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03-27-2009, 10:29 AM
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caferacersreturn.com (http://caferacersreturn.blogspot.com/2009/03/webbs-important-vintage-and-collectable.html): Importan vintage and collectable motorcycle auction
cycleworld.com (http://www.cycleworld.com/article.asp?section_id=3&article_id=1096): Long term wrap-up: 2006 Kawasaki ZX-14
dealernews.com (http://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/Breaking+News/Lawmakers-Vote-to-Close-2-Million-Acres-of-Public-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/589560?ref=25): Lawmakers vote to close 2 million acres of public land
bikedeadline.com (http://bikedeadline.com.au/?page=ViewRelease&id=ABD2009032533383): Germans declare Triumph is miles better
1st5ive.com (http://www.1st5ive.com/harley-davidson/motorcycles/2009/03/543/ten-things-all-car-and-truck-drivers-should-know-about-motorcycles/): Ten things all car and truck drivers should know about motorcycles
thekneeslider.com (http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2009/03/26/1937-front-drive-tracked-motorcycle-prototype/): 1937 Front drive tracked motorcycle prototype
thevintagent.blogspot.com (http://thevintagent.blogspot.com/2009/03/worlds-oldest-velocette-for-sale.html): The worlds oldest Velocette for sale
But the KTM venom won’t go on sale
topspeed.com (http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/motorcycle-news/ktm-postpones-venom-production-ar72317.html): KTM postpones Venom production
Jim DeChamp sticks what is claimed to be the first successful front flip of a motorcycle.
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When I unintentionally tried this on the street a couple of years ago I broke a collar bone and ribs. :ha
ecorun.co.za (http://www.econorun.co.za/index.php/component/content/article/45-event-2009/107-rfs-econorun-2009-entries-now-open): 2009 RFS Bike Econorun entries now open
motorradonline.de (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A//www.motorradonline.de/reise/reportagen/ktm-und-husqvarna-in-rumaenien---endurotour-in-den-karpaten.333289.htm&hl=en&langpair=auto|en&tbb=1&ie=iso-8859-1) translated: KTM and Husqvarna in Romania – Enduro tour in the Carpathians
motorcycle.com (http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/ducati/2009-ducati-streetfighter-review-88107.html): 2009 Ducati Streerfighter (http://www.streetfighter.ducati.com/jspstreetfighter/index.jsp?lang=en) review
motorcycle-usa.com (http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/1/2893/Motorcycle-Article/Zero-Motorcycle-Demo-Rides-at-Electicross.aspx): Zero Motorcycle will offer demo-rides at Electircross
ist5ive.com (http://www.1st5ive.com/harley-davidson/motorcycles/2009/03/2829/how-to-ride-a-million-miles-on-one-harley-davidson/): How to ride a million miles on one Harley-Davidson
thebeachcruiser.com (http://www.thebeachcruiser.com/blog/2009/03/26/harley-you%e2%80%99re-not-getting-any-younger.html): Harley, you’re not getting any younger
cmgonline.com (http://cmgonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1324&Itemid=51): New hope for old marque
racingcafe.com (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A//racingcafe.blogspot.com/2009/03/suzuki-gt-750-1972-1978.html&hl=en&langpair=auto|en&tbb=1&ie=utf-8) translated: Suzuki GT 750 1972-1978
suthsiders-mc.gom (http://southsiders-mc.blogspot.com/2009/03/for-sale-vendre.html): For Sale – A venre
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Porsche.com (http://www.porsche.com/usa/aboutporsche/pressreleases/pcna/?lang=none&pool=usa&id=2009-03-16-sfs-classiccars): Brand new in the training programme of the Porsche Sport Driving School - An exclusive driver training for classic cars up to 1993 model
Rumor:egmcartech.com (http://www.egmcartech.com/2009/03/26/bmw-z2-gets-the-approval-concept-coming-to-frankfurt-in-sept/): BMW Z2 gets the approval, concept coming to Frankfurt in Sept.
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Honda.com (http://world.honda.com/news/2009/c090326New-Auto-Plant-in-Yorii/): Honda to delay start of operations of new auto plant in Yorii
High end manufacturers that seemed impervious to economic down turns are cutting also.
worldcarfancs.com (http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090321.002/lamborghini-estoque-hits-the-chopping-block): Lamborghini Estoque hits the chopping block
Indai’s Tata Motors Unveils Nano
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Or you could just restore one of these
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leflanenews.com (http://www.leftlanenews.com/gm-may-not-make-march-31st-restructuring-deadline.html): GM may not make March 31st restructuring deadline
motorauthority.com (http://www.motorauthority.com/gm-cancels-v6-diesel-for-european-cadillacs.html): Cadillac to pull out of the European markets, cancels diesel
Cage Racing News
Mercedes-Benz TV
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ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM COUPÉ TAKES POLE POSITION AT GOODWOOD MOTOR CIRCUIT
• 26.03.2009
• Press Release
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has loaned the Goodwood Motor Circuit a Phantom Coupé for use as the official course car at this year’s Festival of Speed. The car will additionally be used by the Track Stewards Team to lead parade laps and other circuit duties at Goodwood.
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The Phantom Coupé is finished in Darkest Tungsten with 21 inch forged alloy wheels. The interior features Smoke Grey Mono leather and Rosewood veneer and is complemented by a Starlight Headliner. The car has been fitted with special LED warning lights to allow it to be used as a course car.
“The Phantom Coupé is the most driver orientated car in the Phantom range and was therefore the natural choice for the Goodwood Motor Circuit,” said Tom Purves, Chief Executive Officer. “The loan is a natural extension of the association between Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and the Goodwood Estate.”
Phantom Coupé is the fourth Phantom model since the launch of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in 2003, following Phantom, Phantom Extended Wheelbase and Phantom Drophead Coupé. Production began at Goodwood in July 2008. The model includes tuned suspension and modifications to gearbox, steering and brake settings.
ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM FOR CHICHESTER COLLEGE
• 25.03.2009
• Press Release
ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM FOR CHICHESTER COLLEGE
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has loaned a Phantom to the Motor Vehicle and Engineering
department at Chichester College. The car will be used by Rolls-Royce apprentices studying for NVQ and City & Guilds qualifications.
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Ten Rolls-Royce assembly apprentices currently attend Chichester College for a day each week during their course. Whilst at college they focus on parts fitting and diagnostics for all aspects of the vehicle, in preparation for working alongside employees at the Goodwood-based manufacturing plant. The loan Phantom will allow apprentices to develop the specific practical skills they need to work on the models built by Rolls-Royce.
“It is a great pleasure to provide a Phantom to Chichester College,” said Xaver Franz, Manufacturing Director, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. “We have a long-standing association with the college and our apprentices will benefit greatly from dedicated hands-on experience with one of our cars.”
Dr Richard Parker, Principal of Chichester College, said “We are committed to ensuring that all our apprentices are fully prepared at the end of their apprenticeship to make a significant contribution to the success of their employer’s business. The very kind loan of a Phantom will be an enormous help in preparing apprentices for their careers at Rolls-Royce.”
The Rolls-Royce Apprenticeship Programme was successfully launched in 2006 and has received applications from around the world. The programme provides people aged 16-19 with the opportunity to train with the Goodwood-based manufacturer of the world’s best-selling super-luxury cars.
The apprenticeships last for up to four years and combine on-the-job training with studying for nationally recognised qualifications. The programme has been designed in conjunction with Chichester College, the Learning Skills Council (LSC) and South East Economic Development Agency (SEEDA). The Rolls-Royce Apprenticeship Programme currently supports 35 apprentices.
ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS CONFIRMS FURTHER DETAILS FOR RR4
• 23.03.2009
• Press Release
- New 6.6 litre turbo charged V12 engine unique to Rolls-Royce
- New 8-speed gearbox
- Engine power upwards of 500bhp (upwards of 373kW/507PS)
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has confirmed further details about the production version of 200EX, the experimental car shown at the Geneva motor show early in March 2009.
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Rolls-Royce CEO, Tom Purves announced the details at a press conference in New York where 200EX is currently being shown to potential customers on the first leg of a world tour.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Purves said, “There has been a great deal of interest in this car since we first talked about producing a new model series in the autumn of 2006 and the reaction 200EX received at its unveiling at Geneva was very positive. As we move another step closer to the start of production at Goodwood, it is exciting to be able to share some of the specific technical details with customers and the media.”
He continued, “RR4 will deliver an authentic Rolls-Royce experience to owners, so expect peerless comfort and build quality. However, we have consciously engineered this car to be more involving and dynamic for those owners around the world that will wish to drive it themselves.”
RR4 will be powered by a brand new 6.6 litre turbo charged V12 engine unique to Rolls-Royce. The engine will be combined with an 8-speed automatic ZF gearbox. This new drive-train will significantly improve fuel and CO2 efficiency over the already class leading Phantom series of cars. Engine power will be upwards of 500bhp.
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eea.europa.eu (http://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/water-resources-across-europe?utm_source=EEASubscriptions&utm_medium=RSSFeeds&utm_campaign=Generic): Water resources across Europe – confronting water scarcity and drought
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Bike Candy
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caferacersreturn.com (http://caferacersreturn.blogspot.com/2009/03/webbs-important-vintage-and-collectable.html): Importan vintage and collectable motorcycle auction
cycleworld.com (http://www.cycleworld.com/article.asp?section_id=3&article_id=1096): Long term wrap-up: 2006 Kawasaki ZX-14
dealernews.com (http://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/Breaking+News/Lawmakers-Vote-to-Close-2-Million-Acres-of-Public-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/589560?ref=25): Lawmakers vote to close 2 million acres of public land
bikedeadline.com (http://bikedeadline.com.au/?page=ViewRelease&id=ABD2009032533383): Germans declare Triumph is miles better
1st5ive.com (http://www.1st5ive.com/harley-davidson/motorcycles/2009/03/543/ten-things-all-car-and-truck-drivers-should-know-about-motorcycles/): Ten things all car and truck drivers should know about motorcycles
thekneeslider.com (http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2009/03/26/1937-front-drive-tracked-motorcycle-prototype/): 1937 Front drive tracked motorcycle prototype
thevintagent.blogspot.com (http://thevintagent.blogspot.com/2009/03/worlds-oldest-velocette-for-sale.html): The worlds oldest Velocette for sale
But the KTM venom won’t go on sale
topspeed.com (http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/motorcycle-news/ktm-postpones-venom-production-ar72317.html): KTM postpones Venom production
Jim DeChamp sticks what is claimed to be the first successful front flip of a motorcycle.
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When I unintentionally tried this on the street a couple of years ago I broke a collar bone and ribs. :ha
ecorun.co.za (http://www.econorun.co.za/index.php/component/content/article/45-event-2009/107-rfs-econorun-2009-entries-now-open): 2009 RFS Bike Econorun entries now open
motorradonline.de (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A//www.motorradonline.de/reise/reportagen/ktm-und-husqvarna-in-rumaenien---endurotour-in-den-karpaten.333289.htm&hl=en&langpair=auto|en&tbb=1&ie=iso-8859-1) translated: KTM and Husqvarna in Romania – Enduro tour in the Carpathians
motorcycle.com (http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/ducati/2009-ducati-streetfighter-review-88107.html): 2009 Ducati Streerfighter (http://www.streetfighter.ducati.com/jspstreetfighter/index.jsp?lang=en) review
motorcycle-usa.com (http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/1/2893/Motorcycle-Article/Zero-Motorcycle-Demo-Rides-at-Electicross.aspx): Zero Motorcycle will offer demo-rides at Electircross
ist5ive.com (http://www.1st5ive.com/harley-davidson/motorcycles/2009/03/2829/how-to-ride-a-million-miles-on-one-harley-davidson/): How to ride a million miles on one Harley-Davidson
thebeachcruiser.com (http://www.thebeachcruiser.com/blog/2009/03/26/harley-you%e2%80%99re-not-getting-any-younger.html): Harley, you’re not getting any younger
cmgonline.com (http://cmgonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1324&Itemid=51): New hope for old marque
racingcafe.com (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A//racingcafe.blogspot.com/2009/03/suzuki-gt-750-1972-1978.html&hl=en&langpair=auto|en&tbb=1&ie=utf-8) translated: Suzuki GT 750 1972-1978
suthsiders-mc.gom (http://southsiders-mc.blogspot.com/2009/03/for-sale-vendre.html): For Sale – A venre
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Porsche.com (http://www.porsche.com/usa/aboutporsche/pressreleases/pcna/?lang=none&pool=usa&id=2009-03-16-sfs-classiccars): Brand new in the training programme of the Porsche Sport Driving School - An exclusive driver training for classic cars up to 1993 model
Rumor:egmcartech.com (http://www.egmcartech.com/2009/03/26/bmw-z2-gets-the-approval-concept-coming-to-frankfurt-in-sept/): BMW Z2 gets the approval, concept coming to Frankfurt in Sept.
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Honda.com (http://world.honda.com/news/2009/c090326New-Auto-Plant-in-Yorii/): Honda to delay start of operations of new auto plant in Yorii
High end manufacturers that seemed impervious to economic down turns are cutting also.
worldcarfancs.com (http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090321.002/lamborghini-estoque-hits-the-chopping-block): Lamborghini Estoque hits the chopping block
Indai’s Tata Motors Unveils Nano
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Or you could just restore one of these
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ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM COUPÉ TAKES POLE POSITION AT GOODWOOD MOTOR CIRCUIT
• 26.03.2009
• Press Release
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has loaned the Goodwood Motor Circuit a Phantom Coupé for use as the official course car at this year’s Festival of Speed. The car will additionally be used by the Track Stewards Team to lead parade laps and other circuit duties at Goodwood.
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The Phantom Coupé is finished in Darkest Tungsten with 21 inch forged alloy wheels. The interior features Smoke Grey Mono leather and Rosewood veneer and is complemented by a Starlight Headliner. The car has been fitted with special LED warning lights to allow it to be used as a course car.
“The Phantom Coupé is the most driver orientated car in the Phantom range and was therefore the natural choice for the Goodwood Motor Circuit,” said Tom Purves, Chief Executive Officer. “The loan is a natural extension of the association between Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and the Goodwood Estate.”
Phantom Coupé is the fourth Phantom model since the launch of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in 2003, following Phantom, Phantom Extended Wheelbase and Phantom Drophead Coupé. Production began at Goodwood in July 2008. The model includes tuned suspension and modifications to gearbox, steering and brake settings.
ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM FOR CHICHESTER COLLEGE
• 25.03.2009
• Press Release
ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM FOR CHICHESTER COLLEGE
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has loaned a Phantom to the Motor Vehicle and Engineering
department at Chichester College. The car will be used by Rolls-Royce apprentices studying for NVQ and City & Guilds qualifications.
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Ten Rolls-Royce assembly apprentices currently attend Chichester College for a day each week during their course. Whilst at college they focus on parts fitting and diagnostics for all aspects of the vehicle, in preparation for working alongside employees at the Goodwood-based manufacturing plant. The loan Phantom will allow apprentices to develop the specific practical skills they need to work on the models built by Rolls-Royce.
“It is a great pleasure to provide a Phantom to Chichester College,” said Xaver Franz, Manufacturing Director, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. “We have a long-standing association with the college and our apprentices will benefit greatly from dedicated hands-on experience with one of our cars.”
Dr Richard Parker, Principal of Chichester College, said “We are committed to ensuring that all our apprentices are fully prepared at the end of their apprenticeship to make a significant contribution to the success of their employer’s business. The very kind loan of a Phantom will be an enormous help in preparing apprentices for their careers at Rolls-Royce.”
The Rolls-Royce Apprenticeship Programme was successfully launched in 2006 and has received applications from around the world. The programme provides people aged 16-19 with the opportunity to train with the Goodwood-based manufacturer of the world’s best-selling super-luxury cars.
The apprenticeships last for up to four years and combine on-the-job training with studying for nationally recognised qualifications. The programme has been designed in conjunction with Chichester College, the Learning Skills Council (LSC) and South East Economic Development Agency (SEEDA). The Rolls-Royce Apprenticeship Programme currently supports 35 apprentices.
ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS CONFIRMS FURTHER DETAILS FOR RR4
• 23.03.2009
• Press Release
- New 6.6 litre turbo charged V12 engine unique to Rolls-Royce
- New 8-speed gearbox
- Engine power upwards of 500bhp (upwards of 373kW/507PS)
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has confirmed further details about the production version of 200EX, the experimental car shown at the Geneva motor show early in March 2009.
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Rolls-Royce CEO, Tom Purves announced the details at a press conference in New York where 200EX is currently being shown to potential customers on the first leg of a world tour.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Purves said, “There has been a great deal of interest in this car since we first talked about producing a new model series in the autumn of 2006 and the reaction 200EX received at its unveiling at Geneva was very positive. As we move another step closer to the start of production at Goodwood, it is exciting to be able to share some of the specific technical details with customers and the media.”
He continued, “RR4 will deliver an authentic Rolls-Royce experience to owners, so expect peerless comfort and build quality. However, we have consciously engineered this car to be more involving and dynamic for those owners around the world that will wish to drive it themselves.”
RR4 will be powered by a brand new 6.6 litre turbo charged V12 engine unique to Rolls-Royce. The engine will be combined with an 8-speed automatic ZF gearbox. This new drive-train will significantly improve fuel and CO2 efficiency over the already class leading Phantom series of cars. Engine power will be upwards of 500bhp.
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