 Jobless claims fall to lowest since 2008
 05.04.2012 17:49  2196284 views  0 comments
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 WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The number of Americans lining up for new jobless benefits dropped to the lowest level in nearly four years last week, according to a government report that showed ongoing healing in the labor market. Initial claims for state unemployment benefits fell 6,000 to a seasonally adjusted 357,000, the lowest level since April 2008, the Labor Department said on Thursday. But the claims data could bolster the case that the healing labor market is lowering the need for the Federal Reserve to do more to boost growth. ...
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| Toyota Technical Center to hire 150 people
05.04.2012 17:47 2075056 views 0 comments
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Toyota Motor Corp. says it's hiring about 150 engineers, researchers and others this year to work for its North American technical center. Czytaj więcej »
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Romney confident heÂll win Pennsylvania and fall election
05.04.2012 17:39 3751568 views 0 comments
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HARRISBURG — Republican front-runner Mitt Romney considers Pennsylvania a key swing state for the fall presidential election and is certain he will win here, he told the Tribune-Review in an exclusive interview today. "Voters in this state and across the country are looking for a conservative leader to guide and serve the American people so that we can reignite the...
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| Official: Infiniti LE Concept will spawn production electric sedan within two years
05.04.2012 17:35 7153673 views 0 comments
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Filed under: New York Auto Show, Sedan, Infiniti, Electric, Luxury 
Yes, Infiniti has indeed made a habit of teasing the masses with exotic and eco-friendly concepts at some of the world's largest auto shows over the past few years, notably with the Emerg-E and Essence Concepts. But, unlike those rolling showcases, the automaker claims its latest reveal, known rather cryptically as the LE Concept, will hit dealerships within the next two years in nearly unchanged form.
According to Infiniti, the LE Concept boasts a 24kWh lithium-ion battery made up of 192 cells, positioned under the passenger compartment floor. For those keeping track, this sounds like the same battery used in the Nissan Leaf. The 100kw electric motor, however, is upsized for this application. The LE's 134 horsepower and 240 pound-feet of torque represent increases of 24 horses and 30 lb-ft over its less powerful sibling.
Infiniti is quick to point out that the LE Concept is not a small car. At 186.4 inches, its length is roughly the same as Infiniti's G sedan. Atop the EV platform sits a highly streamlined body, which pays dividends with a .25 coefficient of drag that ought to help the LE reach its estimated 100-mile range (the latter being the same as the Leaf).
 Inside, Infiniti uses words and phrases like double-wave and "Hamon" (ripple) design to describe the LE's purposeful cabin. Ahead of the driver sits both analog and digital readouts showing speed, distance remaining and even the location of available EV chargers in the vicinity, all powered by an Intel Atom processor.
There's plenty of technology packed into the LE Concept, including what the automaker calls Infiniti Connection, which includes Infiniti's Personal Assistant 24-hour concierge service, navigation, and POI search. Also on the menu is a wireless charging system in addition to the standard DC 50 kW quick charger.
Infiniti Americas Vice President Ben Poore says the company expects the LE to "be the first home-based wireless charging system if adapted for the production version." Yes, we noticed the 'if,' too. Guess we'll have to wait and see about that bit. In any case, feel free to read all about the LE Concept in the press release below and to check out our high-res image galleries.Continue reading Infiniti LE Concept will spawn production electric sedan within two years Infiniti LE Concept will spawn production electric sedan within two years originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Comments Czytaj więcej »
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