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Lexus is300h First Drive - Fully Charged [VIDEO]
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BMW i8 First Drive - CHRIS HARRIS [VIDEO]
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Chris Harris takes a trip to Los Angeles to drive the new BMW i8. Capable of 23 miles all electric before the 3-cylinder turbocharged motor kicks in to recharge the batteries. Harris things the i8 is one of the closest production cars ever seen that looks almost identical to the concept car it's based...
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Not one, but two great Lancashire car shows
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THAT bit of the A59 between Burscough and Maghull was my passport to petrolhead joy over the weekend. For a change I had not one, but two great car shows right on our doorstep to check out!Yet – even if you’re someone with Castrol R coursing through your veins – these two events couldn’t have been more...
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Boardroom Basics: Design Tips for Office Meeting Areas
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Designing any space can be a big challenge, but with the right tricks, you can decorate with the best of them. Boardrooms and meeting areas are all about impressing visitors. If you're considering a makeover for your office meeting space, here are some excellent design tips you should never be without!Effective...
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Ferrari LaFerrari 950 hp Hybrid Supercar Test Drive [VIDEO]
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The LaFerrari is powered by a 950bhp petrol-electric hybrid drivetrain. It can accelerate from 0-62mph in less than 3sec, from 0-124mph in less than 7sec and from 0-186mph in less than 15sec. Top speed is 220 mph and production is limited to just 499 models. The battery compartment is integrated into...
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Choosing The Perfect Conference Table for Your Business
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A professional meeting area speaks volumes about your business. That being said, the main focal point of this essential space is the conference room table. With an extensive selection of styles available in 2014, choosing the perfect table for your boardroom can be a difficult and overwhelming task....
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TDK Licenses WiTricity Patent Portfolio for Wireless Charging
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The wireless charging space is on fire this week with first Hella and now TDK announcing that it has entered into a licensing agreement for wireless power transfer technology with U.S. based WiTricity Corporation (Watertown, MA). The aim of the alliance is to develop wireless power transfer systems...
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Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive Priced From $41,450
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The all-new 2014 B-Class Electric Drive features dynamic design, a premium interior and a powerful electric motor for emission-free mobility. This allows for lively, effortless driving pleasure over a real-world range of 85 miles (EPA)*. In addition, the B-Class Electric Drive is digitally...
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Office Showcase 2014: Modern Interiors That Rock
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Thinking of pursuing an office makeover? Well, you're in luck! In today's post, we'll take a look at some amazing modern office interiors and describe what makes them so appealing. From colors, to materials, to textures, and more, learn what makes office interior design so spectacular in 2014. Here's...
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Ford adds even more luxury to its fastest Fiesta
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FORD has fitted even more luxuries to its fastest Fiesta to create a new range-topping version of the hot hatch.The new version of the Fiesta ST, called the ST-3, throws toys including cruise control, a keyless entry system and rain-sensitive windscreens to the car, and costs £19,250.For more information...
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BMW i8 testing on the Nürburgring [VIDEO]
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In more news on the soon to be launched BMW i8, we've found a short video of the car testing at the Nürburgring. Also, while in Munich recently on business, I personally spotted an i8 test mule in morning peak hour traffic with a young lady at the wheel (I didn't take the pictures as I was driving the...
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HELLA Developing Wireless Charging Systems For Electric Vehicles
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HELLA is working with Paul Vahle GmbH to develop wireless charging systems for electric and hybrid-electric vehicles. Commonly used to recharge small consumer products such as smartphones and electric toothbrushes, inductive or wireless charging for cars will make it easier for drivers to charge car...
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BMW i8 test drive in China [VIDEO]
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According to Bloomberg's Stephen Engle, the ultra high-end electric and hybrid car space is suddenly getting a bit more crowded in China. Tesla had the first deliveries of the Model S to Chinese customers this week, while BMW will roll out its hybrid i8 super sports car for the China market by the...
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Airbus Developing Hybrid Electric Jet Aircraft
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Airbus is learning from automakers as it works on developing a small aircraft powered by hybrid electric engines that could represent its first move into the market for regional jets. The development of a regional plane, seating between 70 and 90 people, that can take off and land using electric power...
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Life On Cars wins national award!
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Life On Cars has tonight won a national award celebrating blogging, it has been announced.The organisers of the UK Blog Awards, held tonight at The Grange Hotel in St Pauls, Central London, confirmed that Life On Cars had beaten off stiff competition to win the Individual Automotive category, which...
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5 Key Ways to Show Your Office Design Ingenuity
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Showing how modern your office is can be a challenge, especially if it looks a little dated. However, knowing the latest tips and tricks of office interior design can help show off your company's creative side, and help lure in customers. Today, we'll showcase some great tips to help you show off your...
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WEC 6 hours of Silverstone 2014 (full race) [VIDEO]
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With the FIA having put all World Endurance Championship live TV coverage behind a pay-wall for 2014, we are indeed fortunate that enthusiastic Youtubers are willing to upload the entire 6 hours for those of us who prefer free TV....
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Drive It Day: A chance to get your classic car in print!
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EVER fancied getting the classic car you cherish into the pages of a national newspaper?That's exactly the opportunity the motoring newspaper I work for, Classic Car Weekly, is offering petrolheads across the country this weekend. All you have to do is send us a picture of you and your classic car -...
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Unique Upholstery Options by RFM Preferred Seating
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In the world of office furniture, no one offers quite as many options as RFM Preferred Seating. Not only does this brand possess an astounding collection of top-of-the-line ergonomic chairs, but it also offers them in one of the most impressive arrays of colors and patterns. However, because RFM offers...
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