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Scuderi reveals another split-cycle engine breakthrough at SAE 2011 World Congress

With engine variations growing from its basic split cycle to its air-hybrid version, Scuderi has now discovered how to make its patented split-cycle engine smaller while increasing power and reducing fuel consumption. SAE papers officially avail on April 13.
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By: Frank Sherosky

EPA praises Toyota’s commitment to environmental excellence

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TEMA), its 2011 ENERGY STAR Sustained Excellence Award in recognition of continued leadership in environmental protection through energy efficiency and management. TEMA received the award at a special ceremony in Washington, D.C. April 12.
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By: Don Bain

Study defines critical errors teen drivers make

A recent study by The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and State Farm Insurance Companies hones in on the most common errors teen drivers make that lead to a serious crash. These include failing to recognize potential hazards soon enough and driving too fast for ambient conditions.
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By: Don Bain

Automakers display big wares at SAE 2011 World Congress

Compared to last years SAE World Congress, this year’s event has major OEMs like GM, Kia and Nissan showing off their electrified technology; but, as usual, Ford wins the race in displays.
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By: Frank Sherosky

Infiniti G37 Coupe hits rally roads of Spain as safety car

It's almost stock but it still looks like fun. An Infiniti G37 Coupe is being supplied to the Royal Spanish Motorsport Federation as a safety car for the Spanish Rally Championship. The safety car checks the condition of the route before the event.
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By: John Matras

Lexus LF-Gh concept to make world debut at 2011 NYIAS

Featuring a fresh new spindle-shaped grille and foreshadowing the Lexus models to come, the Lexus LF-Gh concept car will make its global debut at the 2011 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). This model may create the benchmark for the next level of the luxury touring sedan.
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By: Don Bain

Kbb.com Names Top 10 Green Cars of 2011

Gasoline prices have crossed the sensitive $4 a gallon price point in some parts of the country and people are cutting back their driving. With this in mind, the authorities at Kbb.com have selected what they consider the top 10 most fuel-efficient vehicles on the market today.
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By: Don Bain

A 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 burns on Brampton Assembly line

Thanks to cell phone shots and information on the enthusiast forum Moparts.com, we have learned that in the last week a limited edition 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 caught fire and burned inside of the automaker’s Brampton, Ontario assembly facility.
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By: Patrick Rall