Hybrids can be silent killers - SouthCoastToday.com

Hybrids can be silent killers
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"Battery-powered cars are intrinsically quiet, the motor sound falling between a whir and a whisper," marvels a New York Times review of the car. "But the Focus is deep-space silent, the quietest of the many electric cars I've driven.

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Hybrid cars, silent killers, may not be for long - Bend Bulletin

Hybrid cars, silent killers, may not be for long
Bend Bulletin
Though the NHTSA found little statistically significant difference in collisions over 35 mph — when wind and tire noise negate the difference in engine noise — at lower speeds, hybrids and electric vehicles are 37 percent more likely to hit walkers ...
Law will require carmakers to make some vehicles noisier Arizona Daily Star

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Mazda CX5 2.2 TDI AWD review - Pocket-lint.com


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Mazda CX5 2.2 TDI AWD review
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Other options include metallic paint for £500 and, on the AWD sport model, lane departure warning and rear vehicle monitoring. The sport model also has an improved Bose sound system, should music be your weapon of choice against screaming toddlers.

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Fight Over Auto Emissions Is Measured in Grams - New York Times

Fight Over Auto Emissions Is Measured in Grams
New York Times
Greenhouse gases in these amounts may sound tiny, but they could affect millions of jobs in the Union and help determine Europe's future as a major manufacturer. Four years ago, France, where Renault and PSA Peugeot-Citroën produce small and ...

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Sound Off! Tuesday, May 15 - The Morning Sun

Sound Off! Tuesday, May 15
The Morning Sun
In Friday's Sound Off someone claimed Gov. Snyder legalized Tasers to make more money. I wonder if he gets a personal check whenever someone buys one, or does he get a bonus every time someone gets Tased. (We weren't clear on that connection, either.

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Review: Nissan Leaf - AsiaOne


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Review: Nissan Leaf
AsiaOne
This groundbreaking electric vehicle (EV) has a sound generator and through a speaker in the bumper, it will make just enough of a "swooshing" noise to warn pedestrians that it's coming. But if you prefer, it can be turned off and only the muted whirr ...

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Police LOG — May 17, 2012 - Seward Phoenix Log

Police LOG — May 17, 2012
Seward Phoenix Log
15:46 - Individual reported a Motor Vehicle Accident with damage at Subway. Officer responded. 01:33 - Guardian Security called for alarm sounding at the Fish House. Officer and contact person responded. All clear. 06:14 - Individual reported that a ...

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RPT-BAY STREET-Will graphite go the way of rare earth? - Reuters

RPT-BAY STREET-Will graphite go the way of rare earth?
Reuters
... of choice to make advanced lithium ion batteries that power smartphones and tablet computers, as well as hybrid and electric vehicles, among other products. Most of the world's supply of natural graphite currently comes from China. Sound familiar?

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2012 Toyota Prius - CNET

2012 Toyota Prius
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The bad: The infotainment system locks the user out of most navigation and calling functions while the vehicle is in motion. The car's touch screen is prone to bad glare with a minimal amount of sunlight, and too many warning screens pop up when you ...

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2012 Kia Optima Hybrid Review - AutoGuide.com


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2012 Kia Optima Hybrid Review
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A Virtual Engine Sound engages when the car is in all electric mode, to warn pedestrians of its proximity. 4. Like Hyundai, Kia warranties the battery system for 10 years or 150000 miles. Fast-forward 12 hours and all is right with the world again.

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