RPT-US to propose labeling greenhouse gases from cars - Finanz Nachrichten (Newcastle-under-Lyme)

RPT-US to propose labeling greenhouse gases from cars - Finanz Nachrichten
WASHINGTON, Aug 30 (Reuters) - The United States will propose on Monday new labels for passenger vehicles detailing for the first time their greenhouse gas emissions, while also changing measurements of fuel economy. The
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Li-ion batteries in electric cars greener than believed - Daily News and Analysis
For the first time, researchers at Empa have made a detailed life cycle assessment (LCA) or ecobalance of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, in particular the chemically improved (i.e. more environmentally friendly) version
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'Buckle Up in CARS and TRUCKS and THINGS THAT GO!' AAA and Cookie Jar Promote - MSN Money
Partnership drives home safety messages to families via animated Busytown Mysteries series and AAA's popular TourBook travel guides. "Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children
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69 cars crash in Arizona downpour (photo) - New Haven Register
PHOENIX, Ariz. — A surprise downpour sparked collisions involving 69 vehicles on an interstate near Phoenix's downtown area Saturday evening, closing the westbound roadway for hours and sending seven people
Source: www.nhregister.com

Japanese Stocks Fluctuate as Shipping Lines Gain, Cars Drop - BusinessWeek
Sept. 1 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks fluctuated as shipping lines gained, while carmakers dropped as the yen traded near a 15-year high against the dollar. Toyota Motor Corp., the world’s largest carmaker
Source: www.businessweek.com

Several Freight Cars Derail In Fort Worth Area - msnbc.com
RICHLAND HILLS, Texas (AP) - A freight train derailment in the Fort Worth area that left several cars off the tracks has interrupted passenger rail service until possibly Wednesday. Crews worked to fix the torn-up tracks
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Analysts See August Auto Sales Down From '09 - WNEM (Wick)

Analysts See August Auto Sales Down From '09 - WNEM
SAGINAW, Mich. -- August auto sales are expected to be much lower than the year-ago month, a time when sales were pumped up by the federal government's Cash for Clunkers vehicle trade-in program, according to
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Jobs, Autos, Manufacturing on Wednesday's Calendar - Seekingalpha.com
Today is the busiest day of the week for economic releases, with important news about the auto sector, energy, employment, construction and manufacturing. Challenger Job Cut Report will be released at 7
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Carolina Herrera To Be Honored With "Mercedes-Benz Presents" Title - Luxist (St Ouen)

Carolina Herrera To Be Honored With "Mercedes-Benz Presents" Title - Luxist
Carolina Herrera will receive the distinguished title of "Mercedes-Benz Presents" designer for this season's spring/summer 2011 collection debuting on Monday, September 13, at 10 am at Lincoln Center, the new
Source: www.luxist.com

MERCEDES GP PETRONAS: F1 2010 Belgian Grand Prix Preview - eMercedesBenz
After the summer break for MERCEDES GP PETRONAS teammates, Formula One returns to action next week with Round 13 of the 2010 World Championship. The Belgian Grand Prix will be held at Spa-Francorchamps, located in the
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Setback for Mercedes - New York Times
A gearbox penalty to the Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg has compounded what is shaping up to be a tough Belgian Grand Prix for the German Formula One team. Michael Schumacher qualified 11th and Rosberg 12th, but
Source: www.nytimes.com

Mercedes with Tesla batteries to debut in Paris - Birmingham Business Journal
A small Mercedes-Benz electric car with batteries from Tesla Motors Inc. will make its debut at the Paris Motor Show in October. Daimler AG , the parent of Mercedes-Benz, has worked with Palo Alto-based Tesla (NASDAQ
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Setback for Mercedes - New York Times (Great Hallingbury)

Setback for Mercedes - New York Times
A gearbox penalty to the Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg has compounded what is shaping up to be a tough Belgian Grand Prix for the German Formula One team. Michael Schumacher qualified 11th and Rosberg 12th, but
Source: www.nytimes.com

Carolina Herrera To Be Honored With "Mercedes-Benz Presents" Title - Luxist
Carolina Herrera will receive the distinguished title of "Mercedes-Benz Presents" designer for this season's spring/summer 2011 collection debuting on Monday, September 13, at 10 am at Lincoln Center, the new
Source: www.luxist.com

Mercedes with Tesla batteries to debut in Paris - Birmingham Business Journal
A small Mercedes-Benz electric car with batteries from Tesla Motors Inc. will make its debut at the Paris Motor Show in October. Daimler AG , the parent of Mercedes-Benz, has worked with Palo Alto-based Tesla (NASDAQ
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MERCEDES GP PETRONAS: F1 2010 Belgian Grand Prix Race Results - eMercedesBenz
An action-packed and exciting Belgian Grand Prix in Spa today saw MERCEDES GP PETRONAS drivers Nico Rosberg and Michael Schumacher come home in sixth and seventh places to score valuable points for the team. The mixed
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Jenson Button Gets His Mercedes C63 AMG DR 520 Uber Wagon - MotorAuthority
August 26th, 2010 Being the reigning Formula 1 World Champion has its perks. Like getting your hands on a one-of-twenty limited edition 520-wheel-horsepower Mercedes uber wagon, for example. Jenson Button today took
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Meet the Cash Kings of Autos - Motley Fool (Jedburgh)

Meet the Cash Kings of Autos - Motley Fool
As an investor, it pays to follow the cash. If you figure out how a company moves its money, you might eventually find some of that cash flowing into your pockets. In this series, we'll highlight three big
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Auto sales push consumer spending higher - Daily Breeze
WASHINGTON - Americans spent last month at the fastest pace in four months, helped by a jump in demand for automobiles. Consumer spending rose 0.4 percent in July after three lackluster months, the Commerce
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Auto discounts drying up - San Gabriel Valley Tribune
For years, Americans shopping for cars were treated to all sorts of deals and incentives, including Cash for Clunkers, which paid up to $4,500, or promotions that offered employee discounts to everyone. But
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Ford Recalling 575K Windstar Minivans for Axle Failure - Momlogic.com
The recall covers vehicles in the model years 1998 to 2003 sold or registered in states where the heavy use of road salt can cause more corrosion. That includes Canada, New England, the Mid-Atlantic states and the Great
Source: www.momlogic.com

US authorities to clean up car labeling - The Independent (Dollar)

US authorities to clean up car labeling - The Independent
Choosing a greener car could be about to get easier for US consumers under new legislation proposed August 30 by the Obama administration. Under the first of the federal ideas, each vehicle will be given a bold letter
Source: www.independent.co.uk

U.S. proposes grading cars on emissions, efficiency - msnbc.com
Gasoline misers like the Toyota Prius would get an 'A-' while muscle cars -- including the Ferrari 612 -- would get a 'D' under a labeling program proposed by Obama administration, which wants to convince consumers to
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Japanese Stocks Fluctuate as Shipping Lines Gain, Cars Drop - BusinessWeek
Sept. 1 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks fluctuated as shipping lines gained, while carmakers dropped as the yen traded near a 15-year high against the dollar. Toyota Motor Corp., the world’s largest carmaker
Source: www.businessweek.com

No deal: Discounts on cars hit brakes - Los Angeles Daily News
For years, Americans shopping for cars were treated to all sorts of deals and incentives, especially at the end of summer. Think Cash for Clunkers, which paid up to $4,500, or promotions that offered employee
Source: www.dailynews.com

Several Freight Cars Derail In Fort Worth Area - msnbc.com
RICHLAND HILLS, Texas (AP) - A freight train derailment in the Fort Worth area that left several cars off the tracks has interrupted passenger rail service until possibly Wednesday. Crews worked to fix the torn-up tracks
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AAA forecasts increased traffic for cars and jets this Labor Day - Vallejo Times-Herald
Eleven percent more Californians than last year are expected to travel over the upcoming Labor Day weekend, AAA Northern California announced Monday. The organization's new travel survey predicts more than 4
Source: www.timesheraldonline.com

69 cars crash in Arizona downpour (photo) - New Haven Register
PHOENIX, Ariz. — A surprise downpour sparked collisions involving 69 vehicles on an interstate near Phoenix's downtown area Saturday evening, closing the westbound roadway for hours and sending seven people
Source: www.nhregister.com

Several Freight Cars Derail In Fort Worth Area - msnbc.com (Silverdale)

Several Freight Cars Derail In Fort Worth Area - msnbc.com
RICHLAND HILLS, Texas (AP) - A freight train derailment in the Fort Worth area that left several cars off the tracks has interrupted passenger rail service until possibly Wednesday. Crews worked to fix the torn-up tracks
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

U.S. proposes grading cars on emissions, efficiency - msnbc.com
Gasoline misers like the Toyota Prius would get an 'A-' while muscle cars -- including the Ferrari 612 -- would get a 'D' under a labeling program proposed by Obama administration, which wants to convince consumers to
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

US authorities to clean up car labeling - The Independent
Choosing a greener car could be about to get easier for US consumers under new legislation proposed August 30 by the Obama administration. Under the first of the federal ideas, each vehicle will be given a bold letter
Source: www.independent.co.uk

Plane Avoids Cars In Emergency Landing - msnbc.com
A twin-engine aircraft made an emergency landing Tuesday morning along Interstate 10, avoiding vehicles on the crowded highway, but snarling traffic for hours. The pilot and a passenger were able to walk away after the 8
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Feds consider adding grades to car stickers - Columbia Daily Tribune
WASHINGTON (AP) — Will your new car get an A in fuel efficiency? A government proposal might add letter grades to showroom window stickers on new cars and trucks to reflect a vehicle’s overall fuel economy
Source: www.columbiatribune.com

Japanese Stocks Fluctuate as Shipping Lines Gain, Cars Drop - BusinessWeek
Sept. 1 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks fluctuated as shipping lines gained, while carmakers dropped as the yen traded near a 15-year high against the dollar. Toyota Motor Corp., the world’s largest carmaker
Source: www.businessweek.com

Fiat eyes 3 Maryland markets for new car - Maryland Daily Record
Automaker Fiat SpA said this week it identified Baltimore, Frederick and Montgomery County as areas where it sees demand for its 500 model when it goes on sale later this year. Fiat, which runs Chrysler Group
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US consumer confidence rise helps lift stocks off lows; Japan's Nikkei leads earlier - Minneapolis Star Tribune
Last update: August 31, 2010 - 9:35 AM LONDON - An unexpected rise in U.S. consumer confidence in August helped stocks in Europe and the U.S. recoup earlier losses Tuesday as markets remain on edge ahead of
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