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.
Congress Discusses ‘Cash for Clunkers’ Program — ASA Calls for a Repair Option
The “Cash for Clunkers” policy has been discussed during testimony before the House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services, included in draft climate legislation by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and proposed by General Motors Corp. in its business plan submitted to Congress.
New Executive Director Takes the Wheel The AACA Museum at Hershey
Having built and shown her own vehicles for more than 28 years, Holly Bedsole has been named Executive Director of the AACA Museum in Hershey, PA.
White Is Most Popular Color – Again – in 56th DuPont Automotive Color Popularity Report
“Conservative Differentiation” Among Consumers May Be Sign of the Times
Report Card: Let’s All ‘Hit the Ground Running’
Nestled in the beautiful hills of the Appalachian Mountains in New York State is Alfred State College’s Wellsville campus. I’d never been to Alfred State before I was invited to attend a ride and drive event there, sponsored by Tenneco.
Report Card: Special Announcements for 2008
Special End of the Year Announcements from Editor Ed Sunkin
Report Card: Highlights to GM’s Historic Anniversary
Many achievements and some growing pains have occurred during this industry giant’s life. Here are just a few of these many industry-changing accomplishments.
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.”
Special Report: Road Trips – General Motor’s Turbine Firebirds Are Coming to Hershey
Legendary Harley Earl designed Dream Cars will be on display at the Antique Auto Museum September 27 through October 12.