Things are starting to line up nicely for the first commercial class 2c-3, 2-ton, 12,000 pound truck in the U.S. — the eStar. After signing an agreement with FedEx to test the trucks in a delivery fleet, and then commencing production earlier this year, Navistar has now entered into an agreement with battery supplier A123 systems to provide the truck’s 80 kWh battery packs.

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Building a hand out of Lego bricks is pretty cool, I guess. One that moves using a series of gears and motors? OK, you’re getting there. One that’s controlled via a separate exoskeletal hand controller? Yes, that qualifies as awesome.

That’s just what…

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Recently named Nielsen “Automotive Ad of the Year,” an accolade based on the effectiveness of an ad in terms of positive consumer recollection, the debut TV commercial for the uniquely styled and award-winning 2010 Kia Soul five-door urban passenger vehicle now has been honored with a 2010 Silver EFFIE Award. The EFFIE Awards (short for effective), given by the American Marketing Association, New York Chapter, recognize the most effective advertising efforts in the U.S. each year. The Kia Soul television ad won the EFFIE in the “David v. Goliath” category, which grants awards to smaller, new or emerging brands that challenge category leaders head-on.

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Brandy needs a home as his owner no longer felt able to care for him. He is a lovely-looking little dog and is good with dogs and children!

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For those of us in the thick of the next generation transportation movement, the Nissan LEAF is one hell of an important vehicle.

Along with the Chevy Volt, and, to a lesser extent, the Mitsubishi i-MiEV, it is one of the very few cars that can lay claim to being the first mass market EV for the globe. On top of that — with a price after federal tax credits of about $25,000 — the LEAF has the distinction of being the first affordable EV in that category as well.

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Archie lost his playmate a while ago and now he needs a new forever home. It’s a bit confusing for the poor boy and he’s feeling quite sad. Can you help him? He’s fine with children, can live with other dogs and loves loads of human company and att…

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Sadly, Harry has found himself in care following the death of his owner. He’s adapted well to the change in his circumstances, but would love to find a new home where he can enjoy his walks and playtime. He’s only 7 and a half years old, so an active…

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Onboard navigation and mobile applications can tell drivers how to avoid traffic jams. Trouble is, most of the drivers are already on the road, perhaps already in the jam. But IBM is about to deploy a system that will predict traffic flow up to an hour…

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Seven year old Roly is a Springer Spaniel x Labrador who would like to find a new home where he’ll be the only dog. He can live with cats and he’s great with children of all ages so will be well suited to a family environment.

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Lucy is a lovely girl who is looking for a new home with people who have the time and patience to let her settle in at her own pace. She will need regular grooming as she likes to keep her fur in great condition. In return she will give her new owner…

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Alfred is looking for a home with people who will take care of him and give him a settled environment for his retirement years. He is an inquisitive boy with lots of love to give – please find out more about him….

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Oldies club supporters Olive and Becky are taking part in the Great North Dog Walk on Sunday 13 September to raise funds for Oldies Club – thank you very much ladies
The Great North Dog Walk 2010 is the largest event of its kind in the world. T…

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