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AGV Unveils Motorcycle Helmets Collection in Honor of 1970's Racing Legends

Giacomo Agostini is the motorcycle racer with the most motorcycle Grand Prix wins to his name in history: 122. His nemesis, Renzo Pasolini, was equally as talented, albeit far less successful. Both are now celebrated by helmet manufacturer AGV with the …

Driving with a difference

CAP's driving simulator is taken for a spin by Regional Manager Markus Vanhala.  Getting a driving licence in Finland requires attending an officially recognised school, but the problem for immigrants is that almost all driving schools teach in …

Motorcyclist completes 11,000-mile ride from Petaluma to Finland

Scout knew where he was going, he just didn’t know how he was going to get there. Scout is Scott Sinan, owner/instructor of Studio Fit and Martial Arts USA in Petaluma. Scout is the name bestowed on him by a friend’s 4-year-old daughter who proclaimed …

NUVIZ Revs up for CES 2018 with World’s First Head-Up Display for Motorcyclists, Plus Announces Potent New NuV. 1.X ...

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 03, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NUVIZ, Inc., creators of the first all-in-one head-up display for motorcycle riders, today announced its plans for the upcoming CES 2018 in Las Vegas, which runs January 7-12, 2018. The game-changing NUVIZ …

Movie review: “The Other Side of Hope” a Finnish movie about the tedium of life suffers from tediousness

Artists explore their own relationships with cars but tap into communal notions about cars and the freedom they give us. (Provided by Black Cube)Westerners have been obsessed with their modes of personal transportation ever since the first cowboy galloped …

MOTORCYCLING: Derek Sheils eyes TT Top ten

Top Irish National road racer Derek Sheils has set himself a target of breaking into the top ten at the Isle ofMan TT in 2018 after signing for the Penz13 BMW team. The Dublin rider will continue his association with John Burrows’ Cookstown B.E. Racing …

Straight director takes on Tom of Finland

‘Tom of Finland,’ from director Dome Karukoski, tells the story of the infamous homoerotic export. (Photo courtesy Protagonist Pictures) I’m speaking with Finnish film director Dome Karukoski via phone. He’s in Europe shooting his new project, a biopic of …

MOTORCYCLING: Derek Sheils targets top ten at TT on Penz13 BMW

Top Irish National road racer Derek Sheils has set himself a target of breaking into the top ten at the Isle of Man TT in 2018 after signing for the Penz13 BMW team. The Dublin rider will continue his association with John Burrows’ Cookstown B.E. Racing …

Tom of Finland Gives a Boldly Gay Artist the Too-Polite Movie Treatment

When same-sex marriage became legal in Finland this past March, the government celebrated by releasing an official emjoi — a leather-clad man with a drooping mustache and a police-style cap emblazoned with the word “Tom.” No explanation was necessary, for …

NUVIZ Head-Up Display for Motorcyclists Named a CES Best of Innovation Awards Honoree

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwired - Nov 9, 2017) - NUVIZ, Inc., creators of the first all-in-one head-up display (HUD) for motorcyclists, announced today that its flagship NUVIZ HUD system has been named a CES 2018 Best of Innovation Awards Honoree. The NUVIZ …

‘Tom of Finland’ looks thoughtfully at life of the artist behind gay icons in leather

Frank and moving, the biographical drama “Tom of Finland” tells the too-weird-to-be-fiction story of the artist credited with creating some of the enduring icons for gay men around the world. As a lieutenant in the Finnish Army during World War II, Touko …

Tom of Finland Gives a Boldly Gay Artist the Too-Polite Movie Treatment

When same-sex marriage became legal in Finland this past March, the government celebrated by releasing an official emjoi — a leather-clad man with a drooping mustache and a police-style cap emblazoned with the word “Tom.” No explanation was necessary, for …

Sign of the Times: Finland Switches to Gender-Neutral Roadway Markers

Viral 15:35 23.10.2017Get short URL Finland is all set to update its street signs in the vein of gender neutrality. In accordance with zeitgeist, the male figure will be replaced by an impersonal pictogram on new images. As part of its upcoming traffic …

‘Tom of Finland’ a solid film about iconic gay artist of 1950s and ’60s

Photo: Josef Persson, Kino Lorber Touko Laaksonen (Pekka Strang) and sister Kaija (Jessica Grabowsky) examine his artwork in a scene from “Tom of Finland.” Touko Laaksonen (Pekka Strang) and sister Kaija (Jessica Grabowsky) examine his artwork in a scene …

Leather Fetish Artist Film <i>Tom of Finland</i> Plays It Too Safe

Monday, October 16, 2017 at 5:08 a.m. Niklas Hogner appears as Tom of Finland’s character Kake. Josef Persson/Courtesy of Kino Lorber When same-sex marriage became legal in Finland this past March, the government celebrated by releasing an official …

Tom of Finland keeps a lid on the gay porn icon

Rated R 18+, 116 minutes ★★★½ Shame and desire: Lauri Tilkanen, Jessica Grabowsky and Pekka Strang in Tom of Finland.  Wikipedia tells us that Tom of Finland, whose real name was Touko Laaksonen, produced more than 3500 illustrations, most of which …

NUVIZ Releases NuV. 1.5 Software Upgrade for All-In-One Head-Up Display for Motorcyclists

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwired - Oct 11, 2017) - NUVIZ, Inc., creators of the first all-in-one head-up display for motorcycle riders, today announced its NuV. 1.5 software release is now available for customer download through the NUVIZ app. NUVIZ unifies an …

NUVIZ and Sena Team Up on Joint Development Product Offering for Motorcyclists

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwired - Oct 3, 2017) - NUVIZ, Inc., creators of the first all-in-one head-up display for motorcycle riders, today announced a joint partnership with Sena; the global leader in Bluetooth innovation for the motorsports, action sports …

Railways to get trains that tilt like motorcycles from Switzerland, set to bring relief from discomfort to passengers

The railway ministry signed two MoUs with the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport and Communications of the Swiss Confederation for technical cooperation in rail sector in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (PTI) India will …

Lead The Charge With The Ultimate Luggage Tray: Rhino-Rack XTray Pro

The Rhino-Rack family has a new addition - The XTray Pro DENVER, CO, USA, July 16, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Rhino-Rack family has a new addition - The XTray Pro. It is designed and made as the ultimate versatile tray for the ready …

AISCES Reinvents Brand Protection with Cheqbrand Anti Counterfeit Technology.

Android, iOS and cloud based secure solution enhances trust for brands and consumers. NOIDA, INDIA, July 17, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AISCES today announced its latest innovation Cheqbrand, the most secure anti counterfeit solution. Cheqbrand …

Honda Hosting National Urban League Youth Leadership Summit

Honda will host 300 students from across the nation, as part of its sponsorship of the National Urban League Youth Leadership Summit, taking place in Columbus, Ohio, July 17-20, 2018.  As part of a series of events sponsored by the National Urban League …

DAT Broker TMS Adds New Load Tracking Module

PORTLAND, Ore., July 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAT Solutions announced today that their DAT Keypoint broker transportation management software has added a new module that integrates DAT OnTime load tracking service. This optional module makes exact …

Honda Pilot Arrives with a New Attitude for 2019, Sporting Fresh Styling, New Technology and Standard Honda Sensing®

Aggressive new styling, front and rear Powertrain refinements enhance drivability Honda Sensing® now standard on all trim levels Extensive technology upgrades include available new Display Audio, 4G LTE Wi-Fi,  Honda exclusive CabinTalk™ and CabinControl™ …

2019 Honda Pilot Specifications & Features

ENGINEERING  LX EX EX-L EX-L Navi/RES Touring Elite Engine Type V6 V6 V6 V6 V6 V6 Displacement 3471 cc 3471 cc 3471 cc 3471 cc 3471 cc 3471 cc Horsepower (SAE net) 280 @ 6000 rpm 280 @ 6000 rpm 280 @ 6000 rpm 280 @ 6000 rpm 280 @ 6000 rpm 280 @ 6000 …

2019 Honda Pilot Pricing and EPA Data

Model (Drivetrain) Transmission MSRP1 MSRP2 Including $995 Destination Charge EPA Mileage Rating3 City/Hwy/Combined Pilot LX (2WD) 6AT $31,450 $32,445 19 / 27 / 22 Pilot LX (AWD) 6AT $33,350 $34,345 18 / 26 / 21 Pilot EX (2WD) 6AT …

Federal Highway Administration Announces $3 Million for Emergency Repairs to Flood-Damaged Roads and Bridges in Kentucky

FHWA 14-18 Friday, July 13, 2018 Contact: Nancy Singer Tel.: (202) 366-0660 WASHINGTON – The Federal Highway Administration today announced the immediate availability of $3 million in Emergency Relief program funds to help begin repairs on flood-damaged …

Eversley Wins Again In Portland, Extends Points Lead

Ryan Eversley scores season's third win for Honda Civic Type R Eversley widens World Challenge Touring Car R series points lead with victory Honda Civic Si driver Tom O'Gorman also extends his points lead with a double podium PORTLAND, Ore. – …

Dixon, Honda Win in Toronto

Scott Dixon scores his third victory of 2018 at the Honda Indy Toronto, extends championship lead Hometown favorites Robert Wickens finishes third, James Hinchcliffe fourth Honda records seventh Indy car win of the season Continuing his mid-season charge …

Quality Resolution Systems, LLC Announces Plans for Automotive Manufacturing Training Facility

Detroit Manufacturer Training Facility to provide employees at Ford, FCA, and GM the leverage and added competence needed to succeed DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quality Resolution Systems, LLC, a Detroit, …

Front-Row Start for Dixon, Honda at Toronto

Scott Dixon qualifies second for Sunday's Honda Indy Toronto Alexander Rossi, Ryan Hunter-Reay also advance to final qualifying round Sporadic rain, changing track conditions challenge teams and drivers Sporadic light rain showers and the resulting …

70 years of Porsche sports cars celebrated at Goodwood Festival of Speed

International Automotive Quality Expert Eduardo Correa becomes Member of American Society for Quality (ASQ)

Quality Management Expert Eduardo Cassano Correa to soon join expert team at automotive parts manufacturer ALUPRESS in South Carolina. ALUPRESS AG (N/A:N/A) LAURENS, SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES, July 13, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Dixon, Sato Head Honda Attack in Practice at Toronto

Scott Dixon dominates practice, leads both sessions for Honda Takuma Sato ends day second quickest Honda drivers, teams claim top five positions for the day Scott Dixon headed the time charts in both practice sessions today in preparation for Sunday's …

Celaya Plant Flooding and Recovery

Due to the overflow of a river near Honda's auto plant in Celaya, Mexico, all auto and component production was suspended on June 28.  As a result, production of the Honda Fit and HR-V in Celaya has been suspended for the month of July. Our teams …

Celebrating 40 Years! Annual Open House: German School of Connecticut, West Hartford on August 18, 2018

The West Hartford campus is having an Open House on August 18th from 10 am to 12 pm at the First Baptist Church at 90 North Main Street in West Hartford, CT. WEST HARTFORD, CT, USA, July 12, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Celebrating 40 Years! …

Tuscarora Wayne Group of Companies Maximizes Leadership to Advance Corporate Strategy

WYALUSING, PENNSYLVANIA, UNITED STATES, July 12, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On behalf of the Boards of Directors, Jay W. Chadwick today announced a strategic reorganization of executive teams to capitalize on the rapidly changing insurance …

Laser Photonics Corporation Introduces Innovative Titan Express Mid-Size Laser Cutting Machine

ORLANDO, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, July 12, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The innovative Titan Express, a mid-size laser cutting machine from Laser Photonics, combines a small footprint and high performance with the cut quality of a full-size …

Perth Amboy’s Xtreme Jeep Event Featuring Convoy of 300 Vehicles on July 14th

Over 300 Xtreme Jeeps are rumbling into Perth Amboy, New Jersey, and the fleet of vehicles will park along the waterfront this Saturday, July 14 at 11 AM. 1st Constitution Bank (NASDAQ:FCCY) PERTH AMBOY, NEW JERSEY , USA, July 12, 2018 /⁨ …