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Nissan tests a paint that repels dirt
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Nissan tests a paint that repels dirt

Escrito por: Fernando Molina
25 April 2014
1 min.

Nissan is working on a hydrophobic paint that creates a protective layer capable of repelling water, oils or mud splashes. For the moment it is in the testing phase, but in the future it could be a configuration option when buying our cars.

Mazda shows the MX-5 25th Anniversary in New York
Convertibles

Mazda shows the MX-5 25th Anniversary in New York

Escrito por: Guillermo Arnal
22 April 2014
1 min.

The limited edition, which will not be sold in Spain, stands out for the contrast between the Soul Red metallic paint on the bodywork and the black paint applied to the pillars, the roof and the mirrors. Alongside it, the Japanese manufacturer is showcasing the SKYACTIV architecture on which the fourth generation of the model will be based.

Netherlands experiments with 'glowing roads'
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Netherlands experiments with 'glowing roads'

Escrito por: Fernando Molina
19 April 2014
2 min.

The road lines are painted with a luminescent powder that absorbs energy from sunlight during the day and is able to glow at night. It would improve road efficiency, since thousands of street lamps could be eliminated.

Más medidas contra Uber, la app que compite con el sector del taxi
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Más medidas contra Uber, la app que compite con el sector del taxi

Escrito por: Fernando Molina
18 April 2014
2 min.

Las autoridades de la ciudad de Bruselas han decidido fijar una multa de 10.000 euros para todo aquel que intente hacer recogidas de clientes usando este servicio que consideran ilegal. Este tipo de aplicaciones amenaza el sector del taxi y abre una guerra que promete ser larga.

Opel añade el sistema IntelliLink al Zafira Tourer
Minivans

Opel añade el sistema IntelliLink al Zafira Tourer

Escrito por: Guillermo Arnal
12 March 2014
1 min.

El sistema de infoentretenimiento de la marca alemana ya puede encargarse en cualquier versión del monovolumen. Incluye radio AM/FM (con DAB en opción), Bluetooth, navegador, puertos auxiliar y USB, lector de CD, conexión con smartphones y reproductores externos y lectura en voz alta de mensajes de texto.

Hyundai nos anticipa el futuro con el Concept Intrado
Concepts

Hyundai nos anticipa el futuro con el Concept Intrado

Escrito por: David Taboada
22 February 2014
1 min.

Tras anunciarnos hace unos meses la intención de presentar en el Salón de Ginebra un nuevo prototipo de movilidad ecológica, hoy Hyundai nos enseña las primeras imágenes del Concept Intrado. Con este prototipo la marca pretende dar a conocer su visión de cómo los coches van a satisfacer las necesidades futuras de movilidad

Ford C-MAX Solar Energi Concept
Hybrid Cars

Ford C-MAX Solar Energi Concept

Escrito por: David Taboada
7 January 2014
1 min.

La feria de tecnología que cada mes de enero se celebra en Las Vegas ha sido el lugar escogido por Ford para dar a conocer un nuevo prototipo de movilidad ecológica. Se trata del Ford C-MAX Solar Energi Concept que utiliza un sistema de propulsión híbrido con energía solar.

Mazda announces a 30% fuel saving with Skyactiv 2
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Mazda announces a 30% fuel saving with Skyactiv 2

Escrito por: Fernando Alvarez
6 January 2014
1 min.

According to Mazda, the second part of the Skyactiv technology, focused on engine efficiency for its diesel and petrol engines, would already be presented in 2020. By 2025 it is planned to drop below 65 g/km of emissions thanks to Skyactiv 3. One of the steps to follow is to raise compression even further and adopt new ignition methods.

Volkswagen expands the mobility services of the e-Up!
Electric Cars

Volkswagen expands the mobility services of the e-Up!

Escrito por: Guillermo Arnal
5 January 2014
1 min.

For the time being, they are reserved for German customers, but they are a good promotional draw for the model. The most interesting is the option of renting a model of the brand with a combustion engine for long trips or to carry heavy loads. It lasts thirty days and is free until a certain distance is covered.