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Xantrex Technologies 851-0178 XPower 175-Watt Micro Inverter
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The Xantrex Technologies XPower Micro 175-watt inverter transforms your vehicle's electricity so you can power your electronic devices while you're on the road. The inverter is compact, lightweight and plugs into the 12-volt DC outlet in your vehicle to power cell phones, camcorders, small portable stereos, laptop computers, 13-inch TVs, portable work lights, and more. It includes an automatic shutdown feature to protect against overload, over-heating, and high/low battery condition. This durable plastic unit is just 1.9 by 2.9 by 4.8 inches in size and weighs 0.38 pounds. It is covered by a 1-year warranty. ~ Amazon

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Grantwood Technology's FM Transmitter and Car Charger for NEW iPhone 4 and iPhone 3G/3GS, iPod nano iPod Classic and iPod touch (Including NEWEST), and iPad, includes Grantwood Technology's Sticky Pad, BLACK
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The Grantwood Technology's branded FM Transmitter and car charger for the iPhone/iPod/iPad, includes the NEW iPhone 4 and iPad. You can listen to your music or your passengers can watch movies and listen to the sound over the car's FM radio. The cord is designed to stretch and coil back when not in use. This device is compatible with a huge number of Apple devices: All iPhones, including NEW iPhone 4, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, original iPhone, all iPod nano's (All MODELS including NEWEST 6th Gen), all iPod Classics, all iPod touch devices (All MODELS including NEWEST 4th Gen) and iPad! Device improvements are: iPad compatibility, a better screen, and a longer cord.

This device is compact and will charge your iPhone/iPod whether or not you are using the FM transmitter. It couldn't be easier to use, just set the radio station on the transmitter to an unused local station, and match it to your car's FM radio. You will hear the music or sound playing. There are two pre-sets that you can use, by pressing and holding the pre-set for three seconds, which allow you to keep a specific station saved for future use.

This FM Transmitter comes with Grantwood Technology's Sticky Pad for your car's dashboard, as well. The Sticky Pad is designed to prevent slipping and sliding, and is the perfect accessory to the dash to secure all handheld devices. ~ Amazon

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Micro Solar Power Racer Toy Car - Green, Clean Fuel Technology
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The Micro Solar Power Racer Toy Car uses 100% clean-fuel technology as it is powered by miniature solar cells. This toy car zooms into motion as soon as the sun shines on it, and stops immediately when the sun is blocked. No batteries required nor plugs.

Hydrogen: Hot Stuff, Cool Science

BMW Drives Hydrogen-powered Vehicle Design

"The BMW Hydrogen 7 will be one of the world’s first premium vehicles with a “bi-fueled” drive concept. It has a V-12 engine that can be powered by hydrogen or by gasoline. This means that even with the still insufficient hydrogen infrastructure, this car provides the expected performance of a BMW for everyday use. The BMW Hydrogen 7 is currently under development and when complete, it will be practically emission-free." ~ by Laura Carrabine, Design World Senior Editor

Read more and view Wasserstoff image of BMW Drives Hydrogen-powered Vehicle Design .


Related Book: Wasserstoff-Autos (German Edition)

Nissan's Cube

CNET Executive Editor, Molly Wood reviews Nissan's 2010 Cube. I agree with the reviews stating that the "Cube's unique looks disguise a practical design" and it "makes for a decent little tech hauler".  Additionally, you may view the  2010 Nissan Cube CNET Review Article.

Nissan's 2010 GT-R

Brian Cooley, Editor-At-Large enthusiastically reviews the new $80,000 Nissan GT-R. Among many comments Cooley states,"Nissan sells all they can make!" I'm a fan of the Nissan engine's visual design; the engine is gorgeous!

101 Projects for Your Porsche 911 1965-1989

Videos: 911 Turbo - Porsche Experience TV | The New 911 Turbo S - Efficiency Demands Performance. Charged. | 911 Turbo - Official Press Trailer.


Gentlemen, Ladies, take a look at the the new 911 Turbo as it's driven to the extreme around the tracks of the Porsche Experience Centre at Silverstone (video #1 of the playlist, below). Listen as Gordon, the Chief Driving Consultant shares the details of the 911 Turbo with his lively, James Bond-/Sean Connery-like accent. Watch how fast this car goes from 0 mph to 100 mph! Look at how it handles wet roads! The music is great, too.

The Porsche is one of my favorite automobile brands, along with Mazda, Jaguar, Honda and Mercedes, to name a few. However, Porsche is one of the brands that is 'art on wheels'; the Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S are gorgeous technology!

Video #2  features a vocalized/verbal list of what's different about the new 911 Turbo S. The filming of these videos is really good. I love the way these cars accelerate from a stand-still in the video. I think I'd really enjoy using the Sport Plus button which activates the Launch Control  feature!

I had my headphones on the first time I viewed video #3 and this video does a great job of displaying the beauty of the car. Additionally, the sound effects of the take-off and the engine are exhilarating, to say the least!!

"Oh, Santa Claus, I'd like a Porsche 911 Turbo or 911 S to go with my pearls, for Christmas please!!" 





If you love viewing videos of Porsche vehicles check out the Porsche Web Cinema.

To learn more about the cutting-edge technology and motor-sport pedigree that makes the latest evolution of the Porsche 911 Turbo the most thrilling yet, visit the Porsche Experience Centre.

Porsche High-Performance Driving Handbook

Porsche brought the Xbox Team to the Porsche Sport Driving School (PSDS) in Birmingham, Alabama to hold an online Game with Fame with legendary race car driver and PSDS Chief Driving Instructor, Hurley Haywood. As you can see from the actual on-track driving footage and the virtual race footage, they had a great day! Porsche is planning another Game with Fame event in the coming months so, Porsche and XBox fans, stay tuned to Xbox Live for more information. Or, if you cant wait that long, enroll yourself in a PSDS class by going to Porsche Driving.







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The Complete Book of BMW: Every Model in the World Since 1950

Hello, Everyone! Let's taking a closer look at the design of the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics car and hear a bit more about its construction, the drive-trains, and the goal of BMW for this visually stunning vehicle!

Good evening, Everyone! The following videos feature cars presented at the IAA 2009 (International Motor Show – Frankfurt) September 17, 2009 - September 27, 2009.

This IAA was officially opened by German Chancellor Merkel on September 17th. It's presenting an impressive array of innovations and is an auto show for those who will shape the future and emerge from the crisis even stronger than before. A total of 700 exhibitors, including more than 60 automakers from all over the globe, are presenting world premieres at the IAA.

Let's enjoy viewing a bit of gorgeous automobile technology in the form of the ever-famous eye-candy that is, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, which are being featured at the IAA 2009! The third video features stunning, glitzy visuals of the IAA 2009 suppliers. Enjoy!

Solar Car Book A Complete Solar Racecar Kit

Canadian engineering students have designed a solar-powered car that goes up to 66 miles/hour and on cloudy days can operate via the on-board battery for three hours, if the driver does not exceed 30 miles/hour. Their car, the Esteban 5, is ready to compete in the 1800-mile World Solar Challenge in Australia, October 25-31, 2009. The Esteban 5 cost approximately $100, 000 dollars to develop.

For more details about this 1800-mile challenge, visit: History of the World Solar Challenge.

Mercedes 300 SLR McClaren The story of a great race car and its driver, Stirling Moss, as well as today's reinvention of this storied car.

Mercedes-Benz.tv: Bruno Spengler in the SLR Stirling Moss

"Out of the photo studio - and onto the race track. The SLR Stirling Moss is a thorough bred sports car. Mercedes AMG - driver Bruno Spengler puts the 650 HP powerhouse to the test on the Sachsenring. An unforgettable experience for the Canadian DTM driver because the new SLR Stirling Moss is considered to be the final part in the SLR legend. Named after the 1955 Mille Miglia winner, the SLR Stirling Moss is reminiscent of the days of the gentleman driver and yet is a spectacular modern, super sports car." ~ Mercedes-Benz

Porsche 911 Story: The Entire Development History

"The first 911 Turbo turned the sports car world upside down. We weren't only presenting a powerful race-car, but an extraordinary idea. An opportunity to make a lot out of very little.
Today, the 911 Turbo principle is even more powerful, efficient and desirable than ever before." ~ Porsche

There are smart technologies that can make a difference in the U.S. auto industry. Check out:
Five Smartest Technologies for the Auto Industry - Technology For Change, by Eric Lundquist, SmarterTechnology and discover what they are.

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