Henkel Adds New, Improved Product to Loctite Brand Equipment Line
Apr 3, 2006
LFWA-C Series Provides Improved Dispense Monitoring Technology MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., April 3 -- Henkel Corporation recently announced the addition of the Loctite(R) Fluid Waveform Analyzer C (LFWA-C) Series to its Loctite(R) brand line of Zero Defect Manufacturing equipment technologies. The LFWA-C Series monitors se ... Continue reading
Lear Introduces New Core Dimension Strategy
Apr 3, 2006
Product and technology solutions offered into seven consumer-focused dimensions SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Lear Corporation is transforming the way it brings products to market with its new Core Dimension product strategy. Lear will now introduce product and technology solutions as one of seven consumer-focused dime ... Continue reading
Aisin to Present New Technology Review, State of the company at 2006 SAE World Congress
Apr 3, 2006
What: Aisin World Corp. of America (AWA) 2006 SAE Press Conference When: Monday, April 3, 2006, 11:30 am - 12 pm (refreshments following press conference) Where: AWA Booth #2069 at SAE World Congress, Cobo Conference & Exhibition Center Details: Aisin executives will present an update on the Tier One supplier's global ... Continue reading
Quantum Acquires Stake in Advanced Lithium Ion Battery Company
Apr 3, 2006
IRVINE, Calif., April 3 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. today announced that it has acquired a 19.9% stake in Vancouver, British Columbia-based Advanced Lithium Power Inc. (ALP), a newly formed company developing leading-edge lithium ion and advanced battery control systems whose primary asset is i ... Continue reading
Reaction Design Names Model Fuels Consortium Program Director
Apr 3, 2006
Dr. John Deur Will Head Program to Develop Software Tools for Automotive Industry SAN DIEGO, April 3 -- Dr. John Deur has joined Reaction Design as the Model Fuels Consortium (MFC) Program Director. Dr. Deur brings over 20 years of combustion simulation and engineering management experience to this new position. ... Continue reading
Prepare Your Vehicle for Spring During National Car Care Month
Apr 1, 2006
BETHESDA, Md., March 31 -- There is no better time than National Car Care Month in April for motorists to become more car care aware about the very real economic, safety and environmental benefits of performing regular vehicle maintenance, according to the Car Care Council. During National Car Care Month, many repair f ... Continue reading
Delphi Outlines Transformation Plan
Mar 31, 2006
Outlines strategic path to 2007 emergence from Chapter 11 Continues negotiations with U.S. unions and General Motors toward consensual agreement to transform to a competitive U.S. labor cost structure Initiates "dual track" Bankruptcy Court process to reject collective bargaining agreements and certain unprofitable Gen ... Continue reading
China Automotive Systems Reports
Mar 31, 2006
WUHAN, Hubei, China, March 31 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- China Automotive Systems, Inc. , a leading power steering components and systems supplier in China, today announced 2005 Fourth Quarter and Full Year financial results. Total net sales for the fourth quarter of 2005 was $18.6 million as compared with $14.5 million re ... Continue reading
Bosch Celebrates 100 Years of Automotive Contributions in the U.S. During 2006 SAE World Congress
Mar 31, 2006
WHAT: In 1906, Bosch established its first U.S. office in New York City. Over the past 100 years, the company has developed a rich history of product innovation and leadership. Bosch will showcase its automotive history and address emerging technology of the present and future during the 2006 SAE World Congress. PANEL ... Continue reading
Bosch Provides ESC Training To GM Dealers
Mar 31, 2006
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., March 31 -- Robert Bosch Corporation is supporting General Motors' 2007 Full-Size SUV Training Tour by providing GM dealers with StabiliTrak(R) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) training. The training tour began in January of 2006 and will visit 29 cities over a period of three months. Bosch's ... Continue reading
Delphi to Close or Sell 21 Plants in U.S.
Mar 31, 2006
CHICAGO, March 31, 2006; Reuters reported that bankrupt auto parts maker Delphi Corp. (DPHIQ.PK: Quote, Profile, Research) on Friday filed court papers to reject its U.S. labor agreements and unprofitable parts contracts with former parent General Motors Corp. (GM.N: Quote, Profile, Research) The company wants the abil ... Continue reading
China in Hot Water Over Taxation of Auto Parts
Mar 31, 2006
Washington DC March 31, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Bush Administration and European Union filed a trade case yesterday against the World Trade Organization (WTO) in a dispute involving auto parts from the U.S. and other nations, reports The Detroit News. The complaint alleges that China is imposing hi ... Continue reading
Delphi Announces Sweeping Reorganization Plan
Mar 31, 2006
Washington DC March 31, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that auto parts supplier Delphi announced this morning a massive reorganization plan which includes plant closings and a motion to cancel labor contracts and retiree medical benefits, reports The Wall Street Journal. Filing the labor motion increases the urgen ... Continue reading
UAW Statement on Delphi Filing 1113/1114 Motions
Mar 31, 2006
DETROIT, March 31 -- UAW President Ron Gettelfinger and Vice President Richard Shoemaker today issued this statement on Delphi's announcement that it will file Section 1113 and Section 1114 motions today with the U.S. bankruptcy court in New York. "Delphi's misuse of the bankruptcy procedure to circumvent the collectiv ... Continue reading
Mar 30, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--March 30, 2006--Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ) will offer automotive aftermarket professionals the chance to win a beautifully restored and updated 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu during the second annual Federal-Mogul TEC Training Excellence Sweepstakes. Sponsored by the Federal-Mogul Techni ... Continue reading
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