Ashcroft Inc. to Be Acquired by Nagano Keiki Co., Ltd.
Apr 3, 2006
STRATFORD, Conn.--April 3, 2006--John McKenna, CEO, announced today that an agreement has been signed for Nagano Keiki Co., Ltd. (Nagano) to acquire the majority assets of Ashcroft Holdings, Inc. ("Ashcroft") from KPS Special Situations Funds ("KPS"). The assets of Ebro Electronics GmbH, headquartered in Germany, will ... Continue reading
Yazaki SAE Exhibit Showcases What Makes Yazaki Go
Apr 3, 2006
CANTON, Mich., April 3 -- Yazaki North America, Inc. (Yazaki), a leading supplier of vehicle power and data solutions to the automotive industry, is using pictorial displays to reinforce its corporate philosophy and core competencies in its booth (#1767) at SAE 2006 at the Cobo Conference and Exhibition Center in downt ... Continue reading
Shifting Consumer and Legislative Requirements Drive Demand For Lear Safety Innovations
Apr 3, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Injuries from traffic accidents are among the most serious public health problems globally -- estimates show that whiplash injuries alone make up about 35% of all vehicle collision injuries and cost about $20 billion annually in North America and Europe. The National Highway Traffic Safety ... Continue reading
Ten Tips for a Springtime-Ready Vehicle
Apr 3, 2006
FAIRFAX, Va.--April 3, 2006--Springtime is here, and the first warm weekend of the season traditionally triggers a symphony of cleaning products, vacuums and garden hoses. But while you might be in a hurry to put a shine on your vehicle, it's equally important to make sure it's ready for the warm weather on the inside ... Continue reading
Apr 3, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- "Commonization" is a term used within the automotive industry referring to the use of a common solution for multiple customer groups that share the same requirements in a particular product area. Making fifty different seat designs when only two or three are actually needed can be a waste ... Continue reading
Lear's Expertise in Flexible Solutions Offers Automotive Consumers Maximum Interior Functionality
Apr 3, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Today's consumers use their vehicles for a wide variety of purposes -- making a daily commute, shuttling kids to sporting events, hauling home improvement materials -- and they want their vehicles to be flexible enough to meet their changing lifestyle demands. Consumers are increasingly se ... Continue reading
Lear Infotainment Systems Answer The Call For In-Vehicle Multimedia Solutions
Apr 3, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Since music listening was revolutionized 25 years ago by the Sony Walkman, incarnations and adaptations of digital portable audio products have flourished. With North American commuters spending an estimated 500 million hours each week in their vehicles, according to the U.S. Department of ... Continue reading
Lear Craftsmanship Creates Driving Impressions With Today's Educated Consumer
Apr 3, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Interiors have become a hot topic in the automotive industry for one reason: consumers form their opinion on a vehicle based on the look and feel of its components and the level of perceived quality. Regardless of how well a car is engineered, if the fit and finish doesn't match or any of ... Continue reading
Lear Environmentally Friendly Products Meet the Need for Improved Fuel Economy and Recyclability
Apr 3, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Consumer demand for more environmentally responsible vehicles is growing. Lear promotes "green" manufacturing in its plants and works closely with automakers and suppliers to reduce the environmental impact of its products. This includes eliminating hazardous materials through the educatio ... Continue reading
Lear Comfort & Convenience Solutions Designed to Meet the Wants and Needs of Automotive Commuters
Apr 3, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Comfort and convenience features used to be found almost exclusively in expensive luxury vehicles, but not anymore. Like most new technologies, automotive trends tend to become standard in more affordable vehicles as their popularity grows. While vehicle styling is still important, consume ... Continue reading
DENSO Develops New Hybrid Vehicle Components
Apr 3, 2006
New components installed on Lexus GS450h TOKYO, April 3 -- DENSO Corporation has developed three components for hybrid vehicles that are smaller, lighter, and deliver better performance: a DC-DC converter, a battery-monitoring unit, and a system main relay. The Lexus GS450h, with these components installed, was launche ... Continue reading
Study Reveals: Auto Suppliers Find No Cost Guarantee in China Sourcing
Apr 3, 2006
DETROIT--April 3, 2006--Most automotive suppliers have not yet realized savings objectives from sourcing in China, according to a study by the Original Equipment Suppliers Association and PRTM Management Consultants. The results of the study, "Enter the Dragon? Lessons Learned in China Sourcing," were presented today d ... Continue reading
Traffic.com Expands Mobile Offerings
Apr 3, 2006
ATLANTA--April 3, 2006--Air2Web, the leading developer of mobile messaging and marketing applications for enterprises and carriers, today announced that Traffic.com, Inc., a leading provider of accurate, real-time traffic information in the United States, has contracted with the company to build and implement WAP and S ... Continue reading
Apr 3, 2006
DETROIT, April 3 -- Innovations in electronics technology for software development processes are being demonstrated by dSPACE, a German-based high-technology company with its North American headquarters in Novi, Mich., at the 2006 SAE World Congress, April 3 - 7. dSPACE, a market leader and innovator in solutions and s ... Continue reading
Behr America Plans Major North American Expansion
Apr 3, 2006
What: Behr America President and CEO Frank Mueller will announce plans for an expansion of the company's North American operations. When and Where: Monday, April 3, 2006 from 2:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m. at the 2006 SAE World Congress media center at Cobo Hall in Detroit. Spokesperson: Behr America President and CEO Frank Muel ... Continue reading
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