsburg, - Volkswagen defies the grey everyday world of autumn and launches the New Beetle "BlackOrange". This exclusive supermini series is an eye-catcher thanks to its Red Rock (orange) or black uni metallic paintwork and its special model lettering on its doors. Volkswagen Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/27-winners-of-2010-top-safety-pick-award?artid=113324 ARLINGTON, VA -- Nineteen cars and 8 SUVs earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick award for 2010 For the first time, good performance in a roof strength test to measure protection in a rollover is required to win. Insurance Institute For Highway Safety Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/2011-mazda2-will-make-its-debut-at-the-los-angeles-auto-show?model=2&artid=113318 (Irvine, CA) The long-anticipated 2011 Mazda2 will make its North American debut at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show next month. Designed and engineered by Mazda, and already an award-winner in countries all over the world, the Mazda2 brings a level of style and driving dynamics to the North American subcompact segment that no other competitor can offer. The vehicle will be sold in the U.S. and Canada beginning in late 2010. Mazda Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/the-2010-auto123com-awards-finalists-are-announced?artid=113317 Laval, - Auto123.com, Canada's leading automotive web portal, is proud to announce the finalists of the "2010 Auto123.com Awards" that will be handed out on November 26, 2009. Auto123.com Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/2009-design-challenge-at-la-auto-show?artid=113292 The OnStar Car Hero is a vehicle and a game... it turns driving into gaming and challenges your skills against the car's autonomous system. Imagine a gaming experience which can actually teach a beginner to drive or challenge the experienced... whether you're a lowbie or a legend, Car Hero takes "getting there" to a whole new level. Los Angeles Auto Show Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/auto-claims-spike-after-first-snowfall?artid=113306 Toronto, ON - Driving in bad weather conditions poses many challenges to Canadian drivers, and as the country is getting ready for another winter, Aviva Canada Inc., one of the major insurance providers in Canada, reminds motorists to exercise caution on the road. Aviva Canada Inc Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/bufori-cs-new-generation-of-modern-sportscars?artid=113297 Malaysian luxury car manufacturer BUFORI Motor Car Company (BMCC) is extending its model range and will soon be launching a new generation of modern sportscars. Bufori Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/kia-motors-begins-production-at-its-first-manufacturing-plant-in-north-america?artid=113287 The first U.S.-built Kia vehicle, a white All-new Sorento, rolled off the production line today at Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG), officially opening the first U.S. Kia Motors plant. KMMG is expected to produce 300,000 vehicles at full capacity and employ 2,500 people, with on-site and nearby suppliers creating 7,500 additional jobs in the region. Kia Motors America Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/green-wheels/hyundai-motor-company-unveiled-the-24-theta-ii-gdi?make=HYUNDAI&artid=113284 To help meet its goals of environmental leadership, Hyundai Motor Company today unveiled the 2.4 Theta II GDI, its first Gasoline Direct Injection engine before an audience of engineers attending the Ninth Annual Hyundai-Kia International Powertrain Conference. Hyundai Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/green-wheels/toyota-iqs-set-to-eye-up-traffic?model=IQ&make=TOYOTA&artid=113277 A supplier of traffic-surveillance cars to local authorities and police forces has started trialling Toyota iQs, with a view to replacing its current small-car fleet. Toyota Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-news/chevrolet-at-the-los-angeles-international-auto-show?model=EQUINOX&artid=113266 DETROIT - Chevrolet affirms its commitment to fuel solutions and building refined, eco-friendly vehicles with the debut of the U.S. production version of the Cruze sedan at the Los Angeles Auto Show, on Dec. 2. The Cruze, along with the much-anticipated Volt electric vehicle, will give visitors to the L.A. show a close-up view of Chevrolet's expanding lineup of gas-friendly to gas-free products. General Motors Corporation Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0400