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  • The US National Transportation Safety Board recommended that new vehicles that are stretched into limousines should have safety belts for all seats and seats that better protect passengers in a crash

    Wednesday 2nd October 2019 The US National Transportation Safety Board recommended that new vehicles that are stretched into limousines should have safety belts for all seats and seats that better protect passengers in a crash.

    October 2, 2019
  • Top 5 Reasons to Choose Neosupreme Seat Covers

    Andy Varas Do you spend your weekends hunting, mountaineering, camping, or surfing? Your truck or SUV is your ticket to outdoor adventures, and most likely serves as a catch-all for your gear, clothes, and equipment. Mud, water, and sand can wreak havoc on your vehicle’s interior upholstery, leaving stains and tears. Installing NeoSupreme seat covers…

    May 27, 2017
  • Alpha Truck Service – Diesel Truck & Fleet Service Repair Company serving the Greater Seattle Area – Tacoma, WA.

    Founded in 2008, Alpha Fleet Service proudly serves the Greater Seattle area by providing honest and high quality truck repair and maintenance services. From scheduled maintenance to transmission and engine overhauls, Alpha Fleet Service ASE certified technicians service all makes of trucks and trailers: Volvo, Perterbuilt, Freightliner, Kenworth, International, and more. They specialise in thermo…

    July 26, 2016
  • Japan-based Honda rolled out a new fuel cell vehicle, the first of its kind to be a five-seater

    Thursday 10th March 2016 Japan-based Honda rolled out a new fuel cell vehicle, the first of its kind to be a five-seater. The zero-emissions Clarity did not sell in big numbers, however, given its price tag of 7.66 million yen ($67,000).

    March 10, 2016
  • The Bugatti Chiron, a mid-engined, two-seated sports car, developed and manufactured in Molsheim, France, by Bugatti Automobiles S

    The Bugatti Chiron, a mid-engined, two-seated sports car, developed and manufactured in Molsheim, France, by Bugatti Automobiles S

    Tuesday 1st March 2016 The Bugatti Chiron, a mid-engined, two-seated sports car, developed and manufactured in Molsheim, France, by Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. as the successor to the Bugatti Veyron, was first shown at the Geneva Motor Show. The car is named in honor of the Monegasque driver Louis Chiron. The Chiron has 1,103 kW (1,500…

    March 1, 2016
  • The inaugural Formula E championship, a class of auto racing, sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), and the highest class of competition for single-seater electrically powered racing cars, was staged in Beijing

    Saturday 13th September 2014 The inaugural Formula E championship, a class of auto racing, sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), and the highest class of competition for single-seater electrically powered racing cars, was staged in Beijing. The race was won by Lucas Di Grassi, after Nick Heidfeld and Nicolas Prost crashed out on…

    September 13, 2014
  • The four-seat Rolls Royce Wraith coupé was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show

    The four-seat Rolls Royce Wraith coupé was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show

    Tuesday 5th March 2013 The four-seat Rolls Royce Wraith coupé was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show. Based on the Ghost, the new Wraith accelerates from 0-60 mph (96.5 km/h) in 4.4 seconds, which is 0.3 seconds quicker than its saloon stablemate and would leave the original Wraith, which was built from 1938 to 1939…

    March 5, 2013
  • Japan’s Nissan stated that all new car models would feature air conditioners that pumped breathable vitamin C, as well as stress-reducing seats.

    Wednesday 28th July 2010 Japan’s Nissan stated that all new car models would feature air conditioners that pumped breathable vitamin C, as well as stress-reducing seats.

    July 28, 2010
  • GM and Segway announced that they were working together to develop a two-wheeled, two-seat electric vehicle designed to be a fast, safe, inexpensive and clean alternative to traditional cars and trucks for cities across the world

    GM and Segway announced that they were working together to develop a two-wheeled, two-seat electric vehicle designed to be a fast, safe, inexpensive and clean alternative to traditional cars and trucks for cities across the world

    Tuesday 7th April 2009 GM and Segway announced that they were working together to develop a two-wheeled, two-seat electric vehicle designed to be a fast, safe, inexpensive and clean alternative to traditional cars and trucks for cities across the world. The project was called P.U.M.A. (Personal Urban Mobility and Accessibility). It operates on two wheels…

    April 7, 2009
  • In Los Angeles US car manufacturer, Tesla Motors unveiled its state-of-the-art five-seat saloon, billed as the world’s first mass-produced, highway-capable electric car.

    In Los Angeles US car manufacturer, Tesla Motors unveiled its state-of-the-art five-seat saloon, billed as the world’s first mass-produced, highway-capable electric car.

    Thursday 26th March 2009 In Los Angeles US car manufacturer, Tesla Motors unveiled its state-of-the-art five-seat saloon, billed as the world’s first mass-produced, highway-capable electric car.

    March 26, 2009
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  • How NFL Score Predictions Work Using AI and Machine Learning?

    The world of sports has witnessed a significant transformation with the integration of advanced technology, and the National Football League (NFL) is no exception. One of the most intriguing advancements is the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in predicting NFL scores. But how does this blend of sports and sophisticated technology…

    September 24, 2023
  • From Wreck to Recovery: The Role of a Winter Park Car Accident Lawyer

    Driving can be a pleasant and joyful activity when you follow the rules and regulations for road safety and are considerate and courteous towards fellow drivers. Road safety rules become even more essential to heed in inclement and extreme weather conditions and while driving at night. But despite all the precautions and carefulness, accidents occur…

    September 23, 2023
  • Will San Francisco Car Shipping Transport an Inoperable Vehicle 

    San Francisco auto transport companies ship an array of cars, trucks, and SUVs in varying makes/models, whether large or compact, but will these businesses haul an inoperable vehicle? Loading and unloading the vehicle would require special equipment that not all shipment facilities can access, nor are they adequately staffed to support these services. If you…

    September 22, 2023

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