Archive | November, 2011

H&R Springs upgrades 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe with tuned chassis

We here at egmCarTech are fans of the BMW 1-Series, and, naturally, the 1M Coupe as well. The BMW packs plenty of power and appealing aesthetics into its tiny frame, and provides a solid driving experience. It seems H&R shares our appreciation for the car, as it took on a project for the 1M Coupe [...]

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Bentley gets $4.8 billion UK government grant to increase R&D

Bentley gets $4.8 billion UK government grant to increase R&D

The UK’s Department for Business Regional Growth Fund has approved Bentley Motors for a grant for approximately $4.8 billion. According to Bentley, the grant will “support the development of a new powertrain application which will enable Bentley to exploit new export markets.” In addition, “It will safeguard over 200 jobs and also create a small [...]

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Nissan starts testing LEAF technology on commercial trucks

Nissan starts testing LEAF technology on commercial trucks

Nissan is moving forward with its all-electric vehicle technology. The brand has used the same technology used in the Leaf to create three commercial trucks, which debuted at the Tokyo Truck Show this year. The e-NT400 Cabstar Concept can travel 62 miles between charges per Japan’s JC08 fuel economy testing. It was created for operation [...]

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