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Wildlife Federation lauds EPA fuel stickers

The National Wildlife Federation on Friday praised the use of new fuel-efficiency stickers that will start appearing on vehicles' windows in 2013 because of a new directive introduced Wednesday by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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By: Hawke Fracassa

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ASME 2011 Turbo Expo to feature turbine expertise of Concepts NREC

Concepts NREC, a world leader in turbomachinery-focused design and development, CAE/CAM software and manufacturing services, will have significant presence at the ASME 2011 Turbine Technical Conference and Exposition (ASME 2011 Turbo Expo) June 6-10 at the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre in Vancouver, B.C.
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By: Frank Sherosky

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2011 Audi A3 rocks fuel-efficiency rankings

The 2011 Audi A3, a $30,000 car that averages 35 mpg, was the runaway winner in the latest NADAguides rankings of most fuel-efficient vehicles. The 3 won in three categories as the most fuel-efficient car on the road in the sedan, luxury and sports car classes.
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Most of us say we're not ready for electric cars

There is strong anti-electric car sentiment among Americans who say overwhelmingly that they don't think they're quite ready to own cars and trucks that aren't powered by gasoline or diesel fuel, according to a Gallup Poll of Americans commissioned by USA Today.
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Sirius XM Radio stock (Nasdaq: SIRI) hits $2.42 for second time in three weeks

When a special report on 5/13 by CNBC brought Sirius XM Radio stock (Nasdaq: SIRI) to the forefront of investors’ minds, the charts which told the story were looking for a possible retest of some swing lows. Today, it may be communicating the start of testing swing highs by completing the test and closing higher at $2.325 while hitting a $2.42 high, a level not seen since July, 2008.
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BMW's new technology may end automotive collisions with bikes

The German manufacturer announced they are developing technology that can extrapolate when a vehicle is about to turn into oncoming traffic. The system is called Turn Left Assistant, and it can alert drivers of cars, trucks and motorcycles with a heads up display, even braking the car when necessary.
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By: Don Bain

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Tesla going far with its smog-free Roadster

The Tesla Roadster 2.5 has become iconic for "best of both worlds." The stylish six-figure sports car not only delivers the equivalent of an almost unbelievable 124 miles per gallon on an electric charge but also is expected to snag a perfect greenhouse gas and smog emissions rating from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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Torque News remembers Mark Haines (1946-2011) of CNBC Squawk On the Street

In a shock to auto stock sector readers at Torque News, Mark Haines, founding anchor of CNBC’s morning Squawk Box program and later co-anchor of Squawk on the Street passed away Tuesday evening at age 65.
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The ill effects of natural disasters on fuel prices

Hurricane Katrina shut down the majority of oil refineries in the Gulf of Mexico during 2005, causing fuel prices to skyrocket overnight. A national gas rush ensued leading to a widespread shortage lasting weeks. As tornadoes, floods and hailstorms ravage the heartland, the floods are far from over and may yet impact those oil refineries downstream near the mighty Mississippi.
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By: Don Bain

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Cars you should know: Lamborghini Countach

There is nothing, and I mean absolutely nothing that could prepare the automotive world for the Lamborghini Countach. This car single-handedly punched every other super car in its face and stole its girlfriend.
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By: Roman Rosa

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