Daily Archives: September 1, 2008

Pricing announced for 2009 Subaru Impreza line-up

Subaru Canada has announced pricing for its 2009 Impreza line-up, including a new, more powerful WRX model. Continue reading

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Aston Martin will revive Lagonda brand

Aston Martin has announced its intention to revive the Lagonda marque. The company used the name on vehicles from 1976 to 1989. Continue reading

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Highway near Vernon, B.C. to be upgraded

The governments of Canada and British Columbia have announced $33.7 million in funding for a highway project in Vernon, B.C. under the Building Canada infrastructure plan. Continue reading

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Survey shows transit can’t meet demand

A new survey shows that rising gas prices are prompting Canadians to consider taking public transit, but that most transit systems don’t have the capacity to handle the demand. Continue reading

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Discontinue lead wheel weights, says EPA

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the National Lead Free Wheel Weight Initiative (NFLWWI), a voluntary program to encourage the auto industry to discontinue the use of lead wheel weights in favour of more environmentally-friendly alternatives. Continue reading

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Bosch, Samsung to build lithium-ion batteries

A joint venture of Bosch and Samsung SDI has begun operations to develop, manufacture and sell lithium-ion batteries for automotive applications, with series manufacturing and worldwide marketing to begin in 2011. Continue reading

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Honda opens plant for workers with disabilities

Honda Sun Co. Ltd., Honda's special-purpose subsidiary established for employment of people with disabilities, held a ceremony to commemorate the completion of its new plant in Hijimachi, Oita prefecture, Japan.
Honda Sun Co. Ltd., Honda’s special-purpose subsidiary established for employment of people with disabilities, held a ceremony to commemorate the completion of its new plant in Hijimachi, Oita prefecture, Japan. The company makes parts for automobiles, motorcycles and power products. Continue reading

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