News By Topic: Parts Dealers

GoldStar GPS guided by Spireon will be Exhibiting at the 2012 NIADA Convention

Jun 12, 2012

Spireon, a leading provider of Mobile Resource Management (MRM) and business intelligence solutions used by companies worldwide, will be exhibiting its automotive GPS solutions, showcasing its two leading brands, GoldStar GPS and EnfoTrace GPS, at booth #501 during this year's National Independent Automobile Dealers As ... Continue reading

A Reminder to Do-It-Yourselfers: Recycle Used Motor Oil and Oil Filters Together

Jun 11, 2012

A recent survey by California's Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) revealed a serious gap in awareness among drivers who change their own motor oil. While 95 percent of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) oil changers said they recycle their used motor oil, approximately one-third admitted to dumping their us ... Continue reading

Only Two Weeks Left to Win a $25,000 College Scholarship from Bridgestone Americas

Jun 11, 2012

Bridgestone America's Teens Drive Smart Video Contest is giving away a total of $50,000 in college scholarships for creative videos about safe driving. The deadline to enter is June 22. First place will receive a $25,000 scholarship and the video will air on the MTV Jumbotron in Times Square in New York every hour of e ... Continue reading

Pandora and Jeep Announce Latest Live, Personalized Concert Series

Jun 11, 2012

Pandora , the leading internet radio service, today announced recording artist Yelawolf as the latest performer for Pandora Presents, the company's series of live, personalized concerts. The event will be brought to listeners free of charge, courtesy of the Jeep brand, and will take place at The Loft in Atlanta on Thur ... Continue reading

Pep Boys Reports First Quarter 2012 Results

Jun 10, 2012

The Pep Boys --Manny, Moe‚ & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket service and retail chain, today announced results for the thirteen weeks (first quarter) ended April 28, 2012. Sales Sales for the thirteen weeks ended April 28, 2012 increased by $11.1 million, or 2.2%, to $524.6 million from $513.5 milli ... Continue reading

TomTom and Nike launch a new range of the Nike+ Sportwatch

Jun 7, 2012

TomTom and Nike today unveil a new range of the Nike+ Sportwatch, coinciding with the launch of a brand new Nike+ website www.nikeplus.com. The range includes several editions and colour combinations, and introduces a starter product for those new to running. 'Our extended range of products will be very useful to those ... Continue reading

Pep Boys Stores Adds LoopRope To Its Tie Downs Category

Jun 6, 2012

Pep Boys Stores Adds LoopRope To Its Tie Downs Category Just as Summer Driving Begins Pep Boys helps drivers secure loads with the addition of LoopRope to its tie down category in 37 stores nationwide just in time for the biggest summer travel driving season LoopRope LLC announced today that it has launched its LoopRop ... Continue reading

Nissan Declares "Easy-Fill Tire Alert" A Signature Innovation On All Newly Designed Models

Jun 6, 2012

As National Tire Safety Week kicks-off across the country, today Nissan confirmed plans to make the "Easy-Fill Tire Alert" system available on all future models it brings to market beginning in 2013. This safety feature, which also bolsters fuel economy, is one of the automaker's latest innovations. It currently comes ... Continue reading

June 11-13 Connected World Conference Stresses Auto Safety Technology through Distracted Driving Campaign

Jun 6, 2012

According to electronic device industry expert Peggy Smedley, the technology exists to eliminate distracted driving and keep everyone safe and connected behind the wheel. Some of that very technology will be on exhibit at the annual Connected World Conference, coming to the Chicagoland area June 11-13. The Distracted D ... Continue reading

Verizon Joins With Leading Global Auto Companies To Establish 4G Venture Forum for Connected Cars

Jun 6, 2012

Verizon today announced the formation of the 4G Venture Forum for Connected Cars, a group of leading global automotive companies brought together by Verizon to accelerate the pace of innovation across the automotive and telematics 4G LTE ecosystem. BMW, Honda, Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Motors and Toyota Motor Sales, I ... Continue reading

Agero's Mobility Chief to Present at Telematics Update How Connected Vehicle Technology Can Move Automaker Brands beyond Vehicles

Jun 5, 2012

Automakers have a unique opportunity today to extend the benefits of emerging connected vehicle services beyond the vehicle and increase brand equity. August Lopez, vice president of Mobility Services for Agero, will focus on this topic at a keynote address next Wednesday at the annual Telematics Update conference in N ... Continue reading

GENIVI Alliance Announces Compliance 2.0 Approved Products

Jun 5, 2012

The GENIVI Alliance, an automotive and consumer electronics industry association driving the development and adoption of an open in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) reference platform, today announced that six new products have been approved compliant to the recently updated GENIVI Compliance 2.0 specification. GENIVI Compli ... Continue reading

Open the Throttle and Ride with Confidence with the Newly Redesigned Stylish and Rugged Garmin Made for Bikers, by Bikers

Jun 4, 2012

Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. , the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the 350LM GPS navigator a stylish, rugged, sunlight readable, high-resolution and glove-friendly touchscreen device that helps keep motorcyclists on track, on and off the road. Mounted on the handle bars or in ... Continue reading

Chevron's Delo Brand Lubricants Announces May 2012 Inductees to Million Mile Club

Jun 4, 2012

Chevron Lubricants, maker of the Delo brand of technologically advanced engine oils, lubricants and coolants, today unveiled the eight drivers inducted to the Chevron Delo sponsored Red Eye Radio (formerly Midnight Trucking Radio) Million Mile Club in May 2012. Established in 1992, the Chevron Delo sponsored program is ... Continue reading

Accuride Corporation Opens Chicago Sales Office

Jun 4, 2012

Accuride Corporation , a leading supplier of components to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that it has opened its new Midwest Regional Sales Office in the Chicago suburb of Hinsdale, Ill. The new location is easily accessible to both of the area's major airports and centrally located to Accuride's prin ... Continue reading