Energy Conversion Devices Reports Fiscal Year and Fourth Quarter 2006 Operating Results
Sep 13, 2006
- Operating profit at United Solar Ovonic segment increased to $8.6 million in fiscal 2006 compared to an operating loss of $3.2 million in fiscal 2005, on a 49% increase in revenues - Annualized solar module production capacity at existing Auburn Hills facility reached 28MW during the fourth quarter - The second Aubur ... Continue reading
Visteon Supplies Aftermarket USB Audio Interface Solution For Renault Vehicles
Sep 13, 2006
FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 12 -- Visteon Corporation , a leading supplier of automotive audio and infotainment technologies, is launching its innovative USB audio interface solution as an optional accessory for a wide range of Renault vehicles. The interface allows consumers to enjoy portable electronic devices, such as ... Continue reading
Sep 13, 2006
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Sept. 12 -- J.D. Power and Associates, a business of The McGraw-Hill Companies , today announced the acquisition of Automotive Resources Asia (ARA), a respected market strategy and information firm specializing in Asia's car markets since 1993. J.D. Power and Associates' "voice of the customer ... Continue reading
Azure Dynamics Announces Memorandum of Understanding With Kidron for Under-the-Hood Power Systems
Sep 13, 2006
TORONTO, Canada, September 12 -- Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD & LSE: ADC) ("Azure" or the "Company"), a leading developer of hybrid electric and electric powertrains for commercial and military vehicles, today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Kidron division of VT Specialized ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Appoints Robert Ostrov Senior Vice President of Human Resources
Sep 12, 2006
TROY, Mich., Sept. 12 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. announced today that Robert Ostrov is appointed senior vice president of Human Resources, effective Sept. 18. The Board of Directors also today elected Ostrov an officer of the company, in addition to electing newly appointed senior vice presidents and presidents Phil Martens ... Continue reading
Cobasys Selected to Provide NiMHax Battery Systems for Enova
Sep 12, 2006
ORION, Mich., Sept. 12 -- Cobasys, a leader in advanced, integrated energy storage system solutions, announced today that it was selected by Enova Systems to provide its NiMHax(R) battery system for integration into service vans for a major North American fleet operator. Cobasys will supply Enova with its powerful, lig ... Continue reading
Visteon's Innovative Connectivity Concepts on Display at Automechanika
Sep 12, 2006
FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 12 -- Leading mobile electronics innovator Visteon Corporation will unveil its in-car infotainment solutions at Automechanika 2006. Visteon offers an extensive range of cutting edge mobile electronic applications that appeal to today's tech-savvy consumers. New concepts include an advanced Dua ... Continue reading
WL Ross & Co. Buys Two Auto Suppliers for $305 Million
Sep 12, 2006
NEW YORK, Sept. 12 -- Wilbur Ross announced today the acquisition of two automotive suppliers, Mitsuboshi Belting Kaseihin Co., Ltd. ("MBK") from Tokyo Stock Exchange listed Mitsuboshi Belting, Ltd. (Tokyo Stock Exchange 5192) and BST Safety Textiles GmbH ("BST"), formerly Berger Safety Textiles, Maulburg, Germany, fro ... Continue reading
Altair Nanotechnologies to Demonstrate Advances in NanoSafe(TM) Rechargeable Battery Program
Sep 12, 2006
RENO, Nev.--Sept. 12, 2006--Advances in the manufacture of safe, fast-charging, long-lasting batteries used to power electric and hybrid electric vehicles will be addressed by Altair Nanotechnologies Inc. at the California Air Resources Board Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Technology Symposium, held September 25-27, 2006 ... Continue reading
Sep 12, 2006
FRANKFURT, Germany--Sept. 12, 2006--TERADYNE DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTIONS has today launched i-VIEW(TM), a VCI (Vehicle Communications Interface) that will be the most mobile, most efficient and most powerful vehicle diagnostics tool in the company's range. Teradyne is a global market leader in vehicle diagnostic and informati ... Continue reading
Automotive Oxygen Sensor Turns 30 With Ever-Expanding Use In Almost All Cars
Sep 12, 2006
BROADVIEW, Ill., Sept. 12 -- One of the most significant engine management devices developed to control harmful automotive exhaust emissions - the oxygen sensor or O2 sensor - was invented 30 years ago and is in use now more than ever. In fact, practically every vehicle manufacturer today uses one, and often two or mor ... Continue reading
Harvick Victory Earns Race Fan New Chevy Avalanche through Goodwrench Expertise Challenge
Sep 12, 2006
For Immediate Release Harvick Rocks and Rolls in Richmond; Grabs First #29 Goodwrench Expertise Challenge Win One Lucky Fan to be Awarded an All-New 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche Richmond, Va., (Sept. 11, 2006) - With his stirring victory in the Chevy Rock & Roll 400 at Richmond International Raceway this weekend, GM Goodwr ... Continue reading
Concept Mouldings to Unveil Integrated Pedestrian Safety Development at Automechanika
Sep 12, 2006
WOLVERHAMPTON, England, September 11 -- Concept Mouldings has achieved international acclaim for its new aftermarket frontal protection system and is set to unveil how this can be incorporated and further developed in aftermarket and original vehicle design at Automechanika on Wednesday 13th September. The FIA Foundati ... Continue reading
First NAVTEQ LBS Developer Conference, Sponsored by Openwave
Sep 12, 2006
Conference Brings Together Wireless Carriers, Venture Capitalists, Tool Providers, and Developers at CTIA Wireless IT & Entertainment LOS ANGELES, Sept. 11 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital map data for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, is hosting the NAVTEQ LBS Developer Conference today ... Continue reading
AT&T Connecting Brazil's High-Tech Auto Parts Globally
Sep 12, 2006
AT&T to Provide Magneti Marelli Virtual Network Service SAO PAULO, Brazil, Sept. 11 -- AT&T Inc. today announced a three-year US$250,000 contract to supply Magneti Marelli Controle Motor Ltda, a subsidiary of the Italian Marelli Holding S.p.A., with Enhanced Virtual Private Network (EVPN) services connecting Magneti Ma ... Continue reading
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