Is Your Automotive Window Film Street Legal?
Apr 22, 2015
The International Window Film Association Offers Health and Safety Tips For Vehicles With Window Film WASHINGTON -- April 22, 2015: The International Window Film Association (IWFA) recommends being familiar with local laws that govern vehicle window films or âtintâ, before it is installed. Window films instal ... Continue reading
IHS Automotive Identifies Consumer Trends for Apps and Technology in New Vehicles
Apr 21, 2015
With nearly 2.7 billion smartphones in the hands of global consumers today, and more than 5.5 billion projected by 2018, itâs no surprise that consumers are increasingly more aware of and opportunistic about them integrating seamlessly in their vehicles, according to recent research from IHS Automotive, a global p ... Continue reading
3-D Printing Enhances Multi-dimensional Chrysler Technology Center
Apr 21, 2015
Unique lube-flow test benefits axle durability, efficiency Harnesses power of 3-D printing technology Test exemplifies range of in-house engineering capability at CTC â focal point of FCA US exhibit at this week's SAE World Congress FCA US LLC is using 3-D printing to open a unique window on the world of axle deve ... Continue reading
Continental Honored with Two 2015 Automotive News PACE Awards for its Game-Changing Innovations
Apr 21, 2015
Continental's Bare Die High-Density-Interconnect and Multi-application Unified Sensor Element named PACE Award Winners. - Five PACE Award wins in three consecutive years. International automotive supplier Continental was honored with two 2015 Automotive News PACE (Premier Automotive Suppliers' Contribution to Excellenc ... Continue reading
Advanced Tech Tailors 2016 Camaro Driving Experience
Apr 20, 2015
New Drive Mode Selector makes most of performance in multiple drive settings DETROIT -- April 20, 2015: New technologies in the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro will enable drivers to tailor the car to the moment, whether itâs heading to work, touring the Pacific Coast Highway or lapping a road course. âWe wanted to bui ... Continue reading
Don't Forget Headlights when Performing Routine Maintenance
Apr 20, 2015
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI -- April 20, 2015: Veteran and even novice drivers understand the importance of visibility when they get behind the wheel of their vehicles. When visibility is not an issue, drivers can more easily see their fellow motorists and better anticipate potentially dangerous situations. But when visibilit ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars takes Luxury to a new level unveiling Lounge Console in Shanghai
Apr 20, 2015
Volvo Cars has unveiled a new concept that takes executive in-car luxury to a new level at the Shanghai Motor Show. Labelled the Lounge Console, the concept offers busy chauffeur-driven business people the ultimate executive accessory; a compact and versatile solution to expanded storage and comfort. The Lounge Console ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Digest - April 13-19, 2015
Apr 19, 2015
By Larry Nutson Senior Editor and Bureau Chief Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel Auto Central Chicago IL, April 19, 2015; Every Sunday, along with senior editors Steve Purdy and Thom Cannell from The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau I give you our "take" on this past week's automotive news in easy to digest nuggets. If you a ... Continue reading
Michelin Offers Tips For Reducing Soil Compaction
Apr 15, 2015
Lower-pressure farm tires create larger footprint to spread equipment weight GREENVILLE, SC -- April 14, 2015: Faced with lower commodity prices, farmers are looking for any edge to improve productivity and crop performance. As the 2015 growing season gets under way, experts say one of the most effective ways to improv ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls to Unveil Innovations in the Largest Automotive Market in the World
Apr 14, 2015
Auto Shanghai 2015 will showcase company's growth plans in China by showing newest advancements in seating, interiors and batteries PLYMOUTH, MI -- April 14, 2015: Global automotive industry trends such as urban mobility, comfort, fuel economy and autonomous driving are propelling Johnson Controls innovations in seatin ... Continue reading
Standox Celebrates 60 Years of Innovation Building on its European Heritage
Apr 14, 2015
Standox®, one of the three premium global refinish brands of Axalta Coating Systems, celebrates its 60-year anniversary in 2015. To mark this occasion, the automotive refinish brand has created an anniversary website www.standox.com/60. Designed predominantly for European, Middle Eastern and African markets but of i ... Continue reading
Lehigh Technologies Wins 2015 Bloomberg New Energy Pioneer Award
Apr 13, 2015
Specialty materials company recognized as a leader in clean technology innovation ATLANTA & NEW YORK -- April 13, 2015: Lehigh Technologies, a specialty materials company that produces micronized rubber powders (MRP), today announced that it has won the prestigious Bloomberg New Energy Pioneer award. Lehigh Technologie ... Continue reading
GEICO Urges Drivers to Drop Distracting Habits
Apr 13, 2015
Along with showers for May flowers, the month of April has an even more important distinction: Distracted Driving Awareness Month. GEICO encourages motorists to assess their driving habits now and weed out any distracting behaviors. ... Continue reading
Stop-Start Vehicles Are Expected to Account for 55 Percent of Vehicles Sold by 2024
Apr 13, 2015
Smoother and faster operation is key to gaining acceptance for stop-start systems in North America, report concludes BOULDER, CO -- April 13, 2015: A new report from Navigant Research analyzes the opportunities and challenges present in the global market for light duty stop-start vehicles (SSVs), including global marke ... Continue reading
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