Jun 14, 2006
TROY, Mich., June 13 -- Delphi Corp. announced today that it has elected John D. Englar, 59, to its Board of Directors, effective July 18. Englar is an executive in residence for Duke University, Fuqua School of Business, in Durham, N.C. and The Bryan School of Business of the University of North Carolina, Greensboro, ... Continue reading
Gentex Shipping Auto-Dimming Mirrors For 2006 Peugeot
Jun 13, 2006
ZEELAND, Mich., June 13 -- Gentex Corporation, the leading supplier of automatic-dimming mirrors to the worldwide automotive industry, has begun shipping interior auto-dimming mirrors for the all-new Peugeot 207, PSA Peugeot Citroen's new sporty compact hatchback. Gentex auto-dimming mirrors automatically darken to red ... Continue reading
Electonic braking systems gaining share but full brake-by-wire some way off
Jun 13, 2006
Contact: David Leggett, Managing Editor of just-auto.com / Aroq Ltd Tel: +44 (0) 1527 573600 Mobile: +44 (0) 7932 520935 Fax: +44 (0) 1527 577423 E-mail: editor@just-auto.com Web site: http://www.just-auto.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Electronic braking systems gaining share but full brake-by-wire some way off Electronic ... Continue reading
VIASPACE CEO Presents at Batteries 2006 Conference
Jun 13, 2006
PASADENA, Calif., June 13 -- VIASPACE Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: VSPC) , a company that transforms proven space and defense technologies from NASA and the Department of Defense into hardware and software solutions, announced today that Dr. Carl Kukkonen, Chief Executive Officer of VIASPACE and its subsidiary Direct Methanol ... Continue reading
Autoliv Elects New Board Director
Jun 13, 2006
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--June 13, 2006--Autoliv Inc. (STO:ALIV) - the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems - today decided to increase its Board of Directors and to elect as a new Director Mr. Robert W. Alspaugh, the former CEO of KPMG International, a global network of professional services firms providing audit, t ... Continue reading
DuPont Safety Glass Technology Provides Added Protection & Comfort in New Auto Designs
Jun 13, 2006
WILMINGTON, Del., June 13 -- Auto industry experts predict that by 2010 40 percent of all new cars will feature sunroofs in response to consumer demands for brighter, more open vehicle interiors. In addition, the use of panoramic sunroofs, which provide even greater exposure to the exterior environment, is increasing r ... Continue reading
Jun 13, 2006
BOYNTON BEACH, Fla.--June 13, 2006--Puradyn Filter Technologies Incorporated (OTCBB:PFTI) today announced it has received the final results of the most thorough evaluation to date of the cost analysis and benefits of bypass filtration technology, conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), through its Advanced Ve ... Continue reading
Jun 13, 2006
ARLINGTON, VA â An extension of antilock brake technology, electronic stability control (ESC) is designed to help drivers retain control of their vehicles during high-speed maneuvers or on slippery roads. Previous research found significant effects of ESC in reducing the risk of fatal single-vehicle crashes. Using ... Continue reading
LoJack Licensee Ready for Operation on New Providence Island, Bahamas
Jun 13, 2006
LoJack Stolen Vehicle Recovery System to Offer Residents of Nassau Powerful Vehicle Theft Protection Solution WESTWOOD, Mass., June 13 -- LoJack Corporation today announced that its licensee, Intelligent Security Devices International, is operational on New Providence Island in the Bahamas. Residents of Nassau will soo ... Continue reading
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Tutorial
Jun 13, 2006
NHTSA.Gov: Available in many new cars, this technology helps drivers maintain control of their vehicle during extreme steering maneuvers by keeping the vehicle headed in the driver's intended direction, even when the vehicle nears or exceeds the limits of road traction. When drivers attempt an extreme maneuver (for exa ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Equips More than 1.2 Million Vehicles with Electronic Stability Program
Jun 13, 2006
* By the end of 2006, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) will be standard or available on over 70 percent of Chrysler Group models * ESP will be standard equipment on all Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep(R) brand sport-utility vehicles at that same time * DaimlerChrysler's Mercedes-Benz invented ESP and was the first company t ... Continue reading
Study Shows Suppliers Still Prefer Toyota, Honda, but Ford and General Motors Are Improving
Jun 13, 2006
Chrysler shows most improvement of domestic OEMs BIRMINGHAM, Mich., June 12 -- While Toyota and Honda still have a commanding lead in good relations with their suppliers and are the preferred automakers in the U.S. to do business with, efforts by Ford and General Motors to improve relations with their suppliers may be ... Continue reading
I Power Introduces New Endura(TM) Engines for Power Generators & AG Pumps
Jun 13, 2006
ANDERSON, Ind., June 12 -- I Power Energy Systems LLC announced today the introduction of new, motorsports engine technologies for their on-site, continuous-duty, electrical power generators to reduce the number of service "pit stops" and increase uptime performance. Located just 25 miles Northeast of the Racing Capita ... Continue reading
Morgan Motors Launches Licensed Products Program
Jun 13, 2006
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--June 12, 2006--Considered one of the world's most prestigious trademarks, Morgan Motor Company LTD. (Malvern, England) has announced the launch of the Morgan Consumer Products Licensing Program. With over 97 years of history, Morgan's entry into the licensing arena is in response to keen interest ... Continue reading
Irvin Aerospace Awarded Contract to Develop CEV Airbags for NASA
Jun 13, 2006
SANTA ANA, Calif., June 12 -- Irvin Aerospace, the world's first parachute engineering, design and manufacturing company founded in 1919, has been awarded a 5-year IDIQ contract to develop an advanced space capsule airbag landing attenuation system for NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. For the NASA Langley ... Continue reading
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