Voith SensoTop Technology Nets Up To 7% Fuel Savings for City Transit Buses
Jan 24, 2013
Field tests for Voith's SensoTop transmission technology showed impressive results, saving transit authorities up to 7% in fuel use for their heavy-duty transit buses. Savings were achieved across multiple transit authorities and routes varying in elevation and length. SensoTop represents an updated version of the soft ... Continue reading
China Automotive Systems Awarded "National Excellent Supplier of Steering Systems"
Jan 24, 2013
China Automotive Systems, Inc. ("CAAS" or the "Company") , a leading power steering components and systems supplier in China, today announced that at the 9th National Top 100 Excellent Auto Parts Suppliers Awards in Beijing, CAAS's subsidiary, Hubei Henglong, was named as the "National Excellent Supplier of Steering Sy ... Continue reading
Technologies from Dana Featured on Award-Winning Vehicles, Engines
Jan 24, 2013
Technologies from Dana Holding Corporation are improving the performance and efficiency of a number of award-winning vehicles. A wide range of Dana's innovative driveline, sealing, and thermal-management solutions are incorporated into the award-winning vehicles and engines, including the 2013 North American Car and Tr ... Continue reading
Fuji Electric Releases Newly Designed EV Charging Station
Jan 24, 2013
Fuji Electric Corporation of America announced today that it will introduce a new generation of UL-Certified 25kW DC Quick Charging Stations for electric vehicles, offering a slimmer, sleeker version to suit a wider variety of applications and site locations. The release will be the fourth generation DC Quick Charger f ... Continue reading
Quantum Granted Key Patent Related to Natural Gas Fuel Systems
Jan 23, 2013
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a leader in natural gas, alternative fuel systems and clean propulsion vehicle technologies, today announced that it has received official notification from the United States Patent and Trademark Office that the company has been issued a key patent covering pressure a ... Continue reading
Echo Automotive Demonstrates New Fleet Vehicle Hybrid Technology
Jan 23, 2013
Echo Automotive, Inc. a developer of technologies enabling the cost-effective conversion of existing fleet vehicles into fuel efficient hybrids, is pleased to announce the launch of its latest product offering, a multi-mode hybrid technology aimed directly at significantly improving the economic performance of fleet op ... Continue reading
DENSO International Europe Announces its New International Graduate Programme 'IGNITE'
Jan 22, 2013
DENSO has confirmed that it is launching, in Europe, a new regional recruitment and development programme for Engineers as part of its longer term investment in the region. DENSO will be recruiting on an annual basis a number of talented graduates to join its Engineering teams. ... Continue reading
Meritor Remanufactured Brake Shoes Recognized by Frost & Sullivan for Product Quality Leadership
Jan 22, 2013
Meritor's Aftermarket business has been awarded the prestigious 2012 North American Industry Product Quality Leadership Award by Frost & Sullivan for the company's remanufactured brake shoes. "We recognize that the production of high quality remanufactured brakes is a constant challenge for the heavy-duty trucking indu ... Continue reading
Jan 22, 2013
Car Charging Group, Inc. (OTCQB: CCGI) ("CarCharging"), a nationwide provider of convenient electric vehicle (EV) charging services, through its wholly owned subsidiary CCG Energy, LLC, announced a sales partnership with one of the largest independent energy suppliers in the United States, Crius Energy, LLC, through it ... Continue reading
Accuride Announces New Business Wins
Jan 21, 2013
Accuride Corporation , a leading supplier of components to the North American commercial vehicle industry, announced that its Fix and Grow" actions to restructure and upgrade core operations have improved operational performance and enabled the company to secure new long-term agreements for steel and aluminum wheels. ... Continue reading
Continental Announces Voluntary Motorcycle Tire Safety Recall Program in U.S. and Canada
Jan 21, 2013
Continental today announced a voluntary recall program involving approximately 1,700 motorcycle tires 180/60R16 M/C 74H ContiMotion. Market feedback indicates that under certain service conditions these tires may experience uneven wear, groove cracking and in some cases belt lift, which can lead to a loss of inflation ... Continue reading
Continental Acquires ASL Vision, a Specialized Company for 360-Degree Surround Detection
Jan 20, 2013
Today, the international automotive supplier Continental announced the acquisition of ASL Vision, based in Lewes, England. The companies agreed not to disclose the price for the acquisition. "Continental is one of the world's leading suppliers of advanced driver assistance systems, which warn, support and assist driver ... Continue reading
CTEK Reminds Car Buyers to Ensure the Battery is at Its Optimal Charge
Jan 19, 2013
The start of the New Year and spring is traditionally the time for car owners to sell up and buy a new model so CTEK, a global battery maintenance and care brand, is reminding those making a purchase to undertake checks on the battery. Whilst many garages will undertake a service on second hand vehicles before re-selli ... Continue reading
Cummins Names Jennifer Rumsey Vice President, Engineering for Heavy, Medium and Light Duty Products
Jan 18, 2013
Today Cummins Inc. announced that Jennifer Rumsey has been named Vice President--Engineering Heavy, Medium Light Duty Products, effective Feb. 1. Jennifer brings a broad base of engineering experience and success to her new role Jennifer brings a broad base of engineering experience and success to her new role," said ... Continue reading
Maxion Wheels Will Attend Tyrexpo Asia 2013 Trade Fair
Jan 17, 2013
Maxion Wheels announced today that a number of its commercial vehicle representatives from China, India, Japan, Thailand and Turkey will attend the Tyrexpo Asia 2013 Trade Fair in Singapore. Tyrexpo Asia, which runs from January 17 through January 21, is Asia's leading trade fair for tyres, workshop equipment and acces ... Continue reading
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