| Ford's Sustainability Gains in Hybrid Technology
February 22, 2007 -- Gasoline-electric hybrid technology continues to gain momentum and Ford Motor Company researchers are working hard to advance innovative hybrid solutions to address consumer interest. Ford unveiled a hydrogen-fueled, battery-powered plug-in Ford Edge at the 2007 Washington (D.C.) Auto Show in January.Unveiling the hybrid Ford Edge in Washington helped Ford showcase the vehicle and its technology in front of leading government officials and legislators, an important audience as Congress begins working under new leadership."Besides the public, the audience in Washington includes the people in charge of energy and clean air policy so this is very much a showplace for exhibiting what Ford technology can do in the future," said Scott Staley, Ford's chief engineer for Hybrid and Fuel Cell Technology Development.
Vics must watch 'pest' Perren
While Queensland has had the edge this summer over Victoria in the Ford Ranger Cup, today's one-day final should be a cracker. The northerners won both contests during home-and-away rounds, but the two states have built serious rivalry, particularly over the past decade. Last year's Pura Cup final was a painful experience for the Bushrangers at the Gabba. The Bulls squeezed the life out of the Vics and then kicked them when they were down. Without Matthew Hayden, Andrew Symonds and Shane Watson, the Queenslanders look a fraction light in the batting stakes and will rely on the experienced Jimmy Maher to steer the ship. Clinton Perren is a serial pest against Victoria, having scored valuable runs in the past. The Bulls' bowling is, as always, their strength, with Andy Bichel, Ashley Noffke and James Hopes providing experience.
Possible witness to fatal crash sought
Investigators are searching for the driver of a second car who might have witnessed a single-car crash Sunday night in the Robla area that left two teenagers dead and three others injured. Witnesses described the second car as a 1990-era white Ford Thunderbird with gray primer on the left front bumper. A 2000 Ford Mustang westbound on Main Avenue struck a pole near Kelton Way about 8:30 p.m. Sunday, according to the Sacramento Police Department.
Who gets what in the local council money stakes
Mosman Park councillors are among the most expensive in the western suburbs, costing a total $103,800, despite reaping the third lowest operating revenue out of the seven councils. Cambridge mayor Marlene Anderton topped Mosman Park mayor Ron Norris by a Honda CRV four-wheel-drive vehicle. Both get $29,400 a year in benefits, which are the maximum sitting fees and allowances. Their deputy mayors and councillors also get the maximum benefits allowed in their roles. Cambridge's elected members in total cost $114,200, but the town has only one councillor more to serve more than double the number of ratepayers as Mosman Park. Peppermint Grove councillors are the cheapest, as they donate their $43,560 in sitting fees back to the shire.
Mercedes' changes are more than skin deep
To really appreciate the major changes in Mercedes-Benz's 2007 E-Class, you'll have to look beneath the surface. Of course, there are cosmetic changes as well: new taillights, a chrome bar across the rear of the car, a different gearshift lever and steering wheel. But the instant you turn the key in the ignition, you know this is not the old E-Class.
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| Lexus IS300 Performance & Efficiency Standard Features |
-2,997 cc 3 liters in-line 6 front engine with 86 mm bore, 86 mm stroke, 10.5 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder 2JZ-GE
-Premium unleaded fuel 91
-Fuel economy EPA highway (mpg): 25 and EPA city (mpg): 18
-Multi-point injection fuel system
-17.5 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank
-Power: 160 kW , 215 HP SAE @ 5,800 rpm; 218 ft lb , 296 Nm @ 3,800 rpm
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| Lexus IS300 Handling, Ride & Braking Standard Features |
-Four-wheel ABS
-Brake assist system
-Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs
-Electronic brake distribution
-Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
-Immobilizer
-Fullsize alloy rim internal spare wheel
-Wishbone front and rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs
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| Lexus IS300 Exterior & Aerodynamics Standard Features |
-Body side molding
-Body color front and rear bumpers
-Coefficient of drag: 0.29
-Day time running lights
-Driver power heated partial-painted door mirrors with automatic operation , passenger power heated partial-painted door mirrors
-External dimensions: overall length (inches): 176.6, overall width (inches): 67.9, overall height (inches): 55.5, wheelbase (inches): 105.1, front track (inches): 58.9, rear track (inches): 58.5 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 34.1
-Front fog lights
-Complex surface lens Xenon bulb headlights
-Heat reflective glass
-Luxury trim alloy on gearknob and alloy on doors
-Mica paint
-Fixed rear window with defogger
-Tinted glass on cabin
-Weights: curb weight (lbs) 3,255
-Windshield wipers with variable intermittent wipe
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| Lexus IS300 Interior Standard Features |
-12v power outlet: front and 1
-Air conditioning with climate control
-Diversity antenna
-Peripheral anti-theft protection
-Front and rear ashtray
-Audio anti-theft protection: integrated in dash
-Manufacturer's own RDS audio system with AM/FM, cassette, Disc Autochanger and six-disc remote changer
-Cargo area light
-Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 10.1
-Front seats cigar lighter
-Clock
-Compass
-Computer with instantaneous fuel consumption
-Full dashboard and floor console with covered storage box
-Delayed/fade courtesy lights
-Cruise control
-Front seats cup holders fixed , rear seats cup holders pop out
-Door ajar warning
-Door pockets/bins for driver seat, passenger seat and rear seats
-External temperature
-Floor covering: carpet in load area
-Floor mats
-Driver and passenger front airbag
-Sports driver and passenger seat with height adjustment and tilt adjustment
-Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
-Front seat center armrest
-Lockable glove compartment
-Two height adjustable head restraints on front seats , three height adjustable head restraints on rear seats
-Headlight control with time delay switch-off and dusk sensor
-Illuminated entry system
-Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 39.1, rear headroom (inches): 37.7, front hip room (inches): 52.8, rear hip room (inches): 53.9, front leg room (inches): 42.7, rear leg room (inches): 30.2, front shoulder room (inches): 52.6, rear shoulder room (inches): 53.5 and interior volume (cu ft): 89.2
-Low fuel level warning
-Remote power locks
-Power steering
-Front power windows with one one-touch , rear power windows
-Front reading lights
-3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side
-Rear seat center armrest with trunk access
-Three fixed bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
-Automatic operation rear view mirror
-Remote fuel filler door release
-Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
-Front roof airbag
-Front seat back storage
-Upgraded cloth/velour seat upholstery with additional upgraded cloth/velour
-Seating: five seats
-Service interval indicator
-Front side airbag
-Eight speaker(s)
-Leather covered multi-function steering wheel with tilt adjustment
-Tachometer
-Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
-Ventilation system with recirculation setting and micro filter
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