News By Topic: Parts Manufacturers

Goodyear Tires Selected for New Dodge Nitro

Jul 29, 2006

AKRON, Ohio, July 28 -- The 2007 Dodge Nitro will roll into dealer showrooms later this year in three different models, and all of them exclusively on Goodyear tires. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO) The Nitro is the first mid-size SUV for Dodge, and is recognized for its distinctive style, s ... Continue reading

American Axle & Manufacturing Reports Second Quarter 2006 Financial Results

Jul 28, 2006

DETROIT, July 28 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2006. Second Quarter 2006 highlights * Second quarter sales of $874.6 million versus $867.7 million in the second quarter of 2005 * 2% year-over-year ... Continue reading

Titan Reports 33% Higher Second Quarter Net Income

Jul 28, 2006

QUINCY, Ill.--July 28, 2006--Titan International, Inc. to acquire the assets of its off-the-road (OTR) tire manufacturing facility in Bryan, Ohio. Recent developments: It is anticipated that the United Steelworkers (USW) Local 890L of Bryan, Ohio, will vote on a new collective bargaining agreement with Titan Tire Corpo ... Continue reading

President Bush Touts Plug-in Hybrids, R&D Tax Credit

Jul 28, 2006

Washington DC July 28, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that President Bush said in a speech yesterday that the U.S. is making good progress on plug-in hybrid battery technology that would allow drivers to travel 40 miles without using any gasoline. Experts and auto manufacturers say high sales of plug-ins are likel ... Continue reading

Isuzu Launches New Web Site For Diesel Engines, Updates Commercial Vehicle Site

Jul 28, 2006

CERRITOS , Calif. – To keep consumers’ up to date with changes resulting from the 2007 emissions standards, Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc. has launched a new Web site, isuzudieselengine.com, and enhanced its current commercial vehicle site, isuzucv.com. The isuzudieselengine.com Web site provides visi ... Continue reading

Former Japanese F-1 driver to race Dakar rally on 'tempura oil'

Jul 28, 2006

TOKYO July 27, 2006; The AP reported that a Japanese research team plans to create environmental awareness by entering a race car in the Dakar rally that runs on cooking oil used to fry tempura. The turbo-engine Land Cruiser 100, sponsored by Toyota, will be the first car completely powered by biodiesel to enter the pr ... Continue reading

FST Energy Demonstrates Product that Eliminates Fuel Cell Dependence on Bulky Hydrogen Cylinders

Jul 28, 2006

SAN FRANCISCO--July 27, 2006--FST Energy, Inc. (www.fstenergy.com), a hydrogen storage, transport, and distribution company, today announced a significant breakthrough for the emerging fuel cell market by eliminating the need for metal hydrogen storage cylinders. The FST Fuel Cassette(R) system uses a proprietary chemi ... Continue reading

NEWS RELEASE: Aftermarket Financial Symposium 2006 to Address Five Pillars of Financial Success

Jul 28, 2006

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Torvec Picks Up Pace Toward Commercialization

Jul 28, 2006

Company declares 90-day quiet period ROCHESTER, N.Y., July 27 -- Torvec, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: TOVC.OB) As promised in our last update, we have successfully installed our modular, infinitely variable transmission in our 2004, diesel-fueled Dodge Ram 4 x 4. In order to implement our school bus program, we have begun tes ... Continue reading

AAIA Visionary Award Presented at Aftermarket eForum

Jul 28, 2006

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Strong Sales and Margins Fuel Another Record Quarter for Cummins

Jul 28, 2006

COLUMBUS, Ind.--July 27, 2006--Cummins Inc. continued to deliver on its commitment to produce strong returns for its shareholders, reporting record sales and profits for the second quarter. Sales volumes remain robust across all operating segments and gross margin was at its highest level in 10 years. Second-quarter sa ... Continue reading

BorgWarner Posts Another Strong Quarter; Revises 2006 Guidance to Higher End of Range

Jul 27, 2006

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 27 -- BorgWarner Inc. second quarter sales and income showed strong growth over last year, driven by the demand for fuel-efficient engine and drivetrain technology around the world. Second Quarter Highlights: * Earnings of $1.21 per diluted share, which included $(0.04) per diluted share relat ... Continue reading

Directed One-Mile Range Security and Remote Start Systems Now Shipping

Jul 27, 2006

Branded Viper, Python and Clifford, Responder SST Systems are Widely Available at Nationwide, Regional and Specialist Retailers VISTA, Calif., July 27 -- Directed Electronics, Inc., , the largest designer and marketer of consumer branded vehicle security and convenience systems in the United States based on sales, and ... Continue reading

CruiseCam International Expands Engineering Team

Jul 27, 2006

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.--July 27, 2006--CruiseCam International Inc. (Pink Sheets:CCMJ), a leading developer of vehicle video integrated technology for law enforcement and motor sports application, is pleased to announce the addition of Tim Roddy to the CruiseCam engineering team. As Vice-President and Director of Engi ... Continue reading

DENSO Announces First-Quarter 2006 Financial Results

Jul 27, 2006

Global Consolidated Net Sales Rise 13.6 Percent TOKYO, July 27 -- DENSO Corporation today announced global financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2006: * Consolidated net sales totaled 856.2 billion yen (US$7.4 billion), a 13.6 percent increase from the first quarter of last term. * Operating income tot ... Continue reading