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Envy Drives Our On-road Decisions: Study
A new study exploring the psychology behind our on-road decisions shows that envy and shame are two of the biggest factors in our attitude toward other drivers. Observing 959 interactions on the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
2011-04-29 11:46:00 | The Motor ReportLeaking house dials 911 for help
Marblehead, Mass. — After months of enduring a leaking pipe that buckled its floors and sagged its ceilings, an empty Massachusetts house somehow called police for help.
2011-04-29 11:42:00 | DetNews.comFamous names to Get Motivated! at summer Palace seminar
Big names in sports and politics are coming to Metro Detroit this summer for the Get Motivated! Business Seminar at The Palace of Auburn Hills on June 29.
2011-04-29 11:32:00 | DetNews.comAmazon apologizes for server outage, offers credit
New York — Amazon.com Inc. apologized Friday for a data-center outage that brought down major websites including Foursquare and Reddit and offered Web services customers a 10-day credit.
2011-04-29 11:32:00 | DetNews.comCalifornia racetrack serves wine in a can:
A NASCAR race may be a prime place for knocking back cold beers, but those looking to class up their racing libations can now reach for a chilled Flasq wine in an aluminum can shaped like a bottle.
2011-04-29 11:31:31 | AutoWeek
Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon trailer lands on the web
Filed under: Etc., Marketing/Advertising, Videos, Chevrolet, GM Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon trailer - Click above to watch video after the jump Summer is right around the corner, and that means theaters will soon be packed with the kind of action-slathered goodness that theater-goers crave. King of explosions Michael Bay has released the latest theatrical trailer for his new boomfest, Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon. Judging by the short clip, the whole crew is (...)
2011-04-29 11:31:00 | AutoBlogKia recalls Spectras due to fuel tank problem
Detroit — Kia Motors Corp. is recalling more than 58,000 Spectra compact cars registered in cold-weather states because the gas tanks could drop to the ground and cause a fire.
2011-04-29 11:07:00 | DetNews.comLear 1Q profit up as global auto production rises
Southfield— Auto parts maker Lear Corp. said today that its first-quarter profit more than doubled as global vehicle production improved and seating and electric power management units saw strong sales.
2011-04-29 11:07:00 | DetNews.comWedded to the wedding car
I trust that you are looking forward to, or enjoyed watching the Royal Wedding?At Autocar there are some strong republican feelings among the younger members of staff. However, the old guard like myself, Lord Hilton of Holloway, Baron Bremner, Viscount Charles Hallett and Sir Steve Cropley, will be equipped with flasks of hot tea, little flags and tartan rugs on our knees as we watch the proceedings.There will be horse drawn carriages of course, (...)
2011-04-29 11:01:39 | Autocar.co.uk
Saab loses $107 million in Q1, looking for a Chinese partner
Filed under: China, Saab, Earnings/Financials Automotive News reports that Saab lost $107 million during the first quarter of 2011. The automaker says that it is unlikely to meet its 2011 production target of 80,000 units, which is hardly news when considering that the automaker can't even make vehicles right now. The automaker sold only 9,674 vehicles in the first quarter of this year. Saab is still looking for funding to jump-start production, and the company is (...)
2011-04-29 10:59:00 | AutoBlog
Mercedes C 63 AMG Safety Car – 2011 DTM season
Mercedes has introduced the new C63 AMG DTM Safety Car, which is entirely ready for the 2011 racing season. The vehicle is based on the latest C-class with the mighty 6.2 liter V8 AMG engine. It also features adjustable coil-over suspension, a high-performance braking system and a roof-mounted LED light bar. The interior boasts sports bucket [...]
2011-04-29 10:57:49 | Automobiles ReviewFinancial manager bill sponsor faces recall effort
St. Joseph— A recall effort has been started targeting a southwestern Michigan lawmaker who sponsored legislation in the state House to grant more powers to emergency financial managers.
2011-04-29 10:57:00 | DetNews.comTeacher charged with threats gets new lawyer
Plymouth— A judge adjourned a preliminary exam this morning for a Plymouth-Canton high school teacher who allegedly threatened co-workers and showed up for work with a gun in his car.
2011-04-29 10:57:00 | DetNews.comOakland businessman to plead guilty in $200 million Ponzi case
Detroit— An Oakland County businessman is expected to plead guilty today to 59 felony charges related to an alleged $200 million Ponzi scheme that targeted investors from Metro Detroit and nationwide.
2011-04-29 10:52:00 | DetNews.comSaab said to be near deal with Chinese carmakers to raise cash
Saab is negotiating an investment and production deal with three Chinese carmakers, which may result in a deal within days, sources told Bloomberg News.
2011-04-29 10:49:25 | Automotive News