Millenials Offer Advice for Making Cars Cool Again
Deloitte issues results of survey analyzing Gen Y’s relationship with the automobile.
Fueling the Future: The Engine Building Industry’s Take on Alternative Fuels
For engine builders looking for a way to go green, alternative fuels offer a lot of promise, but currently, some of the limitations may make it a challenge to build engines for some alternative-fuel platforms. It is important to know what you can and cannot do from a legal standpoint.
Senators Introduce ‘Sell Fuel-Efficient Cars Act of 2008’
Another Cash for Clunkers Proposal to Be Considered By Congress
White Is Most Popular Color – Again – in 56th DuPont Automotive Color Popularity Report
“Conservative Differentiation” Among Consumers May Be Sign of the Times
DuPont Reports Progress in Developing Next Generation Automotive A/C Refrigerant
The new refrigerant candidate, hydrofluoro-olefin (HFO)-1234yf, is the product of a joint development agreement between DuPont and Honeywell, which have been working closely with automotive manufacturers and their suppliers to conduct extensive safety, environmental and performance testing.
Lubricants: Modifying Consumer Oil Change Habits
Is it a good idea for your shop to try and save your customers 50% or more on their oil change services? With two simple steps, you and your customers may be able to significantly extend oil change intervals and save them money.
Motor Oil Under the Microscope
Most people think motor oil is only a lubricant that reduces friction and wear inside an engine. But it also helps cool bearings, pistons and other parts, and helps prevent rust and corrosion.
Special Report: Alternative Fuel: Diesel Vehicles Available in the U.S.
In 2008, 12 auto manufacturers have announced or introduced at least 13 diesel models to the U.S. market and unveiled four concept cars with a diesel powertrain. Thus, the growing resurgence of clean diesel technology in the U.S., coupled with the additional environmental and economic benefits of biodiesel, are giving American consumers more options to “drive green” than ever before.
According to the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, there are now more than 4.8 million diesel cars, pickups and SUVs registered in the United States.
Most analysts expect continued growth in the diesel market. Researchers at J.D. Power and Associates predict that diesel sales will approximately triple in the next 10 years, accounting for more than 10 percent of U.S. vehicle sales by 2015 – up from 3.6 percent in 2005.
Special Report: Alternative Fuels – Diesel Vehicle Growth in the U.S.
According to the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, there are now more than 4.8 million diesel cars, pickups and SUVs registered in the United States.
Most analysts expect continued growth in the diesel market. Researchers at J.D. Power and Associates predict that diesel sales will approximately triple in the next 10 years, accounting for more than 10 percent of U.S. vehicle sales by 2015 – up from 3.6 percent in 2005.
Fueling this rapid growth is the fact that diesel vehicles are now much cleaner and incredibly fuel efficient, typically getting 20 to 40 percent more miles to the gallon
than a comparable gasoline engine. So far in 2008, 12 auto manufacturers have announced or introduced at least 13 diesel models to the U.S. market and unveiled four concept cars with a diesel powertrain. Thus, the growing resurgence of clean diesel technology in the U.S., coupled with the additional environmental and economic benefits of biodiesel, are giving American consumers more options to “drive green.”
Engine Remanufacturer Addresses “Green” Questions
Jasper Engines and Transmissions Seeks to Educate Consumers on Environmental Preservation