The Mayor of London has announced that Transport for London (TfL) is to install energy busting LEDs at 3,500 traffic lights at around 300 junctions in the Capital. This represents a £2.4 million investment for thousands of new energy saving lights in traffic signals.
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TORONTO, - Average annual expenditures on vehicle maintenance and repair services have declined by approximately 7 percent from 2008, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Canadian Customer Commitment Index StudySM released today.
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During a recent summertime hot-spell, I visited a local creamery for a giant ice-cream cone. While my artery-clogging snack was being prepared, I didn't notice the crowd gathering in the parking lot around the electric blue Genesis Coupe 2.0T I drove there.
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In just one month's time Goodwood will be swaying to the strains of 'Happy Birthday' when the 120,000+ visitors to the Goodwood Revival (18-20 September) sing in harmony to wish Sir Stirling Moss - a.k.a. Mr Goodwood - their heart-felt best wishes for his 80th birthday.
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An unprecedented combination of low emissions and sheer driving pleasure: 4.1 litres/100 kilometres (equal to 68.9 mpg imp) and 109 grams CO2/km for 120 kW/163 hp. Most fuel-efficient and lowest-emission model in BMW's current product portfolio sets new standards in the midrange segment.
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MINI USA announced today the introduction of a free app to MINI owners that allows access to roadside assistance with the touch of an icon. The new MINI Road Assist mobile application was developed by Allstate Roadside Services and is available for iPhone and select BlackBerry users. The app connects users to roadside assistance while automatically supplying the service provider with all relevant information about the vehicle, most importantly, its exact location.
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ERLANGER, Ky., - Toyota will add capacity at its engine plant in Huntsville, Ala. to increase North American production of four-cylinder engines. The expansion will allow Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama (TMMAL) to produce 216,000 four-cylinder engines annually. Production will begin by summer 2011.
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Prior to morning practice on Friday at the Valencia circuit, the Red Bull energy drink-owned team announced that Sebastian Vettel has extended his contract with Red Bull Racing until the end of 2011.
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German Michael Schumacher has not stopped his new physical training programme even though he called off his formula one comeback.
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As Auto123.com revealed on Thursday morning, beginning in 2010, Michael Andretti will run the race team, while partners will run Toronto and St. Petersburg IRL races.
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Brawn GP driver Rubens Barrichello set Friday morning the fastest time in the first free practice session for the Grand Prix of Europe held in the streets of Valencia, Spain.
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Kia Motors Corporation has appointed a new President to continue the leadership of one of the world's fastest-growing automakers.
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Dreieich, - With the interactive configurator for wheels and complete wheels Volkswagen Accessories provides drivers with the ability to virtually equip their vehicles with a variety of wheels or complete wheels either on the Internet or directly at their Volkswagen partner. The three dimensional system offers customers a decision-making aid prior to making their purchase, enabling them to virtually test a diverse range of models.
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Local hero Fernando Alonso installed his Renault on top of the timing sheets on Friday afternoon in the second free practice session for the Grand Prix of Europe in Valencia.
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MONTREAL - From August 20 to 23, BIXI will be in seduction mode, trying to win over our neighbours down south with five demonstrations on the island of Manhattan. During the four-day campaign BIXI reps will be on-site to answer questions about the new Montreal system and its operation.
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Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC), along with its German distributor Mitsubishi Motors Deutschland (MMD), is providing 2 new-generation electric vehicle (EV) i-MiEVs to Fraport AG, the owner of the Frankfurt Airport, one of Europe's major hubs in a major promotion for the vehicle.
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One of the longest-running 'will he/won't he?' sagas in formula one memory continues to persist, as MotoGP star Valentino Rossi admitted the possibility he might switch codes.
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Seven-time Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher has apparently decided to put a stop to his motorcycle career as he has put up for sale his racing bikes.
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IRVINE, Calif., - Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) announced today that it will issue advanced $20 Million to its dealers that the company believes will more than cover the credits earned during the federal government's Cash for Clunkers (CARS) program.
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