Army eyes industry for energy efficiency alliances

Auto Industry — September 2, 2010 at 11:59 pm

DETROIT: To meet energy initiatives, cut costs, and to help better protect Soldiers, the Army is looking to industry for solutions and partnerships. Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal traveled to Detroit Aug. 26 to visit the Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center, along with automakers General Motors and Ford. The secretary's visit to the Michigan sites came at the request...

Army eyes industry for energy efficiency alliances

September 2nd, 2010 | Auto Industry | Read More

Ford Police Interceptor Utility

Ford Motor Company today revealed its newest pursuit-rated vehicle – Ford’s first-ever specially designed Police Interceptor utility built for the rigors of police work. The new vehicle is designed to complement Ford’s all-new Police Interceptor sedan, which was introduced earlier this year. Combined,...

September 1st, 2010 | Ford Cars | Read More

2010 Nissan Cube Review

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August 31st, 2010 | Nissan Reviews | Read More

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August 31st, 2010 | Chevy, Green | Read More

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August 31st, 2010 | Nissan | Read More

Chrysler Group LLC Hosts 400 Dealers at Fiat Experience

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August 31st, 2010 | Chrysler, Fiat | Read More

Infiniti M Hybrid to Debut at LA Auto Show

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August 31st, 2010 | Infiniti | Read More

2012 Citroen DS4

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August 30th, 2010 | Citroen Cars | Read More

GMC Trailering Expert Offers Towing and Trailer Advice

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August 30th, 2010 | GMC | Read More

Volvo delivers high performance and minimal fuel consumption with new GTDi Engines

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August 30th, 2010 | Volvo | Read More