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Japanese bridges to generate power from vibration It’s not the first time the Japanese have taken the novel concept to reality. A bridge over the Arakawa River already uses the vibrations from passing cars to power some of its lights at night. The new project will expand the technology to the other four bridges on Tokyo’s Shuto Expressway. Working on the same principles that transform electrical impulses in speaker wire into mechanical movements, or vibrations, in speakers and headphones - except in reverse - the equipment fitted to the... Article added: 2008-06-14 06:15:25 Article Views Rating: 118
Jenson Button takes the Civic Type R around the ‘ring Honda F1 star Jenson Button takes a Civic Type R around the famed German widow-maker, the Nurburgring, and just to make things a bit more interesting he does it while its raining and answering questions from an interviewer. Even for a man used to the fast pace of F1, the ride around the ‘ring is, in Button’s own words, “a rush”. Follow the jump to watch a video of the event in full. [source] Article added: 2008-03-25 07:31:05 Article Views Rating: 201
Kahn and Cosworth modifying cars under one roof The new Kahn Cosworth Range Rover Sport will be the first time a production car wears a Cosworth badge since the 1990s. It’s also the first time UK tuning firms Kahn and Cosworth have teamed up to work on a car and the duo seems a perfect match in what’s described as high-end styling meets high-performance tuning. Kahn has been heavily involved with the aesthetic improvement of Range Rover’s for some time now, creating a range of custom wheel and bodykit packages. However, now that... Article added: 2008-04-20 07:58:51 Article Views Rating: 454
Kelley Blue Book 2008 Brand Image Awards Influential auto resource Kelley Blue Book KBB and its marketing research team have compiled a list of vehicles based its consumer perception data. Researchers look at carmaker’s achievements in creating and maintaining brand attributes that consumers look for when buying a new car, and is one of the best indicators of how certain brands are perceived by the public. The winners were announced during a media event at this week’s New York Auto Show and include top picks for ‘Best Interior Design’... Article added: 2008-03-22 19:53:36 Article Views Rating: 347
Ken Livingstone loses London mayoral election, c-charge stays Ken Livingstone has lost the mayoral race in London, effectively ending his reign during which he notoriously introduced the London congestion charge to the city. His departure reflects the animosity felt by Londoners towards “Red Ken” and his controversial policies, including campaign promises to increase the congestion charge and reduce speed limits in order to battle congestion. The new mayor of London, Boris Johnson, won support thanks to his stance against the increased congestion... Article added: 2008-05-04 12:02:52 Article Views Rating: 111
Kimi Raikonnen buys Corvette owned by Sharon Stone Reigning Formula 1 world champion Kimi Raikonnen has shelled out €200,000 for a 1974 Chevrolet Corvette ’73 model pictured once owned by Hollywood actress Sharon Stone. Raikonnen bought the car at a charity event for the Elton John Aids Foundation on the eve of the Monaco Grand Prix. Raikonnen’s new Corvette has just four miles on the odometer and is currently stored in Los Angeles - apparently none of the original owners drove it much. While €200,000 may seem a little expensive for a... Article added: 2008-05-26 14:48:52 Article Views Rating: 117
Knight Rider KITT Mustangs sell for $300,000 This weekend’s Barrett-Jackson Auction in Palm Beach, Florida, saw a pair of Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR muscle cars from the new Knight Rider series go under the hammer for $300,000. The cars were sold together as a pair and the buyer was also offered the chance to snap up a brand new 2009 GT500KR, one of only 746 cars, for list price. The cars included the regular KITT Hero the regular GT500KR as well as the KITT Attack model a high-speed version with additional aero parts, and all proceeds from the... Article added: 2008-03-31 04:36:22 Article Views Rating: 184
Knight Rider KITT Mustangs sell for $300,000 This weekend’s Barrett-Jackson Auction in Palm Beach, Florida, saw a pair of Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR muscle cars from the new Knight Rider series go under the hammer for $300,000. The cars were sold together as a pair and the buyer was also offered the chance to snap up a brand new 2009 GT500KR, one of only 746 cars, for list price. The cars included the regular KITT Hero the regular GT500KR as well as the KITT Attack model a high-speed version with additional aero parts, and all proceeds from the... Article added: 2008-04-01 05:38:19 Article Views Rating: 128
Last hopes fade for besieged Mosley Any remaining support for embattled FIA president Max Mosley withered bare on Sunday, as the formula one world rested from the sex scandal for 91 minutes to take in the Bahrain grand prix. It was a day that went from worse to hopeless for the 67-year-old Briton, who - barred from the event by the royal family - watched from one of his homes in Europe as Felipe Massa win the Sakhir race. F1 chief executive Bernie Ecclestone, whose refusal to condemn his lifelong friend thus far was a lingering hope for... Article added: 2008-04-08 05:01:05 Article Views Rating: 101
Last hopes fade for besieged Mosley Any remaining support for embattled FIA president Max Mosley withered bare on Sunday, as the formula one world rested from the sex scandal for 91 minutes to take in the Bahrain grand prix. It was a day that went from worse to hopeless for the 67-year-old Briton, who - barred from the event by the royal family - watched from one of his homes in Europe as Felipe Massa win the Sakhir race. F1 chief executive Bernie Ecclestone, whose refusal to condemn his lifelong friend thus far was a lingering hope for... Article added: 2008-04-08 05:00:38 Article Views Rating: 92 |
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