Delphi's MagneRide Semi-Active Suspension Helps Increase Comfort and Handling on the New Audi TT
Jun 2, 2006
High-Tech Product Furthers Audi's Drive To Bring 'Advantage Through Technology' TROY, Mich., June 1 -- When Audi's new TT coupe hits European roads the vehicle will have the great style and performance it has come to be known for since its introduction. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020315/DEF002LOGO ) B ... Continue reading
Valence Technology Delivers on New Lithium-ion Battery Line
Jun 2, 2006
AUSTIN, Texas--June 1, 2006--Valence Technology, Inc. today announced it is now shipping four recently introduced models of its U-Charge(R) Power System large-format lithium-ion batteries as well as a new Battery Management System (U-BMS). The new battery models are based on Valence Technology's proprietary Saphion(R) ... Continue reading
Swiss Watch Brand Tissot Unveils Special & Limited Edition NASCAR Watches To Retail Nationwide
Jun 2, 2006
Tissot Also Announces Track Deal with Dover International Speedway WEEHAWKEN, N.J., June 1 -- Swiss watch brand Tissot, with more than 150 years of expertise in watch making, is thrilled to formally announce the worldwide release of its first line of Special Edition and Limited Edition NASCAR watches. The NASCAR watche ... Continue reading
Jun 2, 2006
PALO ALTO, Calif., June 1 -- The North American Cabin Air Filters (CAFs) aftermarket is likely to witness consistent growth due to improving sales of vehicles fitted with CAFs and an increasing number of vehicle owners realizing the importance of CAFs in enhancing air quality. New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (http:/ ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Productivity Tops U.S. Automotive Industry, According to Harbour Report
Jun 2, 2006
-- Six percent year-over-year improvement tops U.S. industry -- Company posts 24 percent improvement over four years -- Five Chrysler Group plants top their segment -- Transmission manufacturing is industry benchmark AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 1 -- The Chrysler Group has improved its overall manufacturing productivity b ... Continue reading
AAA Selects NAVTEQ as Preferred Map Provider
Jun 2, 2006
CHICAGO, June 1 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital map data for location based solutions and vehicle navigation, has been selected by AAA as its preferred digital map provider for the United States and Canada. AAA already utilizes NAVTEQ(R) maps for its Internet TripTik(R), an online travel planning, mapp ... Continue reading
June 1 Marks Historic Milestone in Clean Diesel
Jun 1, 2006
* *News for Release: Thursday, June 1, 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)* June 1 Marks Historic Milestone in Clean Diesel * Contact: John Millett, (202) 564-4355 / millett.john@epa.gov (Washington, DC - June 1, 2006) Starting today, EPA will require refiners and fuel importers to cut the sulfur content of ... Continue reading
Productivity Gap Among North American Automakers Narrows in Harbour Report 2006
Jun 1, 2006
* The labor productivity gap continues to narrow among all North American carmakers. * In-plant quality improvement has been the biggest driver of productivity improvement and is better for all automakers. * Nissan leads all manufacturers with 28.46 total labor hours per vehicle (excluding Mexico). * DaimlerChrysler im ... Continue reading
Stephens to Retire From Cooper Tire & Rubber Company
Jun 1, 2006
FINDLAY, Ohio, June 1 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company today announced that Dick Stephens, president, North American Tire Division, will retire from the Company. Stephens' impressive career at Cooper spans 28 years. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010404/COOPERLOGO) "Dick has made a great and significant co ... Continue reading
Faurecia Unveils a 'Happy attitude' in North America
Jun 1, 2006
Interior concept showcases Faurecia's innovative design capabilities TROY, Mich., May 31 -- Faurecia today announced the North American unveiling of "Happy attitude," Faurecia's interior vehicle design concept. Happy attitude is a concept based on a system of interchangeable parts through which consumers can physically ... Continue reading
May 31, 2006
FINDLAY, Ohio, May 31 -- COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY -- Champ Car Atlantic Championship officials announced today that the series will enter into an exclusive partnership with Cooper Tire & Rubber Company in 2007. Under the terms of the three-year agreement, Cooper Tire will become the Official Tire of the Champ Car A ... Continue reading
Tenneco Works With Suzuki to Help Create the Unique Swift Sport Experience
May 31, 2006
Company Supplies Front Module and Rear Shocks for Japanese Production KATOWICE, Poland, May 31 -- Tenneco announced today that it is supplying the front strut module and rear shock for the new Suzuki Swift Sport launched in Japan. The sport version comes as an addition to the conventional suspension business for the Sw ... Continue reading
No April Fooling - Delphi Reports $192 MILLION Loss
May 31, 2006
CHICAGO, May 31, 2006; Reuters reporteds that already bankrupt auto parts maker Delphi Corp. today reported a $192 million loss for April in a limited report filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York. Delphi, whose U.S. units filed for bankruptcy last October, reported total net sales f ... Continue reading
SafeGuard Go(R) Car Seat Named Hot Product in iParenting Awards
May 31, 2006
WESTFIELD, Ind.--May 31, 2006--SafeGuard, a division of IMMI, announced that the newly launched SafeGuard Go has earned the "Best of the Best -- Hot" product distinction in the prestigious iParenting Awards. The seat was recognized for its revolutionary design and ease-of-use. The first ever hybrid car seat, the SafeGu ... Continue reading
May 31, 2006
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., May 31 -- Visteon Corporation , a leading supplier of automotive systems and technology, has appointed Douglas J. Grimm vice president and general manager, Ford North America customer business group. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) Grimm is responsible for ove ... Continue reading
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