Automotive Supply-Chain - New Piston Ring Coating Improves Fuel Economy and Reduces Emissions
Aug 13, 2011
SOUTHFIELD, August 12, 2011: Federal-Mogul Corporation has developed a new piston ring coating that supports vehicle manufacturers' efforts to make gasoline engines more fuel-efficient. The company's patented CarboGlide® coating delivers a direct improvement in fuel economy and CO2 emissions by reducing ring friction ... Continue reading
Ford Electrifies DTE Energy Field Service with Transit Connect Electric Vans
Aug 12, 2011
Detroit Edison President and Chief Operating Officer, Steven Kurmas, presented today two Ford Transit Connect Electrics at DTE Energy headquarters in downtown Detroit Four Transit Connect Electrics will be used by Detroit Edison in its field fleet as part of the company's efforts to expand its use of alternative-fuel v ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: China Hybrid Cars Market - Latest Analysis
Aug 12, 2011
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "China Hybrid Cars Market: Analysis" report to their offering. The hybrid car industry in China is gaining popularity due to the use of green technology, which facilitates a reduction in carbon emissions. Hybrid cars are safe, fuel efficient, and cost competitive. ... Continue reading
Aug 11, 2011
As part of a record setting drive across the 48 contiguous states, John and Helen Taylor, known as the world's most fuel efficient couple holding 88 world records, are stopping in New York City on August 11 where they will share their learnings and tips with consumers on how to be smarter drivers. At the Shell station ... Continue reading
President Obama Visits New Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Battery Center in Holland, Mich.
Aug 11, 2011
Johnson Controls , a global diversified company in the building and automotive industries, today hosted President Barack Obama for a tour of the new Johnson Controls-Saft advanced battery center, the first facility in the United States to produce complete lithium-ion battery cells and systems for hybrid and electric ve ... Continue reading
Aug 11, 2011
Nanostart (OTCQX: NASRY) -holding Nanosys, Inc. today announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded it funds to refine and bring to scale its SiNANOdeTM materials for the automotive market. These innovations will enable Electric Vehicles (EVs) to travel 300 miles on a single charge. Investments in the ... Continue reading
High School Students Announce Cross Country Trip in Electric Car
Aug 11, 2011
MINDDRIVE Announces Cross-Country Test on Electric Car Built By High School Students Coast-To-Coast Trip Announcement at Open House on August 13th, 2011 August 9, 2011, Kansas City, MO - MINDDRIVE, a Kansas City non-profit organization that provides experiential learning to urban students, is building an electric car t ... Continue reading
Toyota Selects Leviton as an Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Provider
Aug 10, 2011
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS) today announced that Leviton has been selected as an approved Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) provider for Toyota customers and dealers. "Leviton provides electric vehicle charging products and a high level of customer service that will benefit both Toyota customers and d ... Continue reading
New ASTM Test Method for Sampling Greases from In-Service Machinery
Aug 10, 2011
MRG Labs is pleased to announce that the Grease Thief sampling tools now give users an approved ASTM standard practice for sampling critical grease lubricated components. In June, ASTM issued Method D7718 - 11 entitled "Standard Practice for Obtaining In-Service Samples of Lubricating Grease." In this practice, a consi ... Continue reading
Cummins Releases 2010-11 Sustainability Report
Aug 10, 2011
Cummins Inc. announced today the release of its 2010-11 Sustainability Report, which focuses on the Company's efforts to build cleaner products and reduce the size of its own environmental footprint. In addition, the Company has updated its Sustainability Web site with all new stories on everything from Cummins environ ... Continue reading
AVL Launches First Compliant Part 1965 FTIR Engine Exhaust Emission Measurement System
Aug 9, 2011
AVL announced today its newest member to the family of iGeneration Emission Products, the SESAM i60 FT. New measurement requirements incorporated into the Euro VI and EPA 40 CFR part 1065 emission testing regulations have driven the design of the AVL SESAM i60 FT. This successor to the well known SESAM-FTIR will be the ... Continue reading
Cummins Announces Intent to Meet New Fuel-Efficiency and Greenhouse Gas Standards Early
Aug 9, 2011
Upon release of the first-ever greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and fuel-efficiency standards for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, Cummins Inc. affirmed its support for the regulation and announced plans to certify its engines early to meet these standards. The Company has worked proactively on the regulation ... Continue reading
Navistar Statement on Final GHG/Fuel Efficiency Regulations from EPA and NHTSA
Aug 9, 2011
Following is a statement from Daniel C. Ustian, Navistar chairman, president and chief executive officer, about the recent announcement of final Greenhouse Gas (GHG) and fuel efficiency regulations for commercial vehicles: With this rule, EPA and NHTSA have now set an example for what could be a worldwide GHG and fuel ... Continue reading
Aug 9, 2011
DENSO Corporation will exhibit at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show, September 13-25, 2011. The company will use the theme 'Connecting Drivers, Vehicles, and Society' to showcase its future and current technologies in the area of environment, safety, and convenience. You can find DENSO in Hall 4.0, booth A04. With its groun ... Continue reading
GKN Driveline Sees Strong Interest in Electric-Drive Vehicle Systems
Aug 9, 2011
GKN Driveline has nearly 40 electric and hybrid-electric vehicle projects currently underway for major automakers around the world, signaling a major push within the industry to speed development of electric cars and light trucks. "Interest is especially high among vehicle manufacturers hoping to convert an existing fr ... Continue reading
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