Delphi Targets Value-Oriented Consumer With New NAV200 Portable Size Navigation System
Sep 21, 2006
NAV200 offers a unique blend of advanced navigation and entertainment features in a sleek, pocket-size package TROY, Mich., Sept. 20 -- Delphi Corporation's new portable navigation system, NAV200, will be available for sale in October, company officials announced today. First time users of navigation will find this uni ... Continue reading
Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit Announces Board and Officers for 2006-2007
Sep 20, 2006
TROY, Mich., Sept. 20 -- The Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit announced its board of directors, officers and committee chairs for the 2006-2007 program year. Named officers for the organization were: * MSED President - Gary E. Corbin, director of global automotive business development, Accenture, Southfield, Mic ... Continue reading
Steel Fuel Tank Manufacturers Gear Up for a Comeback
Sep 20, 2006
DUBLIN, Ireland--Sept. 20, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c42322) has announced the addition of Global Market Review of Fuel Tanks - Forecasts to 2012; 2006 Edition to their offering. In the 1970s, all fuel tanks were made of steel. Today, it is estimated that more than 90% of fue ... Continue reading
Sep 20, 2006
TROY, Mich., Sept. 20 -- Delphi Corporation has elected Martin E. Welch, 58, to its Board of Directors, effective today. Welch is an executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO) of United Rentals Inc. , an equipment rental company located in Greenwich, Conn. He will serve on Delphi's Audit Committee. His ... Continue reading
High Performance Scratch Remover Coming to U.S.
Sep 20, 2006
Dear Autochannel Editor, My name is Melly Bonita and I represent QUIXX Scratch Remover, a new two-step repair system from Germany that is certified and proven to remove scratches from all paint finishes, providing professional results. This high-performance product was previously available only in Europe, where it rece ... Continue reading
Sep 20, 2006
Backup Assist and Other Sensing Technologies Also Garner High Consumer Interest in Europe WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Sept. 20 -- Before the market price is revealed, navigation systems are the most desired automotive technology among European consumers, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 European Automotive ... Continue reading
Japanese Automakers Investing $1.7 Billion in New U.S. Plants
Sep 20, 2006
WASHINGTON, DC â September 20, 2006: Members of the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) are spending an estimated $1.7 billion in the construction of four new U.S. auto and auto parts manufacturing plants, which are expected to employ an additional 4,680 American workers when all four new facilities ... Continue reading
Acacia Technologies Acquires Rights to Patent for Vehicle Magnetic Braking and Motor Technology
Sep 20, 2006
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.--Sept. 20, 2006--Acacia Research Corporation announced today that Acacia Patent Acquisition Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary that is part of the Acacia Technologies group, a leader in technology licensing, has acquired rights to patents relating to vehicle magnetic braking and induction moto ... Continue reading
Rhino Off-Road Vehicles at Las Vegas SEMA Truck Trend Proving Ground October 31st - November 3, 2006
Sep 20, 2006
TORRANCE, Calif.--Sept. 20, 2006--Rhino Outdoor International, Inc. (OTCBB: RHOI), a business development company that acquires and consolidates outdoor activity based companies is pleased to announce that Rhino Off-Road Industries, a wholly owned subsidiary will be demonstrated at SEMA on the Truck Trend Proving Groun ... Continue reading
Sep 20, 2006
- Most Trusted Name in Mapping and Directions Introduces Accurate, Simple-to-Use GPS for the Everyday Driver - SKOKIE, Ill., Sept. 19 -- Rand McNally - the company known for 150 years for helping travelers safely get to and from their destinations - today introduced its latest mapping and navigation tool: the Rand McNa ... Continue reading
Sep 20, 2006
Mopar mourns the passing of Greg Reeves, Engineering Manager for Dodge Motorsports and Mopar Performance Parts. Reeves suffered an apparent heart attack at his Michigan home on Sunday, September 17. He is survived by his wife Rosemary, his daughters Jamie and Jennifer, and his son, Justin. He also had a granddaughter, ... Continue reading
STMicroelectronics' New 8bit Microcontrollers Reduce Overall Cost of Car Body Applications
Sep 20, 2006
New automotive MCU family increases the comfort and convenience for drivers and passengers GENEVA, Sept. 19 -- STMicroelectronics , a frontrunner in the impressive array of mechanical-electronic solutions which currently drive the automotive industry, today announced a new series of 8-bit microcontrollers providing bot ... Continue reading
New Research Reveals Strong Growth in Chinese Auto Aftermarket Business
Sep 19, 2006
Growth in vehicle parc and private ownership lead way for growing aftermarket SHANGHAI, Sept. 19 -- Parts and service in China's light passenger car market reached an estimated US$18.3 billion in 2005, driven by strong expansion of the vehicle parc, according to new research conducted by Technomic Asia, an internationa ... Continue reading
Sal Scuderi to Discuss the World-Renowned Air-Hybrid Automobile Engine Sept. 20 in Novi, MI
Sep 19, 2006
NOVI, Mich.--Sept. 18, 2006-- Design Details and Engine Development Updates to be Presented at the Global Powertrain Congress Sal Scuderi, president of the Scuderi Group, will discuss the breakthrough Air-Hybrid Engine, potentially the world's most fuel efficient internal combustion automobile engine. WHEN: 1:30 p.m. W ... Continue reading
Visteon Launches Bluetooth(R) Hands-Free System on Nissan Bluebird Sylphy in China
Sep 19, 2006
SHANGHAI, China, Sept. 18 -- Visteon Corporation , a leader in vehicle audio and infotainment systems, has started production of a Bluetooth(R) hands-free system developed jointly with Parrot to equip the Nissan Bluebird Sylphy in China. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) The system is man ... Continue reading
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