Nurburgring Electric Vehicle Lap Record Set on Nokian Eco Tires
The Electric RaceAbout (E-RA) drove a lap record for road legal electric cars on Nokian eco tires with a lap time of 8:42.72 minutes on Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany.German race driver Ralf Kelleners improved the previous record of BMW Mini E by more than a minute. The electric sports car E-RA, built by students at
New UHP Summer Line from Toyo
Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. has launched the Toyo Proxes T1 Sport, a premium UHP summer tire "that delivers increased control and precision for true balance in both wet and dry handling," according to the company. "State-of-the-art construction and design make this tire a perfect fit for sports sedans and coupes," said Marty Furman, Toyo COO.
Staying Active with Vehicle Electronics Technology
Cars keep getting smarter and safer all the time. First-generation air bags were essentially "dumb" devices that deployed in an accident to protect the driver and front seat passenger. When the bags proved to be too powerful and potentially lethal to children and small adults, second-generation "smart" air bags were introduced that adjusted their deployment
Esco Introduces New Brake Adjustment Indicator
Brake Safe, a new product from Esco Equipment Supply Co., aids the heavy-duty trucking and OTR industry in complying with the new FMCSA Compliance, Safety & Accountability (CSA) program. The brake adjustment indicator provides a visual display of air-brake stroke travel without the need to crawl under a power unit or trailer. The system is
New Air Brake Indicator From Esco
Esco Equipment Supply Co. said its new Brake Safe is a simple, yet accurate and effective means of providing a visual of air-brake stroke travel on commercial vehicles. The device helps drivers and fleets comply with Compliance, Safety and Accountability (CSA) regulations while it eliminates the need to crawl under a power unit or trailer
The Changing Face of Automatic Transmissions
By Dennis Madden, CEO of ATRA Did you ever wonder how automatic transmissions became a specialty, separate from general auto repair? For the first 40 years or so since automatic transmissions began rolling off the assembly line, the transmission was a completely separate entity from the rest of the vehicle. Back then, if the transmission
Winter Starting and Charging System Maintenance
In addition to checking the strength of the antifreeze, a cold-weather starting inspection should also include testing and visually inspecting the battery and cables, starter, alternator and changing to the auto manufacturer’s recommended engine oil.Effects of Cold WeatherBecause cold weather slows down the chemical reaction between its electrolyte and its battery plates, the average battery
Federal-Mogul Unveils Interactive eCatalog
Federal-Mogul Corp. has launched a new, interactive eCatalog to help performance engine builders, enthusiasts and other customers find parts for virtually any automotive, performance or marine application, the company said. Located at www.fme-cat.com, the new eCatalog covers all Federal-Mogul brands and product lines, including Carter fuel delivery components, Champion spark plugs, Fel-Pro gaskets, Moog steering
Electronic Stability Control and the Role of Tires
Electronic stability control – ESC – introduced in 1995 and touted as the second most important advancement in auto safety after seat belts, will finally be standard equipment on all passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. starting in 2012. ESC is supposed to help drivers maintain safe control of their vehicles and prevent accidents. But
Federal Adds to Couragia SUV Tire Line
Federal has added the Couragia F/X to its Couragia SUV tire line. The new tire is designed to deliver steering precision, powerful controllability, long mileage and a comfortable ride, the tiremaker said. The asymmetrical Couragia F/X features a wide and stability-improved footprint; a scuff rib that strengthens the sidewall and protects the rim; and an