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March 2011

Repeat customers: Ford tops auto loyalty study

Ford had more repeat customers than any other automaker last year, according to the results of an annual automotive loyalty study released Thursday.

Hyundai hydrogen hopes (3/31/11)

Hyundai hydrogen hopes; Chevrolet, Kia concepts; A sobering EV outlook

Cuddly or Creepy?

I recently ran across an article by USA Today’s Craig Wilson about a new kiddie toy called a Parent Doll. If this idea is as new to you as it was to me, let me offer a few details. This is essentially a squeezably soft dolly that can be made to “look,” after a fashion, [...]

Cuddly or Creepy?

I recently ran across an article by USA Today’s Craig Wilson about a new kiddie toy called a Parent Doll. If this idea is as new to you as it was to me, let me offer a few details. This is essentially a squeezably soft dolly that can be made to “look,” after a fashion, [...]

The Golden Rules of Living

We’ve all heard of the “Golden Rule” – that ethic of reciprocity which instructs us to treat others as we might want to be treated. Someone recently sent me a list inspired by Jesus’ words in the Book of Matthew . The

Companies Get New Tools for Finding Safer Chemicals

 Companies have a bigger toolbox to use when seeking greener chemicals.

Coal, Jobs and America’s Energy Future

A new study suggests that only about half the jobs projected by proposed large coal plant projects are actually created. Meanwhile, President Obama barely mentioned coal in his energy speech on Wednesday, annoying the industry.

Butane High Pressure Washers offer gum removal capability.

Employing 5.0 hp electric motor and pump system, butane burning Super Max(TM) 12200B series removes high volumes of gum wads from stone surfaces such as sidewalks, driveways, pavers, and floors. Each wet steam power cleaner ships mounted on wheels but can also be trailer mounted. Able to generate nearly 2,000 psi, this 220-240 V series [...]

Small car boom fueled by gas prices expected to drive strong March auto sales

U.S. auto sales are expected to stay strong in March as customers go on a small-car buying binge, driven by fears of rising pump prices and shortages of vehicles from Japan.

Honda Sees Reopening (3/31/11)

Honda sees reopening; U.S. to green-up fleet; Tesla suing ‘Top Gear’