DICE Electronics Unveils First After Market HD Radio Integration for OEM Head Units
Oct 31, 2005
HD-DICE Compatible With Audi, GM, Nissan, BMW, Honda, Toyota, Chrysler, Mazda and Volkswagen Vehicles LAKE TAHOE, Nev., Oct. 31 -- DICE Electronics, LLC, is unveiling the first hard-wired HD Radio(TM) integration solution for OEM and aftermarket head units during the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show i ... Continue reading
Peugeot 407 With Satellite Navigation From Smartnav
Oct 31, 2005
CRANFIELD, England, October 31 -- Peugeot Motor Company Plc is announcing its adoption of best of breed by fitting award winning Smartnav, satellite navigation by Trafficmaster, on its innovative Peugeot 407. Smartnav will be available on all new Peugeot 407 Saloon and SW estate models in Peugeot's Winter campaign that ... Continue reading
Ford Comits $75 Million To Support Growth in India
Oct 31, 2005
Chennai, 28th October 2005: Following a two-day visit to India by Ford Motor Company Chairman and CEO Bill Ford, the company has confirmed an equity infusion of US$75 million to support further growth in the important Indian market. During his visit, Ford reaffirmed the company's commitment to the market by hosting the ... Continue reading
Tachi-S to Establish Joint Venture in the U.S.
Oct 30, 2005
Tokyo (JCN) Oct 27, 2005- Tachi-S, a Tokyo-based innovative vehicle seat developer, will establish a joint venture with US automotive interior supplier Lear Corporation in a suburb of Smyrna, Tennessee, in November. To be capitalized at $18 million, TACLE Seating U.S.A. LLC will be owned 51% by Tachi-S Engineering U.S. ... Continue reading
SmarTire Reports Fiscal 2005 Year End Financial Results
Oct 29, 2005
RICHMOND, British Columbia, Oct. 28 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) reported today its financial results for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2005. The company's consolidated financial statements and all financial information contained in this release are stated in U.S. dollars and are prepared in accorda ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi To Supply Engines For Smart Car
Oct 28, 2005
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 28, 2005 at 9:50 AM CST Smart gmbh and the Mitsubishi Motor Corporation have signed an agreement today stating that Mitsubishi will supply engines for a future smart model. The natural aspirated and turbo-charged engines are the same engines Mitsubishi is using in their "i" mo ... Continue reading
Monaco Coach Corporation Reports Third Quarter Results
Oct 28, 2005
COBURG, Ore., Oct. 28 -- Monaco Coach Corporation , one of the leading manufacturers of motorized and towable recreational vehicle products, today reported results for the third quarter ended October 1, 2005. Revenues for the third quarter were $297 million, approximately 17% lower than last year's third quarter record ... Continue reading
Oct 27, 2005
WOODBURY, N.Y. & HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--Oct. 27, 2005--Research Frontiers Incorporated announced today that it has granted a non-exclusive worldwide license to SPD Control Systems Corporation (SCSC) to manufacture and sell electronic and total building control systems for SPD-Smart(TM) products. In windows, skylights, sunroo ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Reports Third Quarter 2005 Financial Results
Oct 27, 2005
Non-GM sales increase 18% to $207.2 million, or 24% of sales DETROIT, Oct. 27 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today reported sales and earnings for the third quarter of 2005. Third Quarter 2005 highlights * Third quarter sales of $848.1 million * Overall 4% yea ... Continue reading
Wheel Maker Reports Good Third Quarter 2005 Results
Oct 27, 2005
VAN NUYS, Calif.--Oct. 27, 2005--Superior Industries International, Inc. today announced operating results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2005 in-line with management's prior guidance and analysts' expectations. Third Quarter Results For the three months ended September 30, 2005, revenue decreased 5.9% ... Continue reading
Quantum Sells Interest in Tarxien Automotive Products Ltd.
Oct 27, 2005
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 27 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc., today announced that its subsidiary, Tecstar Automotive Group, has sold the business and substantially all of the assets of Tarxien Automotive Products Ltd. to Concord Coatings, Inc. for a 20% equity interest in Concord Coatings, $0.25 millio ... Continue reading
DURA Automotive Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results
Oct 27, 2005
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--Oct. 27, 2005--DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , today reported revenues of $535.9 million for the third quarter ended October 2, 2005, compared to $616.4 million in the prior-year quarter. Net loss for the quarter was $6.6 million, or $0.35 per diluted share, compared to net loss of $2.7 million, ... Continue reading
Hella Introduces Lighting Innovations at SEMA/AAPEX
Oct 27, 2005
Visit Hella at SEMA Booth #22713 and AAPEX Booth #638 LAS VEGAS, Oct. 27 -- Hella Inc., a global automotive lighting technology leader, will introduce an array of new lighting and aftermarket products at the annual SEMA/AAPEX show held Nov. 1-4 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. In the spotlight is DynaView(R) Evo2, a ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire Announces Agreement to Form Joint Venture With Shandong Chengshan Tire
Oct 27, 2005
FINDLAY, Ohio, Oct. 27 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company today announced that an agreement has been reached for Cooper Tire to obtain 51% ownership in Cooper Chengshan (Shandong) Passenger Tire Co. Ltd. and Cooper Chengshan (Shandong) Truck Tire Company, Ltd. This agreement also includes a 25% ownership position for Coop ... Continue reading
Composite '55 Chevy Replica Burns up the Road with Reichhold Resins
Oct 27, 2005
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.--Oct. 27, 2005--If you're a classic car fan, then you'll love the latest creation from John Bohannon at Bohannon Concepts in Cookeville, TN. John has developed an all composite '55 Chevy S-S which is a lightweight, retro version of the original Chevy shoebox. Finding an actual '55 Chevy wit ... Continue reading
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