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Ford Smart Intersection Technology Posted July 14 2008 08:57 AM by Evan.McCausland

As I made my way to work this morning, I was nearly broadsided by a gentleman in a minivan who didn't seem to notice the red light hanging above his car.  Had his ride - and the intersection - been equipped with...

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She’s like the wind. And so is he.

Nicole Hosp Posted July 7 2008 12:52 PM by rblackwell

Members of the Austrian Ski Association, including Olympic silver medalist Nicole Hosp, pictured, recently visited Audi headquarters in Ingolstadt, Germany, to use the company’s wind tunnel to fine-tune their wind-cheating...

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Fast Forced Induction Facts

The Difference Between Turbocharging and Supercharging
2008 Chevrolet HHR SS boost gauge Posted April 30 2008 03:43 PM by AutomobileStaff

It's a question many gear-heads are afraid to ask - and it can be followed by a lengthy answer.

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The Elk Test

Preparing for the unexpected...animal?
Saab elk test Posted April 30 2008 08:55 AM by AutomobileStaff

Saab probably has the most interesting crash test of all the automakers. In addition to the usual battery of side-impact, head-on, and offset crash tests, the engineers at Saab subject the car to a simulated encounter with...

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Super-Charged

Electric superchargers could soon be used on new cars
supercharged badge Posted April 3 2008 12:49 PM by P_Floraday

Electric superchargers could become a common sight in a  few years.

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Can Diesel Cut It?

Diesels may burn less fuel, but pollute more than gassers
2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Posted April 2 2008 11:39 AM by P_Floraday

Would you rather have extra torque, or lower emissions?

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It does everything except clean the kitchen Sync.

Ford & Microsoft collaborate on Sync.
iPod   iTrip Posted January 11 2007 03:20 PM by JasonCammisa

iTrip, your days are iNumbered. I saw a demonstration of Sync and it (&$#ing rocks!

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Relax - the manual transmission isn't going anywhere!

Relax - the manual transmission isn't being replaced by DSG!
WRX STI Shift Pattern Posted December 18 2006 01:01 PM by JasonCammisa

The twin-clutch "DSG" transmission is poised to take over the world.  But will it replace the manual transmission?  Not on your life.

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Tech Geek Featurette: Parking Brakes

Parking Brake Warning Light Posted December 6 2006 02:32 PM by JasonCammisa

Whoa, Nelly! When to use it, why it's there, and what to expect.

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Your car's hidden Turbo Boost Button.

BMW Z4 Coupe Posted December 5 2006 02:19 PM by JasonCammisa

We find out how many horses it takes to cool a Z4: How much power does A/C really sap?

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Mercedes S65 AMG Dyno Results

Mercedes S65 AMG Posted November 22 2006 10:21 AM by JasonCammisa

We put the big twin-turbo V-12 on the dyno.  The dyno melted.

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The truth about the 2007 Lexus LS460 self-parking. (Video!)

Lexus LS460L Self-Park Posted October 27 2006 09:40 AM by JasonCammisa

I barely ever watch TV, but somehow even I have seen the commercial of the new Lexus LS parking itself.  But how does it work in the real world?

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2 2.0-Liter 200-hp Rockets

GTI vs Si Posted October 11 2006 02:46 PM by JasonCammisa

Let the rivalry between VW heads and Honda nuts continue.  These two engines accomplish the same thing -- 200hp.  But they do it in very different ways.

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