Johnson Controls Sponsors Key Exhibit in Discovery World at Pier Wisconsin
Jun 12, 2006
Innovation and Sustainability Featured in Interactive "TechnoJungle: The Hunt for the Next Great Idea" MILWAUKEE, June 12 -- Johnson Controls and Discovery World today announced the company's $3 million sponsorship of the largest exhibit in Milwaukee's newest lakefront attraction -- Johnson Controls' TechnoJungle: The ... Continue reading
Jun 12, 2006
If the following text-only file is not easily readable, particularly any tables of numbers, try enlarging this window since every line has a forced end and there is no word-wrap. Otherwise, this report will look and print better from the following PDF file: http://www.sportssystems.com/applib/PDFload.cfm?file=/email/fi ... Continue reading
SmarTire Products to be Offered on Van Hool Buses
Jun 12, 2006
First Major European Bus Manufacturer to Select SmarTire RICHMOND, British Columbia, June 12 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) announced today that Van Hool NV has selected SmarTire to supply its tire pressure and temperature monitoring systems (TPMS) on its buses and coaches. Van Hool is Europe's largest ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor and CAW Reach Tentative Agreement in Tilbury, Ontario
Jun 12, 2006
TROY, Mich., June 12 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. announced today that it has reached a tentative agreement with the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) 1941 union bargaining committee at ArvinMeritor's Tilbury, Ont., Canada Commercial Vehicle Systems (CVS) foundation brake facility. Operations at the Tilbury facility will resume tod ... Continue reading
Our Man in Paris @ The 2006 Challenge Bibendum - Chapter 2
Jun 11, 2006
By Thom Cannell Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel Arriving âau Paris,â a jet-lag nap was immediately called for, followed by a walk down the quai de Grenelle to the Tour Eiffel and obligatory tourist photos. Whatâs a trip to Paris without photos of its most famous landmark. On the way I can see quite clear ... Continue reading
Michelin's Rollier To Fly Michelin Solo
Jun 10, 2006
MORTEFONTAINE, France, June 10, 2006; Reuters reported today that Michel Rollier, now the sole boss in charge of French tyre group Michelin after the accidental death of co-managing partner Edouard Michelin last month, said there were no current plans to name a second managing partner. "This is my first press conferenc ... Continue reading
Our Man in Paris @ The 2006 Michelin Challenge Bibendum - Chapter 1
Jun 10, 2006
Boarding a flight to Paris is never an issue. Where and when do I show up with my passport, and can I force myself to adapt to the six-hour time difference ahead of the journey. Getting up at 2 AM to âOfficeâ is never a fun thing, and 0430 is marginally doable. Thus I prepared for the 2006 Challenge Bibendum, ... Continue reading
Triple-Digit Gains for Investors Getting in on the 'New Gasoline' of Ethanol
Jun 10, 2006
BALTIMORE, June 9 -- Summer time is here, and American families are piling into their cars for their yearly vacations, only to face the shock of a lifetime as they fill up their gas tanks. Gasoline prices remain over $3 per gallon ... and there's no relief in site. That's bad news for consumers, but good news for inves ... Continue reading
DriveCam Highlights Riskiest Driving Behaviors in Recognition of National Safety Month
Jun 9, 2006
DriveCam video evidence proves reducing unsafe driving habits saves lives SAN DIEGO, June 9 -- DriveCam Inc., the Driver Risk Management (DRM) company, announced today that it is supporting June 2006 as National Safety Month by highlighting risky driving behaviors that can lead to collisions. By identifying those drivi ... Continue reading
Delphi Announces Significant Progress in Discussions with UAW and General Motors
Jun 9, 2006
Parties Negotiate Supplement to Previously Announced UAW Hourly Attrition Program with Buyouts and Expanded Retirement Opportunities for Most UAW Employees, Subject to Court Approval Productive Framework Discussions Continue on Comparable Attrition Programs with Other Major Unions GM Agrees To Provide Financial Support ... Continue reading
iQ Power Secures Renowned Expert from an Established Battery Maker as Head of Production.
Jun 9, 2006
ZUG, Switzerland, June 9 -- iQ POWER AG (OTCBB: IQPOF) has hired a noted industry expert as head of production for manufacturing its innovative energy-storage systems. Karl-Heinz Bauer, a highly respected professional from the battery industry, has been on board at the iQ POWER Deutschland GmbH unit since a few days. K ... Continue reading
Jun 9, 2006
FOREST CITY, Iowa--June 8, 2006--Winnebago Industries, Inc. came to the "RV Rescue" of a 1984 Winnebago Chieftain by providing over 60 original equipment parts for the 22-year old coach. Winnebago Industries, which manufactures the majority of the parts used in its motor homes, can facilitate part replacement on motor ... Continue reading
Detroit Diesel Corporation Launches New Engine to Support Australian Trucking Market in 2008
Jun 9, 2006
DETROIT, June 8 -- Detroit Diesel Corporation today announced that it will offer a new Series 60(R) heavy-duty diesel engine to the Australian market in order to meet the country's emissions certification standards -- ADR 80.1 -- which take effect January 1, 2008. In order to meet the heavier loads, higher vehicle spee ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. Reports Operating Profit Fiscal 2006
Jun 9, 2006
Free Cash Flow Was Essentially Breakeven for the Quarter NORTHVILLE, Mich., June 8 -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. today reported that sales for the fiscal first quarter ended April 30, 2006 were $572.8 million, down 2.8% from $589.2 million a year earlier, with approximately 56% of sales from international market ... Continue reading
Hella Offers View of Advanced Driver Safety Technology
Jun 9, 2006
DETROIT, June 8 -- Several advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) developed by Hella could create a comprehensive solution to reduce accidents and fatalities on America's roadways, according to a company executive speaking at the 2006 Ward's Auto Interiors Show. Hella's ADAS strategy combines a number of technologie ... Continue reading
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