New UK High Accuracy Tracking Service Based on CPS Matrix Technology and Orange Network
Dec 19, 2005
CAMBRIDGE, England, December 19 -- A low cost, high accuracy positioning system, which locates vehicles and other valuable assets, is launched this week by HD Positions. The highly innovative and unique solution, which works across the UK, with coverage inside buildings and containers, uses CPS's Matrix technology and ... Continue reading
Collins & Aikman Names Dennis Profitt President, Plastics Operations
Dec 19, 2005
TROY, Mich., Dec. 19 -- Frank Macher, President and Chief Executive Officer of Collins & Aikman Corporation (CKCRQ) announced today the appointment of Dennis Profitt as President, Plastics operations for the North American automotive supplier, effective January 1, 2006. In this position, Profitt will oversee all manufa ... Continue reading
Honda to Mass Produce Next-Generation Thin Film Solar Cell
Dec 19, 2005
Tokyo, Japan, Dec 19, 2005 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced its plan to begin mass production in 2007, of an independently developed thin film solar cell composed of non-silicon compound materials, which requires 50% less energy, and thus generate 50% less CO2, during production compared to a conventi ... Continue reading
Toyota to develop lithium ion battery
Dec 19, 2005
NAGOYA December 18, 2005; Japan Today reported that Toyota Motor Corp will accelerate efforts to develop a practical lithium ion battery to power hybrid motor vehicles in a bid to reinforce its presence in the market for the environment-friendly cars, officials said Friday. The project will be promoted by Panasonic EV ... Continue reading
BSMB Announces Purchase of Transamerican Auto Parts
Dec 16, 2005
NEW YORK--Dec. 16, 2005--Bear Stearns Merchant Banking ("BSMB") today announced the acquisition of Transamerican Auto Parts Company, Inc. and its affiliated entities (collectively, "Transamerican Auto Parts"). TAP is a leading retailer, distributor and manufacturer of specialty aftermarket parts and accessories for lig ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation to Assemble Off-Highway Transmissions and Axles in Hungary
Dec 16, 2005
TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec. 16 -- Dana Corporation today announced it will begin assembling off-highway axles and transmissions in Gyor, Hungary, in the first quarter of 2006. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA) The company's new facility in Gyor will initially employ about 50 people in the assembly, testi ... Continue reading
Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited Announcement
Dec 16, 2005
HONG KONG, Dec. 16 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- The following was released today by Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited : BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LIMITED (Incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability) (Stock Code: 1114) CONTINUING CONNECTED TRANSACTIONS AND PROVISION OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO/BY CONN ... Continue reading
Nissan VQ Engine Makes Ward's 10-Best Engines List for 2006
Dec 16, 2005
DETROIT--Dec. 16, 2005--The Nissan 3.5-liter VQ V6 engine has been named to the annual Ward's 10-Best Engines list for the 12th straight year by Ward's Communications, Inc. It is the only engine that has been part of the list every year the award has been presented. The versatile VQ powerplant is offered in a variety o ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire Paves the Way to A1 Grand Prix Victory in Dubai
Dec 16, 2005
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 15, 2005 COMPANY CONTACT: Patricia Brown Cooper Tire 419-424-4370 pjbrown@coopertire.com Cooper Tire Paves the Way to A1 Grand Prix Victory in Dubai Nicolas Lapierre claims A1 Team France's fifth feature race victory of the season FINDLAY, OHIO, December 15, 2005 COOPER TIRE & RUBBER C ... Continue reading
Goodyear to Own 100% of South Pacific Tyres
Dec 16, 2005
AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 15 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said today it has reached agreement in principle on the final terms to acquire Ansell Limited's interest in their South Pacific Tyres (SPT) joint ventures, pending government and other approvals. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) Good ... Continue reading
SmarTire Reports FQ1 2006 Financial Results
Dec 15, 2005
RICHMOND, British Columbia, Dec. 15 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) reported today its financial results for its first quarter ended October 31, 2005. SmarTire's consolidated financial statements and all financial information contained in this release are stated in U.S. dollars and are prepared in accor ... Continue reading
Modine Promotes Margaret Kelsey to Corporate Treasurer
Dec 15, 2005
RACINE, Wis.--Dec. 15, 2005--Modine Manufacturing Company , a world leader in the innovative designs of heating and cooling solutions for the agriculture, automotive, truck, heavy-duty and industrial markets, announced today it has promoted Margaret "Peggy" Kelsey to the position of Corporate Treasurer and Assistant Se ... Continue reading
Speech Recognition Consumer Products Hit it Big in 2005
Dec 15, 2005
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--Dec. 15, 2005--Sensory, Inc., the world leader in embedded speech technologies, today announced that in 2005 the company achieved record revenues and profits due to its customers' success in releasing speech enabled products, with revenues increasing 70% over the preceding year. Customers such as Rad ... Continue reading
Dec 15, 2005
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Dec. 15, 2005--John Glover, who for more than two decades has been the "go-to guy" for NASCAR Cup Series engine tuners seeking the latest spark plug technologies, received the prestigious 2005 NASCAR Buddy Shuman Award during a December 2 ceremony in New York City. Presented annually by NASCAR, the S ... Continue reading
New Concept Car 'zaZen' - New Ways to Automotive Enlightenment
Dec 15, 2005
ZUMIKON, Switzerland & LEVERKUSEN, Germany--Dec. 15, 2005-- Revolutionary Lighting Technology and Exciting Roof Design at the Geneva Motor Show On February 28, 2006, at the Geneva Motor Show, the exciting "zaZen" will go on show for the first time. The famous Swiss design company Rinspeed, and Bayer MaterialScience (FW ... Continue reading
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